SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE
FALLON–Nevada Senate Minority Leader Mike McGinness today appointed Senator Michael Roberson (Clark County, 5) to chairman of the Campaign Committee of the Nevada Republican Senate Caucus. Roberson will lead fundraising and recruiting efforts for Republican Senate candidates and will help organize the GOP ground game for the upcoming 2012 election cycle.
First elected in 2010, Roberson proved this session that he is not afraid to make the tough decisions that will ensure a fiscally sustainable state government. “I am humbled and honored that Leader McGinness has placed his trust in me at such an important time in our state,” said Roberson.
McGinness commended Roberson for his work this session, while stressing the need for a united front in the upcoming elections. “Senator Roberson has shown great leadership, ambition and work ethic, and will be a strong voice for both the Republican Party and the citizens of Nevada. I look forward to his support in the coming months while we work to take back the majority in the Nevada State Senate.”