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.
County
Chester
Occupation
State Representative and Pastor at New Life in Christ Fellowship
Education
Biblical Theological Seminary Hatfield, PA - DMin (Doctor of Ministry) | Biblical Theological Seminary Hatfield, PA - MDiv (Master of Divinity) | Geneva College, Beaver Falls PA - Bachelor of Science, Urban Ministry and Leadership Emphasis | Overbrook High School, Philadelphia, PA
Qualifications
Currently State Representative in the 74th - Has brought over $27 million in funding back to the community, authored and supported over 1200 bills and resolved over 10,000 constituent cases.
As a State Representative and a Pastor, I understand that representation matters and diverse voices in decision-making is vital to the process. In both government and community, fostering mutual respect is vital to finding the common ground that unites us. I am committed to fully funding public schools, revitalizing communities, investing in workforce development, ensuring public safety, advancing labor rights, and promoting workplace equality. These priorities reflect my vision for an inclusive, healthy, and prosperous future for all Pennsylvanians.
I support common sense reforms that expand access, strengthen security, and build public trust in our elections. This includes increasing early voting options, improving mail-in ballot access, and ensuring counties have the resources needed to administer elections efficiently.
At the same time, we must continue investing in modern, secure voting systems, robust post-election audits, and protections against misinformation. Clear, consistent rules and adequate funding for election administration are essential. We can protect the integrity of our elections while making it easier for every eligible Pennsylvanian to vote.
As a State Representative, I see how delayed budgets disrupt essential services for vulnerable Pennsylvanians. The current process relies too heavily on last-minute, closed-door negotiations, limiting transparency and input.
I support reforms to ensure timely passage, including firm deadlines, earlier collaboration among the House, Senate, and Administration, and greater transparency through early proposal releases and public hearings. Committees should play a larger role throughout the process, not just at the end. I also support multi-year financial planning to better anticipate human services needs and reduce annual gridlock.
The legislature should establish clear, statewide standards to address data center impacts on water use, energy demand, land use, and impact of 24/7 noise and light. These facilities can strain local infrastructure and natural resources, so baseline protections are needed to ensure sustainability and fairness across Pennsylvania.
At the same time, state action should complement, not override, municipal authority under the Municipal Planning Code. Local governments must retain the ability to tailor zoning and land-use decisions. A balanced approach sets minimum standards while preserving local control, ensuring responsible development that protects both residents and resources.
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