City seeks funding for Havens Gardens Jul 28, 2010
Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson said he supports the project, but he said he wants to know where the $25,000 will come from. Councilman William Pitt said Havens Gardens needs improvements, in part because its one of the citys few public-access areas to the Pamlico River. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Gambling proposals still on the table Jul 24, 2010
Senate President Pro Tempore Stanley C. Rosenberg said members were also calling one another on the phone and plan to continue talks over the weekend. There has been a frank exchange and a lot of creative ideas being put on the table, Rosenberg said as he broke from talks at 6 p.m. We re trying to find out how to blend these bills and get to yes. (Boston Globe)
Lawyers of 1-800-Cantaso Join New York State in Honoring Latin Music King Tito Puente, Announce Upcoming Tribute Concert Jul 17, 2010
Senate President Pro Tempore Malcolm A. Smith says, "For more than 50 years, Tito Puente, the king of Latin music, delivered legendary performances which transcended cultural and generational boundaries. Ten years after his passing, his impact is greater than ever and his work and his passionate spirit will be an influence for decades to come. It is a privilege to honor him today on the 10th anniversary of his passing.". Not only did Tito Puente break ground as a performer, exposing Latin jazz... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Family that led Okla. autism insurance push moving Jul 10, 2010
House Speaker Pro Tempore Kris Steele, designated by House Republicans to be the speaker for the next legislative session, last year authored legislation that became law designed to expand services for autistic children through state programs that train doctors to diagnose and treat autism. "I've still got to push forward," Brown said. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
American Flag Facts: How and Why is... Jul 4, 2010
From the day of death until internment for an associate justice of the Supreme Court; Cabinet member; former vice president; Senate president pro tempore, majority leader, or minority leader; House of Representatives majority leader or minority leader; governor of a state, territory, or possession. On the day of death and the day after death for a U.S. senator, representative, territorial delegate, or resident commissioner of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Suite101.com)
Senators past, present bid farewell to Byrd Jul 2, 2010
He twice rose to become Senate majority leader and, because of his seniority, was the Senate president pro tempore, putting him third in line for the presidency. Byrd, who grew up in impoverished coal country in a home without indoor plumbing, was also known for funneling billions of federal dollars into West Virginia, where the senator's name adorns numerous highways, bridges and buildings. (AZCentral -- News)
PSU unaffected by gas tax Jul 1, 2010
State Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati, R-Jefferson, called the tax "inevitable.". State Democrats, meanwhile, maintain that Pennsylvania has been one of a dwindling number of major gas-producing states without a gas extraction tax. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Public financing hits an obstacle Jul 1, 2010
Marc Basnight, D-Dare, president pro tempore of the Senate. Basnight represents Beaufort County and seven other counties in the northeast corner of the state. (Washington Daily News, NC)
In Politics, Some Too Old to Govern Jun 30, 2010
Thurmond couldn't even hold the ceremonial office of President Pro Tempore o resign it. Send Email to. (Townhall.com)
Robert C. Byrd, Powerful Senator, Dead at 92 Jun 29, 2010
Byrd served as president pro tempore of the Senate -- a post that put the 92-year-old third in line for presidency after Vice President Joe Biden and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. Tributes from Capitol Hill hailed Byrd as a fiery orator who loved the Senate. (ABC News)
Byrd called 'colossus' of Senate Jun 29, 2010
But Mr. Byrd's influence wasn't measured simply in how long he held the seat, or in his positions as majority and minority leader, Appropriations Committee chairman and president pro tempore of the Senate. His colleagues remembered Mr. Byrd most of all for his mastery and love of the chamber's history, quirky rules and customs, expressed in remarks and in a four-volume history of the Senate that Mr. Byrd wrote. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Inouye, 3rd in Presidency Line, Backs Hawaii Split Jun 29, 2010
Robert Byrd, the position of president pro tempore of the Senate third in line to the presidency has gone to Daniel Inouye, who staunchly supports a bill that would in effect create two Hawaiis. Byrd, a West Virginia Democrat, died Monday morning at age 92, and Hawaii Democrat Inouye, 85, was sworn in as the president pro tem early Monday afternoon because he is now the longest-serving member of the majority party. (Newsmax)
