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SENATE I And then finally, Lord, this blessing, as the Franciscan said: MONDAY, June 1, 2009 May God bless you with a restless discomfort about easy answers, half-truths and superficial relationships, so that you may seek truth The Senate met at 1 p.m., Eastern Daylight Saving Time. boldly and love deep within your heart. May God bless you with holy anger at injustice, oppression, and The PRESIDENT (Lieutenant Governor Joseph B. Scarnati III) exploitation of people, so that you may tirelessly work for justice, free- in the Chair. dom, and peace among all people. May God bless you with the gift of tears to shed with those who PRAYER suffer from pain, rejection, starvation, or the loss of all that they cher- ish, so that you may reach out your hand to comfort them and transform their pain into joy. The Chaplain, Reverend LORINA MARSHALL-BLAKE, of May God bless you with enough foolishness to believe that you Vine Memorial Baptist Church, Philadelphia, offered the follow- really can make a difference in this world, so that you are able, with ing prayer: God's grace, to do what others claim cannot be done.

Dear most gracious and Heavenly Father, we come at this And it is this we ask this day, 0 God, in Your precious Son's time, first, just giving You all the honor, all the glory, and all the name. Let all the people of God say Amen. praise that You are so worthy of. And God, we thank You for this day, this day that You have made, that we are just rejoicing The PRESIDENT. The Chair thanks the Reverend and glad to be in. And Lord, we thank You for this opportunity Marshall-Blake, who is the guest today of Senator Washington. to come before You with this august body. And Lord, as we stand, we join our hearts, 0 God, touching one another, 0 God, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE that we would be able to touch the people whom we serve, 0 Lord, and that You would dispose of us who are assembled to (The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by those assembled.) always be thankful, Lord, for the mercies that You continue to COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNOR extend to us. Lord, to act as becomes a people who owe so much to Thy goodness, and Lord, again we come praying for the body, NOMINATIONS REFERRED TO COMMITTEE and praying for the nation, and praying for our President, Lord, but especially, God, praying for this Senate of the Common- The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- wealth of Pennsylvania. munications in writing from His Excellency, the Governor of the We would ask, Lord, that You would direct them by their Commonwealth, which were read as follows and referred to the wisdom in all their deliberations. And God, give them, this day, Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations: peace within themselves, You, the God of peace, and Lord, You, the God of love, power, and justice, You who wills the freedom MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST and fulfillment of all Your children. Yes, we come thanking You STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA for the constancy of Your loving kindness and tender mercies OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION toward us. And again, especially on this day that You have made, that we are truly thankful for one more opportunity to serve You May 8, 2009 and Your people. And Lord, at this time, we also seek to cele- brate and acknowledge all of these, Your servant leaders. To the Honorable, the Senate And God, we would ask that You continue to surprise us with of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: the discovery of how much power we have, both individually and In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the collectively, to make a difference. Yes, a difference in the way advice and consent of the Senate, Dr. Vincent De Franco, 35 Club citizens meet, greet, respect, and protect the rights of others. Yes, Court, Stroudsburg 18360, Monroe County, Eighteenth Senatorial Dis- a difference in the way government, business, and labor can trict, for appointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher work together for justice and social enrichment. And yes, a dif- Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until ference in our response to the needy as a difference in our appre- his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Harry Lee, Stroudsburg, ciation for those who give of themselves. And God, in the new- whose term expired. ness of the day, please help us to have a renewed hope, and stir EDWARD G. RENDELL up our passion for new possibilities, making compassion and the Governor spirit of sacrifice be the mark of affluence of character. 544 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA advice and consent of the Senate, Nancy V. Perretta, R.R. 1, Box 4006, OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION Stroudsburg 18360, Monroe County, Eighteenth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher May 8, 2009 Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until To the Honorable, the Senate her successor is appointed and qualified. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G RENDELL In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the Governor advice and consent of the Senate, Lissette Marie Lahoz, 2830 Hodle Avenue, Easton 18045, Northampton County, Eighteenth Senatorial MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST District, for appointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Darrell Covington, M.D., East Stroudsburg, whose term expired. May 8, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA advice and consent of the Senate, L. Patrick Ross, Box 161, OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION Tannersville 18372, Monroe County, Fourteenth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East May 8, 2009 Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until To the Honorable, the Senate his successor is appointed and qualified. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the Governor advice and consent of the Senate, Carolyn Lawson, 113 Great Bear Way, East Stroudsburg 18301, Monroe County, Eighteenth Senatorial MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST District, for appointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION her successor is appointed and qualified, vice , Harrisburg, whose term expired. May 8, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST advice and consent of the Senate, Amy S. Welch, 5410 Upper Mountain STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Road, New Hope 18938, Bucks County, Tenth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until May 8, 2009 her successor is appointed and qualified. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Marcus S. Lingenfelter, 2420 Beech MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST Street, Harrisburg 17110, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA for appointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Hussain Malik, M.D., May 8, 2009 Stroudsburg, whose term expired. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Robert Willever, 2034 Penstock MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES OF EAST Court, Bethlehem 18015, Northampton County, Eighteenth Senatorial STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA District, for reappointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania of the State System of OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION Higher Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until his successor is appointed and qualified. May 8, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 545

MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MEDICINE ALLENTOWN STATE HOSPITAL May 11, 2009 May 11, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Richard C. Kuklentz, Jr., R.R. 3, Box advice and consent of the Senate, Stephen L. Schwartz, M.D., 2327 3298-A, Saylorsburg 18353, Monroe County, Sixteenth Senatorial Dis- Meridian Boulevard, Warrington 18976, Bucks County, Twelfth Sena- trict, for appointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Allen- torial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Medi- town State Hospital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, cine, to serve for a term of four years or until his successor is appointed and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice John Berrier, and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Allentown, resigned. Charles D. Hummer, Jr., M.D., Swarthmore, whose term expired.

EDWARD G. RENDELL EDWARD G RENDELL Governor Governor

JUDGE, COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, MEMBER OF THE ANIMAL HEALTH BUCKS COUNTY AND DIAGNOSTIC COMMISSION

May 11, 2009 May 12, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Gregory E. Dunlap, Esquire, 613 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senato- advice and consent of the Senate, Duane L. Hertzler, RD 1, Box 361, rial District, for appointment as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Bucks Loysville 17047, Perry County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, for County, to serve until the first Monday of January 2012, vice The Hon- reappointment as a member of the Animal Health and Diagnostic Com- orable David W. Heckler, resigned. mission, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor is ap- pointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that pe- EDWARD G. RENDELL riod. Governor EDWARD G. RENDELL MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MEDICINE Governor

May 11, 2009 MEMBER OF THE ANIMAL HEALTH AND DIAGNOSTIC COMMISSION To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 12, 2009 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Radheshyam M. Agrawal, M.D., 523 To the Honorable, the Senate Fairview Road, Pittsburgh 15238, Allegheny County, Thirty-eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board of Medicine, to serve for a term of four years or until his successor is In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that advice and consent of the Senate, Brian K. Reed, D.V.M., 2564 Valley period. Road, Manheim 17545, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Dis- trict, for reappointment as a member of the Animal Health and Diagnos- EDWARD G. RENDELL tic Commission, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor Governor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MEDICINE EDWARD G. RENDELL May 11, 2009 Governor

To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE ANIMAL HEALTH of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: AND DIAGNOSTIC COMMISSION In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Carol E. Rose, M.D., 428 Glaids May 12, 2009 Drive, Pittsburgh 15243, Allegheny County, Thirty-seventh Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board of Medicine, To the Honorable, the Senate to serve for a term of four years or until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the EDWARD G RENDELL advice and consent of the Senate, Sheryl Long Vanco, RD 1, Box 61 X, Governor Bear Lake 16402, Warren County, Twenty-First Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Animal Health and Diagnostic Com- 546 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1, mission, to serve for a term of four years and until her successor is In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that advice and consent of the Senate, Richmond S. Parsons, Jr., 1826 period. Osbourne Avenue, Willow Grove 19090, Montgomery County, Fourth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Advisory EDWARD G. RENDELL Committee on Probation, to serve for a term of four years and until his Governor successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than ninety days beyond that period. MEMBER OF THE STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 12, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF To the Honorable, the Senate SOUTH MOUNTAIN RESTORATION CENTER of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the May 12, 2009 advice and consent of the Senate, Charles P. Bednarik, 6379 Winding Road, R.D. 4, Box 30, Coopersburg 18036, Lehigh County, Twenty- To the Honorable, the Senate fourth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Athletic Commission, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor is appointed and qualified. In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Paul E. Miller, Jr., 190 Hunters Lane, EDWARD G. RENDELL Chambersburg 17202, Franklin County, Thirty-third Senatorial District, Governor for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of South Mountain Restoration Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of Janu- MEMBER OF THE STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION ary 2015, and until his successor is appointed and qualified. EDWARD G. RENDELL May 12, 2009 Governor

To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: SOUTH MOUNTAIN RESTORATION CENTER In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Andrew DePaolo, 107 Evandale May 12, 2009 Drive, Pittsburgh 15220, Allegheny County, Forty-second Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Athletic Commis- To the Honorable, the Senate sion, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor is ap- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: pointed and qualified. In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the EDWARD G RENDELL advice and consent of the Senate, Frederick A. Reddig, 108 Park Place Governor West, Shippensburg 17257, Franklin County, Thirty-third Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of MEMBER OF THE ADVISORY South Mountain Restoration Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of COMMITTEE ON PROBATION January 2015, and until his successor is appointed and qualified. EDWARD G. RENDELL May 12, 2009 Governor

To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: OF BARBER EXAMINERS In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, The Honorable John Henry Foradora, May 13, 2009 200 Main Street, Brookville 15825, Jefferson County, Twenty-fifth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Advisory Com- To the Honorable, the Senate mittee on Probation, to serve for a term of four years and until his suc- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: cessor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than ninety days be- yond that period, vice The Honorable Richard Lewis, Mechanicsburg, In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the whose term expired. advice and consent of the Senate, William Adams (Public Member), 1608 Walnut Street, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first EDWARD U RENDELL Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Governor Barber Examiners, to serve for a term of three years and until his suc- cessor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond MEMBER OF THE ADVISORY that period, vice James Papoutsis, Chambersburg, whose term expired. COMMITTEE ON PROBATION EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 12, 2009

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MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the OF BARBER EXAMINERS advice and consent of the Senate, Dr. Mary Esther Van Shura, 411 Olympia Road, Pittsburgh 15211, Allegheny County, Forty-second Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Council of May 13, 2009 Trustees of Indiana University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and To the Honorable, the Senate until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice David Johnson, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Havertown, deceased.

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the EDWARD G RENDELL advice and consent of the Senate, James N. Papoutsis (Public Member), Governor 9 Kensington Drive, Chambersburg 17201, Franklin County, Thirty- third Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF OPTOMETRY Board of Barber Examiners, to serve for a term of three years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Andrew Santacroce, Horsham, whose term May 13, 2009 expired. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES advice and consent of the Senate, Amy K. Kokos (Public Member), 22 Woodview Drive, Mount Holly Springs 17065, Cumberland County, OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION State Board of Optometry, to serve until June 6, 2009, or until her suc- cessor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond May 13, 2009 that period, vice Eugene Sheffer, Franklin, resigned.

To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Jonathan B. Mack, 121 Timber MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC Springs, Indiana 15701, Indiana County, Forty-first Senatorial District, TELEVISION NETWORK COMMISSION for appointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of Indiana University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until his successor is May 13, 2009 appointed and qualified, vice Robert Hovanec, Gibsonia, whose term expired. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G RENDELL Governor In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Amy K. Kokos, 22 Woodview Drive, Mount Holly Springs 17065, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES rial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Public OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Television Network Commission, to serve until August 17, 2014, or OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice C. Chris Exarchos, Lemont, whose May 13, 2009 term expired. EDWARD G RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the MEMBER OF THE WORKERS' advice and consent of the Senate, David Osikowicz, 901 E. Mahoning COMPENSATION APPEAL BOARD Street, Punxsutawney 15767, Jefferson County, Twenty-fifth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of Indiana University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Edu- May 13, 2009 cation, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until his successor is appointed and qualified. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA for appointment as a member of the Workers' Compensation Appeal Board, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until her OF THE STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION successor is appointed and qualified, vice Joseph T. Rafferty, Auburn, resigned. May 13, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 548 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE CONSTABLES' MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMIC EDUCATION AND TRAINING BOARD DEVELOPMENT FINANCING AUTHORITY

May 14, 2009 May 15, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, The Honorable Leonard J. Puma, 203 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the Marshall Drive, McKeesport 15132, Allegheny County, Forty-fifth advice and consent of the Senate, Helen M. Billak, 800 Larchmont Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Constables' Road, Pittsburgh 15243, Allegheny County, Thirty-seventh Senatorial Education and Training Board, to serve for a term of three years and District, for reappointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Economic until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice The Honorable Development Financing Authority, to serve for a term of four years and Charles G. Benhayon, Levittown, whose term expired. until her successor is appointed and qualified.

EDWARD G. RENDELL EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor Governor

MEMBER OF THE CONSTABLES' MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMIC EDUCATION AND TRAINING BOARD DEVELOPMENT FINANCING AUTHORITY May 14, 2009 May 15, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, The Honorable Julie G Sokoloff, 217 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the East Athens Avenue, Ardmore 19003, Delaware County, Seventeenth advice and consent of the Senate, Allan M. Dabrow, 1919 Chestnut Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Constables' Street, Apartment 717, Philadelphia 19103, Philadelphia County, First Education and Training Board, to serve for a term of three years and Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania until her successor is appointed and qualified. Economic Development Financing Authority, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice William EDWARD G. RENDELL Davis, Williamsport, resigned. Governor EDWARD G. RENDELL MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA Governor TURNPIKE COMMISSION MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMIC May 14, 2009 DEVELOPMENT FINANCING AUTHORITY To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 15, 2009

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the To the Honorable, the Senate advice and consent of the Senate, Timothy J. Carson, Esquire, 227 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Curwen Road, Rosemont 19010, Montgomery County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Pennsylvania In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the Turnpike Commission, to serve for a term of four years or until his advice and consent of the Senate, Nicholas S. Haden, 114 Julianna successor is appointed and qualified. Drive, Coraopolis 15108, Allegheny County, Forty-second Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Economic EDWARD G RENDELL Development Financing Authority, to serve for a term of four years and Governor until his successor is appointed and qualified.

MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA EDWARD G. RENDELL TURNPIKE COMMISSION Governor

May 14, 2009 MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINANCING AUTHORITY To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 15, 2009 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, The Honorable J. William Lincoln, To the Honorable, the Senate P.O. Box 73, Brownfield 15416, Fayette County, Thirty-second Senato- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: rial District, for reappointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Turn- pike Commission, to serve for a term of four years or until his successor In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the is appointed and qualified. advice and consent of the Senate, Timothy H. Johnson, 838 Florida Avenue, Pittsburgh 15228, Allegheny County, Thirty-seventh Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Economic Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 549

Development Financing Authority, to serve for a term of four years and In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Sandor Yelen, advice and consent of the Senate, Dante Battles, 5127 West Lake Road, Kingston, whose term expired. Erie 16505, Erie County, Forty-ninth Senatorial District, for appoint- ment as a member of the Advisory Committee on Probation, to serve for EDWARD G. RENDELL a term of four years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, Governor but not longer than ninety days beyond that period, vice William E. Moore, Doylestown, whose term expired. MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMIC EDWARD G. RENDELL DEVELOPMENT FINANCING AUTHORITY Governor May 15, 2009 SECRETARY OF COMMUNITY AND To the Honorable, the Senate ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 21, 2009 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, George F. Komelasky, 42 Larch Cir- To the Honorable, the Senate cle, Holland 18966, Bucks County, Sixth Senatorial District, for reap- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: pointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority, to serve for a term of four years and until his suc- In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the cessor is appointed and qualified. advice and consent of the Senate, The Honorable George E. Cornelius [sic], 1058 Farmview Drive, West Chester 19382, Chester County, EDWARD G. RENDELL Twenty-sixth Senatorial District, for appointment as Secretary of Com- Governor munity and Economic Development, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice The Honorable , Harrisburg, resigned. MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINANCING AUTHORITY EDWARD G RENDELL Governor May 15, 2009 SHERIFF, WAYNE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 28, 2009

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the To the Honorable, the Senate advice and consent of the Senate, Herb T. Vederman, 1701 Locust of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Street, Philadelphia 19103, Philadelphia County, First Senatorial Dis- In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the trict, for reappointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Economic advice and consent of the Senate, Amy K. Kokos, 22 Woodview Drive, Development Financing Authority, to serve for a term of four years and Mount Holly Springs 17065, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- until his successor is appointed and qualified. rial District, for appointment as Sheriff, in and for the County of Wayne, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice The Hon- EDWARD G. RENDELL orable Charles Morelli, deceased. Governor EDWARD G. RENDELL MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF Governor OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE MEMBER OF THE WORKERS' May 15, 2009 COMPENSATION APPEAL BOARD

To the Honorable, the Senate May 28, 2009 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: To the Honorable, the Senate In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: advice and consent of the Senate, Thomas Czarnecki, D.O., P.O. Box In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the 4236, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, advice and consent of the Senate, Amy K. Kokos, 22 Woodview Drive, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Osteopathic Medi- Mount Holly Springs 17065, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- cine, to serve until June 26, 2010, or until his successor is appointed and rial District, for appointment as a member of the Workers Compensa- qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Dr. tion Appeal Board, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and Charles P. Fasano, Mifflinburg, deceased. until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Alfonso Frioni, Jr., Pittsburgh, resigned. EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor MEMBER OF THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON PROBATION MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE May 28, 2009 May 18, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 550 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- advice and consent of the Senate, Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, February 13, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, for appointment as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Cumberland, Magisterial District 09-1-02, to serve until the first Mon- District, as a member of the Advisory Committee on Probation, to serve day of January 2012, vice The Honorable Robert V. Manlove, resigned. for a term of four years and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, but not longer than ninety days beyond that period, vice Richmond EDWARD G. RENDELL Parsons, Jr., Willow Grove, whose term expired. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. RECALL COMMUNICATIONS EDWARD G. RENDELL REFERRED TO COMMITTEE Governor

The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD munications in writing from His Excellency, the Governor of the OF BARBER EXAMINERS Commonwealth, which were read as follows and referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations: May 13, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES To the Honorable, the Senate OF ALLENTOWN STATE HOSPITAL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 11, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari (Public Mem- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: ber), 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Barber In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Examiners, to serve for a term of three years and until her successor is nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 period, vice James Papoutsis, Chambersburg, whose term expired. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Allentown nomination on the premises. State Hospital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice John Berrier, Allen- EDWARD G. RENDELL town, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE ADAMS COUNTY EDWARD G. RENDELL BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Governor May 22, 2009 MEMBER OF THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON PROBATION To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 12, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Adams County Board of Assistance, to In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice Sharon Price, Gettysburg, deceased. February 13, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Advisory Committee on Probation, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor is appointed and quali- EDWARD G. RENDELL fied, but not longer than ninety days beyond that period, vice Richard Governor Lewis, Mechanicsburg, whose term expired. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE ADVISORY To the Honorable, the Senate COMMITTEE ON PROBATION of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 12, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 551

District, as a member of the Allegheny County Board of Assistance, to MEMBER OF THE BEAVER COUNTY serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and BOARD OF ASSISTANCE qualified, vice Richard Lewis, Pittsburgh, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009

