Senate introduced governor's appointee Larry Johnson as director of Department of Health and Human Services

The Iowa Senate heard a brief introduction of Larry Johnson as the governor's appointee to serve as director of the Department of Health and Human Services, a chamber staff member said.

The introduction was read during opening business. "It's Larry Johnson as director of the Department of Health and Human Services, up to my left," the staff member said, and added that Johnson "will be here for at least 30 minutes afterwards for any of you that wanna meet with him." The introduction did not include details about Johnson's background, the nomination process, or any immediate committee or confirmation steps.

The introduction came amid routine openings and announcements; the Senate proceeded to other business and later adjourned until Thursday, March 12 at 9 a.m.