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SB 15 - Secretary of Natural Resources Appointment - Wisconsin Key Vote

Timeline

House Bill Sent To Committee
Nov. 1, 2007
Senate Bill Passed
Oct. 30, 2007

Related Issues

Stage Details

Legislation - Bill Sent To Committee (House) - Nov. 1, 2007

Legislation - Bill Passed With Amendment (Senate) (21-12) - Oct. 30, 2007

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Title: Secretary of Natural Resources Appointment

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that requires the secretary of natural resources to be appointed by the natural resources board rather than be nominated by the governor.

Highlights:

-States that the seats of any members of the natural resources board shall be considered vacant after the expiration of any term of a member nominated after January 2, 2011 (Senate Amendment 1).

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