JEFFERSON CITY— Senator Joe Keaveny, D-St. Louis, was sworn in as state senator for the 4th Senatorial District, which includes the City of St. Louis, today (11/18) during a swearing-in ceremony at the State Capitol in Jefferson City.

The Honorable Missouri Supreme Court Judge Michael Wolff administered the oath of office to Sen. Keaveny, 53, who was elected during a special election on November 3 to fill an unexpired term.

A longtime banking industry professional and a ward committeeman for the 28th Ward, Sen. Keaveny earned an undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and also holds a master’s degree in finance and a juris doctorate, both from St. LouisUniversity.

Senator Keaveny will serve a term ending Jan. 5, 2011.

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