Tim Massanelli worked for 19 speakers.

• Position: PEOPLE & POLITICS - Brief article

TIM MASSANELLI WORKED FOR 19 SPEAKERS during his 36 years as parliamentarian for the Arkansas House. In November, he stepped down from his job because of poor health, but members of the House are hoping the 78-year-old will return when the fiscal session starts Feb. 13. He's been described as "brilliant," "a master politician," "irreplaceable." Former speaker Shane Broadway called him "invaluable, he's an institution." Former speaker Bob Johnson said, "Tim is very wise.... He is always willing to give some solicited or unsolicited advice. You could take it or leave it. I chose to take it at almost about 100 percent.... Tim...