Pennsylvania State Senator District 8
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 Senate consists of 50 members, representing one district each, with an equal number of constituents. Senators must be at least 25 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 Senate develops budget packages, makes taxation decisions, allocates spending, and passes laws (including redistricting in collaboration with the House of Representatives). In addition, the Senate tries officials impeached by the House and authorizes executive appointments. Senators serve on various policy committees that may propose legislation.Term: 4 years Salary: $113,591Vote for ONE.
What do you see as the most pressing issues facing residents of your district, and how would you address them?
What changes, if any, would you support to enable better access, ensure security, and support the processes of our elections?
What are your thoughts on the state budget process? What changes, if any, would you support so that the budget is enacted in a timely manner?
Should the state legislature enact laws concerning the impacts on water, energy, or land use from the development and operation of data centers? Would state regulation of data center development and operation interfere with the authority of municipalities to establish ordinances under the MPC (Municipal Planning Code)?
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County
Delaware
Occupation
Realtor
Education
Cheyney University of Pa
The Most Pressing Issues & Solutions
1. Housing Stability and Attainable Homeownership
The most urgent issue is the growing gap between wages and housing costs. In Delaware County and Philadelphia, we are seeing an aging housing stock that is becoming too expensive to maintain, while "predatory" development is pricing out long-term residents. I will advocate for expanding the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program to protect seniors and low-income families from displacement. Drawing on my experience as a Realtor, I will support legislation that incentivizes the rehabilitation of vacant lots and blighted properties into energy-efficient, affordable housing units. We must also streamline the process for first-time homebuyer grants.
Protecting the People Who Power our Democracy
Our elections rely on the dedication of local poll workers—our neighbors and friends. In recent years, these public servants have faced unprecedented harassment.
I support the "Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act." We must establish clear criminal and civil penalties for those who attempt to intimidate election workers or spread knowingly false information about the time, place, or manner of voting. Protecting the people who run our elections is a prerequisite for a secure democracy.
Mandatory Early-Season Transparency
Too much of the budget is negotiated behind closed doors in the final 48 hours of June. I support a mandate for public hearings on the "spending side" of the budget to be completed by May 1st. By bringing the numbers into the light earlier, we allow for public input and reduce the "midnight surprises" that often lead to stalemates.
I support the state legislature enacting targeted "guardrails" for the data center industry. These facilities consume massive amounts of electricity and water—often as much as entire towns—which can strain our local infrastructure and drive up utility costs for families.
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