HARRISBURG, June 13, 2013 – Senate Democratic Leader Sen. Jay Costa (D-Allegheny) said Senate Democrats believe Gov. Tom Corbett has made excellent choices in selecting highly qualified, experienced, skilled and dedicated public servants as nominees to fill vacancies on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Turnpike Commission, Liquor Control Board (LCB) and Public Utility Commission (PUC).
Costa said Senate Democrats think the governor’s choices are balanced and thoughtful and that they cross political lines.
Corbett nominated Superior Court President Judge Correale F. Stevens to fill the vacancy on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, former U.S. Rep. Tim Holden for the Liquor Control Board, former state Sen. Sean Logan to fill a spot on the Turnpike Commission, and Senate Democratic Deputy Chief Counsel Gladys M. Brown for the Public Utility Commission.
Costa issued the following statement about the governor’s nominees:
“The governor made excellent choices for each of these positions and Senate Democrats are very pleased with the nominees. These individuals are exceptional and accomplished and, once confirmed, we have no doubt they will make significant contributions as members of the Supreme Court, LCB, Turnpike and PUC.
“The nominees are very talented and each has achieved a great deal in their careers in public service. Judge Stevens is a skilled, experienced jurist with a long career on the bench and in other public service positions. He is able and talented and will be a superb addition to the court.
“Rep. Tim Holden had a long career in Congress and has deep roots in Schuylkill County. He was a leader and a fighter in Washington D.C. and crafted important federal law. Rep. Holden will be able to continue his work in public service and will play a significant role in shaping policies that meet the needs of Pennsylvania as a member of the LCB.
“Gov. Corbett’s nominee for the Turnpike Commission, Sen. Sean Logan, is a former colleague from Allegheny County. Sean is a leader who has been intimately involved in key issues as a senator and as the mayor of Monroeville. His work at each stop in his career in public service has been significant. His knowledge of transportation and finance issues will enable Sean to make an immediate and long-lasting contribution as a member of the commission.
“Gladys Brown has the education, background, experience and expertise to be a leader on the broad issues that come before the PUC. Gladys’ knowledge of utility issues is thorough and her work product is impeccable. For many years, she has helped the members of the Senate craft legislation and has worked on many important measures relating to public utilities and other matters. Gladys’ work is highly valued and I have no doubt that she will be an outstanding member of the PUC.”
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