Senate titan Robert Byrd dies at 92 Jun 29, 2010
At the time of his death, he was president pro tempore of the Senate and had been in frail health for several months. He scaled the summit of power, but his mind never strayed from the people of his beloved West Virginia, President Obama said in a statement. (Boston Globe)
Sen. Byrd hospitalized in serious condition Jun 28, 2010
He remains the Senate's president pro tempore, a largely symbolic position that nevertheless places him third in the line of presidential succession. In November, Byrd became the longest-serving member of Congress, surpassing a record set by Democrat of , who served in the House and Senate from 1912 to 1969. (USA Today -- News)
Byrd, longest serving member of Congress, hospitalized in serious condition Jun 28, 2010
Byrd is the Senate s president pro tempore, a largely symbolic post held by the longest-serving member. That makes him third in line of presidential succession after Vice President Joe Biden and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. (Boston Globe)
REPORT: BYRD SICKNESS COULD SINK WALL STREET REFORM... Jun 28, 2010
He s president pro tempore of the Senate, putting him fourth in line for the presidency, behind Vice President Joe Biden and House Speaker (D-Calif. . (The Drudge Report)
Council OKs budget, sets tax rate Jun 23, 2010
Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson expressed concern that the Beaufort County Board of Commissioners may change the way it distributes sales-tax income to the municipalities in the county. That change could result in those municipalities receiving less in sales-tax revenues. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Albany begins look at chief nominee Jun 22, 2010
The five-member committee, chaired by 4th Ward Councilwoman Barbara Smith, will then send either a positive or negative recommendation on the nomination to the full 15-member council, which could vote on it as soon as July 19, said Council President Pro Tempore Richard Conti. If the council takes no action by Aug. 5, Krokoff would automatically be confirmed to the $104,000-a-year post. (Albany Times Union)
Micheli tops the field Jun 21, 2010
He held positions like majority floor leader, speaker pro tempore, majority whip, and chairman of the House Revenue Committee. He was known for protecting the taxpayers, the unborn children, and supported the constitution. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cities, counties worry about funds Jun 21, 2010
Those redirected dollars go to other priorities such as schools, health care and social services, said Senate President Pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg, D-Sacramento. He said the constitutional amendment would simply add to previous budget restrictions passed by voters, making it even more difficult for the state to provide the services the public demands. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Plastic-bag ban faces expansion Jun 9, 2010
Richardson focused primarily on environmental regulations he said are pushed through by Basnight, who serves as president pro tempore of the Senate. This is why it is vital that we overturn his election, said Richardson, whos a Beaufort County commissioner. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Free ferries could vanish Jun 5, 2010
Marc Basnight, D-Dare, president pro tempore of the Senate, brought the following e-mailed response from spokesman Schorr Johnson: It was not in the Senate budget and Senator Basnight has always felt that ferries should be affordable and accessible to the residents who depend on them. . (Washington Daily News, NC)
Beshear takes final action on budget bill Jun 5, 2010
Out-of-work employees, who now receive 68 percent of their salary from the unemployment trust fund, will receive 62 percent under the new law, which was sponsored by House Speaker Pro Tempore Larry Clark, D-Okolona. Kentucky s 2011 fiscal year will begin July 1. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Proposed city budget cut by $1.1 million Jun 3, 2010
Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson said the staffs proposed budget includes the best numbers Ive ever seen in regard to revenue projections. He believes the proposed spending plan does not over-estimate projected revenues as previous budgets have done. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Governor hopeful calls for energy tax reprieve Jun 3, 2010
Johnson, the former president pro tempore of the Georgia Senate, says that, if elected, he will introduce legislation to abolish sales tax on energy use for the state's manufacturers. He said the proposal is part of his promise to be the "jobs governor.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lawmakers want stronger spray ban May 31, 2010
