In a surprise move, the Pennsylvania Republican House Caucus has created a new leadership position within the caucus for former House Speaker John Perzel. The new caucus-designated position for the former Speaker is “Speaker Emeritus.” As Speaker Emeritus, Representative Perzel will have an office and staff “respectful of a former Speaker”.
Last week, John Perzel lost to fellow Republican Dennis O’Brian in his bid to be re-elected as Speaker. O’Brian was nominated by Democrat House leader Bill DeWeese, with the support of 99 Democrats and 6 Republicans.
During a closed-door meeting on Monday, Republican House leadership unanimously agreed that it was in the “best interest of caucus unity” to create this position. This keeps John Perzel in a leadership position without holding an additional caucus election. The leaders stated to caucus members that, “We believe this is in the best interest of the caucus and will help each member represent your constituents in the most effective manner.” Read more....
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Good question. The AP just reported this afternoon that Perzel’s salary will be the same as a rank and file member - $73,00. But Perzel’s Harriaburg staff will be “three or four” people as opposed to one or two.
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