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Simpson vacating House post


Posted at 2:36 pm by Jerry Cornfield

House Speaker Frank Chopp announced this afternoon that Democratic Rep. Geoff Simpson will be temporarily relieved of his committee chairmanship.

It's Chopp's first comment and action since Simpson was arrested following a dispute with his ex-wife.

Here's Chopp's statement:

I met with Representative Simpson yesterday afternoon. He understands the gravity of the situation, and he has decided that he will take leave of his position as chair of the House Committee on Local Government pending resolution of the charges he faces. We both believe this is the best course of action for all involved.
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