EDWARD G RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE ALLEGHENY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 22, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Beaver County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Allen Andrascik, Beaver Falls, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 EDWARD G RENDELL Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Governor Senatorial District, as a member of the Allegheny County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor MEMBER OF THE BEAVER COUNTY is appointed and qualified, vice Paul Stackhouse, Pittsburgh, deceased. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE ARMSTRONG In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth May 22, 2009 Senatorial District, as a member of the Beaver County Board of Assis- To the Honorable, the Senate tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: pointed and qualified, vice Jill Marsilio-Colonna, Beaver Falls, re- signed. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Armstrong County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Mary Jo Ward, Kittanning, resigned. MEMBER OF THE BEDFORD COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE ARMSTRONG In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 22, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Bedford County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Larry Garlock, Everett, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested .in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Armstrong County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Genevieve Mantini, Ford City, deceased. MEMBER OF THE BEDFORD COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 552 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Bedford County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Carol Shaffer, Manns Choice, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BERKS COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country To the Honorable, the Senate Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: rial District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Reverend Jack D. Moyer, Altoona, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country nomination on the premises. Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as a member of the Berks County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Clemson N. Page, Jr., Wyomissing Hills, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE BERKS COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- fied, vice Jacqueline A. Smith-Bennett, Camp Hill, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Berks County Board of Assistance, to serve EDWARD G RENDELL until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice John Gilmore, Wernersville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE BERKS COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside To the Honorable, the Senate Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- fied, vice John Faulds, Sr., Hollidaysburg, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Berks County Board of Assistance, to serve EDWARD G. RENDELL until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice Maria M. Garcia, Reading, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 553

MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 22, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Gregory Murawsky, Altoona, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory A. [sic] Dunlap, EDWARD G. RENDELL Esquire, 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Governor Fifteenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is MEMBER OF THE BRADFORD COUNTY appointed and qualified, vice Kathie Richardson, Hollidaysburg, re- signed. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 22, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Bradford County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Eugene Hiduk, New Albany, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- MEMBER OF THE BRADFORD COUNTY fied, vice Thomas Healy, Altoona, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Bradford County Board of Assis- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice William E. Krause, Canton, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G. RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assis- Governor tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice George C. Kelchner, Hollidaysburg, re- MEMBER OF THE BRADFORD COUNTY signed. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Bradford County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice John Brenchley, Canton, resigned. 554 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE BUTLER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE BUCKS COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Butler County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- pointed and qualified, vice Jacqueline Wise, Saxonburg, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Bucks County Board of Assistance, to serve EDWARD G. RENDELL until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice Kimberly Peretik-Jabat, Fairless Hills, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CARBON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BUCKS COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Carbon County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Marsha M. Macalush, Nesquehoning, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Bucks County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Frank Belmonte, Levittown, resigned. MEMBER OF THE CARBON COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BUTLER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 22, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Carbon County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Deborah Ann Bartells Neff, Jim Thorpe, removed. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Butler County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- MEMBER OF THE CARBON COUNTY fied, vice Joseph Macurak, Chicora, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 555

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Carbon County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Graver, Summit Hill, resigned. MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- pointed and qualified, vice William Klaban, State College, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Robert Shepherd, Pennsylvania Furnace, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CHESTER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside To the Honorable, the Senate Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Chester County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Caroline A. Novak, declined appointment. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Mary Peterson, Bellefonte, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CHESTER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Chester County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice William Lambert, Coatesville, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown, 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Paul Houck, State College, deceased. 556 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE CHESTER COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 22, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Clinton County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Kenneth Boyce, Lock Haven, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 EDWARD G. RENDELL Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Governor Senatorial District, as a member of the Chester County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- MEMBER OF THE COLUMBIA COUNTY pointed and qualified, vice Rose Middleton, Thorndale, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE CLARION COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Columbia County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Donna Horsfall Parsell, Berwick, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G RENDELL District, as a member of the Clarion County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Dorothy Ostrander, Lebanon, resigned. MEMBER OF THE COLUMBIA COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE CLARION COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Columbia County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Ann Wilson, Bloomsburg, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Clarion County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Sally Hartle, Marble, declined appointment. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE CLINTON COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Cesar Valdez, Jr., Carlisle, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 557

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE DAUPHIN COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Dauphin County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Herman Krevsky, Harrisburg, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G RENDELL District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, Governor to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Harold Frantz, Mechanicsburg, deceased. MEMBER OF THE DELAWARE COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby May 22, 2009 Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Delaware County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2008 [sic], and until his successor is ap- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: pointed and qualified, vice Mary Ellen Balchunis-Harris, Ph.D., Drexel Hill, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, Governor to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Leonard Sorensen, New Cumberland, resigned. MEMBER OF THE DELAWARE COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 22, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Delaware County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Andrew A. Oronzi, Primos, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed MEMBER OF THE ELK COUNTY and qualified, vice Jeffrey Logan, Mechanicsburg, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 558 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Elk County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Burton Shaver, Ridgway, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE ERIE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE ELK COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Erie County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- pointed and qualified, vice John Nesbit, Washington, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Elk County Board of Assistance, to serve EDWARD G RENDELL until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice Charles W. Constable, Johnsonburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE ELK COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Norman J. Davis, Republic, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Elk County Board of Assistance, EDWARD G. RENDELL to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed Governor and qualified, vice Rose Heindl, Ridgway, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE ERIE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside To the Honorable, the Senate Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Jackson B. Thomas, Uniontown, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Erie County Board of Assistance, to serve EDWARD G RENDELL until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice LaWanda Bender-Goodwine, North East, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 559

MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country May 26, 2009 Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Reverend Anette V. Gerber, Wattsburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY qualified, vice Reverend DewVaul W. Tracy, Jr., Lake Lynn, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assistance, to serve of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Phyllis C. Skinner, Pleasantville, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G. RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assis- Governor tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice Donald Miller II, Uniontown, resigned. MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assis- To the Honorable, the Senate tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: pointed and qualified, vice Clyde Holmes, Tionesta, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Anthony Perna, Uniontown, resigned. MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 26, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and quali- To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Gordon Nygren, Tionesta, resigned. 560 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assis- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice David McCleary, Chambersburg, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Karl Thompson, Shippensburg, deceased. MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 26, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Charles W. Frame III, Waynesboro, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside EDWARD G. RENDELL Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE FULTON COUNTY qualified, vice Marie Baughman, Shippensburg, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth May 26, 2009 Senatorial District, as a member of the Fulton County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- To the Honorable, the Senate pointed and qualified, vice Kathleen Zimmerman, Warfordsburg, re- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: signed. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE FULTON COUNTY qualified, vice David S. Boozer, Chambersburg, deceased. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 561

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Fulton County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Katie Anderton, McConnellsburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE HUNTINGDON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE GREENE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Huntingdon County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- is appointed and qualified, vice Beverly Gusler, James Creek, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Greene County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice William Thomas, Waynesburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE HUNTINGDON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE GREENE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Huntingdon County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- and qualified, vice Robert Parsons, Blair Mills, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Greene County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD c RENDELL serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Peter Rameas, Waynesburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE HUNTINGDON COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Jacquelyn Everitt, Mifflintown, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Huntingdon County Board of Assistance, EDWARD G. RENDELL to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed Governor and qualified, vice Joann Condellone, Huntingdon, resigned. 562 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial May 26, 2009 District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and To the Honorable, the Senate qualified, vice Fred N. Noble, Honey Grove, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Governor Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE qualified, vice Willis E. Kauffman, Mifflintown, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 26, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial May 26, 2009 District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed To the Honorable, the Senate and qualified, vice Frank Grecco, Carbondale, deceased. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G RENDELL February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Governor Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE qualified, vice Esther E. Rhine, Mifflintown, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 26, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial May 26, 2009 District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed To the Honorable, the Senate and qualified, vice George Yavorek, Eynon, deceased. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Governor Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assis- MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE pointed and qualified, vice Carlen D. McClure, Port Royal, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 26, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth May 26, 2009 Senatorial District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor To the Honorable, the Senate is appointed and qualified, vice Dominick Famularo, Carbondale, re- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: signed. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 563

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LANCASTER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Lancaster County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice MacDonald Stacks, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of Assistance, Governor to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Fred Donnini, Olyphant, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE LANCASTER COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Jean L. Rogan, New Castle, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside EDWARD G. RENDELL Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Lancaster County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Peter True, Lancaster, resigned. MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE LANCASTER COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 26, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Joseph Bullano, New Castle, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Governor Senatorial District, as a member of the Lancaster County Board of As- sistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY appointed and qualified, vice Mary J. Loreto, Columbia, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 564 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Frank V. Sylvester, New Castle, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LUZERNE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Luzerne County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Joseph Salvo, Shavertown, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of EDWARD G. RENDELL Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor Governor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Session, New Castle, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LYCOMING COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE LEBANON COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Lycoming County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Reverend George E. Doran, Jr., Hughesville, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lebanon County Board of Assis- EDWARD G. RENDELL tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- Governor pointed and qualified, vice Joyce Dissinger, Lebanon, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LYCOMING COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE LEHIGH COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Lycoming County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- is appointed and qualified, vice John Losch, Montoursville, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lehigh County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Wendy Engler Shade, Allentown, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 565

MEMBER OF THE MCKEAN COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby May 26, 2009 Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Janet McDougall, Grove City, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the McKean County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY qualified, vice Marcia Shuman, Rixford, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE MCKEAN COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 26, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Michael Reichart, Sharpsville, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside EDWARD G RENDELL Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the McKean County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Shirley Reed, Eldred, resigned. MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE MCKEAN COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice David Immonen, Greenville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the McKean County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Vincent Goodrich, Bradford, resigned. MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 May 26, 2009 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- To the Honorable, the Senate pointed and qualified, vice Walter Matthews, Sharon, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 566 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE MONROE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country To the Honorable, the Senate Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: rial District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is ap- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- pointed and qualified, vice Elsie Luciano, Bethlehem, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Monroe County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice W. Andrew Worthington, Stroudsburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE MONTOUR COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside To the Honorable, the Senate Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- and qualified, vice Arthur Panzini, Easton, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Montour County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Grace Reinaker, Danville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE MONTOUR COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assistance, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Doris Lifland, Easton, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Montour County Board of Assis- Governor tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice Brian Cope, Danville, resigned. MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 567

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial EDWARD G RENDELL District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assistance, Governor to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Fred Davis, Easton, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE PERRY COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE NORTHUMBERLAND of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Perry County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- fied, vice Clifford K. Sloppy, Loysville, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory E. Dunlap, Esquire, nomination on the premises. 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Northumberland County Board EDWARD G. RENDELL of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor Governor is appointed and qualified, vice Frederick Hauk, Sunbury, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE NORTHUMBERLAND To the Honorable, the Senate COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 27, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Philadelphia County Board of Assistance, In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated and qualified, vice Dr. Allener Rogers, Philadelphia, resigned. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth nomination on the premises. Senatorial District, as a member of the Northumberland County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor EDWARD G RENDELL is appointed and qualified, vice Michael Carpenter, Coal Township, Governor resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE NORTHUMBERLAND To the Honorable, the Senate COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 27, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Philadelphia County Board of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated is appointed and qualified, vice Earl Ross, Philadelphia, resigned. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Northumberland County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- EDWARD G RENDELL pointed and qualified, vice Allen Dexter Kunkel, Northumberland, Governor resigned. 568 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 27, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Pike County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Helen Gassmann, Matamoras, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Philadelphia County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed MEMBER OF THE POTTER COUNTY and qualified, vice Lee Roy Harper, Philadelphia, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE PIKE COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Potter County Board of Assistance, to serve of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice William Schweigart, Genesee, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD U RENDELL District, as a member of the Pike County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Kathleen Gross, Matamoras, resigned. MEMBER OF THE POTTER COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE PIKE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Potter County Board of Assis- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice Raymond Forsythe, Coudersport, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Pike County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Joan Brink, Milford, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE POTTER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE PIKE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Potter County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice William Stavisky, Shinglehouse, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 569

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Rev. Canon C.H. Morris, Harwich, In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Christy L. Hylan, Pottsville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice John C. Phillips, Pottsville, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert J. Bozylinski, Lost Creek, resigned. MEMBER OF THE SNYDER COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country May 27, 2009 Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as a member of the Snyder County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Robert Reigle, Paxtonville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE SNYDER COUNTY qualified, vice Theodore Lachowicz, Shenandoah, deceased. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 570 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Snyder County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert M. Singer, Selinsgrove, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE SULLIVAN COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE SNYDER COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Sullivan County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice John Potuck, Dushore, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Snyder County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Ann Bergstresser, Selinsgrove, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE SOMERSET COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Susquehanna County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- and qualified, vice Carol B. Tripp, Kingsley, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Somerset County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Joseph Sarsfield, Somerset, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE SOMERSET COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Susquehanna County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- and qualified, vice Nancy Ross, Uniondale, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Somerset County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G RENDELL serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Pamela L. Ream, Somerset, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 571

MEMBER OF THE TIOGA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor'of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 27, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Union County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Catherine Ernst, Lewisburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Tioga County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- MEMBER OF THE VENANGO COUNTY fied, vice Bertha Janeski, Wellsboro, deceased. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE TIOGA COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Venango County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Evelyn McLaughlin, Oil City, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Tioga County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Virginia Serine, Mansfield, resigned. MEMBER OF THE WARREN COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE UNION COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Warren County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Nancy Cashman, Warren, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G. RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Union County Board of Assis- Governor tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice W. Earl Dieffenderfer, Lewisburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE UNION COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Washington County Board of Assistance, To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Frank Burkus, Millsboro, deceased. 572 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE WAYNE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia. 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Wayne County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Donn T. Shepard, Honesdale, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Washington County Board of Governor Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Arthur M. Wilson, Amity, resigned. MEMBER OF THE WESTMORELAND COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE WAYNE COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated March 9, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club May 27, 2009 Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, as a member of the Westmoreland County Board of Assistance, To the Honorable, the Senate to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: and qualified, vice William Ehman, Derry, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Wayne County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE WYOMING COUNTY qualified, vice John P. Garrah, Honesdale, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE WAYNE COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial May 27, 2009 District, as a member of the Wyoming County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31; 2009, and until his successor is appointed and To the Honorable, the Senate qualified, vice Agnes Ambrutis, Tunkhannock, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Governor Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Wayne County Board of Assistance, to MEMBER OF THE WYOMING COUNTY serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and BOARD OF ASSISTANCE qualified, vice Kim Butler, Lakeville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 573

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Wyoming County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Mary P. Finan, Lake Winola, resigned. MEMBER OF THE YORK COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE WYOMING COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the York County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- fied, vice Virginia Hawkins, York, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Wyoming County Board of EDWARD G. RENDELL Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor Governor is appointed and qualified, vice Stella Litwin, Tunkhannock, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA nomination on the premises. COUNCIL ON AGING EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 28, 2009

MEMBER OF THE YORK COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Council on Aging, to serve until October 8, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- vice Helen-Ann Comstock, Perkasie, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Senate, Eric Battisti, 515 nomination on the premises. Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, as a member of the York County Board of Assis- EDWARD G. RENDELL tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is ap- Governor pointed and qualified, vice Mary Alt, New Freedom, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA nomination on the premises. COUNCIL ON AGING EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 28, 2009

MEMBER OF THE YORK COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside To the Honorable, the Senate Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Council on Aging, to serve until October 8, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- vice Jules Rosen, M.D., Pittsburgh, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the York County Board of Assistance, to serve EDWARD G. RENDELL until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice David Hawk, M.D., York, resigned. 574 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- COUNCIL ON AGING nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore (Voting May 28, 2009 Member), R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty- fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Appalachian States Low- To the Honorable, the Senate Level Radioactive Waste Commission, to serve at the pleasure of the of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor, vice The Honorable Kathleen Alana McGinty, Camp Hill, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Council on Aging, to serve Governor until October 8, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Martin Berger, Ardmore, deceased. MEMBER OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of PENNSYLVANIA COUNCIL ON THE ARTS nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 28, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: ALLENTOWN STATE HOSPITAL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 28, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, to serve until July 1, 2010, and until his successor is ap- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- pointed and qualified, vice Adrienne Snelling, Fogelsville, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 23, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, nomination on the premises. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Allentown State Hos- EDWARD G. RENDELL pital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until her Governor successor is appointed and qualified, vice Lecie Machell, Bethlehem, resigned. MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of OF AUCTIONEER EXAMINERS nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 28, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: OF ALLENTOWN STATE HOSPITAL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 March 5, 2009, for the appointment of Senate [sic] Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Auctioneer Ex- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: aminers, to serve for a term of three years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- period, vice new position. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Allentown State Hos- EDWARD G. RENDELL pital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until her Governor successor is appointed and qualified, vice L. Jack Bradt, Easton, re- signed. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of CONTROLLER, LANCASTER nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE APPALACHIAN STATES LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE COMMISSION In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as Controller, in and for the County of Lancaster, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 575 serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Dennis Stuckey, MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA elected as County Commissioner. ENERGY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: CONTROLLER, LUZERNE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall •my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Author- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: ity, to serve until April 8, 2012, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice James M. Seif, Blue Bell, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as Controller, in and for the County of Luzerne, to serve until Governor the first Monday of January 2010, vice Maryanne Petrilla, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL nomination on the premises. HEARING BOARD EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 28, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DRUG, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: DEVICE AND COSMETIC BOARD In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Environmental Hearing Board, to serve for of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: a term of six years, or until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Michael Krancer, Esquire, Bryn Mawr, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. March 4, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, EDWARD c RENDELL as a member of the Pennsylvania Drug, Device and Cosmetic Board, to Governor serve until October 30, 2011, or until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Colena Johnson-Kemp, Ambler, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of OF HAMBURG CENTER nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- ENERGY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Hamburg Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until his successor is To the Honorable, the Senate appointed and qualified, vice John Bastek, Reading, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G RENDELL February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Governor Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Author- MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ity, to serve until April 8, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Tyrone J. Christy, Renfew, resigned. HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM COMMISSION I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 576 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G. RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Historical and Governor Museum Commission, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Janosov, Nanticoke, deceased. MEMBER OF THE MUNICIPAL POLICE OFFICERS' I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMISSION nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE INDUSTRIAL BOARD In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- To the Honorable, the Senate rial District, as a member of the Municipal Police Officers' Education of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: and Training Commission, to serve until April 17, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Richard Hadley, Cranberry In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Township, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Industrial Board, to serve until the third EDWARD G. RENDELL Tuesday of January 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice Joseph Steward, Philadelphia, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATORS EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 28, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate JUDGE, COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: JUNIATA/PERRY COUNTIES In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 28, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Administrators, to serve for a term of four years or until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- period, vice I. William Goldfarb, Pittsburgh, whose term expired. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory E. Dunlap, Esquire, nomination on the premises. 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Juniata/Perry EDWARD G. RENDELL Counties, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice The Governor Honorable C. Joseph Rehkamp, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EDUCATION AND LICENSURE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 28, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate JUDGE, COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: McKEAN COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 28, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman (Public Mem- ber), 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia To the Honorable, the Senate County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure, to serve for a term of three years and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Ar- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- thur McVitty, Hilton Head Island, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory E. Dunlap, Esquire, nomination on the premises. 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, McKean County, EDWARD G. RENDELL to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice The Honorable Governor John M. Cleland, appointed to Superior Court. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 577

