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Uncorrected Proof of Senate Journal for 12/04/08 NOTICE: While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of the data herein, this is NOT the official version of Senate Journal. It is published to provide information in a timely manner, but has NOT been proofread against the events of the session for this day. All information obtained from this source should be checked against a proofed copy of the Senate Journal. UNCORRECTED PROOF OF THE JOURNAL OF THE SENATE. JOURNAL OF THE SENATE. Thursday, December 4, 2008. Met at twelve minutes past four o’clock P.M. The President, members, guests and employees then recited the pledge of allegiance to the flag. Distinguished Guest. There being no objection, the President recognized former Senate President Robert E. Travaglini who served from 1993-2006, serving as President from 2003-2006. Remarks of Senate President Therese Murray. Good afternoon. I’d like to welcome everyone – colleagues, family and friends – to the Senate Chamber today for this special session as we salute the work of four senators who have served the Commonwealth with pride, passion and great distinction. Today is bittersweet… It’s good to be together again to appreciate what we have accomplished and to look forward to the new year and a new session full of challenges. Yet that joy and anticipation is tempered by the fact that we are saying goodbye to some wonderful colleagues who have worked hard to serve their constituents and this Commonwealth - Senator Edward Augustus, Senator Pamela Resor, Senator Robert Creedon and Senator Robert Antonioni. Each of these members has brought insight and expertise to the Senate. They have fought passionately for issues they believed would result in a brighter future for Massachusetts. And, most importantly, they fought passionately for the future of their districts. Before we get to our departing members, I would first like to recognize Senate Minority Leader Richard Tisei, who would like to make brief remarks. Senator Tisei. Remarks of Senate Minority Leader Richard R. Tisei. Traditionally, at the end of every legislative session, the Minority Leader takes a moment to offer a few remarks to the body and reflect back on the session that has just come to a close. Because things were so rushed at the conclusion of the session back on July 31, as we sent bills back and forth to the House in an attempt to beat the clock, I never really had a chance to offer those remarks. So, today I would like to make amends. I promise to be brief. I basically wanted to take a moment to compliment you, Madame President, on the completion of your first term as Senate President. I’m sure everyone here would agree that you did an outstanding job presiding over this body during a very difficult and challenging time. You came into office, succeeding arguably one of the most popular members ever to wield the President’s gavel, but you have quickly left your own imprint on this institution. Although you had the added pressure of being the first female Senator ever to serve as President, you performed admirably under the added scrutiny and set a high standard for others to follow. You also showed each and every member in this chamber that we made the right decision in electing you as our President. This has not been the easiest time to serve in this chamber. Our state, as well as our nation, is in the midst of one of the worst recessions in recent memory. During this difficult period, you have provided the strong leadership we need to get the state back on a solid financial footing. Most importantly, you have also done a tremendous job steering the Senate through one of its darkest hours. When two of our former colleagues stood accused of serious crimes that betrayed the public trust, you made it clear that the integrity of the Senate as an institution is far more important than any of us as individuals. I know that all of the members appreciate the decisive action that you took to protect the reputation of this institution. I believe that with the leadership and guidance you have displayed, the Senate will emerge from this ordeal as a stronger body and will soon be able to reclaim the public’s trust. On a personal note, I want to thank you for the courtesy you have extended to me and to the rest of the Minority party by making sure we have a full and open debate on the issues, even if we don’t always agree on the merits of every piece of legislation that comes before us. I look forward to that continuing in the new session. Of course, the main reason we’re here today is to say goodbye to four of our colleagues who decided not to seek re-election this year. All of them have left a positive mark in this Chamber, and will be missed as they move on to other things. To Senator Resor, we will always remember your quiet leadership on numerous environmental issues. Although we as a caucus did not always agree with some of the legislation you championed – particularly those bills we thought would adversely impact employers – we always knew that you were sincere in your convictions and willing to listen to other opinions. You have accomplished great things. To Senator Augustus, I want to say it was a pleasure working with you over the last four years. I know we had our differences on Same-Day Voter Registration and the National Popular Vote, but when all was said and done, I think we developed a mutual respect and friendship for one another that has lasted throughout these battles, and will hopefully continue as you embark on the next phase of your career. To Senator Creedon, the Lawyers’ Caucus today is mourning the loss of one of its own. Unfortunately, even after you leave, the Lawyers’ Caucus will still outnumber the Republican Caucus, but I hope to change that someday. From what I understand our old friend Brian Lees is ready to welcome you with open arms into a new caucus otherwise known as the superior clerks association. We wish you the very best as you begin your new career. Last, but certainly not least, I want to recognize my good friend Senator Antonioni. With all due respect to the other Senators, I think that we will miss you the most when the new Legislature convenes next month. For many years, I always knew I could turn to you whenever I had a question related to education, and that you and your staff would have an answer for me. Your leadership on the Education Committee has been unparalleled, and your departure is going to leave a vacuum that will be hard to fill. Now, in fairness, I do have to say that you did have a few rather quirky bills that you championed over the years. Who can forget the infamous piano bill, or for that matter all of your advocacy on behalf of Johnny Appleseed? I still don’t know where you got that crazy idea to let teachers in the classroom if they couldn’t pass a simple competency test after multiple tries. In all seriousness, I have to tell you that I truly appreciate having the opportunity to work alongside you for many years. I consider you not only a colleague, but also a friend, and wish you nothing but the best in the future. Senator Resor, Senator Creedon, Senator Augustus, and Senator Antonioni: you have all served this venerable institution, and the citizens of the Commonwealth, with honor and integrity. I hope that when you leave here, you will each take with you many positive memories that will last a lifetime. I also hope that none of you will ever look back with any regrets, but instead will take comfort in knowing that you have helped to enrich the lives of all of your colleagues, both past and present, and have set a high standard of public service that we can all emulate. Remarks of Senate President Therese Murray. Thank you Senator Tisei. And now on to our friend and colleague, Senator Edward Augustus. Senator Augustus dedicated himself to public service early on, becoming the youngest person to serve on the Worcester School Committee at age 24. As he gained more experience in the Department of Education and as chief of staff for Congressman James McGovern, he became a champion of education and was elected to represent the Second Worcester District in 2004. During his time in the Senate, he fought hard to boost state aid for education and make the funding formula more equitable, and he was also determined to reduce the number of high school drop-outs in Massachusetts– important work that the Senate will continue. Now, I would like to ask Senate President Pro Tem Stanley Rosenberg to read a letter from Senator Augustus, who unfortunately could not be with us today. Communication. Senate President Pro Tem Stanley Rosenberg read the following communication. COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MASSACHUSETTS SENATE STATE HOUSE, BOSTON 02133-1053 Dear Madam President, Distinguished Colleagues, Staff, Assembled Guests and Friends: I would like to profoundly thank you, in a heartfelt way, for the opportunity to have served in the Massachusetts Senate. I regret that another commitment today prevents me from being with you as the Senate recognizes those who will not be returning to the 186th General Court in January. I want to join with you in extending my sincere appreciation for the friendship of Senators Antonioni, Creedon, and Resor.
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