Kathleen McGinty and Michael DiBerardinis were confirmed by the Senate this week after promising changes that would avoid conflicts of interest in awarding grants in the future.

DEP Secretary McGinty was confirmed by a vote of 42 to 6, with Senators Connie Williams (D-Montgomery), Mary Jo White (R-Venango), LeAnna Washington (D-Philadelphia), Jeff Piccola (R-Dauphin), Mike Folmer (R-Lebanon) and John Eichelberger (R-Blair) voting against confirmation.

DCNR Secretary Michael DiBerardinis was confirmed by a vote of 44 to 4 with Senators LeAnna Washington (D-Philadelphia), Jeff Piccola (R-Dauphin), John Eichelberger (R-Blair) and Mike Folmer (R-Lebanon) voting against confirmation.

"Katie and Mike are dedicated public servants who have earned the confidence of citizens because of their broad knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and their commitment to making sound decisions to protect the environment and conserve our natural resources,” said Gov. Rendell.

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5/11/2007