PHYSICIAN GENERAL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Public Television Network Commission, to serve until for a term of six years or until his successor May 28, 2009 is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Jayne Adair-Cox, Pittsburgh, whose term expired. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as Physician General, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC vice The Honorable Robert Muscalus, Harrisburg, resigned. TELEVISION NETWORK COMMISSION I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE STATE PLANNING BOARD nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 28, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Public Television Network To the Honorable, the Senate Commission, to serve until August 17, 2014, or until her successor is of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Pamela Varkony, Allentown, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- EDWARD G. RENDELL rial District, as a member of the State Planning Board, to serve for a Governor term of four years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Wendell Pritchett, Philadelphia, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of REGISTER OF WILLS AND RECORDER nomination on the premises. OF DEEDS, SNYDER COUNTY

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 28, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: PROTHONOTARY & CLERK OF COURTS, INDIANA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 28, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as Register of Wills and Recorder of Deeds, in and for the of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: County of Snyder, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Harvey J. Kreamer, Jr., resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- EDWARD G. RENDELL rial District, as Prothonotary & Clerk of Courts, in and for the County Governor of Indiana, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Linda Moore Mack, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of SHERIFF, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- TELEVISION NETWORK COMMISSION nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby May 28, 2009 Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as Sheriff, in and for the County of Schuylkill, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Francis V. McAndrew, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby 578 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- THADDEUS STEVENS COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 May 28, 2009 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Torrance To the Honorable, the Senate State Hospital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Rev. Dr. Roger Petersen, Blairsville, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Thaddeus Stevens Governor College of Technology, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Stephen MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE L. Ralston, Coatesville, resigned. MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF TORRANCE STATE HOSPITAL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- To the Honorable, the Senate rial District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- beyond that period, vice James Kelly, Telford, whose term expired. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial r EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Tor ance State Hospi- Governor tal, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until his suc- cessor is appointed and qualified, vice Josephine Dunmire, Apollo, resigned. MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 28, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: OF TORRANCE STATE HOSPITAL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn (Public Member), 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufac- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: turers, Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- months beyond that period, vice Gus Pedicone, Philadelphia, whose nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated term expired. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Torrance State Hospi- tal, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until her suc- EDWARD G. RENDELL cessor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Seabol, Latrobe, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE EDWARD G. RENDELL MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS Governor May 28, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF TORRANCE STATE HOSPITAL To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 28, 2009 I In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- To the Honorable, the Senate nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 579

February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western Youth District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and until her and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Loretta Hogans, successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months New Castle, resigned. beyond that period, vice Edward Cernic, Jr., Johnstown, whose term I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of expired. nomination on the premises. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS May 28, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate May 28, 2009 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

To the Honorable, the Senate In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western Youth February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice The Honorable Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufac- Gerald J. LaValle, Rochester, resigned. turers, Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six nomination on the premises. months beyond that period, vice Jay Zimmerman, Mechanicsburg, whose term expired. EDWARD G. RENDELL I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Governor nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE Governor WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS May 28, 2009 MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 28, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Youth Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Thomas February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Fee, New Castle, resigned. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, nomination on the premises. Dealers and Salespersons, to serve until October 23, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months EDWARD G RENDELL beyond that period, vice Sharon Guise, Dover, resigned. , Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE EDWARD G RENDELL WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS Governor May 28, 2009

MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE To the Honorable, the Senate WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 28, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western Youth Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Joseph Fragle, nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Sharon, resigned. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby 580 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD Cx RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Butler, Magisterial District 50-3-04, to serve until the first Monday of January MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE 2010, vice Kelly T.D. Streib, elected to Court of Common Pleas. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Alle- gheny, Magisterial District 05-2-40, to serve until the first Monday of To the Honorable, the Senate January 2010, vice Cathleen Cawood Bubash, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Governor Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Chester, Magisterial District 15-4-04, to serve until the first Monday MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE of January 2010, vice Thomas E. Martin, Jr., resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises.

To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Alle- gheny, Magisterial District 05-3-09, to serve until the first Monday of To the Honorable, the Senate January 2010, vice Armand Martin, deceased. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Governor Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Dau- phin, Magisterial District 12-3-05, to serve until the first Monday of MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE January 2010, vice Roy C. Bridges, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises. EDWARD G RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 28, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Beaver, To the Honorable, the Senate Magisterial District 36-1-01, to serve until the first Monday of January of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2010, vice Harry E. Knafelc, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country EDWARD G. RENDELL Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- Governor rial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Delaware, Magisterial District 32-1-31, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Gregory M. Mallon, elected to Court of Common MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Pleas. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 581

MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Venango, Magisterial District 28-3-03, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Robert L. Boyer, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Fayette, Magisterial District 14-1-01, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Ronald K. Machesky, deceased. May 28, 2009 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Wash- May 28, 2009 ington, Magisterial District 27-1-01, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice J. Albert Spence, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Franklin, Magisterial District 39-3-03, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Richard L. Alloway II, resigned. May 28, 2009 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Wayne, May 28, 2009 Magisterial District 22-3-02, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Bonnie P. Lewis, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Lehigh, Magisterial District 31-1-03, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Michele A. Varricchio, elected to Court of Common Pleas. May 28, 2009 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County May 28, 2009 of Westmoreland, Magisterial District 10-2-02, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Bernice A. McCutcheon, resigned. r To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the retu n to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor 582 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE HOUSE BILLS FOR CONCURRENCE

May 28, 2009 The Clerk of the House of Representatives presented to the Senate the following bills for concurrence, which were referred To the Honorable, the Senate to the committees indicated: of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: y In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Ma 11, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby HB 74 -- Committee on Law and Justice. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial HB 240 -- Committee on Education. District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of York, Magisterial District 19-2-01, to serve until the first Monday of January HB 400 and 926 -- Committee on Labor and Industry. 2010, vice Harold Kessler, resigned. HB 588 -- Committee on Community, Economic and Recre- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of ational Development. nomination on the premises. HB 621 -- Committee on State Government.

EDWARD G. RENDELL y Governor Ma 12, 2009

MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE HB 90, 105, 106, 107 and 209 -- Committee on Judiciary. HB 951 and HB 1288 -- Committee on Local Government. May 28, 2009 HB 1123 -- Committee on Labor and Industry.

To the Honorable, the Senate May 27, 2009 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: HB 916 and 1041 -- Committee on Consumer Protection and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Professional Licensure. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, HB 1287 and 1289 -- Committee on Local Government. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial HB 1392 -- Committee on State Government. District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of York, Magisterial District 19-3-01, to serve until the first Monday of January BILLS INTRODUCED AND REFERRED 2010, vice Douglas F. Meisenhelter, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following Senate nomination on the premises. Bills numbered, entitled, and referred as follows, which were EDWARD G RENDELL read by the Clerk: Governor May 7, 2009 MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA SCHOOL REFORM COMMISSION Senators MELLOW, HUGHES, STOUT, MUSTO, FARNESE, O'PAKE, COSTA, BAKER, GREENLEAF, May 29, 2009 WAUGH, FONTANA, LEACH, WASHINGTON, LOGAN, TOMLINSON, BOSCOLA, VANCE, BROWNE, PIPPY, To the Honorable, the Senate STACK, KASUNIC, FERLO, D. WHITE, WOZNIAK and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: ORIE presented to the Chair SB 845, entitled: An Act providing for the exclusion of veterans disability benefits In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- as eligible income. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated March 30, 2009, for the appointment of Heidi A. Ramirez, PhD., 1010 Clinton Street, Apt. 1F, Philadelphia 19107, Philadelphia County, First Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, May Senatorial District, as a member of the Philadelphia School Reform 7, 2009. Commission, to serve until January 18, 2014, and until her successor is appointed and qualified. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Senators RAFFERTY, ERICKSON, WASHINGTON, nomination on the premises. WAUGH, LOGAN, FARNESE and YAW presented to the Chair SB 849, entitled: EDWARD G. RENDELL An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Governor Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in minors, providing for the offense of selling or furnishing liquor or malt or brewed beverages to HOUSE MESSAGES minors resulting in injury or death.

HOUSE CONCURS IN SENATE BILL Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, May 7, 2009. The Clerk of the House of Representatives returned to the Senate SB 189, with the information the House has passed the same without amendments. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 583

y Ma 11, 2009 Senators FARNESE, FOLMER, RAFFERTY, FONTANA, ORIE and WAUGH presented to the Chair SB 858, entitled: Senator ARGALL presented to the Chair SB 852, entitled: An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania An Act authorizing and directing the Department of General Consolidated Statutes, providing for additional public meeting Services, with the approval of the Governor and the Department of procedures. Military and Veterans' Affairs, to grant and convey to the Schuylkill YMCA certain lands and building situate in the Borough of Pottsville, Which was committed to the Committee on COMMUNITY, Schuylkill County. ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, May 11, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOV- ERNMENT, May 11, 2009. Senators BROWNE, BOSCOLA, STACK, ALLOWAY, MUSTO, O'PAKE, COSTA, WOZNIAK, FERLO, Senators ORIE, RAFFERTY, ALLOWAY, WARD, WASHINGTON, RAFFERTY, TARTAGLIONE and ERICKSON, WAUGH, FOLMER, BAKER, KASUNIC, PIPPY, WONDERLING presented to the Chair SB 859, entitled: VOGEL, BROWNE, EARLL, D. WHITE, WOZNIAK and An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania SCARNATI presented to the Chair SB 853, entitled: Consolidated Statutes, changing the name of the Department of Military An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the and Veterans Affairs; further providing for the State Veterans' Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; Commission and the Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs; and providing for mandatory determination and reporting of citizenship establishing the Department of Veterans Affairs, the bureaus within the and immigration status. department and the State Veterans Commission; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Veterans Affairs and its Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, bureaus; and making conforming amendments and editorial changes. May 11, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, May 11, Senators BROWNE, RAFFERTY, BOSCOLA, ORIE and 2009. WONDERLING presented to the Chair SB 854, entitled: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for award of Senators EARLL, LEACH, M. WHITE, FOLMER, custody, partial custody or visitation. PICCOLA, ERICKSON, FERLO and RAFFERTY presented to the Chair SB 860, entitled: Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the May 11, 2009. Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing and adding provisions relating to selection of justices and judges. Senators FARNESE, HUGHES, FONTANA, FOLMER, Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, ORIE, STOUT, ALLOWAY, WASHINGTON, RAFFERTY, May 11, 2009. O'PAKE, WONDERLING, EARLL, BOSCOLA, BROWNE, WILLIAMS and WARD presented to the Chair SB 855, entitled: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Senators EARLL, LEACH, M. WHITE, FOLMER, Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for nonmedical PICCOLA, ERICKSON, FERLO and RAFFERTY presented to good Samaritan civil immunity. the Chair SB 861, entitled: An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Appellate Court Nominating Commission. May 11, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, Senators FARNESE, WASHINGTON, HUGHES, May 11, 2009. WILLIAMS, MUSTO, LOGAN, ALLOWAY, COSTA and STACK presented to the Chair SB 856, entitled: Senator CORMAN presented to the Chair SB 862, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing, in funding for approval of the Governor, authorizing certain lands in Centre County to public libraries, for State aid for 2009-2010. be conveyed.

Which was committed to the Committee on EDUCATION, Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOV- May 11, 2009. ERNMENT, May 11, 2009.

Senators FARNESE, FOLMER, RAFFERTY, FONTANA, Senators COSTA, RAFFERTY, GREENLEAF, ORIE and WAUGH presented to the Chair SB 857, entitled: TARTAGLIONE, FONTANA, PIPPY, FARNESE, GORDNER, An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania KASUNIC, KITCHEN and DINNIMAN presented to the Chair Consolidated Statutes, providing for additional public input hearings. SB 863, entitled: An Act providing for gaming integrity; and imposing penalties. Which was committed to the Committee on COMMUNITY, Which was committed to the Committee on COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, May ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, May 11, 2009. 11, 2009. 584 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

Senators LEACH, FONTANA, HUGHES, COSTA, An Act providing for grants to persons for property damaged or FARNESE, BOSCOLA and McILHINNEY presented to the destroyed by disasters; establishing the basis for the grants; and making Chair SB 865, entitled: an appropriation. An Act amending the act of November 29, 2004 (P.L.1376, Which was committed to the Committee on VETERANS No.178), known as the Alternative Fuels Incentive Act, further providing for definitions. AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, May 27, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on ENVIRONMEN- TAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, May 11, 2009. Senators KASUNIC, ALLOWAY, BOSCOLA, FARNESE, FONTANA, KITCHEN, LEACH, LOGAN, MUSTO, Senators LEACH, FONTANA, HUGHES, COSTA, RAFFERTY, STACK, TARTAGLIONE, WASHINGTON and FARNESE, BOSCOLA, McILHINNEY and WONDERLING D. WHITE presented to the Chair SB 703, entitled: presented to the Chair SB 866, entitled: An Act amending the act of July 5, 1984 (P.L.587, No.119), known as the Rail Freight Preservation and Improvement Act, further providing An Act amending the act of November 29, 2004 (P.L.1376, for the Rail Freight Advisory Committee. No.178), known as the Alternative Fuels Incentive Act, providing for algae-based fuel production and zoning ordinances. Which was committed to the Committee on TRANSPORTA- TION, May 27, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on ENVIRONMEN- TAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, May 11, 2009. Senators KASUNIC, BOSCOLA, FARNESE, FONTANA, HUGHES, KITCHEN, LOGAN, MUSTO, STOUT, Senators VANCE, FONTANA, ERICKSON, HUGHES, WASHINGTON and WILLIAMS presented to the Chair SB 704, WONDERLING, KITCHEN, LEACH, ALLOWAY, entitled: BOSCOLA, BROWNE, FARNESE, GORDNER, KASUNIC, An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), OPAKE, RAFFERTY, ROBBINS, STOUT, TOMLINSON, known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Office of WASHINGTON, WAUGH, WILLIAMS' and GREENLEAF Health Maintenance Organization Consumer Advocate as an presented to the Chair SB 867, entitled: independent office within the Office of Attorney General and prescribing its powers and duties. An Act establishing the Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Prevention Fund; and providing for the deposit of a portion of the liquor Which was committed to the Committee on BANKING AND tax into the fund and for use of fund. INSURANCE, May 27, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on PUBLIC Senators KASUNIC, EARLL, ERICKSON,- FARNESE, HEALTH AND WELFARE, May 11, 2009. FONTANA, GREENLEAF, HUGHES, KITCHEN, LOGAN, MUSTO, STACK, STOUT, TARTAGLIONE and May 12, 2009 WASHINGTON presented to the Chair SB 705, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known Senators LEACH, HUGHES and KASUNIC presented to the as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for joint tenancy. Chair SB 864, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, May as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a plastic bag tax. 27, 2009.

Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, May Senators KASUNIC, COSTA, FONTANA, KITCHEN, 12, 2009. LOGAN, STOUT, TARTAGLIONE and WASHINGTON presented to the Chair SB 706, entitled: May 27, 2009 An Act amending the act of May 15, 1939 (P.L.134, No.65), referred to as the Fireworks Law, further imposing restrictions on Senators BROWNE, PILEGGI, ORIE, BAKER, FOLMER, displays of fireworks. EARLL, ERICKSON, BRUBAKER, TOMLINSON, VANCE, Which was committed to the Committee on CONSUMER PIPPY, SMUCKER, WOZNIAK, ROBBINS, CORMAN, PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, May 27, WAUGH, GORDNER, M. WHITE and EICHELBERGER 2009. presented to the Chair SB 1, entitled: An Act establishing the Legislative Fiscal Office and providing for its powers and duties; and making a related repeal. Senators KASUNIC, COSTA, FARNESE, FONTANA, KITCHEN, LOGAN, MELLOW, MUSTO, RAFFERTY, Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, May STOUT, TARTAGLIONE, WASHINGTON, D. WHITE and 27, 2009. WILLIAMS presented to the Chair SB 708, entitled: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Senators KASUNIC, BROWNE, COSTA, FARNESE, dissemination of criminal history record information, further providing FONTANA, GREENLEAF, HUGHES, KITCHEN, LOGAN, for general regulations; and in child protective services, further MELLOW, MUSTO, RAFFERTY, STOUT, TARTAGLIONE, providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel. WASHINGTON and WILLIAMS presented to the Chair SB 702, entitled: Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, May 27, 2009. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 585

Senators KASUNIC, COSTA, FARNESE, FONTANA, Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, GREENLEAF, HUGHES, KITCHEN, LOGAN, MELLOW, May 27, 2009. MUSTO, RAFFERTY, STOUT, TARTAGLIONE, WASHINGTON, D. WHITE and WILLIAMS presented to the Senators BAKER, WASHINGTON, WILLIAMS, VANCE, Chair SB 709, entitled: D. WHITE, ALLOWAY, MUSTO, ARGALL, LEACH and An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the GORDNER presented to the Chair SB 874, entitled: Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for fees for An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known background checks. as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for disqualification and forfeiture of benefits. Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, May 27, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, May 27, 2009. Senators BOSCOLA, O'PAKE, FONTANA, HUGHES, WASHINGTON, KITCHEN and GREENLEAF presented to the Senators YAW, WARD, FONTANA, WONDERLING, Chair SB 868, entitled: FOLMER, WOZNIAK and ALLOWAY presented to the Chair An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania SB 877, entitled: Consolidated Statutes, providing for the definition of "overall rate" and An Act selecting, designating and adopting the timber rattlesnake for rate phase-in plans. as the official reptile of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Which was committed to the Committee on CONSUMER Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOV- PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, May 27, ERNMENT, May 27, 2009. 2009. Senator MUSTO presented to the Chair SB 878, entitled: Senators BOSCOLA, WASHINGTON, TARTAGLIONE, An Act authorizing and directing the Department of Transportation, FONTANA, RAFFERTY, ALLOWAY, WAUGH, KASUNIC, with the approval of the Governor, to convey to Wilkes-Barre Township FARNESE and D. WHITE presented to the Chair SB 869, a parcel of land situated in the Township of Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. entitled: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drug-free Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOV- school zones. ERNMENT, May 27, 2009.

Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, Senators WONDERLING, M. WHITE, MUSTO, May 27, 2009. ERICKSON, ORIE, ROBBINS, FONTANA, KASUNIC, BOSCOLA, GORDNER, RAFFERTY, FERLO, ALLOWAY, Senators BOSCOLA, WASHINGTON, TARTAGLIONE, TARTAGLIONE, EARLL, BRUBAKER, O'PAKE, PIPPY, FONTANA, RAFFERTY, ALLOWAY, WAUGH, FARNESE COSTA, BROWNE and WAUGH presented to the Chair SB and D. WHITE presented to the Chair SB 870, entitled: 880, entitled: An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known An Act providing for reimbursement to developers of brownfield as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further defining "crimes sites; authorizing the Secretary of Environmental Protection to enter related to public office or public employment." into redevelopment agreements; and establishing the Brownfield Site Reimbursement Fund. Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, May 27, 2009. Which was committed to the Committee on ENVIRONMEN- TAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, May 27, 2009. Senators BOSCOLA, ERICKSON, WASHINGTON, FERLO, TARTAGLIONE, RAFFERTY, WARD and FONTANA Senators PICCOLA and DINNIMAN presented to the Chair presented to the Chair SB 871, entitled: SB 881, entitled: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania An Act providing for tuition controls on Commonwealth colleges Consolidated Statutes, providing for whistle post signage. and universities and for duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and making a related repeal. Which was committed to the Committee on CONSUMER Which was committed to the Committee on EDUCATION, PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, May 27, May 27, 2009. 2009.

