AUGUSTA - Rep. Edward Crockett, D-Portland, has been appointed to serve on the Citizen Trade Policy Commission.
The 22-member commission is focused on assessing the impacts of international trade policies on Maine's state and local laws, business environment and working conditions. Established during the Second Special Session of the 121st Legislature, the commission includes: six legislators, an Attorney General designee, five nonvoting agency officials and 10 public members representing business, labor, health, government and environmental interests.
"I am proud to serve on the Citizen Trade Policy Commission," said Crockett. "I look forward to sharing the experiences I've gained as a Maine business executive over the last 30 years, as well as raising the concerns and ideas of our community members who are directly impacted by trade policies and agreements."
Crockett, who is serving in his second term in the Maine House, represents part of the city of Portland. He serves on the Legislature's Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs.
Contact:
Katie Walsh [Crockett], c. 776-2122