LEGISLATIVE · PA · 1976-2012
Bill DeWeese
State Rep · House / Assembly · Democrat · Pennsylvania
NOTABLE
On the record
Former PA House Speaker; convicted 2012 in Bonusgate; 2-year sentence
SEVERITY · FELONY
Background
Bill DeWeese served as State Rep · House / Assembly of Pennsylvania from 1976–2012 (36 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. After: Speaker · House (2007-2008). Press-relevant: Former PA House Speaker; convicted 2012 in Bonusgate; 2-year sentence. Same-year political environment (1976): Governor Milton Shapp.
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Others who held this office in Pennsylvania
- Sean Ramaley (2005-2008)
- Mike Veon (1985-2006)
- Vince Fumo (1978-2008)