August 24, 2023 •
Oklahoma State Representative to Resign
State Rep. Ryan Martinez announced he will resign on September 1. This announcement comes after Martinez pleaded guilty to two felony DUI charges from nearly a year ago. Martinez would have been subjected to suspension and potentially expulsion from the […]
State Rep. Ryan Martinez announced he will resign on September 1.
This announcement comes after Martinez pleaded guilty to two felony DUI charges from nearly a year ago.
Martinez would have been subjected to suspension and potentially expulsion from the House if convicted.
Martinez has represented House District 39 since 2016.
Gov. Kevin Stitt is expected to call a special election to fill the vacancy.
January 30, 2015 •
Sheldon Silver Resigns as Speaker of NY State Assembly
State Rep. Sheldon Silver will no longer be speaker of the New York State Assembly beginning Monday, February 2, 2015. Silver was arrested on federal corruption and bribery charges earlier this month. It is not clear whether Silver is resigning […]
State Rep. Sheldon Silver will no longer be speaker of the New York State Assembly beginning Monday, February 2, 2015. Silver was arrested on federal corruption and bribery charges earlier this month. It is not clear whether Silver is resigning voluntarily or being forced out by a vote.
Silver said, “I won’t hinder any succession process . . . [but] I will be a member of this house. I was elected by my constituents and I do not intend to resign my seat in this house.”
Assembly Majority Leader Joe Morelle will serve as the acting speaker until an election for a new speaker is held on February 10, 2015.
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