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County
Washington
Occupation
Community Engagement Specialist
Education
B.A. Point Park University; Certified ADA Coordinator, PA Department of Human Services Certified Person Center Counselor and Certified Investigator
Qualifications
Rebecca MacTaggart brings years of experience in community engagement, disability advocacy, and public policy work. She has helped individuals and families navigate housing, transportation, services, and state systems, while also working with agencies, policymakers, and community partners to move pr
The biggest issues facing residents of District 48 are rising costs, access to healthcare and services, employment, and trust in government. Families want strong schools, reliable infrastructure, and economic growth that benefits the community—not backroom deals or decisions made without public input. I would fight for transparent, accountable government that keeps residents informed, invites real community participation, and puts people ahead of special interests. I would also work to protect healthcare access, strengthen public education, build the workforce, and support responsible growth that respects the character, needs, and future of our communities.
Rebecca MacTaggart supports changes that improve access and help election officials do their jobs well. That includes protecting in-person and mail voting, improving accessibility for seniors and people with disabilities including transportation to and from our polling places, supporting transparent ballot processing and reporting, and ensuring counties have the staff and resources they need.
Pennsylvania’s budget process needs more transparency, accountability, and urgency. When budgets are delayed, schools, counties, nonprofits, service providers, and workers are left in limbo while backroom negotiations continue. I support earlier public negotiations, regular public updates, and stronger deadlines to reduce late budgets. I also believe that if the legislature fails to pass a budget on time and that failure causes funding disruptions or lost wages for others, legislators should not keep getting paid. Public service should come with accountability.
Pennsylvania is not ready for data center development without far more transparency, stronger safeguards, and real community input. I support economic growth, but not backroom deals and not projects that shift water, energy, or land-use burdens onto local residents.
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