MS HC114

Commends Joseph Irvin Gill, Jr., of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, for receiving the 2017 Charles H. Lyles/Lyles-Simpson Award from the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission.

Recognizes Mr. Gill's career in marine fisheries, including roles as Executive Director of the Department of Marine Resources (1994-1995), Deputy Director of Coastal Operations (1988-1994), and Chief of Wetlands Division (1973-1988).

Notes his educational background including graduation from Notre Dame High School in 1956 and degrees in business administration and computer science from junior colleges, plus service in the Mississippi National Guard (1956-1966).

Details his accomplishments including coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on permitting programs, environmental impact statement reviews, and work with multiple federal and state marine agencies and organizations.

Acknowledges his previous awards including the 1994 Eley Ross Award, Stephen T. Mather Award, and 1993 Conservation of the Year Award, and his current work as Chief Executive Officer of Joe Gill Consulting, LLC.