Council President Pro Tempore Richard Conti said responsibility for oversight and enforcement of the ordinance needs to be more clearly defined. "I'm not sure what the breakdown was with parks and rec because this issue and the pesticide use issue has been discussed in public forums," Conti said. (Albany Times Union)
Internet-cafes moratorium OKd May 27, 2010
Also during the May 10 meeting, Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson said it may be difficult for the city to shut down the Internet sweepstakes cafes with facing some form of liability. After all, Roberson noted, the city gave the OK for the two businesses to open. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Byrd Shows He’s Still Got Some Fight Left May 25, 2010
He still serves as Senate President Pro Tempore, a position that puts him third in line of succession to the presidency. Even though Byrd no longer sits atop the Appropriations panel, he seems to know when it s time to be heard. (Roll Call)
GOP Candidates: Ga. Should Copy Arizona's New Law May 24, 2010
Nathan Deal and former state Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson all said the tough new law was good idea. It requires authorities to question people about their immigration status if there's reason to suspect they're in the country illegally. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
It can't happen here, can it? May 22, 2010
And as a longtime state senator from Dare County and the president pro tempore of the state Senate, Basnight worries most that what has happened in the Gulf might happen here. What we're seeing down there could repeat itself here, producing an environmental nightmare and devastating a coastal economy that is tenuous enough as it is, especially as a prolonged recession ends and begins its recovery. (The Seahawk, NC)
Senate budget is hitting home May 22, 2010
Basnight is president pro tempore of the Senate. The furlough would have to occur on a noninstructional day, when no classes were scheduled, and school boards would be obligated to hold public hearings before instituting the days off, Johnson indicated. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Bill would nix compulsory health care (1067) May 22, 2010
Marc Basnight, D-Dare, president pro tempore of the Senate, has resisted the gay-marriage vote because state law already forbids gay marriage. It appears that Forresters bill will have no more success than the almost-perennial drive for a gay-marriage ban, which Forrester is pushing for again this year, a fact that he brought up in the interview. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Media Advisory for May 19th, 2010: Portraits of Hope Project to Unveil Beach Lifeguard Towers May 14, 2010
On hand for the historic unveiling will be Portraits of Hope founders Ed Massey and Bernie Massey; LA County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky; Supervisor Don Knabe; Santos Kreimann, Director of Department of Beaches and Harbors; Chief Mike Frazier, Department of LA County Lifeguards; Santa Monica Mayor Pro Tempore Pam O'Connor. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Senior legislator leaves for visit to Canada, U.S. May 9, 2010
The delegation was invited by Speaker Peter Milliken of the Canadian House of Commons and Daniel Inouye, President Pro Tempore of the U.S. Senate. Source: Xinhua. (People's Daily Online, China)
Power politics May 9, 2010
Amid all the attention, Peter Shumlin, the Democratic president pro tempore of the Vermont Senate an opponent of re-licensing the plant and a candidate for governor made a decision. He called for a Senate vote on the future of Vermont Yankee. (Boston Globe)
Former Poway politician confirmed for UC Regents May 7, 2010
This one is a close call for me and a number of members of my caucus, said Senate President Pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg, D-Sacramento, But I am voting yes on this nomination. . (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hinton Mitchem: A son of 2 states May 5, 2010
Dawson said Mitchem - a lifelong Democrat who also served as president pro tempore of the Senate in 2007-09 - has proved to be an effective statesman in a rather conservative state. "He's always been a low-key powerhouse," said Dawson, a former Oconee County Commission chairman. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Council is facing budget challenges May 2, 2010
Last month, Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson expressed concerns that shortfalls in the current enterprise funds, which he said could be about $1 million, will affect how the council finalizes the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The council faces at least one challenge as it begins its work on the upcoming budget: Trying to determine as close as possible how much revenue its property-tax rate (expected to remain at 60 cents per $100 valuation) will generate in the next fiscal year. (Washington Daily News, NC)