Senators RAFFERTY and DINNIMAN presented to the Chair Senators BAKER, WASHINGTON, WILLIAMS, VANCE, SB 882, entitled: D. WHITE, ALLOWAY, MUSTO, ARGALL, LEACH, An Act amending the act of August 24, 1963 (P.L.1175, No.497), GORDNER and FARNESE presented to the Chair SB 873, known as the Mechanics' Lien Law of 1963, further providing for the entitled: right to lien by a subcontractor. An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for right to Which was committed to the Committee on LABOR AND counsel. INDUSTRY, May 27, 2009. 586 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

Senators WAUGH, ALLOWAY, BRUBAKER, COSTA, An Act designating a portion of Route 8 in the Borough of Etna, EARLL, ERICKSON, FARNESE, FONTANA, GREENLEAF, Allegheny County, as the Chief Warrant Officer Michael J. Novosel LOGAN, MUSTO, ORIE, RAFFERTY, STACK, Memorial Highway; and making a related repeal. TARTAGLIONE, TOMLINSON, WARD, WASHINGTON, M. WHITE, WILLIAMS, WONDERLING and YAW presented to Which was committed to the Committee on TRANSPORTA- TION, May 27, 2009. the Chair SB 883, entitled: An Act providing for the establishment and operation of the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Officer Alert System; and imposing Senators GREENLEAF, WASHINGTON, COSTA, powers and duties on the Pennsylvania State Police and the Department BOSCOLA and WONDERLING presented to the Chair SB 889, of Transportation. entitled: An Act selecting, designating and adopting the phrase "Ubi libertas Which was committed to the Committee on LAW AND JUS- vivit, hic patria mihi" as the official Latin motto of the Commonwealth TICE, May 27, 2009. of Pennsylvania.

Senators WAUGH, ALLOWAY, BOSCOLA, BROWNE, Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOV- BRUBAKER, ERICKSON, MUSTO, O'PAKE, RAFFERTY, ERNMENT, May 27, 2009. ROBBINS, WASHINGTON and YAW presented to the Chair SB 884, entitled: Senators M. WHITE, DINNIMAN, BAKER, PIPPY, FERLO, An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known WASHINGTON, McILHINNEY, O'PAKE, BROWNE, YAW, as the Agricultural Area Security Law, providing for proceeds from MELLOW, EARLL, BOSCOLA, WARD, FARNESE, STOUT, sales by the Department of Agriculture and for grants for agricultural VANCE, FONTANA, KITCHEN, LEACH, TARTAGLIONE land conservation assistance; and making a related repeal. and STACK presented to the Chair SB 890, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), Which was committed to the Committee on AGRICULTURE known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for disclosure of AND RURAL AFFAIRS, May 27, 2009. secondary school athletics equity.

Senators WAUGH and WASHINGTON presented to the Which was committed to the Committee on EDUCATION, Chair SB 885, entitled: May 27, 2009. An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for control of public travel on Senators STACK, FONTANA, KITCHEN and ORIE private property by owner. presented to the Chair SB 891, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 14, 1919 (P.L.18, No.9), Which was committed to the Committee on TRANSPORTA- entitled An act conferring upon judge advocates of the United States TION, May 27, 2009. Army the powers of notaries public, declaring the effect thereof; validating notarial acts heretofore performed by judge advocates, and declaring the effect thereof," providing for applicability, fees, signature Senators MUSTO, COSTA, GORDNER, McILHINNEY, and title as prima facia evidence and for definitions. HUGHES, TARTAGLIONE, ERICKSON, LEACH, FONTANA, FARNESE, MELLOW, STOUT, BOSCOLA, Which was committed to the Committee on VETERANS WILLIAMS, O'PAKE and WASHINGTON presented to the AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, May 27, Chair SB 886, entitled: 2009. An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, in recycling fee, further providing for recycling fee for Senators BROWNE, PILEGGI, ORIE, BAKER, FOLMER, municipal waste landfills and resource recovery facilities. EARLL, ERICKSON, BRUBAKER, TOMLINSON, VANCE, PIPPY, SMUCKER, WOZNIAK, GORDNER, ROBBINS, Which was committed to the Committee on ENVIRONMEN- WAUGH, M. WHITE and EICHELBERGER presented to the TAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, May 27, 2009. Chair SB 892, entitled: An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), Senators COSTA, MUSTO, GORDNER, McILHINNEY, known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for program evaluation. HUGHES, TARTAGLIONE, VANCE, LEACH, FONTANA, FARNESE, STOUT and BOSCOLA presented to the Chair SB Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, May 887, entitled: 27, 2009. An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, further providing for powers and duties of counties. May 28, 2009

Which was committed to the Committee on ENVIRONMEN- Senators McILHINNEY, ALLOWAY, BOSCOLA and TAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, May 27, 2009. PIPPY presented to the Chair SB 879, entitled: An Act amending the act of December 21, 1988 (P.L.1881, Senators ORIE, PIPPY, RAFFERTY, STACK, FONTANA, No.184), entitled "An act providing for agreements between sales representatives and their principals," further providing for definitions, COSTA, FERLO, YAW, GREENLEAF, STOUT, HUGHES, for noncompliance and for applicability. ALLOWAY, SCARNATI, O'PAKE, DINNIMAN, WARD and M. WHITE presented to the Chair SB 888, entitled: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 587

Which was committed to the Committee on LABOR AND Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOV- INDUSTRY, May 28, 2009. ERNMENT, May 28, 2009.

Senators BROWNE, M. WHITE, RAFFERTY, LOGAN, Senators WONDERLING, COSTA, PILEGGI, ALLOWAY, ORIE, FONTANA, PILEGGI, WAUGH, WASHINGTON, GORDNER, FARNESE, STACK, PIPPY, KASUNIC, VANCE, KASUNIC, FOLMER, ALLOWAY, WONDERLING, WASHINGTON, FONTANA, ERICKSON, BAKER, HUGHES, BOSCOLA, BAKER, COSTA, EARLL and STACK presented WILLIAMS, STOUT, TARTAGLIONE, KITCHEN, LOGAN, to the Chair SB 894, entitled: DINNIMAN, BROWNE and BRUBAKER presented to the An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Chair SR 128, entitled: Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and A Resolution establishing a select committee on Pennsylvania's duties of commission. Young Future to make a thorough review of research and to receive testimony in the areas of work force development, economic Which was committed to the Committee on LAW AND JUS- development, standard of living and higher education, pertaining to TICE, May 28, 2009. persons who are 18 to 34 years of age, to provide the Senate with recommendations on a vision for the future and to promote participation among these citizens. Senators BROWNE, M. WHITE, RAFFERTY, WARD, BOSCOLA, WAUGH, YAW, O'PAKE, BRUBAKER, PIPPY, Which was committed to the Committee on COMMUNITY, WONDERLING, D. WHITE, ALLOWAY and FOLMER ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, May presented to the Chair SB 895, entitled: 28, 2009. An Act designating the Pennsylvania Rifle as the official firearm of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. GENERAL COMMUNICATIONS Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOV- ERNMENT, May 28, 2009. ANNUAL REPORT OF THE FARMLAND PRESERVATION PROGRAM May 29, 2009 The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- Senator PICCOLA presented to the Chair SB 893, entitled: munication, which was read by the Clerk as follows: An Act amending the act of June 14, 1961 (P.L.324, No.188), known as The Library Code, further providing for waiver of standards; COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA and providing for State aid for fiscal year 2009-2010. Department of Agriculture 2301 North Cameron St. Which was committed to the Committee on EDUCATION, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9408 May 29, 2009. May 1, 2009

RESOLUTIONS INTRODUCED AND REFERRED Russell W. Faber [sic] Chief Clerk The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following Senate Senate of Pennsylvania Resolutions numbered, entitled, and referred as follows, which Room 89 East Wing were read by the Clerk: Capitol Building Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17120 y Ma 27, 2009 Dear Mr. Faber:

Senators BOSCOLA, PILEGGI, TARTAGLIONE, The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is pleased to submit FONTANA, HUGHES, MUSTO and PIPPY presented to the to the General Assembly an annual report for the period January 1, 2008, through December 31, 2008, in accordance with Section 14.4 of Chair SR 89, entitled: Act 149 of 1988 (the Agricultural Area Security Law). A Resolution encouraging public and nonpublic schools to instruct In the 21 years since the authorizing legislation became effective, the students of this Commonwealth on the need for and rewards of Pennsylvania's Farmland Preservation Program has permanently pre- blood donation and volunteering in local blood donation programs. served over 407,000 acres of farmland. Act 149 provides for permanent preservation of agricultural land through the purchase of conservation Which was committed to the Committee on EDUCATION, easements from qualifying farmers. The Pennsylvania program is first in the nation in the number of acres preserved and is continuing to pre- May 27, 2009. serve farmland at a rate greater than any other state. Should you have any questions about the data supplied in this re- May 28, 2009 port or require additional information, please contact my office.

Sincerely, Senators WILLIAMS, WASHINGTON, MUSTO, FARNESE, WONDERLING and O'PAKE presented to the Chair DENNIS C. WOLFF SR 127, entitled: Secretary A Resolution urging the Commonwealth and all of its departments, agencies, boards and commissions to procure and utilize, where The PRESIDENT. This report will be filed in the Library. possible, Pennsylvania remanufactured automobile parts and equipment to perform their designated functions. 588 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

AUDITOR GENERAL'S CERTIFICATE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY University Counsel The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- 300 Sullivan Hall 1330 W. Berks Street munication, which was read by the Clerk as follows: Philadelphia, PA 19122-6087

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA May 28, 2009 Office of the Auditor General 229 Finance Building VIA OVERNIGHT MAIL TO ALL RECIPIENTS Harrisburg, PA 17120-0018 Governor Edward G. Rendell 225 Main Capitol Building May 22, 2009 Harrisburg, PA 17120

The Honorable Joseph B. Scarnati III Bureau of State Library of PA Pennsylvania State Auditor General Lieutenant Governor 333 Market Street 229 Finance Building COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA Harrisburg, PA 17126-1745 Harrisburg, PA 17120 292 Main Capitol Building Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17120 Mr. Russell Faber Mr. Roger Nick Chief Clerk of the Senate Chief Clerk Dear Governor Scarnati: Senate Box 203052 House of Representatives Harrisburg, PA 17120-3052 129 Main Capitol Building In accordance with the provisions of Article VIII, Section 7(a)(4) Harrisburg, PA 17120-2020 of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Section 304 of the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act (Act 1 of 1999, as Re: Temple University Filings Pursuant to Chapter 15 of amended), I am providing you with the accompanying certification in Act 3 of 2008 (Right-to-Know Law) connection with the general obligation bond sale of May 19, 2009. A duplicate original of the Auditor General's Certificate is en- Gentlemen and Ladies: closed. Enclosed for filing in accordance with Chapter 15 of Act 3 of 2008 Sincerely, are the following: 1. A copy of the IRS Form 990 and schedules (except for Schedule JACK WAGNER B listing contributions) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2008. Auditor General 2. The salaries of officers and directors of Temple University for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2008, are reported in the IRS Form 990. 3. A list of the 25 highest paid employees of Temple University, AUDITOR GENERAL'S CERTIFICATE other than officers and directors, for the fiscal year ending June 30, Pursuant to 2008. ARTICLE VIII, Section 7(a)(4) Copies of these enclosures will be placed on Temple University's of the "Public Information" webpage on May 30, 2009. That webpage may be CONSTITUTION OF PENNSYLVANIA accessed directly at http://www.temple.edu . Copies also will be placed and in the University's main library, Paley Library. Section 304 of the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act Please let me know if we can be of any further assistance.

To the Governor and The General Assembly: Very truly yours, I, Jack Wagner, Auditor General of the Commonwealth of Pennsyl- GEORGE E. MOORE vania, pursuant to Article VIII, Section 7(a)(4) of the Constitution of the Senior Vice President, University Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Section 304 of the Capital Facili- Counsel &Secretary to the Board of ties Debt Enabling Act (Act 1 of 1999, as amended) certify as follows: Trustees

The amount of the outstanding net debt The PRESIDENT. This report will be filed in the Library. asof June 2, 2009 ...... $ 7,236,451,628 REPORT PURSUANT TO ACT 3 OF 2008 The difference between the limitation upon all net debt outstanding as provided PENN STATE in Article VIII, Section 7(a)(4) of the Constitution of the Commonwealth The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- of Pennsylvania and the amount of outstanding net debt as of munication, which was read by the Clerk as follows: June2, 2009 ...... $47,168,101,393 The Pennsylvania State University IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereto set my hand and af- 208 Old Main fixed the seal of the Auditor General, this 22nd day of May 2009. University Park, PA 16802-1503 JACK WAGNER May 29, 2009 Auditor General Commonwealth of Pennsylvania The Honorable Joseph Scarnati President Pro Tempore REPORT PURSUANT TO ACT 3 OF 2008 292 Main Capitol Building Harrisburg, PA 17120 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY Dear Senator Scarnati:

The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- In compliance with the Right to Know legislation, Penn State has munication, which was read by the Clerk as follows: filed the enclosed report with the appropriate parties. I have attached a 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 589 copy of the filing for your information. Please feel free to contact my Mr. Jay P. Niskey as a member of the Small Business Compli- office if you have questions or would like to discuss. ance Advisory Committee. Sincerely, BILL SIGNED ALBERT G. HORVATH Vice President for Finance The PRESIDENT (Lieutenant Governor Joseph B. Scarnati & Business III) in the presence of the Senate signed the following bill:

The PRESIDENT. This report will be filed in the Library. SB 189.

REPORT PURSUANT TO ACT 3 OF 2008 BILLS REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH Senator CORMAN, from the Committee on Appropriations, reported the following bills: The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- munication, which was read by the Clerk as follows: SB 112 (Pr. No. 1069) (Amended) (Rereported)

University of Pittsburgh An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and Office of Budget & Controller codifying Title 61 (Penal and Correctional Institutions) of the Pennsyl- 1817 Cathedral of Learning vania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for adoption of guide- Pittsburgh, PA 15260 lines for resentencing, for adoption of guidelines for parole and for adoption of recommitment ranges following revocation of parole by May 29, 2009 board; providing for temporary release from county correctional institu- tions; further providing for Sentence of total confinement; providing for Mr. W. Russell Faber, Chief Clerk parole without board supervision, for judicial power to release inmates Senate of Pennsylvania and for transfers of inmates in need of medical treatment; further pro- Senate Box 203052 viding for State intermediate punishment; providing for other criminal 89E Capitol East Wing provisions; amending the heading of Title 61; adding definitions, provi- Harrisburg, PA 17120-3052 sions relating to general administration of correctional institutions, State correctional institutions, county correctional institutions, house of de- Dear Mr. Faber: tention for untried inmates and witnesses, inmate labor, medical ser- vices, visitation, inmate prerelease plans, motivational boot camp, exe- As required by the Right-to-Know legislation, please find enclosed cution procedure and method, recidivism risk reduction incentive, mis- the University of Pittsburgh's federal Form 990 and the 25 highest paid cellaneous matters relating thereto, probation and parole generally, the University of Pittsburgh employees for the year-ended June 30, 2008. Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, County Probation and If you should require additional information, please do not hesitate Parole Officers Firearm Education and Training, and correctional insti- to contact my office at 412-624-6576. tution interstate compacts; and making conforming amendments, edito- rial changes and repeals relating to codification. Yours truly, SB 138 (Pr. No. 1070) (Amended) (Rereported) ARTHUR G. RAMICONE Vice Chancellor An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consol- idated Statutes, establishing an Automotive Fuel Testing and Disclosure The PRESIDENT. This report will be filed in the Library Program.

APPOINTMENTS BY THE SB 240 (Pr. No. 1071) (Amended) (Rereported) PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE An Act amending Titles 35 (Health and Safety) and 75 (Vehicles) The PRESIDENT. The Chair wishes to announce that the of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, regulating emergency medi- President pro tempore has made the following appointments: cal services systems; providing for licensure; conferring powers and Senator Jake Corman as a member of the Legislative Data duties on the Department of Health; further defining "emergency vehi- Processing Committee. cle"; providing for penalties; providing for Emergency Medical Ser- vices Operating Fund distributions; and making a related repeal. Senator Dominic F. Pileggi as a member of the Legislative Data Processing Committee. SB 241 (Pr. No. 246) (Rereported) APPOINTMENTS BY THE MINORITY LEADER An Act amending the act of February 19, 1980 (P.L.15, No.9), The PRESIDENT. The Chair wishes to announce the Minor- known as the Real Estate Licensing and Registration Act, defining ity Leader has made the following appointments: "qualified association"; further providing for prohibited acts and for duties of licensee generally; and providing for handling of deposits and Senator Sean F. Logan as a member of the Legislative Data other escrows. Processing Committee. Senator Michael A. O'Pake as a member of the Legislative SB 287 (Pr. No. 289) (Rereported) Data Processing Committee. Mr. Nicholas Matregrano as a member of the Fire Safety Ad- An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), visory Committee. known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for reports Mr. Brian McGrath as a member of the Local Government to Department of Education and for financial reports. Advisory Committee. 590 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

SB 297 (Pr. No. 982) (Rereported) On the question, An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, Will the Senate adopt the resolution? No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for well re- porting requirements. The yeas and nays were required by Senator PILEGGI and were as follows, viz: SB 598 (Pr. No. 888) (Rereported) YEA-48 An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, Alloway Ferlo Musto Tartaglione further providing for liability for tuition and enforcement of payment Argall Folmer O'Pake Tomlinson and for cost of tuition. Baker Fontana One Vance Boscola Gordner Piccola Vogel Browne Greenleaf Pileggi Ward SB 687 (Pr. No. 890) (Rereported) Brubaker Hughes Pippy Washington Corman Kasunic Rafferty Waugh An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), Costa Kitchen Robbins White, Donald known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for facili- Dinniman Leach Scarnati White, Mary Jo ties. Eichelberger Logan Smucker Williams Erickson Mcllhinney Stack Wozniak HB 84 (Pr. No. 1955) (Amended) (Rereported) Farnese Mellow Stout Yaw

