Senate GOP names Matzek caucus chief of staff

Senate Majority Leader David Senjem appointed Kevin Matzek as the GOP caucus' chief of staff Thursday. Matzek, who has been serving in the role since November when Cullen Sheehan left the post, formerly served as legislative director to the Senate Republican caucus.

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Mar 8, 2018
Original:
Jan 5, 2012

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