Steve Crisafulli Praises Mark Pafford as They Ready for House Leadership

Incoming House Speaker Steve Crisafulli, R-Merritt Island, had kind words for Rep. Mark Pafford, D-West Palm Beach, who was elected to be the next House Democratic leader on Wednesday night. Crisafulli and Pafford will assume their new positions after the 2014 elections.

"I congratulate my colleague Mark Pafford on his election as Democratic leader designate, Crisafulli said. He is passionate in his beliefs and has always been a strong advocate for his constituents. I look forward to working with him to advance good public policy for our state."