Gov. Jeff Landry has appointed five new members to the Louisiana Board of Ethics, expanding the board from 11 to 15 members. The new appointees are Jason P. Amato, John D. Crigler, Rickey L. Nowlin, Kenneth “Mike” Smith Sr., and Vanessa G. Whipple. These appointments come after state lawmakers approved changes to the board’s composition last year.
In a statement, Landry expressed his confidence in the new members, saying that they will bring fresh perspectives and the needed change to the board. The governor was empowered to appoint two additional members under the new legislation, while the state House and state Senate are each allowed to appoint one additional member to the ethics board.
The terms of Sarah Couvillon, Mark Ellis, and Rev. Jose Lavastida expired on January 1, leading to these new appointments. However, neither the House nor the Senate has announced their appointments yet. Landry expressed his optimism for the new members and the work they will do in serving the state.
These appointments signal a new chapter for the Louisiana Board of Ethics, with the addition of new members who will bring fresh perspectives and ideas to the board. The expansion of the board and the appointment of these new members are seen as positive steps towards ensuring transparency and accountability in state government.
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