The Idaho State Senate on Feb. 7 adopted a transportation committee report recommending confirmation of Robert Bloom to the Aeronautics Advisory Board for a term expiring Jan. 31, 2029.

The committee report was moved for adoption by Senator Hart (as recorded in the committee report reading) and seconded; the chamber heard remarks about Bloom’s background in Coeur d’Alene and his business experience running Stancraft Boats and the Stancraft Jet Center. After supporters described Bloom’s technical and business qualifications, debate was closed and the Senate adopted the committee report by voice vote; the transcript records “the ayes have it” but does not include a roll-call tally.

The transportation committee report lists Bloom’s hometown as Coeur d’Alene, his degree in architectural engineering from the University of Colorado, and his experience in aircraft interior work, fixed-base operator operations and related businesses. The report noted Bloom’s membership in several aviation associations, including the National Business Aviation Association and regional business aviation groups.

The transcript directs that the committee paperwork be filed in the secretary’s office following adoption. The committee report sets the listed term as expiring Jan. 31, 2029.