An Act establishing a system for payment or reduction in payment NAY-0 for preventable serious adverse events within this Commonwealth; developing bulletins; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare, the Department of Health and the De- A majority of the Senators having voted "aye," the question partment of State. was determined in the affirmative. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate present the same to HB 1089 (Pr. No. 1573) (Rereported) the House of Representatives for concurrence. An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident GUEST OF SENATOR LeANNA WASHINGTON insurance, providing for group health policies to continue for period of time after termination of employment or membership in health mainte- PRESENTED TO THE SENATE nance organizations. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman LEGISLATIVE LEAVES from Philadelphia, Senator Washington. Senator WASHINGTON. Mr. President, it is my pleasure to The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from present to my colleagues from southeastern Pennsylvania and to Berks, Senator O'Pake. introduce to my colleagues from around the State the Reverend Senator O'PAKE. Mr. President, I request legislative leaves Lorina Marshall-Blake, who also serves as vice president for for Senator Ferlo, Senator Fontana, and Senator Williams. government relations at Independence Blue Cross in Philadel- The PRESIDENT. Senator O'Pake requests legislative leaves phia, Pennsylvania, since 1991. for Senator Ferlo, Senator Fontana, and Senator Williams. With My good friend Reverend Blake has worked closely with city, out objection, the leaves will be granted. State, and Federal legislators, regulatory bodies, and other agen- LEAVES OF ABSENCE cies. She has previously served as vice president of government relations and urban affairs for Philadelphia Gas Works. Reverend Senator PILEGGI asked and obtained leaves of absence for Blake holds a bachelor's degree from Antioch College, a master's Senator EARLL and Senator WONDERLING, for today's Ses- in government administration from the University of Pennsylva- sion, for personal reasons. nia, and is working on her Master of Divinity. Reverend Blake serves as an associate minister at Vine Memorial Baptist Church SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION in west Philadelphia, and is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and holds more than 30 professional and civic WEEKLY RECESS organization affiliations. I ask my Senate colleagues to give Rev- Senator PILEGGI offered the following resolution, which was erend Dr. Blake a very warm Senate welcome. read as follows: The PRESIDENT. Would the Reverend please rise to be wel- comed by the Senate. In the Senate, June 1, 2009 (Applause.) RESOLVED, (the House of Representatives concurring), Pursuant GUESTS OF SENATOR KIM L. WARD to Article II, Section 14, of the Pennsylvania Constitution, that when the Regular Session of the Senate recesses this week, it reconvene on Mon- PRESENTED TO THE SENATE day, June 8, 2009, unless sooner recalled by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate; and be it further The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman RESOLVED, Pursuant to Article II, Section 14, of the Pennsylva- from Westmoreland, Senator Ward. nia Constitution, that when the Regular Session of the House of Repre- Senator WARD. Mr. President, it is with great pleasure today sentatives recesses this week, it reconvene on Monday, June 8, 2009, unless sooner recalled by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. that I welcome the Latrobe Women's Club. They are from, as you may have guessed, Latrobe, Pennsylvania, the original home 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 591 of Rolling Rock Beer, Mr. Rogers, Arnold Palmer, and of course, Rules and Executive Nominations to be held in the Rules room the Latrobe .Women's Club. This is a social organization that immediately, to be followed by a Republican caucus in the Ma- serves the community by keeping themselves updated and edu- jority Caucus Room. I expect the caucus to last approximately 1 cated on the issues. I have known many of these women for hour. years, and they are my great friends, and I am so happy to have The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from them here in Harrisburg today. So would you please join me in Lackawanna, Senator Mellow. welcoming the Latrobe Women's Club. Senator MELLOW. Mr. President, upon conclusion of the The PRESIDENT. Would the guests of Senator Ward please meeting of the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations, rise to be welcomed by the Senate. I ask our Members to meet in our caucus room at the rear of the (Applause.) Chamber. The PRESIDENT. Senator Pileggi has requested a recess of GUESTS OF SENATOR MICHAEL J. FOLMER the Senate for the purpose of a meeting of the Committee on PRESENTED TO THE SENATE Rules and Executive Nominations immediately in the Rules room, to be followed by Republican and Democratic caucuses. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from For those purposes, without objection, the Senate stands in re- Lebanon, Senator Folmer. cess. Senator FOLMER. Mr. President, I am very honored today to introduce two special guests, Bill and Michelle Zollers from AFTER RECESS Berks County. Would you please stand? Bill is a Region 7 Direc- tor for the Department of Agriculture, and his wife is a retired The PRESIDENT. The time of recess having expired, the Postmaster for the U.S. Postal Service. They are the parents of Senate will come to order. five, and they have nine grandchildren. But they have a special twist in their life story. Bill and Michelle both lost their previous CALENDAR spouses to tragedy, but God, in His grace, has brought them to- THIRD CONSIDERATION CALENDAR gether, and this June 14, they are going to celebrate their first wedding anniversary. So let us give a warm Senate welcome to BILL REREPORTED FROM COMMITTEE Bill and Michelle Zollers. AS AMENDED ON THIRD CONSIDERATION The PRESIDENT. Would the Senate please welcome Senator AND FINAL PASSAGE Folmer's guests. (Applause.) SB 6 (Pr. No. 995) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: GUESTS OF SENATOR JOHN C. RAFFERTY ON BEHALF OF SENATOR ROBERT WONDERLING An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Commission on Stimulus PRESENTED TO THE SENATE Accountability; and providing for review and monitoring of funding being disbursed or made available to the Commonwealth under the The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Montgomery, Senator Rafferty. Senator RAFFERTY. Mr. President, I have the distinct plea- Considered the third time and agreed to, sure to be able to introduce some guests of Senator Robert And the amendments made thereto having been printed as Wonderling today to the Senate of Pennsylvania. I would like to required by the Constitution, introduce Carol Reckner, along with her daughter, Christine Reckner. They are visiting today. On the question, Carol has three children and is the owner of the Souderton Shall the bill pass finally? Family Restaurant in Souderton, PA, well-known for good food and good atmosphere. And also here today are Carol's parents, The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of Don and Jackie Trevethan. They are proud parents of seven chil- the Constitution and were as follows, viz: dren, and Don is a retired teacher of the New Life Boys Ranch in Montgomery County. On behalf of Senator Wonderling, I ask YEA-48 the Senate of Pennsylvania to give its courteous traditional warm Alloway Ferlo Musto Tartaglione welcome to these fine people and constituents of Senator Argall Folmer O'Pake Tomlinson Wonderling. Baker Fontana One Vance Vogel The PRESIDENT. Would the guests of Senator Wonderling Boscola Gordner Piccola Browne Greenleaf Pileggi Ward please rise and be welcomed by the Senate. Brubaker Hughes Pippy Washington (Applause.) Corman Kasunic Rafferty Waugh Costa Kitchen Robbins White, Donald RECESS Dinniman Leach Scarnati White, Mary Jo Eichelberger Logan Smucker Williams Erickson McIlhinney Stack Wozniak The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Farnese Mellow Stout Yaw Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I request a recess of the NAY-0 Senate for the purposes of, first, a meeting of the Committee on 592 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted respect the purpose of the law, and I understand why upgraded "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. penalties are needed for the public interest and for public confi- Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate present said bill to dence. This is reform, legitimate, practical, and necessary. Senate the House of Representatives for concurrence. approval now gives hope that significant reform can become law this Session. Thank you. BILL REREPORTED FROM COMMITTEE The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from AS AMENDED OVER IN ORDER Chester, Senator Dinniman. Senator DINNIMAN. Mr. President, would Senator Smucker SB 81 -- Without objection, the bill was passed over in its submit to interrogation? order at the request of Senator PILEGGI. The PRESIDENT. He indicates he will. Senator DINNIMAN. My key question is this: If I am a public BILLS ON THIRD CONSIDERATION official and I come to a meeting and I did not know that the AND FINAL PASSAGE meeting being held was to be secret, I mean, or the solicitor had SB 101 (Pr. No. 178) -- The Senate proceeded to consider- told us to come because we were going to discuss real estate ation of the bill, entitled: matters, and all of a sudden another issue came--I mean, I under- stand punishing the person who purposely tries to avoid Sun- An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania shine, and believe me, as a minority commissioner, I can well Consolidated Statutes, further providing for a penalty. appreciate why Sunshine is important and necessary in my previ- Considered the third time and agreed to, ous elected office. But how do we protect the innocent supervi- sor or the innocent school board member who just happens to be On the question, caught up in this and then ends up with a $1,000 fine? Shall the bill pass finally? Senator SMUCKER. Mr. President, the bill specifically states that the penalty applies to an intentional violation of the law. The The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from first remedy always is to correct the actions that have been taken Lancaster, Senator Smucker. in violation. Senator SMUCKER. Mr. President, although many Pennsyl- Senator DINNIMAN. Mr. President, could the gentleman vanians are understandably focused on economic difficulties and define the word "intentional" so we have it on the record, so that tax and spending matters, they still want to see action on reform. when cases come up in the courts, we understand what "inten- This bill provides a reform step that is simple, effective, and long tional" means? Because I support the law, but I am just overdue. The penalty section is the notorious weak point in the concerned about the innocent public official who gets caught in fairly good Sunshine Law. The penalties have not changed since the middle. the current law was approved in 1986. Senator SMUCKER. Well, certainly, I suppose the word "in- Why do we need to change this? Number one, a Lancaster tentional"--the bill does not specifically define the word "inten- County grand jury, convened to review wrongdoing that arose tional." I suppose that could be done if that is not clear. from months of secret meetings, strongly recommended strength- Senator DINNIMAN. Mr. President, as I say, I will vote for ened penalties. Two, a councilman in a major city confronted it, because I understand the spirit of it, but I do hope that when with the discovery of a secret meeting responded, I do not care it gets to the House that we can clarify--that Senator Smucker about the Sunshine Law, I do not know who cares about the Sun- would work with the House as well to clarify it, so that if I am shine Law, and I am not sure whether it was broken or not. guilty, I am punished. But as you well know, supervisors do not Those are the sorts of situations that people really want us to make very much, and school board members make nothing, and respond to and remedy. we do not want to scare people away from elected office. So I Insufficient penalties undermine the public interest in two think such a definition would be very useful and helpful, and I critical ways. They do not deter decisionmakers from erring on trust the gentleman would agree with that. the side of secrecy, and they do not justify enforcement efforts Senator SMUCKER. Thank you. Yes, Mr. President. And I by officials who have a lot of other crimes to chase after. A Sun- think we have similar goals to that regard, so I appreciate the shine Law has to depend on a good-faith compliance. It is impos- gentleman's support and would be happy to work with other sible to police the thousands of jurisdictions to which it applies Members of the House to improve on that. or to monitor the tens of thousands of meetings held. Senator DINNIMAN. Thank you, Mr. President. Stronger penalties will make officials more careful about The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from complying with open meeting requirements. It might make them Lackawanna, Senator Mellow, less inclined to have the solicitor concoct strained interpretations Senator MELLOW. Mr. President, if we have a concern in to okay private meetings. And stronger penalties should provide this Chamber about intentional violation, which I certainly do, incentives to prosecute the blatant violations. Some groups op- then why are we going to pass the bill, send it to the House of pose the bill because it applies to officials who are uncompen- Representatives, and then have them decide what a definition sated. The price the public pays for improper decisions is the would be, to potentially put in the bill, with regard to intentional same, no matter if the errant officials are highly compensated or violation? I can understand the reason that Senator Smucker has working for free. Plus, the penalties apply to intentional viola- introduced the bill, and the intent of the legislation, and I think tions, not to innocent mistakes. his intention is a sound intention. I just think the bill needs a little Prior to my election to the Senate, I served as a township su- bit more work before we leave it in this body and send it over to pervisor, so I know how the Sunshine Law works in practice, I the House of Representatives. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 593

My concern is intentional violation, the definition of that And the question recurring, might be a moving target. An intentional violation for one inci- Shall the bill pass finally? dent may not be the same as it is for another incident. Willful intent, Mr. President, would be, I think, something that would be The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from of great concern also. The definitions in this bill, or the lack of Delaware, Senator Pileggi. a definition of intentional violation in this bill, concerns me very Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I agree with many of the much. Furthermore, we are increasing the fine from $100 to up comments made by my friend, the Minority Leader. I would like to $1,000. Mr. President, in this bill, this violation would be a to point out, though, a couple of items about Senate Bill No. 101. summary offense. The Crimes Code uses a maximum of $300, This identical bill was before this body last Session and passed today, for a summary offense. When this bill was passed in 1986, this body on May 7 of 2007 by a vote of 48 to 0. The issue of which is now 23 years ago, it was passed with the fine going up intent is not changed in the bill as existing law. What the bill to $100. If you apply the inflation value to that particular pro- does, essentially, is give the judge and the court, after trial and posal of 1986, you would increase that fine today to $195. conviction, the discretion to impose a higher fine. It does not I would have no problem--I think it would probably be mandate a minimum fine, rather raises the maximum so that a well-intended--if it was in the same position that the Crimes judge considering the facts before him or her has the discretion Code uses for a summary violation of $300. But a $1,000 poten- to tailor the fine to the violation. tial fine for an individual or individuals, who in many cases do Mr. President, I urge an affirmative vote on Senate Bill No. not get paid a nickel and potentially do not even know that there 101. has been a violation of the Sunshine Law, I think, is very, very difficult to handle, with no definition for intentional violation, And the question recurring, and how difficult it was just in this past primary election to get Shall the bill pass finally? candidates to run for public office. Local people do not want to run for a local municipal office, The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of especially that of a school board that pays no money whatsoever. the Constitution and were as follows, viz: And then, furthermore, in the proposal, the way it is written, if four members participate in this violation, the four members can YEA-48 be fined up to $1,000 each, and then they have to pay that fine Alloway Ferlo O'Pake Tomlinson out of their own pockets. And if you are a member of a school Argall Folmer One Vance board, you do not get paid to begin with, and if you are on a local Baker Fontana Piccola Vogel municipal council, you might get paid a small amount of money Boscola Gordner Pileggi Ward on a per-month basis. Browne Greenleaf Pippy Washington Brubaker Hughes Rafferty Waugh It is difficult today to get people to run for public office, and Corman Kasunic Robbins White, Donald what you are doing, I believe, under the disguise of saying "re- Costa Kitchen Scarnati White, Mary Jo form of government," is making it more difficult by not having Dinniman Leach Smucker Williams Eichelberger Logan Stack Wonderling the proper type of definition of intentional violation. So I believe Erickson Mcllhinney Stout Wozniak that your heart is in the right place with reform, but I am very Farnese Musto Tartaglione Yaw concerned about what the lack of reform and the lack of defini- tion in this bill will actually do. NAY-1 And furthermore, to go ahead and abdicate our responsibilities Mellow here, or the responsibilities of those people who are sponsors of this legislation, and say, let the House take care of it, I believe, A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted is a very, very inappropriate thing to do. And I hope that, Mr. "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. President, perhaps we could get together and we could put the Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate present said bill to bill over for a day and try to come up with the proper type of the House of Representatives for concurrence. definition for intentional violation, and then we all could support it, and we could feel very, very comfortable in accomplishing SB 105 (Pr. No. 1005) -- The Senate proceeded to consider- something that would be true reform with regard to this legisla- ation of the bill, entitled: tion. So if it is at all possible, Mr. President, I would love to see, An Act providing for the establishment of a searchable budget and I am not going to make it in the form of a motion, but if there database-driven Internet website detailing certain information concern- is a way that we could go at ease and try to put the bill over for ing State expenditures. a day and come up with the proper type of definition for "inten- tional violation," I think that would be a positive step in the right Considered the third time and agreed to, direction. Thank you, Mr. President. And the amendments made thereto having been printed as required by the Constitution, LEAVE CANCELLED On the question, The PRESIDENT. Senator Wonderling has returned, and his Shall the bill pass finally? personal leave is cancelled. 594 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Senator BROWNE. Mr. President, I rise in support of Senate Allegheny, Senator Costa. Bill No. 105. In addressing the concerns of the gentleman from Senator COSTA. Mr. President, let me begin my comments Allegheny County, the bill is something that is necessary, be- by saying that Senate Bill No. 105, while I think it is a measure cause in the expenditure of funds, particularly this year, in mak- that is well-intentioned with respect to further developing the ing some difficult choices, our constituents should be familiar notion of openness as it relates to our records and contracts, at with and have access to exactly who is receiving benefit from this particular point in time, Mr. President, I am going to ask, and State government appropriations through executive branch agen- I intend to vote in the negative. Very specifically, Mr. President, cies and how those dollars are performing. This is something that what I want to share with the Members is some of the fiscal in- has been taken on by other States and has been applauded as formation as it relates to this particular piece of legislation. something that adds transparency and accountability to our ap- Mr. President, our budget analysts and our Senate Committee propriation process here in the Commonwealth. on Appropriations have informed us, as well as the administra- I am somewhat concerned about my colleague's statements tion has informed us, that the costs for this fiscal year, for the regarding the prospective costs of the implementation of this implementation of this program for this new reporting require- Web portal and this service. Based on fiscal notes prepared by ment, the Taxpayer Transparency Act, is about $7.5 million for our Senate Committee on Appropriations, the upper-end costs of this particular year, and then has an ongoing cost of $1.5 million. implementing this database for our constituents here in the Com- Now, Mr. President, a lot of the information that is outlined and monwealth is $150,000, and that is not something that has been enumerated in Senate Bill No. 105 about what would be generated without analysis of similar-type initiatives in other reported, what would be online, what would be available to this States. When you look at the fiscal notes and the costs associated Internet-based program, is information, Mr. President, as I under- with States that have already put this in place - some examples: stand it, that is already currently accumulated and assembled and Minnesota, $5,000; South Carolina, $20,000; Nebraska $38,000, made for public viewing, available to the public, through the Oklahoma, $40,000; the highest cost was the State of Texas with Department of Treasury. $310,000. As I understand it, pursuant to the Right-to-Know statute, all One of the best ways to determine what an initiative like this contracts entered into in excess of $5,000 are available online to will cost will be to benchmark against similar initiatives in other the public. In addition, a lot of the information that is contained States, and this will be similar to what they are doing, and the on that online viewing is very similar to what has been stated highest costs that we could project that would potentially come here on page 3 of the legislation: the name and principal address as a result of this is $310,000. The initial note that was put out by of the recipients of the funds; the funding source; the agency that the Governor's Office of $7 million, in my opinion, based on is disbursing that would be part of that contract in most cases; as analysis, is way overstated. It is something that comes out of--I well, if it is a DCED contract, the description of the purpose and am not sure what information is used to determine what that cost type of expenditure. A lot of this information is already available comes from. But given the transparency this would provide and to the public. the additional information that this will give to our constituents, In this particular budget season, Mr. President, where we the oversight that comes as a result of this, there is no doubt to learned today that we are now approximately $2.84 billion short me that the costs of putting together this initiative will be more in this year's revenue, we expect to have a cumulative deficit of than offset by the additional oversight that it provides to our over $7 billion in this General Fund as we go forward with the constituents and their ability to hold us accountable in terms of General Fund budget. My concern is that an expenditure of $7.5 what we are spending. million this year--which is to come out of each of the depart- If there is information on this Web site that indicates money ments' outline, because there is really no funding stream or no is being spent by the Commonwealth on something that is not funding source in the legislation; it simply lets it lie with the performing, there will be a significant amount of additional scru- agency required to do this--that the costs absorbed by those agen- tiny upon this General Assembly to cut that spending. And that cies would not have been contemplated for as they went through has been the experience in other States as well, that with the the budget process and as we continue to go through the budget additional oversight, the respective State governments have cut process. back on that spending that has been reported, therefore saving In my opinion, this is something, I think, that may most ap- that additional money. propriately be discussed and made part of the budget process that So with all due respect to my colleague from Allegheny we are beginning to enter into. We have already started, but the County, I strongly disagree with his assessment on the benefit of real nuts and bolts of what we ultimately enact will be something this and the estimate as to the costs and strongly believe that it that is hopefully done by June 30, if not shortly thereafter. But I will be an excellent tool for Pennsylvania to continue our efforts rise today to vote against this. While I am not necessarily op- to make State government more transparent and accountable. posed to the concept of the further elaboration of the information Thank you very much. available, but this particular year, with a price tag, in our estima- The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from tion, from the Senate Democratic Appropriations Committee, of Lackawanna, Senator Mellow. $7.5 million to implement this, I do not believe that it is an ap- Senator MELLOW. Mr. President, I think the debate on this propriate piece of legislation at this time, and I ask my col- issue has been rather informative, and I do not think that I could leagues to join me in voting against it. disagree more with some of the statements that were made with Thank you, Mr. President. regard to the cost. Mr. President, if the administration says the The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from cost is $7,500,000, and the Republican Committee on Appropria- Lehigh, Senator Browne. tions in the Senate says the cost is $300,000-plus, the discrep- 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 595 ancy is so great, Mr. President, somewhere between those two And the question recurring, figures probably lies the actual amount of money that will be Shall the bill pass finally? paid if, in fact, Senate Bill No. 105 is ever enacted. Mr. President, it was May 6, not quite a month ago, that we The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of passed, in this Chamber, Senate Bill No. 850. Senate Bill No. the Constitution and were as follows, viz: 850 was $900 million out of balance as it was presented to the Senate on that particular date. Now, there is no reason for us to YEA-30 rehash what took place in the debate of Senate Bill No. 850. But I know that Senator Browne has been around for a number of Alloway Farnese Pippy Ward Argall Folmer Rafferty Waugh years. He is a highly educated individual who not only is a mem- Baker Gordner Robbins White, Donald ber of the bar but is also a certified public accountant. And he Browne Greenleaf Scarnati White, Mary Jo knows exactly what figures will state and what figures do not Brubaker McIlhinney Smucker Wonderling Corman One Tomlinson Yaw state, and I do not question whatsoever his ability to present the Eichelberger Piccola Vance proper type of financial data to the Senate. But when you have Erickson Pileggi Vogel two different financial bits of information, and they are so dia- metrically opposed to one another, then I do not think either one NAY- 19 of them can be accurate. Probably, Mr. President, if you took the Boscola Hughes Mellow Tartaglione difference somewhere in between both of them, you are probably Costa Kasunic Musto Washington looking at an amount of money that I am sure exceeds $3 mil- Dinniman Kitchen O'Pake Williams lion, but we do not know that factually. And if you piggyback Ferlo Leach Stack Wozniak Fontana Logan Stout that onto a $900 million budget that was passed in this body--with the support, incidentally, of Senator Browne--just a A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted month ago, we are now increasing the deficit and the cost to the "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. taxpayers of Pennsylvania. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate present said bill to Now, Mr. President, if we did not have the proper the House of Representatives for concurrence. Right-to-Know legislation that was put in place, and if the infor- mation that the gentleman is talking about was not readily avail- SB 110 (Pr. No. 181) -- The Senate proceeded to consider- able today online, then maybe we should be considering this ation of the bill, entitled: particular proposal today, even though we know full well that if we pass it, it will go over to the House of Representatives, and An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania it probably will not be considered. This is a proposal, Mr. Presi- Consolidated Statutes, providing for logging of certain aircraft flights. dent, that should be considered in the entire budgetary process. We should not be passing legislation right now, 1 month short of Considered the third time and agreed to, the deadline of the new budget, when we are facing approxi- On the question, mately a $3.2 billion deficit, and spend more unchartered money Shall the bill pass finally? of the Pennsylvania taxpayer. It is not the responsible thing to do as an elected official. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Now, I further realize that, you know, the minority will have Lancaster, Senator Smucker. its say, and the majority will have its way. So I am talking about Senator SMUCKER. Mr. President, this reform bill puts into this, and I realize full well that I will not change one vote on the law the sort of accountability measure that taxpayers believe other side of the aisle, and they will support Senator Browne, and should be standard across State government. It details the infor- perhaps that is what they should do as a Member of the Caucus. mation about the use of State aircraft that must be compiled and But I think we have to be very open, and we have to be very accessible. This will help insure that the use of a State plane is in realistic, that somewhere between $7.5 million, as given to us by line with what is legal, ethical, and fiscally responsible. This the Governor's Office of the Budget, and $300,000, as given to approach is based on recommendations that arose from an audit us by the Senate Republican Committee on Appropriations, lies report by the State Auditor General. The bill reflects the public the real truth about what this bill is going to cost. And when you interest and deserves our support. are facing the type of deficit right now of $3.2 billion, a deficit Thank you, Mr. President. of $900 million-plus in the budget that was passed here by the And the question recurring, Senate less than a month ago, the least appropriate thing that we Shall the bill pass finally? should be doing is spending more taxpayer money until we know exactly what the fiscal responsibilities will be come the end of The yeas and nays were taken agreeably to the provisions of the fiscal year of June 30. the Constitution and were as follows, viz: So perhaps Senator Browne's bill is a good bill, but the timing to pass this bill is inappropriate until we know exactly what the YEA-49 final cost of this bill will be, and I ask, Mr. President, based on the fiscal responsibilities and the fiduciary responsibilities that Alloway Folmer One Vogel Argall Piccola Ward each and every one of us have been elected to uphold, and the Fontana Baker Gordner Pileggi Washington Constitution of Pennsylvania, where we must pass a balanced Boscola Greenleaf Pippy Waugh budget, I ask for a "no" vote on this proposal, Mr. President. 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Brubaker Kasunic Robbins White, Mary Jo BILL ON SECOND CONSIDERATION Corman Kitchen Scarnati Williams Costa Leach Smucker Wonderling Dinniman Logan Stack Wozniak SB 829 (Pr. No. 929) -- The Senate proceeded to consider- Eichelberger McIlhinney Stout Yaw ation of the bill, entitled: Erickson Mellow Tartaglione Farnese Musto Tomlinson Ferlo O'Pake Vance An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (P.L.935, No.70), known as the Pennsylvania Climate Change Act, further providing for climate change action plan. NAY-0 Considered the second time and agreed to, A constitutional majority of all the Senators having voted Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consider- "aye," the question was determined in the affirmative. ation. Ordered, That the Secretary of the Senate present said bill to the House of Representatives for concurrence. DISCHARGE PETITION

