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Pennsylvania State Representative District 64

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 yearsSalary: $113,591Vote for ONE.Note: On Democratic and Republican primary ballots, voters will also choose members of the State and County Committees. We do not list these candidates on Vote411. For information on these candidates, we suggest you contact your local Democratic or Republican Party committee.

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    Amanda Shaffer
    (Dem)

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    R. Lee James
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

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 Venango
Occupation Direct Support Professional.
Education Associate in Psychology. Almost completed a BA in Rehab Science with a concentration on Addiction.
Qualifications I support small business and shopping local. I support LGBTQ+ and have always been a strong ally. I was an environmental biology major for a short time. I support conservation, protecting the environment, and preserving nature.
Infastructure and road conditions. Lack of care taken for homes and buildings resulting in disrepair. The drug problem is concerning.
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The budget is not the problem. Enacting the budget in a timely manner requires communication and negotiations, possibly compromises. Working as a team instead of teams.
Yes. There should be legislature concerning the impacts on water, enery, or land use from data centers.
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