Senator Robbins Re-Elected to Senate Leadership Position

Caucus Secretary handles confirmation process for nominees

State Senate Republicans today unanimously re-elected Senator Bob Robbins (R-50) to a Senate leadership position for the upcoming 2009-10 legislative session.

As the Senate Majority Caucus Secretary, Senator Robbins handles all executive nominations submitted to the Senate for approval. He ensures that all background information is received, works with Senators to deal with any concerns, and coordinates the review of the nomination by the committees and the full Senate. As part of Senate leadership, Senator Robbins also plays a part in setting the Senate's agenda.

"I am grateful for the faith my colleagues have shown by re-electing me to this leadership position," said Senator Robbins. "Serving in leadership gives residents of Northwest Pennsylvania a stronger voice in state government affairs. We have many challenges and opportunities awaiting us in the next two years, and I look forward to addressing them from a position of leadership."

Prior to being elected Caucus Secretary for the 2001-02 Session and reelected to that post for the 2003-04, 2005-06 and 2007-08 legislative sessions, Robbins served as Senate Majority Policy Committee Chairman.

He serves as Vice Chairman of the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. He is a member of the Senate Committees on Banking and Insurance, Game and Fisheries, Local Government, and Rules and Executive Nominations. He also serves as Chairman of the bipartisan Local Government Commission, Vice Chairman of the Athletic Oversight Committee, and a member of the Keystone State Games Commission.

The Senate Republican leadership team also includes: Senator Joe Scarnati (R-25) President Pro tempore; Senator Dominic Pileggi (R-9), Majority Leader; Senator Jane Clare Orie (R-40), Majority Whip; Senator Mike Waugh (R-28), Majority Caucus Chairman; and Senator Jake Corman (R-34), Appropriations Committee Chairman.

Contact:

Michael Hengst
(717) 787-1322