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David Kwait, the Director of the Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement (BIE) of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board today announced that he will retire, effective December 5, 2008. Kwait has served as the first director of the BIE since July 2005. In his letter of resignation to the Board, Kwait wrote that he truly anticipates that when the collective history of the startup of the PGCB is considered, it will be recognized for the significant effort put forth in successfully launching a new industry in Pennsylvania. According to PGCB, BIE grew to a unit of more than 70 employees under Kwait’s leadership, many of those recruited possessing backgrounds with the FBI, major city or regional police departments, and other law enforcement units. During that time, BIE conducted more than 19,000 investigations on individuals or corporate entities. The Board plans to explore a full range of options to maintain a high level of service while it considers Kwait’s successor. Posted by Kim | Tags: arts funding, BIE, motorcycle, PGCB, retirement | Category: Senate Education, Update | Comments are closed | Share:
Capital Blue Cross Board Chairman William Lehr, Jr. was unanimously elected President and CEO following the September 15th resignation of Anita M. Smith. Also elected were Board Member Ronald J. Drnevich to Senior Executive Vice President and Vice Chairman of the Board, and James M. Mead as Special Advisor to the President and CEO. Mead had served as as Board Member and Vice Chairman. More info can be found on http://www.capbluecross.com. Posted by Rebecca | Tags: blues, Boscov's | Category: Senate Education, Update | Comments are closed | Share:
It’s that time again – PLS is looking for interns. For the spring of 2009 we are offering two different types of internships: An IT Intern will assist with the development and maintenance of various websites and online databases. Responsibilities would include the creation of customized online applications to assist with the delivery of legislative data and information to subscription based clients. Ideally, the candidate will have .Net, SQL and HTML experience. Dot Net Nuke experience is a plus. A Legislative Intern will engage in a number of activities, including attending hearings, committee meetings and press conferences and writing articles or reports on those events, summarizing legislation and assisting in the maintenance of our website, as well as general office duties such as scanning, faxing and photocopying. The ideal candidate will have an interest in politics and/or the political process, excellent writing skills and be familiar with computer programs such as Adobe Creative Suite and the Microsoft Office. This is a great opportunity to get involved with politics and the legislative process. Interns will be compensated and we are willing to work with interns and their schools to ensure that they receive academic credit when possible. Hours can range Continue reading PLS is looking for spring interns Speaking at today’s Press Club Luncheon, House Speaker Dennis O’Brien – sans crystal ball – offered his thoughts on the upcoming November elections (too close to call), the possibility of a Republican House in 2009 (too early to know), the likelihood of him continuing as Speaker (members would be “ill advised” to look elsewhere), the Phillies’ performance so far in the World Series (Brett Myers’ 3 for 3 night has been the key to the postseason), and a host of other topics. Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story. Posted by Mike | Tags: DGS, elections, Phillies | Category: Face to Face, Press Conference | Comments are closed | Share:
PA Republican Party Chairman Robert Gleason announced the creation of the PA GOP Fair Elections webpage,  www.wewantafairelection.com, and hotline 1-877-51-PAGOP to track voter fraud complaints in PA. Chairman Gleason was joined by Sandra Newman, former Supreme Court Justice and PAGOP Fair Elections Task Force Chair. Newman stated “the webpage will function as another resource for voters to express the problmes they are experiencing with registration so that we can help get to the bottom of these issues as quickly and efficiently as possible.” Check out the Capitol Toolbox for the full story. Senator Rhoades has died following injuries sustained in a car crash last night. Governor Rendell issued a press release on the tragedy, commenting, “Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim’s family, especially his wife, Mary Edith, who was riding in the car when the accident happened.” Representatives of ACORN spoke about the organization, their voter registration drive, and voter suppression. Ali Cronley, PA State Head Organizer, said the allegations by the PA Republican Party are based in fear of the expanded electorate. She stated that ACORN is proud of their historic voter registration drive and is disappointed that conservatives and partisans are hostile towards the 140,000 newly registered voters in PA. Posted by Matt | Tags: ACORN, special occasion permits | Category: Face to Face, Press Conference, Senate Rules | Leave a comment | Share:
Today the Pennsylvania Republican Party announced it is filing a lawsuit against Secretary of State Pedro Cortes and community group ACORN to prevent “unqualified, ineligible voters” from casting ballots on November 4, and for the enforcement of a “fair, open and honest” election process. Former PA Supreme Court Justice Sandra Newman denounced ACORN and its affiliates, and accused the Obama campaign of complicity. Check out the Capitol Toolbox for a copy of the complaint and the full story. Posted by Mike | Tags: ACORN, special occasion permits | Category: Face to Face, Press Conference, Senate Rules | Leave a comment | Share:
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