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Over 20 state representatives signed on to a co-sponsorship memo for a resolution calling on state leaders to delay vote certification — which occurred last week in the presidential race.

The governor wants the deadline to send out vote-by-mail applications moved up, among other things.

"There are many of us who represent diverse communities, … [who] understand that it is our duty to stand up, to protect the rights of Pennsylvanians to vote.”

Will Barclay, who represents parts of Onondaga, Oswego and Jefferson counties, replaces Brian Kolb, who resigned after being charged with drunk driving on New Year’s Eve.

A state senator’s recent defection from the Democratic party shook the Capitol last week and now it’s causing political upheaval in his district.

"People who are worrying about affordable housing can’t live in the City of Ithaca so they’re not voting in Ithaca."

A spokesman for newly elected Lawrence Tabas said a compliance officer will be tasked with enforcing the party's legal and ethical rules.

In the days ahead of the state GOP leadership election, the party was braced for an ugly battle, but they managed to end on a convivial note by essentially splitting duties.

"We (Republicans) lost this majority in one election. I think we can gain this majority back in one election."

Republican leaders in Broome and Chenango Counties are supporting Ed Cox for re-election as the head of the statewide party.