Nomination of Don E. Newquist To Be a Member of the United States International Trade Commission

The President today announced his intention to nominate Don E. Newquist to be a member of the United States International Trade Commission for a term expiring December 16, 1988. He would succeed Susan W. Liebeler.

Since 1982 Mr. Newquist has been a senior vice president of corporate relations at the Valero Energy Corp. in San Antonio, TX. Previously, he was vice president for administration at Valero Energy Corp., 1978-1982; vice president for public affairs and employee relations; and assistant vice president for public affairs.

Mr. Newquist graduated from McMurray College (B.B.A., 1966). He was born August 24, 1943, in Stamford, TX, and resides in San Antonio, TX. He served in the United States Navy, 1967-1969.