BILLS OVER IN ORDER The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following com- munication, which was read by the Clerk as follows: SB 380, SB 531 and SB 573 -- Without objection, the bills June 1, 2009 were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PILEGGI. A PETITION

To place before the Senate the nomination of B.J. Clark as a member of SECOND CONSIDERATION CALENDAR the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority.

BILL ON SECOND CONSIDERATION TO: The Presiding Officer of the Senate: WE, The undersigned members of the Senate, pursuant to section SB 45 (Pr. No. 30) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration 8(b) of Article IV of the Constitution of Pennsylvania, do hereby re- of the bill, entitled: quest that you place the nomination of B.J. Clark, Havertown, Pennsyl- vania, as [data missing] Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority, before the entire Senate body for a vote, the nomination not having been An Act amending the act of January 24, 1966 (1965 P.L.1527, voted upon within 15 legislative days: No.535), known as the Landscape Architects Registration Law, further providing for application for license and qualifications and experience Robert D. Robbins requirements of applicants and for continuing education. Joseph B. Scarnati III Dominic F. Pileggi Considered the second time and agreed to, Jane C. One Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consider- Michael L. Waugh ation. The PRESIDENT. The communication will be laid on the BILLS OVER IN ORDER table. REPORT FROM COMMITTEE ON RULES SB 143, SB 196, HB 262, HB 263, SB 303 and SB 354 -- AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PILEGGI. Senator ROBBINS, from the Committee on Rules and Execu- tive Nominations, reported the following nominations made by BILL ON SECOND CONSIDERATION His Excellency, the Governor of the Commonwealth, which were read by the Clerk as follows: SB 383 (Pr. No. 381) -- The Senate proceeded to consider- ation of the bill, entitled: MEMBER OF THE ANIMAL HEALTH AND DIAGNOSTIC COMMISSION An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in organization and jurisdiction of May 12, 2009 courts of common pleas, authorizing the establishment of problem solv- ing courts. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

Considered the second time and agreed to, In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consider- advice and consent of the Senate, Brian K. Reed, D.V.M., 2564 Valley ation. Road, Manheim 17545, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Dis- trict, for reappointment as a member of the Animal Health and Diagnos- four years and until his successor BILLS OVER IN ORDER tic Conunission, to serve for a term of is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. SB 617 and SB 783 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PILEGGI. EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 597

MEMBER OF THE ANIMAL HEALTH Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Constables' AND DIAGNOSTIC COMMISSION Education and Training Board, to serve for a term of three years and until her successor is appointed and qualified.

March 30, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, John C. Simms, V.M.D., 15154 Burnt April 9, 2009 Mill Road, Shippensburg 17257, Franklin County, Thirty-third Senato- rial District, for reappointment as a member of the Animal Health and To the Honorable, the Senate Diagnostic Commission, to serve for a term of four years and until his of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Tiffany O. Howard (Public Member), EDWARD G. RENDELL 3813 Chartiers Avenue, Pittsburgh 15204, Allegheny County, Forty- Governor second Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Cosmetology, to serve for a term of three years and until her MEMBER OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Terrie Sucia-Reed, Georgetown, forfeiture of PENNSYLVANIA COUNCIL ON THE ARTS seat.

April 27, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF EBENSBURG CENTER In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Robert W. Pullo, 189 Tuscarora Drive, York 17403, York County, Twenty-eighth Senatorial District, for March 5, 2009 appointment as a member of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Coun- cil on the Arts, to serve until July 1, 2010, and until his successor is To the Honorable, the Senate appointed and qualified, vice Nancy Barness, Ambler, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

EDWARD G. RENDELL In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the Governor advice and consent of the Senate, Marcelle Cooney, 1002 Cooney Road, P.O. Box 246, Cresson 16630, Cambria County, Thirty-fifth Senatorial MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Ebensburg Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and OF BARBER EXAMINERS until her successor is appointed and qualified.

May 13, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF EBENSBURG CENTER In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, James N. Papoutsis (Public Member), 9 Kensington Drive, Chambersburg 17201, Franklin County, Thirty- March 5, 2009 third Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Barber Examiners, to serve for a term of three years and until To the Honorable, the Senate his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: beyond that period, vice Andrew Santacroce, Horsham, whose term expired. In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Grace H. Meo, P.O. Box 123, Timber- EDWARD G. RENDELL line Drive, Cresson 16630, Cambria County, Thirty-fifth Senatorial Governor District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Ebensburg Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and MEMBER OF THE CONSTABLES' until her successor is appointed and qualified. EDUCATION AND TRAINING BOARD EDWARD G RENDELL Governor May 14, 2009 MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MEDICINE To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 11, 2009 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, The Honorable Julie G. Sokoloff, 217 To the Honorable, the Senate East Athens Avenue, Ardmore 19003, Delaware County, Seventeenth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 598 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Radheshyam M. Agrawal, M.D., 523 advice and consent of the Senate, John D. O'Brien, Esquire (Public Fairview Road, Pittsburgh 15238, Allegheny County, Thirty-eighth Member), 118 Heidcrest Drive, Pittsburgh 15237, Allegheny County, Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board Fortieth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State of Medicine, to serve for a term of four years or until his successor is Board of Physical Therapy, to serve until October 2, 2012, and until his appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months period. beyond that period, vice Nello Giorgetti, Pittsburgh, resigned.

EDWARD G. RENDELL EDWARD U RENDELL Governor Governor

MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MEDICINE MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF POLK CENTER May 11, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate April 15, 2009 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: To the Honorable, the Senate In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: advice and consent of the Senate, Carol E. Rose, M.D., 428 Glaids Drive, Pittsburgh 15243, Allegheny County, Thirty-seventh Senatorial In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board of Medicine, advice and consent of the Senate, Mr. James Culbertson, 305 Gilfillan to serve for a term of four years or until her successor is appointed and Street, Franklin 16323, Venango County, Twenty-first Senatorial Dis- qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. trict, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Polk Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until his EDWARD G. RENDELL successor is appointed and qualified. Governor EDWARD G. RENDELL MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF MEDICINE Governor

May 11, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF POLK CENTER To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: April 15, 2009 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Stephen L. Schwartz, M.D., 2327 To the Honorable, the Senate Meridian Boulevard, Warrington 18976, Bucks County, Twelfth Sena- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: torial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Medi- cine, to serve for a term of four years or until his successor is appointed In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice advice and consent of the Senate, Mr. Joseph Lambo, 2707 Graceland Charles D. Hummer, Jr., M.D., Swarthmore, whose term expired. Road, New Castle 16105, Lawrence County, Fiftieth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Polk Center, EDWARD U RENDELL to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until his successor Governor is appointed and qualified.

MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor OF PHYSICAL THERAPY

April 15, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF POLK CENTER To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: April 15, 2009 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Marybeth Lehman, MPT, 781 White To the Honorable, the Senate Farm Road, Indiana 15701, Indiana County, Forty-first Senatorial Dis- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: trict, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Physical Ther- apy, to serve until October 2, 2012, and until her successor is appointed In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice advice and consent of the Senate, Ms. Eleanora Miller, 965 East Charles Meacci, McDonald, whose term expired. Gilmore Road, Grove City 16127, Venango County, Twenty-first Sena- torial District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees EDWARD U RENDELL of Polk Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and Governor until her successor is appointed and qualified.

MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD EDWARD U RENDELL Governor OF PHYSICAL THERAPY

April 15, 2009

To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 599

MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD Mountain Restoration Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of Janu- OF CERTIFIED REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS ary 2015, and until his successor is appointed and qualified. EDWARD G RENDELL April 28, 2009 Governor

To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: SOUTH MOUNTAIN RESTORATION CENTER In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Michael D. Soileau (Public Member), May 12, 2009 529 Queen Street, Philadelphia 19147, Philadelphia County, First Sena- torial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Certi- To the Honorable, the Senate fied Real Estate Appraisers, to serve for a term of four years and until of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Robert Fischer, Greenville, whose term ex- In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the pired. advice and consent of the Senate, Frederick A. Reddig, 108 Park Place West, Shippensburg 17257, Franklin County, Thirty-third Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Governor South Mountain Restoration Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until his successor is appointed and qualified. MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF SELINSGROVE CENTER EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor April 15, 2009 MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICINE To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: April 29, 2009 In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Mr. J. Steve Hoffman, 38 Peach Or- To the Honorable, the Senate chard Road, Middleburg 17842, Snyder County, Twenty-seventh Sena- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: torial District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Selinsgrove Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the and until his successor is appointed and qualified. advice and consent of the Senate, Dr. Juanita McGhee Monteiro, 600 Coles Court, Harleysville 19438, Montgomery County, Twenty-fourth EDWARD G RENDELL Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Governor Veterinary Medicine, to serve for a term of four years or until her suc- cessor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES that period, vice Thomas J. McGrath, Columbia, whose term expired. OF SELINSGROVE CENTER EDWARD U RENDELL Governor April 15, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF To the Honorable, the Senate WERNERSVILLE STATE HOSPITAL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the April 6, 2009 advice and consent of the Senate, Ms. Sandra H. Mengel, 1755 Heister Valley Road, Mt. Pleasant Mills 17853, Snyder County, Twenty-sev- To the Honorable, the Senate enth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Trustees of Selinsgrove Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of Janu- ary 2015, and until her successor is appointed and qualified. In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Kenneth S. Harting, 600 Stitzer Ave- EDWARD G. RENDELL nue, Wernesville 19565, Berks County, Forty-eighth Senatorial District, Governor for appointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Wernersville State Hospital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Rachel Pizarro, SOUTH MOUNTAIN RESTORATION CENTER Wernersville, resigned. EDWARD G RENDELL May 12, 2009 Governor

To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: OF WHITE HAVEN CENTER

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the March 5, 2009 advice and consent of the Senate, Paul E. Miller, Jr., 190 Hunters Lane, Chambersburg 17202, Franklin County, Thirty-third Senatorial District, To the Honorable, the Senate for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of South of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 600 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA advice and consent of the Senate, Maryanne C. Petrilla, 55 Aristocrat COUNCIL ON AGING Circle, Sugarloaf 18249, Luzerne County, Twenty-seventh Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of White Haven Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, May 28, 2009 and until her successor is appointed and qualified. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- NOMINATIONS LAID ON THE TABLE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Senator ROBBINS. Mr. President, I request that the nomina- District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Council on Aging, to serve tions just read by the Clerk be laid on the table. until October 8, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- The PRESIDENT. The nominations will be laid on the table. fied, vice Martin Berger, Ardmore, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNOR nomination on the premises. REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE ON RULES EDWARD G. RENDELL AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS Governor

Senator ROBBINS, from the Committee on Rules and Execu- MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF tive Nominations, reported communications from His Excel- ALLENTOWN STATE HOSPITAL lency, the Governor of the Commonwealth, recalling the follow- ing nominations, which were read by the Clerk as follows: May 28, 2009

MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA To the Honorable, the Senate COUNCIL ON AGING of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 28, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 23, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Allentown State Hos- pital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until her In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- successor is appointed and qualified, vice Lecie Machell, Bethlehem, nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated resigned. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Council on Aging, to serve until October 8, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, EDWARD G. RENDELL vice Helen-Ann Comstock, Perkasie, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES EDWARD G. RENDELL OF ALLENTOWN STATE HOSPITAL Governor May 11, 2009 MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA COUNCIL ON AGING To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 28, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Allentown In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- State Hospital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice John Berrier, Allen- February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside town, resigned. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Council on Aging, to serve nomination on the premises. until October 8, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Jules Rosen, M.D., Pittsburgh, resigned. EDWARD G. RENDELL I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Governor nomination on the premises. EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 601

MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- OF ALLENTOWN STATE HOSPITAL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated March 5, 2009, for the appointment of Senate [sic] Eric Battisti, 515 May 28, 2009 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Auctioneer Ex- To the Honorable, the Senate aminers, to serve for a term of three years and until his successor is of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice new position. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial EDWARD G RENDELL District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Allentown State Hos- Governor pital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice L. Jack Bradt, Easton, re- MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD signed. OF BARBER EXAMINERS I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 13, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE APPALACHIAN STATES In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE COMMISSION February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari (Public Mem- ber), 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, May 28, 2009 Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Barber To the Honorable, the Senate Examiners, to serve for a term of three years and until her successor is of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice James Papoutsis, Chambersburg, whose term expired. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore (Voting EDWARD G. RENDELL Member), R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty- Governor fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Appalachian States Low- Level Radioactive Waste Commission, to serve at the pleasure of the CONTROLLER, LANCASTER Governor, vice The Honorable Kathleen Alana McGinty, Camp Hill, resigned. May 28, 2009 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MEMBER OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth PENNSYLVANIA COUNCIL ON THE ARTS Senatorial District, as Controller, in and for the County of Lancaster, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Dennis Stuckey, May 28, 2009 elected as County Commissioner. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of To the Honorable, the Senate nomination on the premises. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Governor nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby CONTROLLER, LUZERNE Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Council May 28, 2009 on the Arts, to serve until July 1, 2010, and until his successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice Adrienne Snelling, Fogelsville, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD District, as Controller, in and for the County of Luzern, to serve until OF AUCTIONEER EXAMINERS the first Monday of January 2010, vice Maryanne Petrilla, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises.

