MississippiNomination proposed a social worker for Mississippi’s licensing board
The nomination proposed a four-year board appointment for Starkville social worker LaPatrick Stephens, but it died in committee and required confirmation.
What it does
The nomination proposed appointing Starkville social worker LaPatrick D. (Pat) Stephens to the state board, if confirmed. The nomination died in committee, and the record does not show that he was confirmed.
Argument forIf confirmed, Stephens could bring a licensed social worker’s perspective to the state board during his term.
Argument againstThis short record provides no detailed qualifications beyond the listed license, so senators might seek more information before deciding on confirmation.
More detail
The nomination proposes appointing LaPatrick D. (Pat) Stephens to the state board as a licensed certified social worker. Stephens is from Starkville, Mississippi, and is named to serve on the Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists as a licensed certified social worker. The appointment depends on confirmation. If confirmed, the four-year term would begin upon confirmation and end June 30, 2028.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 16Notified of ReturnLatest
- Apr 15Died In Committee
- Jan 7Referred To Public Health and WelfareIntroduced
HealthcareGovernment & EthicsMental Health