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Scarnati Re-Elected to Top Leadership PostWARREN—State Senator Joe Scarnati of the 25th Senatorial District has been nominated by his Republican colleagues to once again be President Pro Tempore in the Pennsylvania State Senate. "I am honored and humbled by the trust that my colleagues have shown in giving me the opportunity to continue to lead this great institution," Scarnati stated. "Without question, there is much work to be done and by working together with members on both sides of the aisle, I am confident we will be successful in our intended endeavors." It was clearly evident that voters across the Commonwealth found merit in the platform of lower taxes, less regulation that the Senate Republicans have taken the lead in over the past several years. With that said, Republicans in the Senate were again successful in maintaining control of this body with a 30-20 margin. "Certainly, the General Assembly must persist in moving forward in creating an environment where businesses are doing business and workers are working," Scarnati said. "In addition, we must also walk down the path of making government more open, more transparent. While much has been accomplished in these areas, many challenges remain." "Working with the basic premise of no tax increases, no new taxes, and no excessive spending, Pennsylvania, quite frankly can take the next steps toward making our state a better place to live, work, and raise a family," Scarnati added. "I look forward to working with members of the caucuses and Administration to further this agenda. More specifically, I would like to congratulate Sam Smith as the next Speaker of the House. I have long considered Sam a friend and wish him nothing but the best." Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati will continue his role in the Senate for the 2011-2012 session. However, he will no longer carry duel positions with the election of Governor-elect Tom Corbett and Lieutenant Governor-elect Jim Cawley.
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