More Dems beat Ga. qualifying deadline May 1, 2010
Nathan Deal and former Georgia Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson. State Rep. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Governors race gains more entrants Apr 29, 2010
She will oppose former state Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson and ex-U.S. Rep. Nathan Deal, who signed up on Monday. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Senate meets to discuss future plans Apr 29, 2010
From everyone I ve talked to, this is really been a problem, said Bowen, speaker pro tempore. We need to look at ways to limit the number of evening exams or if students have other conflicts during evening exams, I would love for professors to give leniency with that exam and for that to be a University policy. (The Battalion, TX)
Isakson qualifies to seek re-election Apr 27, 2010
Nathan Deal of Gainesville and former state Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson, an architect from Savannah, signed up for the July 20 Republican gubernatorial primary. On the Democratic side, Georgia House Minority Leader DuBose Porter, a newspaper publisher from Dublin, also qualified on Monday. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Veteran Ga. GOP Lawmaker to Retire Apr 22, 2010
As speaker of the pro tempore of the House, he'd been set to take over the gavel but then withdrew his name from consideration, saying he wanted to concentrate on expanding his real estate business overseas. Burkhalter will step down in May. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Oklahoma to Join 21 Other States Suing over Obamacare Apr 21, 2010
The Washington Post reports Oklahoma House Speaker Chris Benge and Senate President Pro Tempore Glenn Coffee, both Republicans, said they plan to sue the Congress, the president and the Secretary of Health and Human Services in an attempt to block the unlawful mandate provisions. They are in the final stages of passing legislation that would allow them to file suit. (Human Events Online)
Bill to check city bankruptcies advances Apr 20, 2010
The measure also has been under a cloud of suspicion ever since Senate President pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg, D-Sacramento, abruptly removed two potential opponents of the bill from the committee and replaced them with labor-friendly Democrats. Before Steinberg took that action recently, the measure had stalled before the panel last year. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Charleston port is major player in S.C. progress Apr 19, 2010
And House Speaker Pro Tempore Harry Cato, a Republican from Greenville County. He is vice chairman of the Review and Oversight Commission on the South Carolina State Ports Authority. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Proposed budget doesnt raise tax rate Apr 15, 2010
Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson is worried that shortfalls in the current enterprise funds, which he said could be about $1 million, will affect how the council finalizes the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. I think our revenue projections are down, Roberson said in an interview Tuesday, adding he believes that budgeted revenues for most of the enterprise funds will not be met in the final three months of the current fiscal year. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Let cities, towns put funds where they want Apr 15, 2010
Harvey Weisenberg, D-Long Beach, is the Assembly's assistant speaker pro tempore. . (Albany Times Union)
Doctors orders to keep Mitchell out of Senate Apr 10, 2010
A high ranking state democrat, Mitchell is deputy pro tempore of the Senate. He also represents a vital 21st yes vote on contentious bingo legislation. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Antique cannon going public at Estuarium Apr 6, 2010
Bobby Roberson, the citys mayor pro tempore, views the return of the cannon to the city has an addition to the citys history, especially its maritime history, and tourist attractions. I think eco-tourism is important to us, Roberson said in an interview with the Washington Daily News on Monday, adding that the location of the cannon at the Estuarium helps tie local eco-tourism efforts with the citys maritime past. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Hospital tax passes Georgia Senate Apr 2, 2010
5 percent, said Senate President Pro Tempore Tommie Williams. That would hurt hospitals ability to serve low-income Georgians and drive some doctors to stop accepting Medicaid patients, said Williams, R-Lyons. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Jonathan Harris Enters Race For Secretary Of The State Apr 2, 2010
