December 30, 2010

REP. RYAN APPOINTED DEPUTY SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE

State Representative Kevin Ryan (D-139) has been appointed by Speaker of the House Christopher G. Donovan (D-Meriden) to serve in the key position of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives.

“The choice of Kevin Ryan as one of my Deputy Speakers was an easy one,” explained Donovan. “His dedication and experience as Labor Chair and as a leader in the General Assembly made him the perfect choice. I thank Kevin for accepting this important leadership position.”

“It will be an honor to work closely with Speaker Donovan as part of his leadership team,” Rep. Ryan said. “It is a rare privilege to stand on the dais and preside over the Connecticut House of Representatives. I look forward to this opportunity and to continue serving the people of Montville, Bozrah, Lebanon and Franklin.”

When the Speaker of the House is absent from the chamber, the Deputy Speaker presides over the House of Representatives, recognizes all members wishing to speak to the chamber, puts all questions to vote and directs legislation to the proper committees.

Rep. Ryan will also serve on the Appropriations, Public Health, and Environment committees.

The entire membership of the General Assembly will be sworn into office on January 5th at the State Capitol in Hartford during the opening day ceremony of the 2011 session.