Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_47 (state VARCHAR, appointment VARCHAR)
### Question:
What state has an appointment for jul 12, 2001?
### Answer:
SELECT state FROM table_name_47 WHERE appointment = "jul 12, 2001"