He was elected state senator for the 5th District, which includes Bloomfield, Burlington, Farmington and West Hartford, in November 2004 to complete the term of Senate President Pro Tempore Kevin Sullivan, who became lieutenant governor. Harris was re-elected in 2006. (FOX61, CT)
Senate elects speaker Apr 1, 2010
Albrecht defeated competitor and current Speaker Pro Tempore Kyle Womack with a vote of 38 to 26 ... Scott Bowen, senator from the College of Engineering, was elected as speaker pro tempore in an uncontested election ... The speaker pro tempore works closely with the speaker to insure the organization and cohesiveness of Student Senate. (The Battalion, TX)
The Health Care Bill Has Passed Mar 23, 2010
The Speaker and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate have to sign the official copy of the legislation which will then carried to the White House where it will be signed, with justifiable flourish, by President Obama. That satisfies Article I, Section 7 of the Constitution which provides that, Every bill which shall have passed the House of Representatives and the Senate, shall, before it become a law, be presented to the President of the United States; if he approve he shall sign it. (Townhall.com)
Council given suggestions Mar 19, 2010
I think the balls in our court, Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson said after Recko presented the committees recommendations. The recurring issue of city power customers paying high electric rates again surfaced at the meeting. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Council uneasy over missed payments Mar 19, 2010
Mayor Pro Tempore Carl Ferebee, whos been serving on City Council since 1999, expressed his impressions of the situation. I think it kind of goes back to even before Mr. Gatling came on board, Ferebee stated. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Basnight wields much influence Mar 18, 2010
As president pro tempore of the state Senate, Basnight enjoys unrivaled power in the government of the Old North State. In that position, Basnight appoints senators to committees that study special issues or pass legislative measures for consideration on the floor. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Council OKs E-911 merger Mar 15, 2010
Voting for the measure were Mayor Pro Tempore Bobby Roberson and council members Doug Mercer and Gil Davis. Voting against the measure were council members William Pitt and Edward Moultrie. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Williams seeking a return to Raleigh Mar 14, 2010
Marc Basnight, D-Dare, president pro tempore of the Senate, as he found his way on Jones Street. I learned a lot from them, he said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
UTHSC linking to AT&Ts Tennessee VPN Mar 12, 2010
Investment in technology for higher education is essential for improved student education and achievement, and one of my goals is to help make certain that Tennessee remains a place that provides students with a world-class education, Jamie Woodson, Speaker Pro Tempore for the Tennessee State Senate, said in a statement. Most Read Stories. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
City Council kills RABA partnership Mar 11, 2010
Councilman Carl Ferebee, who's also Mayor Pro Tempore, spoke before the vote as well. I will say that I have gotten a lot of calls regarding this project, Ferebee said. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Session reaches halfway point Mar 9, 2010
Dennis Egan, D-Juneau filled in for Senate President Gary Stevens on Thursday, serving as the Senate president pro tempore during a technical session at the Capitol. Monday, March 08, 2010. (Juneau Empire)
Senate Umpire Faces Tough Calls on Healthcare Mar 4, 2010
The Senate's presiding officer Vice President Joe Biden, Senate President Pro Tempore Robert Byrd or another designated Democratic senator would rule after getting Frumin's advice. The last time a ruling by the presiding officer was overturned on a Senate vote was October 3, 1996. (Newsmax)
Importance of political leadership Feb 26, 2010
And it happened because the Senate President Pro Tempore Glenn McConnell, the leading Republican, and Minority Leader John Land, the leading Democrat, stepped up and showed personal leadership. For his part, Land acknowledged that a voter photo ID would decrease election fraud and increase ballot security. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
RedState Morning Briefing Feb 23, 2010
The President Pro Tempore of the Indiana Senate is throwing his support behind Marlin Stutzman only a few days after seemingly looking at supporting Dan Coats. See also in the Washington Examiner by Ken Tomlinson profiling Stutzman and why he is a terrific fit for Indiana. (Human Events Online)
