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 the term expiring December 16, 1997. This is a reappointment.

Since 1974 Mr. Newquist has been with Valero Energy Corp. in San Antonio, TX, as senior vice president of corporate relations, 1982-present; vice president of administration, 1978-1982; vice president for public affairs and employee relations and deputy vice president for public affairs, 1974-1978.

Mr. Newquist graduated from McMurray College (B.B.A., 1966). He served in the United States Navy, 1967-1969. Mr. Newquist was born August 23, 1943, in Stamford, TX, and resides in San Antonio.