Statement By Senate Republican Leader Dean Skelos
February 24, 2010
(New York,N.Y.)-Once again, today we saw the arrogance of one party rule, even when that party did not have the necessary votes to pass a bill or confirm a gubernatorial nominee.
The Senate Rules clearly require that its business be done by a majority of 32 votes.
Senate Democrats today bypassed the rules and forced two nominations with only 31 votes in favor. One nominee was for the Racing and Wagering Board, the other for the state Board of Parole.
This dangerous precedent calls into question or invites litigation regarding any decision made by these individuals because the confirmation was illegal.
The people of this state should be outraged by the arrogance of Senate Democrats who continue to believe that they can take whatever action they like with a total disregard for the rules of order and procedure.
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