Gov. Maura Healey Tuesday renominated former Amesbury state Rep. James M. Kelcourse to serve another term on the Massachusetts Parole Board.
Kelcourse, who served in the legislature as a republican, has served as a member of the Massachusetts Parole Board since June 2022 when he was nominated by then-Gov. Charlie Baker. Besides Kelcourse, Healey nominated Elizabeth Rodriguez-Ross to serve as an associate justice of the Housing Court
“I’m also proud to nominate Elizabeth Rodriguez-Ross and Jim Kelcourse for these important roles. Each brings a valuable perspective and a strong commitment to serving the people of Massachusetts,” she said
Kelcourse served four terms in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, representing the First Essex District, which includes the cities of Newburyport and Amesbury and the town of Salisbury. He is a lawyer with experience in criminal defense and civil litigation, having operated a solo practice in Newburyport. Kelcourse holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration from Villanova University, and a Juris Doctor from the Massachusetts School of Law.
The Governor’s Council will consider the nominations for confirmation.
The Massachusetts Parole Board conducts parole release hearings, notifies and assists victims, supervises individuals on parole and coordinates reentry services to those leaving custody without post-release supervision.