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On July 8, 2009, Governor David Paterson sought to bring an end to the current 31-31 stalemate in the State Senate by appointing a lieutenant governor.  Paterson chose former Metro Transit Authority Chairman Richard Ravitch.

Constitutionally the lieutenant governor would have the authority to break a tie in the Senate.  The question for the courts now to decide is whether or not, the governor has the constitutional authority to appoint a lieutenant governor, or if the post must remain vacant until the next gubernatorial election in 2010.

Moments after the Governor's announcement Senate Republican Leader Dean Skelos offered this response.

Last Updated ( Monday, 20 July 2009 )