To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: This has been a busy week all around the legislative complex, both in the General Assembly and in the state agencies. On Tuesday, the Senate officially confirmed Lieutenant General Walter E. Gaskin to be the next Secretary of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. On Wednesday, Machelle Sanders went through her first Senate committee confirmation hearing to potentially become Secretary of the Commerce Department. Also on Wednesday, Governor Cooper (D) appointed Pamela Cashwell to lead the Department of Administration as Secretary. Members of the General Assembly will also be back home next week as they take a spring break recess. We hope you have an enjoyable, relaxing and safe Easter weekend!