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MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DRUG, In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- DEVICE AND COSMETIC BOARD nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as a member of the Environmental Hearing Board, to serve for a term of six years, or until her successor is appointed and qualified, To the Honorable, the Senate vice Michael Krancer, Esquire, Bryn Mawr, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL March 4, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Governor Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Drug, Device and Cosmetic Board, to MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES serve until October 30, 2011, or until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice OF HAMBURG CENTER Colena Johnson-Kemp, Ambler, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated ENERGY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY February 26,2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Hamburg Center, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until his successor is To the Honorable, the Senate appointed and qualified, vice John Bastek, Reading, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Governor Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Author- MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ity, to serve until April 8, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM COMMISSION qualified, vice Tyrone J. Christy, Renfew, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated ENERGY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth May 28, 2009 Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Historical and To the Honorable, the Senate Museum Commission, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Janosov, Nanticoke, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD Cx RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Author- ity, to serve until April 8, 2012, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice James M. Seif, Blue Bell, resigned. MEMBER OF THE INDUSTRIAL BOARD I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 28, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated HEARING BOARD February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as a member of the Industrial Board, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- To the Honorable, the Senate fied, vice Joseph Steward, Philadelphia, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 603

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS nomination on the premises. OF NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATORS EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 28, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate JUDGE, COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: JUNIATA/PERRY COUNTIES In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Administrators, to serve for a term of four years or until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- period, vice I. William Goldfarb, Pittsburgh, whose term expired. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory E. Dunlap, Esquire, nomination on the premises. 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Juniata/Perry EDWARD G. RENDELL Counties, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice The Governor Honorable C. Joseph Rehkamp, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL nomination on the premises. THERAPY EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 28, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate JUDGE, COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: McKEAN COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman (Public Mem- ber), 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia To the Honorable, the Senate County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure, to serve for a term of three years and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Ar- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- thur McVitty, Hilton Head Island, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory E. Dunlap, Esquire, nomination on the premises. 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, McKean County, EDWARD G. RENDELL to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice The Honorable Governor John M. Cleland, appointed to Superior Court. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA nomination on the premises. SCHOOL REFORM COMMISSION

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 29, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE MUNICIPAL POLICE OFFICERS' of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMISSION In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 28, 2009 March 30, 2009, for the appointment of Heidi A. Ramirez, PhD., 1010 Clinton Street, Apt. 1F, Philadelphia 19107, Philadelphia County, First To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Philadelphia School Reform of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Commission, to serve until January 18, 2014, and until her successor is appointed and qualified. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- EDWARD G. RENDELL rial District, as a member of the Municipal Police Officers' Education Governor and Training Commission, to serve until April 17, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Richard Hadley, Cranberry PHYSICIAN GENERAL Township, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor 604 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as Physician General, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, Governor vice The Honorable Robert Muscalus, Harrisburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. PROTHONOTARY & CLERK OF COURTS, INDIANA COUNTY EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 28, 2009

MEMBER OF THE STATE PLANNING BOARD To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 28, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- To the Honorable, the Senate nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- rial District, as Prothonotary & Clerk of Courts, in and for the County nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated of Indiana, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Linda February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Moore Mack, deceased. Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of rial District, as a member of the State Planning Board, to serve for a nomination on the premises. term of four years and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Wendell Pritchett, Philadelphia, resigned. EDWARD G. RENDELL I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Governor nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC Governor TELEVISION NETWORK COMMISSION

MEMBER OF THE ADVISORY May 28, 2009 COMMITTEE ON PROBATION To the Honorable, the Senate May 12, 2009 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- To the Honorable, the Senate nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Public Television Network nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Commission, to serve until for a term of six years or until his successor February 13, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial period, vice Jayne Adair-Cox, Pittsburgh, whose term expired. District, as a member of the Advisory Committee on Probation, to serve I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of for a term of four years and until his successor is appointed and quali- nomination on the premises. fied, but not longer than ninety days beyond that period, vice Richard Lewis, Mechanicsburg, whose term expired. EDWARD G. RENDELL I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Governor nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor TELEVISION NETWORK COMMISSION May 28, 2009 MEMBER OF THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON PROBATION To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: May 12, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Pennsylvania Public Television Network In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Commission, to serve until August 17, 2014, or until her successor is nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that February 13, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, period, vice Pamela Varkony, Allentown, resigned. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of District, as a member of the Advisory Committee on Probation, to serve nomination on the premises. for a term of four years and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, but not longer than ninety days beyond that period, vice Richmond EDWARD G. RENDELL Parsons, Jr., Willow Grove, whose term expired. Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 605

REGISTER OF WILLS AND RECORDER In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- OF DEEDS, SNYDER COUNTY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 28, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Torrance State Hospi- To the Honorable, the Senate tal, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until his suc- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: cessor is appointed and qualified, vice Josephine Dunmire, Apollo, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as Register of Wills and Recorder of Deeds, in and for the Governor County of Snyder, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Harvey J. Kreamer, Jr., resigned. MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. OF TORRANCE STATE HOSPITAL

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 28, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate SHERIFF, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 28, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Torrance State Hospi- tal, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and until her suc- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- cessor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Seabol, Latrobe, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as Sheriff, in and for the County of Schuylkill, to serve until EDWARD G. RENDELL the first Monday of January 2010, vice Francis V. McAndrew, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES EDWARD G. RENDELL OF TORRANCE STATE HOSPITAL Governor May 28, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THADDEUS STEVENS COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 28, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Torrance In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- State Hospital, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2013, and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Rev. Dr. Roger February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Petersen, Blairsville, resigned. Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of Thaddeus Stevens nomination on the premises. College of Technology, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Stephen EDWARD G. RENDELL L. Ralston, Coatesville, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE EDWARD G RENDELL MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS Governor May 28, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF TORRANCE STATE HOSPITAL To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 28, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- 606 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1, rial District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, turers, Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and until his until her successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months months beyond that period, vice Jay Zimmerman, Mechanicsburg, beyond that period, vice James Kelly, Telford, whose term expired. whose term expired. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL EDWARD G RENDELL Governor Governor

MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS

May 28, 2009 May 28, 2009

To the Honorable, the Senate To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn (Public Member), February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufac- District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, turers, Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and Dealers and Salespersons, to serve until October 23, 2011, and until her until his successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months months beyond that period, vice Gus Pedicone, Philadelphia, whose beyond that period, vice Sharon Guise, Dover, resigned. term expired. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. nomination on the premises. EDWARD G. RENDELL EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor Governor MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS May 28, 2009 May 28, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western Youth District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, Dealers and Salespersons, to serve for a term of four years and until her and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Loretta Hogans, successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months New Castle, resigned. beyond that period, vice Edward Cernic, Jr., Johnstown, whose term I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of expired. nomination on the premises. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS AND SALESPERSONS May 28, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate May 28, 2009 of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

To the Honorable, the Senate In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western Youth February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2011, Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice The Honorable Senatorial District, as a member of the State Board of Vehicle Manufac- Gerald J. LaValle, Rochester, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 607

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE ALLEGHENY nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 28, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Allegheny County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Richard Lewis, Pittsburgh, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western EDWARD G. RENDELL Youth Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January Governor 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Thomas Fee, New Castle, resigned. MEMBER OF THE ALLEGHENY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE WESTERN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTERS In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 May 28, 2009 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Allegheny County Board of To the Honorable, the Senate Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: is appointed and qualified, vice Paul Stackhouse, Pittsburgh, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Western Youth Development Centers, to serve until the third Tuesday of January 2015, MEMBER OF THE ARMSTRONG and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Joseph Fragle, COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Sharon, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 22, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE ADAMS COUNTY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Armstrong County Board of Assistance, to May 22, 2009 serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Mary Jo Ward, Kittanning, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial MEMBER OF THE ARMSTRONG District, as a member of the Adams County Board of Assistance, to COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Sharon Price, Gettysburg, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 22, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor 608 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice Larry Garlock, Everett, resigned. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Armstrong County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and EDWARD G. RENDELL qualified, vice Genevieve Mantini, Ford City, deceased. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE BEDFORD COUNTY EDWARD G. RENDELL BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Governor May 22, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BEAVER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 22, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Bedford County Board of Assistance, to In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice Carol Shaffer, Manns Choice, resigned. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Beaver County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and EDWARD G. RENDELL qualified, vice Allen Andrascik, Beaver Falls, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE BERKS COUNTY EDWARD G. RENDELL BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Governor May 22, 2009 MEMBER OF THE BEAVER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 22, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as a member of the Berks County Board of Assistance, to In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice Clemson N. Page, Jr., Wyomissing Hills, resigned. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth nomination on the premises. Senatorial District, as a member of the Beaver County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- EDWARD G. RENDELL pointed and qualified, vice Jill Marsilio-Colonna, Beaver Falls, re- Governor signed. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE BERKS COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BEDFORD COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Berks County Board of Assistance, to serve of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice John Gilmore, Wernersville, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Bedford County Board of Assistance, to Governor 2009 . LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 609

MEMBER OF THE BERKS COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial May 22, 2009 District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- To the Honorable, the Senate fied, vice John Faulds, Sr., Hollidaysburg, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Governor Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Berks County Board of Assistance, to serve MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Maria M. Garcia, Reading, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory A. [sic] Dunlap, Esquire, 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, May 22, 2009 Fifteenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is To the Honorable, the Senate appointed and qualified, vice Kathie Richardson, Hollidaysburg, re- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: signed. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country EDWARD G. RENDELL Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- Governor rial District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY qualified, vice Reverend Jack D. Moyer, Altoona, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Thomas Healy, Altoona, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Jacqueline A. Smith-Bennett, Camp Hill, resigned. MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assis- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 610 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1, tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- MEMBER OF THE BRADFORD COUNTY pointed and qualified, vice George C. Kelchner, Hollidaysburg, re- signed. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE BLAIR COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 22, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Bradford County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice John Brenchley, Canton, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Blair County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- MEMBER OF THE BUCKS COUNTY fied, vice Gregory Murawsky, Altoona, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE BRADFORD COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial May 22, 2009 District, as a member of the Bucks County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Kimberly Peretik-Jabat, Fairless Hills, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Governor Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Bradford County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE BUCKS COUNTY qualified, vice Eugene Hiduk, New Albany, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE BRADFORD COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial May 22, 2009 District, as a member of the Bucks County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- To the Honorable, the Senate fied, vice Frank Belmonte, Levittown, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Governor Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Bradford County Board of Assis- MEMBER OF THE BUTLER COUNTY tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE pointed and qualified, vice William E. Krause, Canton, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 22, 2009 nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 611

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Butler County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Joseph Macurak, Chicora, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CARBON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE BUTLER COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Carbon County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Robert Graver, Summit Hill, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Butler County Board of Assis- EDWARD G. RENDELL tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- Governor pointed and qualified, vice Jacqueline Wise, Saxonburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY nomination on the premises. . BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE CARBON COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Robert Shepherd, Pennsylvania Furnace, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Carbon County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Marsha M. Macalush, Nesquehoning, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE CARBON COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside To the Honorable, the Senate Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Mary Peterson, Bellefonte, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Carbon County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Deborah Ann Bartells Neff, Jim Thorpe, removed. 612 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Chester County Board of Assistance, to May 22, 2009 serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice William Lambert, Coatesville, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown, 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial MEMBER OF THE CHESTER COUNTY District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and BOARD OF ASSISTANCE qualified, vice Paul Houck, State College, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 22, 2009 nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- MEMBER OF THE CENTRE COUNTY nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth May 22, 2009 Senatorial District, as a member of the Chester County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- To the Honorable, the Senate pointed and qualified, vice Rose Middleton, Thorndale, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Governor . Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Centre County Board of Assis- MEMBER OF THE CLARION COUNTY tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice William Klaban, State College, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE CHESTER COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 22, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Clarion County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Dorothy Ostrander, Lebanon, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside EDWARD G. RENDELL Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Chester County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Caroline A. Novak, declined appointment. MEMBER OF THE CLARION COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE CHESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Clarion County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Sally Hartle, Marble, declined appointment. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 613

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009

MEMBER OF THE CLINTON COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 22, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- and qualified, vice Cesar Valdez, Jr., Carlisle, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Clinton County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Kenneth Boyce, Lock Haven, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 22, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE COLUMBIA COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Harold Frantz, Mechanicsburg, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G RENDELL District, as a member of the Columbia County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Donna Horsfall Parsell, Berwick, resigned. MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE COLUMBIA COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 22, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, To the Honorable, the Senate to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: and qualified, vice Leonard Sorensen, New Cumberland, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Columbia County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE CUMBERLAND qualified, vice Ann Wilson, Bloomsburg, deceased. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 22, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 614 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice Andrew A. Oronzi, Primos, resigned. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Cumberland County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed EDWARD G. RENDELL and qualified, vice Jeffrey Logan, Mechanicsburg, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE ELK COUNTY EDWARD G RENDELL BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Governor May 22, 2009 MEMBER OF THE DAUPHIN COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 22, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Elk County Board of Assistance, to serve In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and quali- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated fied, vice Burton Shaver, Ridgway, resigned. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Dauphin County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and EDWARD G. RENDELL qualified, vice Herman Krevsky, Harrisburg, deceased. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE ELK COUNTY EDWARD G. RENDELL BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Governor May 22, 2009 MEMBER OF THE DELAWARE COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 22, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Elk County Board of Assistance, to serve In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated fied, vice Charles W. Constable, Johnsonburg, resigned. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Delaware County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2008 [sic], and until his successor is EDWARD G. RENDELL appointed and qualified, vice Mary Ellen Balchunis-Harris, Ph.D., Governor Drexel Hill, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE ELK COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 22, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE DELAWARE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 22, 2009 February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Elk County Board of Assistance, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Rose Heindl, Ridgway, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 18, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Delaware County Board of Assistance, to Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 615

MEMBER OF THE ERIE COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 26, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Jackson B. Thomas, Uniontown, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Erie County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY fied, vice LaWanda Bender-Goodwine, North East, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Reverend DewVaul W. Tracy, Jr., Lake Lynn, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G. RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Erie County Board of Assis- Governor tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice John Nesbit, Washington, resigned. MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assis- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice Donald Miller II, Uniontown, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Norman J. Davis, Republic, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE FAYETTE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial rict, as a member of the Fayette County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate Dist serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Anthony Perna, Uniontown, resigned. 616 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and quali- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- fied, vice Gordon Nygren, Tionesta, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country nomination on the premises. Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Reverend Anette V. Gerber, Wattsburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Karl Thompson, Shippensburg, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2009; and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Phyllis C. Skinner, Pleasantville, resigned. MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE FOREST COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 26, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Marie Baughman, Shippensburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 EDWARD G. RENDELL Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Governor Senatorial District, as a member of the Forest County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY pointed and qualified, vice Clyde Holmes, Tionesta, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 617

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice David S. Boozer, Chambersburg, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE FULTON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Fulton County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Katie Anderton, McConnellsburg, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assis- EDWARD G RENDELL tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- Governor pointed and qualified, vice David McCleary, Chambersburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE GREENE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 26, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Greene County Board of Assistance, to In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice William Thomas, Waynesburg, resigned. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Franklin County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and EDWARD G. RENDELL qualified, vice Charles W. Frame III, Waynesboro, resigned. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009 MEMBER OF THE FULTON COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 26, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated To the Honorable, the Senate February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Greene County Board of Assistance, to In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice Peter Rameas, Waynesburg, resigned. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth nomination on the premises. Senatorial District, as a member of the Fulton County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- EDWARD G. RENDELL pointed and qualified, vice Kathleen Zimmerman, Warfordsburg, re- Governor signed. 618 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE HUNTINGDON COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial May 26, 2009 District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and To the Honorable, the Senate qualified, vice Jacquelyn Everitt, Mifflintown, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Governor Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Huntingdon County Board of Assistance, MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed BOARD OF ASSISTANCE and qualified, vice Joann Condellone, Huntingdon, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE HUNTINGDON COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial May 26, 2009 District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and To the Honorable, the Senate qualified, vice Willis E. Kauffman, Mifflintown, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Governor Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Huntingdon County Board of MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor BOARD OF ASSISTANCE is appointed and qualified, vice Beverly Gusler, James Creek, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE HUNTINGDON COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 26, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Esther E. Rhine, Mifflintown, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Huntingdon County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY and qualified, vice Robert Parsons, Blair Mills, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated BOARD OF ASSISTANCE February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 May 26, 2009 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assis- To the Honorable, the Senate tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: pointed and qualified, vice Carlen D. McClure, Port Royal, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 619

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE JUNIATA COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Dominick Famularo, Carbondale, re- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- signed. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Juniata County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and. Governor qualified, vice Fred N. Noble, Honey Grove, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of Assistance, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Fred Donnini, Olyphant, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of Assistance, Governor to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Frank Grecco, Carbondale, deceased. MEMBER OF THE LANCASTER COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE LACKAWANNA COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 26, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lancaster County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Peter True, Lancaster, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G. RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Lackawanna County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed MEMBER OF THE LANCASTER COUNTY and qualified, vice George Yavorek, Eynon, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 620 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G. RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Lancaster County Board of As- Governor sistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Mary J. Loreto, Columbia, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE LANCASTER COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Frank V. Sylvester, New Castle, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Lancaster County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice MacDonald Stacks, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Session, New Castle, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Jean L. Rogan, New Castle, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE LEBANON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009

MEMBER OF THE LAWRENCE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 26, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Lebanon County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- pointed and qualified, vice Joyce Dissinger, Lebanon, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lawrence County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Joseph Bullano, New Castle, resigned. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 621

MEMBER OF THE LEHIGH COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 May 26, 2009 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Lycoming County Board of To the Honorable, the Senate Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: is appointed and qualified, vice John Losch, Montoursville, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Lehigh County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE MCKEAN COUNTY qualified, vice Wendy Engler Shade, Allentown, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 26, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE LUZERNE COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the McKean County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Marcia Shuman, Rixford, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Luzerne County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Joseph Salvo, Shavertown, deceased. MEMBER OF THE MCKEAN COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises.

