by Jim Miller
State Sen. Michael Nozzolio says he will not seek re-election this fall because he needs heart surgery. Nozzolio, R-54 of Fayette, has held office for more than 30 years. His departure at year's end will represent a political earthquake for the region. Nozzolio announced his decision this morning.
He said a cardiologist has been closely watching him since his brother died suddenly of heart failure eight years ago. "Their diagnosis was recently confirmed by additional medical specialists that within the next few months I will require open heart surgery to repair and replace faulty heart valves," Nozzolio said in a press release.
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