JEFFERSON CITY — During the opening day ceremony of the 2013 legislative session, Sen. Gina Walsh, D-Bellefontaine Neighbors, was sworn into office as state senator for the 13th District. She won election to the Missouri State Senate in November 2012.

“I’m honored to represent the citizens of the 13th District in the Missouri Senate,” said Sen. Walsh. “As your state senator, it’s my job to listen to your thoughts and concerns and translate them into real change that makes our state safer and stronger. It’s turning ideas into action.”

Senator Walsh served four terms in the Missouri House of Representatives, representing North St. Louis County’s 69th District. While serving in the House, Sen. Walsh built a reputation as an independent voice willing to embrace bipartisan solutions to the problems facing Missouri.

“My legislative proposals and budget priorities will reflect the principles of rebuilding our economy, our schools and our local communities,” said Sen. Walsh. “These are common sense issues that truly matter to the citizens of Missouri.”

Prior to serving in the General Assembly, Sen. Walsh was a member of the Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local #1, with more than 30 years experience in the trade. She also served on the board of the Riverview Fire Protection District for nine years as director and five years as chairperson.

Senator Walsh will serve the 13th Senatorial District, which includes parts of North St. Louis County.

For more information on Sen. Walsh and her sponsored legislation, visit her Missouri Senate website at www.senate.mo.gov/walsh.