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE LYCOMING COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the McKean County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Shirley Reed, Eldred, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Lycoming County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Reverend George E. Doran, Jr., Hughesville, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE MCKEAN COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL May 26, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE LYCOMING COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the McKean County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Vincent Goodrich, Bradford, resigned. 622 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 26, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 26, 2009 February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth To the Honorable, the Senate Senatorial District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assis- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice Walter Matthews, Sharon, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 19, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Janet McDougall, Grove City, resigned. MEMBER OF THE MONROE COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 26, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Monroe County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice W. Andrew Worthington, Stroudsburg, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside EDWARD G RENDELL Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE MONTOUR COUNTY qualified, vice Michael Reichart, Sharpsville, deceased. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE MERCER COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial May 26, 2009 District, as a member of the Montour County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and To the Honorable, the Senate qualified, vice Grace Reinaker, Danville, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 19, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Governor Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Mercer County Board of Assistance, to MEMBER OF THE MONTOUR COUNTY serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and BOARD OF ASSISTANCE qualified, vice David Immonen, Greenville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 623

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth EDWARD G. RENDELL Senatorial District, as a member of the Montour County Board of Assis- Governor tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is ap- pointed and qualified, vice Brian Cope, Danville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- and qualified, vice Fred Davis, Easton, deceased. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country nomination on the premises. Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assis- EDWARD G. RENDELL tance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is ap- Governor pointed and qualified, vice Elsie Luciano, Bethlehem, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE NORTHUMBERLAND nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON To the Honorable, the Senate COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Gregory E. Dunlap, Esquire, To the Honorable, the Senate 613 Sweetbriar Drive, Harrisburg 17111, Dauphin County, Fifteenth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Northumberland County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- is appointed and qualified, vice Frederick Hauk, Sunbury, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside nomination on the premises. Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assistance, EDWARD G. RENDELL to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed Governor and qualified, vice Arthur Panzini, Easton, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE NORTHUMBERLAND nomination on the premises. COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE NORTHAMPTON To the Honorable, the Senate COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Northumberland County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- is appointed and qualified, vice Michael Carpenter, Coal Township, nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated resigned. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Northampton County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed EDWARD G. RENDELL and qualified, vice Doris Lifland, Easton, resigned. Governor 624 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE NORTHUMBERLAND In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 May 27, 2009 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Philadelphia County Board of To the Honorable, the Senate Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: is appointed and qualified, vice Earl Ross, Philadelphia, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Northumberland County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA COUNTY pointed and qualified, vice Allen Dexter Kunkel, Northumberland, BOARD OF ASSISTANCE resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE PERRY COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 27, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Philadelphia County Board of Assistance, To the Honorable, the Senate to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: and qualified, vice Lee Roy Harper, Philadelphia, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Perry County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and quali- MEMBER OF THE PIKE COUNTY fied, vice Clifford K. Sloppy, Loysville, deceased. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 27, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Pike County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Kathleen Gross, Matamoras, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD U RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Philadelphia County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Dr. Allener Rogers, Philadelphia, resigned. MEMBER OF THE PIKE COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD U RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE PHILADELPHIA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 27, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Pike County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Joan Brink, Milford, deceased. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 625

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE POTTER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE PIKE COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church To the Honorable, the Senate Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Potter County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and quali- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- fied, vice William Stavisky, Shinglehouse, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Pike County Board of Assistance, to serve EDWARD G. RENDELL until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- Governor fied, vice Helen Gassmann, Matamoras, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE POTTER COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Christy L. Hylan, Pottsville, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Potter County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice William Schweigart, Genesee, deceased. MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD U RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE POTTER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 27, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Robert J. Bozylinski, Lost Creek, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 EDWARD U RENDELL Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Governor Senatorial District, as a member of the Potter County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is ap- MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY pointed and qualified, vice Raymond Forsythe, Coudersport, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 626 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated qualified, vice Robert Reigle, Paxtonville, resigned. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial nomination on the premises. District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and EDWARD G. RENDELL qualified, vice Theodore Lachowicz, Shenandoah, deceased. Governor I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. MEMBER OF THE SNYDER COUNTY EDWARD G. RENDELL BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Governor May 27, 2009 MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

May 27, 2009 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside To the Honorable, the Senate Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Snyder County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Robert M. Singer, Selinsgrove, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 nomination on the premises. Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of EDWARD G. RENDELL Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor Governor is appointed and qualified, vice Rev. Canon C.H. Morris, Harwich, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE SNYDER COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Snyder County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice Ann Bergstresser, Selinsgrove, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Schuylkill County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice John C. Phillips, Pottsville, resigned. MEMBER OF THE SOMERSET COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE SNYDER COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, May 27, 2009 Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the Somerset County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and To the Honorable, the Senate qualified, vice Joseph Sarsfield, Somerset, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Governor Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- rial District, as a member of the Snyder County Board of Assistance, to 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 627

MEMBER OF THE SOMERSET COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church May 27, 2009 Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Susquehanna County Board of Assistance, To the Honorable, the Senate to serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: and qualified, vice Nancy Ross, Uniondale, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Somerset County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE TIOGA COUNTY qualified, vice Pamela L. Ream, Somerset, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE SULLIVAN COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby May 27, 2009 Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Tioga County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Bertha Janeski, Wellsboro, deceased. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, EDWARD G RENDELL Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Sullivan County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE TIOGA COUNTY qualified, vice John Potuck, Dushore, deceased. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside May 27, 2009 Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the Tioga County Board of Assistance, to serve To the Honorable, the Senate until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: fied, vice Virginia Serine, Mansfield, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Susquehanna County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed MEMBER OF THE UNION COUNTY and qualified, vice Carol B. Tripp, Kingsley, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009

EDWARD G. RENDELL To the Honorable, the Senate Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

MEMBER OF THE SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth May 27, 2009 Senatorial District, as a member of the Union County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is ap- To the Honorable, the Senate pointed and qualified, vice W. Earl Dieffenderfer, Lewisburg, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 628 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009 To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE UNION COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated May 27, 2009 February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial To the Honorable, the Senate District, as a member of the Washington County Board of Assistance, of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and qualified, vice Frank Burkus, Millsboro, deceased. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Union County Board of Assistance, to serve Governor until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Catherine Ernst, Lewisburg, resigned. MEMBER OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE VENANGO COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 May 27, 2009 Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as a member of the Washington County Board of To the Honorable, the Senate Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: is appointed and qualified, vice Arthur M. Wilson, Amity, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside EDWARD G. RENDELL Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Venango County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE WAYNE COUNTY qualified, vice Evelyn McLaughlin, Oil City, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: MEMBER OF THE WARREN COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby May 27, 2009 Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Wayne County Board of Assistance, to To the Honorable, the Senate serve until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: qualified, vice John P. Garrah, Honesdale, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nomination on the premises. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church EDWARD G. RENDELL Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial Governor District, as a member of the Warren County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor is appointed and MEMBER OF THE WAYNE COUNTY qualified, vice Nancy Cashman, Warren, resigned. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. May 27, 2009 EDWARD G RENDELL Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 629

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated nomination on the premises. February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial EDWARD G. RENDELL District, as a member of the Wayne County Board of Assistance, to Governor serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and qualified, vice Kim Butler, Lakeville, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE WYOMING COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE

EDWARD G. RENDELL May 27, 2009 Governor To the Honorable, the Senate MEMBER OF THE WAYNE COUNTY of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: BOARD OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, To the Honorable, the Senate Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: District, as a member of the Wyoming County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until her successor is appointed and In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- qualified, vice Mary P. Finan, Lake Winola, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church nomination on the premises. Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as a member of the Wayne County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Donn T. Shepard, Honesdale, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE WYOMING COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE WESTMORELAND COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 To the Honorable, the Senate Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial District, as a member of the Wyoming County Board of Assistance, to serve until December 31, 2011, and until her successor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- is appointed and qualified, vice Stella Litwin, Tunkhannock, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of March 9, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club nomination on the premises. Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, as a member of the Westmoreland County Board of Assistance, EDWARD G RENDELL to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed Governor and qualified, vice William Ehman, Derry, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of MEMBER OF THE YORK COUNTY nomination on the premises. BOARD OF ASSISTANCE EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor May 27, 2009

MEMBER OF THE WYOMING COUNTY To the Honorable, the Senate BOARD OF ASSISTANCE of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- May 27, 2009 nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Senate, Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first To the Honorable, the Senate r of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Senatorial Dist ict, as a member of the York County Board of Assis- tance, to serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is ap- In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- pointed and qualified, vice Mary Alt, New Freedom, resigned. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of February 20, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby nomination on the premises. Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as a member of the Wyoming County Board of Assistance, to EDWARD G. RENDELL serve until December 31, 2009, and until his successor is appointed and Governor qualified, vice Agnes Ambrutis, Tunkhannock, resigned. 630 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MEMBER OF THE YORK COUNTY In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- BOARD OF ASSISTANCE nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial May 27, 2009 District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Alle- gheny, Magisterial District 05-3-09, to serve until the first Monday of To the Honorable, the Senate January 2010, vice Armand Martin, deceased. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Governor Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as a member of the York County Board of Assistance, to serve MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE until December 31, 2011, and until his successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice David Hawk, M.D., York, resigned. May 28, 2009 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MEMBER OF THE YORK COUNTY February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, BOARD OF ASSISTANCE Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Beaver, Magisterial District 36-1-01, to serve until the first Monday of January May 27, 2009 2010, vice Harry E. Knafelc, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of To the Honorable, the Senate nomination on the premises. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Governor nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 20, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as a member of the York County Board of Assistance, to serve May 28, 2009 until December 31, 2010, and until her successor is appointed and quali- fied, vice Virginia Hawkins, York, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Butler, MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Magisterial District 50-3-04, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Kelly T.D. Streib, elected to Court of Common Pleas. May 28, 2009 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial May 28, 2009 District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Alle- gheny, Magisterial District 05-2-40, to serve until the first Monday of To the Honorable, the Senate January 2010, vice Cathleen Cawood Bubash, resigned. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated EDWARD G. RENDELL February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 Governor Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE of Chester, Magisterial District 15-4-04, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Thomas E. Martin, Jr., resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of May 28, 2009 nomination on the premises.

To the Honorable, the Senate EDWARD G. RENDELL of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 631

MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Road, Philadelphia 19151, Philadelphia County, Seventh Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Franklin, Magisterial District 39-3-03, to serve until the first Monday of January May 28, 2009 2010, vice Richard L. Alloway II, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of To the Honorable, the Senate nomination on the premises. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Governor nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Dau- phin, Magisterial District 12-3-05, to serve until the first Monday of May 28, 2009 January 2010, vice Roy C. Bridges, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of To the Honorable, the Senate nomination on the premises. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

EDWARD G. RENDELL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Governor nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Lehigh, May 28, 2009 Magisterial District 31-1-03, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Michele A. Varricchio, elected to Court of Common Pleas. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE rial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Delaware, Magisterial District 32-1-31, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Gregory M. Mallon, elected to Court of Common May 28, 2009 Pleas. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of To the Honorable, the Senate nomination on the premises. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:

EDWARD G RENDELL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Governor nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of May 28, 2009 Venango, Magisterial District 28-3-03, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Robert L. Boyer, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Eric Battisti, 515 Country Club Road, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senato- MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE rial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Fayette, Magisterial District 14-1-01, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Ronald K. Machesky, deceased. May 28, 2009 I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Sam Cohn, 491 Hillside Drive, Mountville 17554, Lancaster County, Thirty-sixth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Wash- May 28, 2009 ington, Magisterial District 27-1-01, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice J. Albert Spence, resigned. To the Honorable, the Senate I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: nomination on the premises.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- EDWARD G. RENDELL nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Governor February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nina Tinari, 6401 Church 632 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of York, Magisterial District 19-3-01, to serve until the first Monday of January May 28, 2009 2010, vice Douglas F. Meisenhelter, resigned. I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of To the Honorable, the Senate nomination on the premises. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: EDWARD G. RENDELL In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Governor nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, Box 397, Millerstown 17062, Juniata County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial NOMINATIONS RETURNED TO THE GOVERNOR District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of Wayne, Magisterial District 22-3-02, to serve until the first Monday of January Senator ROBBINS. Mr. President, I request that the nomina- 2010, vice Bonnie P. Lewis, resigned. tions just read by the Clerk be returned to His Excellency, the I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Governor. nomination on the premises. A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined in the affirmative. EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor The PRESIDENT. The nominations will be returned to the Governor. MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE UNFINISHED BUSINESS May 28, 2009 SENATE RESOLUTION ADOPTED Senator TOMLINSON, by unanimous consent, offered Sen- To the Honorable, the Senate ate Resolution No. 129, entitled: of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Recognizing the month of May 2009 as "Exercise is Medicine In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Month" in Pennsylvania. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Nora Peterman, 4634 On the question, Larchwood Avenue, Philadelphia 19143, Philadelphia County, Eighth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County Will the Senate adopt the resolution? of Westmoreland, Magisterial District 10-2-02, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Bernice A. McCutcheon, resigned. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of Bucks, Senator Tomlinson. nomination on the premises. Senator TOMLINSON. Mr. President, as was just read, this recognizes the month of May 2009 as "Exercise is Medicine EDWARD G. RENDELL Governor Month." Research has shown that regular exercise has curative and protective health benefits. The health benefits of physical MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE activity and exercise can improve the quality of life for everyone. I ask for your support of this resolution that recognizes the resi- May 28, 2009 dents, physicians, health and fitness professionals, and support- ing organizations that promote the valuable benefits of exercise To the Honorable, the Senate and health. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Thank you, Mr. President.

In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- And the question recurring, nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Will the Senate adopt the resolution? February 26, 2009, for the appointment of B.J. Clark, 611 East Darby A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined Road, Havertown 19083, Delaware County, Seventeenth Senatorial District, as Magisterial District Judge, in and for the County of York, in the affirmative. Magisterial District 19-2-01, to serve until the first Monday of January 2010, vice Harold Kessler, resigned. CONGRATULATORY RESOLUTIONS I respectfully request the return to me of the official message of nomination on the premises. The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following resolu- tions, which were read, considered, and adopted by voice vote: EDWARD G RENDELL Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Darren J. Governor Olah, Clint Stouffer, Susan McCracken, Barry Schuchart, Max D. Lenherr, Arley Scott, Douglas Shields and to Robert Shockey MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT JUDGE by Senator Alloway. May 28, 2009 Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Saint Mi- chael's Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church of Shenandoah by Sen- To the Honorable, the Senate ator Argall. of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Reverend In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Gover- Gordon J. White, Sr., by Senator Baker. nor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall my nomination dated Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Luke Ronco February 26, 2009, for the appointment of Stephanie Moore, R.R. 2, by Senator Boscola. 2009 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE 633

Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Philip A. Senator FARNESE. Mr. President, a few weeks ago on May Whitnell, Elsie Frances Britsch, Jan Swarr, Janet Hunter, Mary 19, citizens across Pennsylvania exercised one of their most im- Foote, Phoenixville Hospital, Phoenixville Foundry and to Open portant, hard-fought rights that we have as Americans, and that Hearth, Inc., of Spring City, by Senator Dinniman. is the right to vote. Pennsylvanians exercise that right regardless Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Annette V. of their age, regardless of their religion, regardless of their race, Godissart by Senator Eichelberger. and even, and even regardless of their sexual orientation. Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Gerry On that same date, a Member of this very Chamber, Mr. Pres- McGowan by Senators Greenleaf and Tomlinson. ident, a Member of this very Chamber planned and promised to Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Reverend introduce a constitutional amendment banning same-sex mar- James S. Allen, Standrick Webster Drayton, Wilma Marshall, riage. It is disappointing, to say the least, that at the same time so Florence Feggans, Nellie Ingram, Koralisa Simmons and to BE- many in Pennsylvania were exercising one of our most cherished LIEVE Mime Ministry by Senator Kitchen. rights, we, yet again, will be faced with an attack on the freedom Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Reverend of an entire class of productive, law-abiding Pennsylvanians. Allen Joseph Hoffa and to Brett T. Findlay by Senator O'Pake. Pennsylvania, as you know, Mr. President, already defines Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Virginia marriage by statute. The General Assembly has twice, Mr. Presi- Merion DeNenno by Senator Pileggi. dent, has twice sought to extend that definition to the State Con- Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Insulators and stitution. And twice, that effort has failed. Constitutional amend- Asbestos Workers Local 14 of the Philadelphia Council Ameri- ments banning gay marriage have failed twice at the Federal can Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organiza- level as well, and rightly so, because I cannot fathom why any- tions by Senator Tartaglione. one would want to enshrine discrimination in a document that Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Rabbi Yair should, in every single respect, guarantee liberty to all. The pro- Robinson and to Mongkoltepmunee Temple of Bensalem by ponents of this amendment would have us believe that it is done Senator Tomlinson. to protect our families and our children, yet half of all so-called Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the Reverend traditional marriages fail, a higher failure rate than some Euro- and Mrs. John E. Young III by Senator Vogel. pean countries where same-sex registered partnerships have been Congratulations of the Senate were extended to the YWCA of around for more than a decade. Mr. President, you will also hear Westmoreland County by Senator Ward. supporters of this amendment offer the slippery slope argument, Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. Frank C. saying that we must act to stop gay marriage, or next, we will Vogel, Jr., by Senator Washington. have polygamy and pedophilia. Of course, no real evidence sup- Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Mr. and Mrs. ports that stance. Erwood Schrecengost by Senator D. White. Same-sex marriage or civil unions have been or soon will be Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Kevin R. Mc- legal in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Iowa, New Jersey, Ver- Donald and to Jay A. Durner by Senator Wonderling. mont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Many municipalities around Congratulations of the Senate were extended to Dr. and Mrs. the country recognize domestic partnerships to allow gay couples George Reynolds Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Dale H. Phillips and to share in basic rights and benefits. Those States and communi- to Mr. and Mrs. Duane Fay by Senator Yaw. ties have not collapsed into chaos or suffered a breakdown in social order, as the proponents of this discriminatory legislation CONDOLENCE RESOLUTIONS will want you to believe. And there is no reason that we, as Pennsylvanians, need to take such drastic action to protect our- The PRESIDENT laid before the Senate the following resolu- selves against taxpaying adult citizens who might ask their gov- tions, which were read, considered, and adopted by voice vote: ernment to sanction their right to a lifelong monogamous rela- Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the tionship. late Robert John Sheridan, to the family of the late William Ar- If anything, Mr. President, this effort only demonstrates that thur Fries, to the family of the late Daniel Stefko, to the family the potential for discrimination is all too real. All citizens in this of the late Deborah S. Pall, to the family of the late Leonard H. State should have an equal opportunity to work and earn a living Ide, Jr., to the family of the late Avis Bernadine Kocher and to without regard to their sexual orientation. And Mr. President, this the family of the late Mary Yelen by Senator Baker. rightly underscores the need for legislation such as House Bill Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the No. 300, which I urge, which I urge my colleagues in the House late Daniel C. Carbone by Senator Mcllhinney. to quickly approve. Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the Last month, I voted against a budget put forth by my Republi- late Hugh S. Niles by Senator Mcllhinney and others. can colleagues because I believed it to be unthoughtful, Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the coldhearted, and quite frankly, somewhat mean-spirited. The late Reverend Monsignor William Kerr by Senator Orie. same could be said of this proposal to memorialize discrimina- Condolences of the Senate were extended to the family of the tion in the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. late Charlotte Moran by Senator Tomlinson. It is motivated out of fear, not by reason or compassion. And Mr. PETITIONS AND REMONSTRANCES President, it is wrong. It is on the wrong side of history Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDENT. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Philadelphia, Senator Farnese. 634 LEGISLATIVE JOURNAL - SENATE JUNE 1,

The PRESIDING OFFICER (Senator John C. Rafferty, Jr.) in the Chair.

ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE SECRETARY

The following announcements were read by the Secretary of the Senate:

SENATE OF PENNSYLVANIA

COMMITTEE MEETINGS

TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2009

9:30 A.M. EDUCATION (public hearing to receive Room 8E-A testimony from PA Department of East Wing Education Secretary - Graduation Competency Assessment, GCA)

10:00 A.M. AGING AND YOUTH (to consider Room 461 Senate Bills No. 120 and 651) Main Capitol

10:00 A.M. BANKING AND INSURANCE (public Hrg. Rm. I briefing with the Hospital Association of North Off. Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Medical Society on proposals to retire the Mcare Fund; and House Bill No. 985)

10:30 A.M. EDUCATION (Committee Meeting to Room 8E-A consider Senate Bills No. 281, 441, 553, East Wing 736 and 893)

11:30 A.M. JUDICIARY (to consider Senate Bills No. Room 8E-B 220, 264, 746 and Senate Resolution No. East Wing 52)

THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2009

1:00 A.M. EDUCATION (public hearing on Higher West Chester Education Affordability; and Senate Bills University No. 820 and 881) Sykes Student Ball Room

FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2009

9:30 A.M. GAME AND FISHERIES (public hearing Lake regarding Senate Bill No. 740, possible Wallenpaupak hunting increases by the PA Gaming Environmental Commission) Lrng. Ctr. Conf. Rm.

TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2009

9:00 A.M. BANKING AND INSURANCE Senate Maj. (public hearing to accept testimony on Caucus Rm. issues affecting mail order pharmacies and Senate Bill No. 616) RECESS

The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentle- man from Delaware, Senator Pileggi. Senator PILEGGI. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do now recess until Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at 1 p.m., Eastern Day- light Saving Time. The motion was agreed to by voice vote. The Senate recessed at 4:13 p.m., Eastern Daylight Saving Time.