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Tocantins Governor Appoints New Heads of Key Government Agencies

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Tocantins, a Brazilian state in the Federal District of Tocantins, has experienced a significant shift in its leadership with the appointment of new heads for several key government agencies. Governor Laurez Moreira announced the appointments, which have been published in the State Official Gazette (DOE). The new appointees bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their respective roles, with some having served in the government for over three decades.

Key Takeaways:

  • Paulo Ricardo Silva Machado, a 36-year-old civil engineer, was appointed as the president of the Tocantins Sanitation Agency (ATS). Machado has a degree in civil engineering and a master's degree in environmental engineering. He has extensive experience in the construction industry and has worked in organizations representing the sector.
  • Afranio Vilar Freire de Carvalho, a computer scientist, was appointed as the president of the Information Technology Agency (ATI). Vilar has a degree in computer networks and has technical training in computer science. He has held management positions in the technology area, including as an IT advisor for the General Inspectorate of the Court of Justice of Tocantins.
  • Euripedes Fernandes Cunha, a seasoned public servant with 33 years of experience, was appointed as the Executive Secretary of the Department of Education. Cunha has a teaching degree and a degree in law and has worked in various roles in the government, including as a state basic education teacher and a regional director of education.
  • Raul de Jesus Filho e Neto, the Secretary of State for the Governor's Office, was appointed to serve on an interim basis as Secretary of Institutional Affairs.

Statistics:

  • 31 new appointments were made official by Governor Laurez Moreira, covering state secretariats and government agencies.
  • The appointments include several high-ranked officials, including a Secretary of State for Communication and a State Attorney General.
  • The new appointees bring a combined total of over 150 years of experience in the government.

Sources:

  • "Governador Laurez Moreira nomeia novos presidentes da Agência de Saneamento e Agência de Tecnologia da Informação" - https://www.to.gov.br/noticias/governador-laurez-moreira-nomeia-novos-presidentes-da-agencia-de-saneamento-e-agencia-de-tecnologia-da-informacao/2j3euqcxmuya

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