Election as PPT
Today, I had the honor of being elected by my colleagues in the Senate to server as President Pro Tempore. I assume this office with the utmost commitment to speedy, effective, and non-partisan administration of the chamber’s business. As PPT, I have issues two orders: One to appoint Senator Cao as Deputy PPT; Senator Cao has done an exemplary job as PPT in these past few weeks and I cannot think of a better person for the role.
Order of the President Pro-Tempore
To provide for consistent administration of the Senate and compliance with the rules of the chamber
I hereby appoint Senator
Joseph Cao Deputy President Pro-Tempore of the Senate.
For the second order, I have established the position of Leader of the Opposition in the Senate. This role, I believe, will be important for uplifting and amplifying the voice of the legislative minority. It would also be my hope, that going forward it becomes a tradition and custom for a member of the minority to be named Opposition Leader. I believe that Senator Spark will be an excellent candidate for this role.
Order of the President Pro-Tempore
To provide for consistent administration of the Senate and compliance with the rules of the chamber
I hereby establish the office of
Leader of the Opposition of the Senate of the Republic and appoint Senator
Spark Congratulations Mr. PPT. On behalf of the Republic, I look forward to serving.
