Rep. Mackenson Bernard, D-West Palm Beach, ceremonially is administered the oath of office in the House chamber by House Clerk Bob Ward as the state's newest member of the Florida House of Representatives. (House photo)

In an odd twist, Rep. Mack Bernard, D-West Palm Beach, actually cast his first vote today before taking his oath in front of the House.

But Bernard’s swearing-in this morning was only ceremonial — he officially took office shortly after winning a special election to replace Priscilla Taylor, who resigned after Gov. Charlie Crist appointed her to the Palm Beach County Commission.

Bernard addressed his new colleagues after taking the oath. Listen here.

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