Chairman Petrone listens to testimony during a recent Urban Affairs Committee public hearing in Harrisburg discussing arts and the economy.

Rep. Tom Petrone, D-Allegheny, (front row, right) stands with fellow lawmakers and police officers at the Fraternal Order of Police memorial ceremony held at the state Capitol.

Rep. Petrone applauds during Gov. Rendell's 2008-2009 budget address at the state Capitol.