Back on August 22, Bluestem Prairie posted Regulatory capture or new top cop? MNBOH appoints Marion Garcia state veterinarian:
A press release just in from the Minnesota Board of Animal Health announces the appointment of Dr. Marion Garcia as Executive Director. The state agency has the mission to "protect the health of the state’s domestic animals through education and cooperation with veterinarians, producers, owners and communities." . . ,
While changes in the structure of the Board of Animal Health are being proposed in the Minnesota House, a news release received from the board within the hour notes a change in leadership:
Board of Animal Health announces change of leadership
St. Paul, Minn. - The Board of Animal Health announced today that Dr. Marion Garcia will no longer serve as Executive Director and State Veterinarian for the Board, effective immediately. The members appreciate Dr. Garcia’s service protecting the health and welfare of Minnesota’s livestock and companion animals.
The Board will initiate a search for qualified candidates immediately. Dr. Brian Hoefs has been appointed to the role of Interim Executive Director and State Veterinarian. Dr. Hoefs has been a member of the Board’s leadership team since 2019 and has a deep understanding of the agency’s mission and operations to carry the agency forward until a successor is appointed.
The Board of Animal Health remains committed to serving Minnesotans by protecting animal health through education, collaboration and disease prevention and response through its talented and dedicated staff.
We'll keep an eye on any and all changes.
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Photo: "The Minnesota Board of Animal Health is guided by a six-member citizen board appointed by the governor." These are the photos at the top of the Board of Animal Health's About page.
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