Description of office: The General Assembly is the legislative branch of government in Pennsylvania. It is composed of two houses: the Senate is the upper house, and the House of Representatives is the lower house. A majority vote in both houses is necessary to pass a law. The PA House of Representatives consists of 203 members representing one district each, with an equal number of constituents. Representatives must be at least 21 years old, have been a citizen and a resident of the state four years and a resident of their respective districts one year before their election, and shall reside in their respective districts during their terms of service. The House develops budget packages, makes taxation decisions, allocates spending, and passes laws (including redistricting in collaboration with the Senate). The House also has the exclusive authority to impeach public officials. Representatives also serve on various policy committees that may propose legislation. Term: 2 years Salary: $106,422 Vote for ONE.
County
York
Occupation
Professional Engineer, Retired
Education
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University
Qualifications
I practiced engineering for over 40 years - working for large and small organizations - public and private. I am a data-driven, middle-of-the-road candidate who is entering politics for the first time with the hope of making meaningful contributions.
Public education is on the line. The rise of book banning, attacks on teachers, and funding of our public schools has become partisan. Every child is entitled to a quality education. I commit myself to supporting our teachers by passing legislation that helps them teach.
Healthcare is on the ballot in November. Pennsylvania is a safe haven for reproductive rights thanks to voters electing Governor Shapiro. I will support legislation that maintains access to quality healthcare for every Pennsylvanian.
In certification of 2020's election, numerous representatives in Pennsylvania supported throwing out votes of hard working citizens. This is unconscionable. When I am elected, I will defend your vote. Democracy must be defended.
I fully endorse increasing participation in the election process by providing for open primaries. All citizens support elections through their tax dollars. I believe it better for democracy to permit everyone, including independent and third party voters, the opportunity to vote in primaries. It may reduce the current polarization in the dominant parties when primary candidates need to consider more moderate views throughout the campaign cycle. I believe that our elections have consistently been free and fair - safe and secure.
Governor Shapiro's administration has made steps to right Pennsylvania's school funding woes through his 24-25 state budget proposal. Writing on June 28, the current state assembly has made no moves to approve this budget on time (by June 30), leaving our school districts scrambling to meet their own budget needs. When I am elected, I will support the work to ensure our districts are funded equitably and make budget approval a priority, not grounds for partisan squabbling. I am a product of public education in a rural Pennsylvania school district, and I support quality education for every student. Supporting quality teachers and a well-rounded education is key. STEM education is important; so are social sciences and the arts.
Children can be a blessing but not everyone is physically, mentally, emotionally and financially capable of supporting a new child. Legislation banning abortion with certain exceptions will undoubtedly overlook certain circumstances where abortion may be the best option for a pregnant woman. I support legislation that would firmly establish every woman's access to the full spectrum of reproductive healthcare. This includes contraception, IVF, and access to abortion should she and her doctor agree that is appropriate. I would favor removing counseling and mandatory waiting periods; these restrictions disproportionately affect low-income women.
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