 She also said that his medical team had previously said a cognitive test for 81-year-old Biden is not warranted or necessary. A state senator who helped lead a powerful committee has resigned days after the General Assembly completed this year's primary work session. The resignation of Republican Senator Jim Perry of Lenore County effective today. He revealed his decision on Monday. He was a co-chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and a majority whip. He already said he wasn't seeking re-election this year. You're listening to NCN News.