Last week, State House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) announced his appointment of State Rep. Margie Wilcox (R-Mobile) to the Energy Council's executive committee.
Wilcox replaces now-State Sen. Wes Kitchens (R-Arab) on the committee, who was elected to the State Senate in a special election in January.
According to a release from Ledbetter's office, the Energy Council is a non-partisan legislative organization comprised of 15 energy-producing states in the United States and two Canadian provinces.
"As the landscape surrounding energy-related issues in our state and nation continues to evolve, the importance of the Energy Council's multi-state collaboration becomes more apparent," Ledbetter said in the announcement. "Alabama is a significant contributor to U.S. energy, and it's vital our state maintains a strong presence on the Council. Having spent the last decade representing an energy powerhouse in coastal Alabama, Rep. Wilcox brings a vast knowledge that will benefit the Council greatly. I have no doubt that she will help ensure our state continues to play a role in shaping energy policy, and I'm proud to appoint her to this important position."
Wilcox joins State Rep. Phillip Pettus (R-Green Hill), State Sen. Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) and State Sen. Andrew Jones (R-Centre) on the committee.
"This is a great privilege and responsibility, and I'm honored Speaker Ledbetter saw me fit to serve in such an important capacity," Wilcox said. "I look forward to doing all I can to positively represent Alabama on the Council and advocate for commonsense energy policy."
Jeff Poor is the editor in chief of 1819 News and host of "The Jeff Poor Show," heard Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon on Mobile's FM Talk 106.5. To connect or comment, email jeff.poor@1819News.com or follow him on Twitter @jeff_poor.
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