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Article: GOVERNOR NOMINATES JOHN RICHARDSON TO HEAD DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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December 18, 2006
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Gov. John Baldacci, D-Maine, issued the following press release:

Gov. John Baldacci today announced that he is nominating former Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives John Richardson to head the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD). Upon confirmation, Richardson will lead the department charged with developing economic sectors, promoting new businesses, growing existing businesses, and creating economic opportunity for Maine citizens. The department works closely with the Governor, the Legislature, and the private sector to accomplish this mission.

"John Richardson is uniquely qualified to head this vital department," said Governor Baldacci. "I am pleased that he ...

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