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County
Lackawanna
Occupation
State Representative
Education
Bachelor of Science, Political Science, West Chester University
COST OF LIVING
During the last four years, PA Democrats passed seven tax cuts. I will defend this progress, fight to end loopholes that benefit wealthy corporations, and continue voting to raise the minimum wage.
HEALTH CARE
Devastating health care cuts by Republicans in Washington and private equity owners running area hospitals into the ground have put lives at risk. I will continue to fight for state funding to research and find cures for debilitating diseases; and to get private equity out of our health care system.
DATA CENTERS
Residents feel overwhelmed and outraged by the deluge of potential data centers in our region. I will keep pushing legislation to protect communities and keep this fast-moving industry in check.
Voters deserve a secure, fair, and convenient way to legally cast their ballots. That means protecting mail-in voting; requiring county drop boxes; and authorizing same-day voter registration. These are things I have and will continue to vote for in the PA House.
State budgets are moral documents, with real lives and livelihoods behind the numbers. Budgets should be passed on time, with good-faith negotiations commencing much earlier in the year. State government must "live within its means" while also providing for critical functions and services; both are achievable.
Our region is still dealing with the aftermath of the boom and bust of the coal mining industry. Public officials must be proactive this time around as we face new industrial development. We are crafting and passing legislation to:
- Establish community standards for water usage, acceptable distance from residents, noise levels, and host agreements
- Require disclosure of water and power usage plans
- Pause large-scale data center development until municipalities and the state can update zoning and regulations, respectively
- Protect utility customers from bearing the costs of data center construction or infrastructure
County
Lackawanna
Occupation
Retired US Navy, Business owner, Cerberus Dynamic Solutions based in Florida and Joe Mows based in Archbald
Education
Bachelors in Workforce Education from Southern Illinois University, Duel masters degrees from Marywood University in Health Administration and Business Administration.
Qualifications
Master Training Specialist
The most pressing issues for 112th district are the proposed data centers and soaring property taxes. Massive data center campuses threaten to cover 14% of our borough, displace families from the trailer park, bring noise, light, and air pollution, strain our electric grid and water supply, and risk higher utility bills and lower home values for neighbors.
I would address data centers by enforcing strict zoning with mandatory buffers from homes, requiring full environmental and utility impact studies, and ensuring any approved projects deliver real, guaranteed benefits without harming quality of life.
On property taxes, I'd fight for meaningful relief—supporting state efforts to eliminate or cap school property taxes, shifting to fairer
I support changes to strengthen election integrity while maintaining access for all eligible voters in our district.
First, require photo voter ID at the polls, a common-sense step used in many states and for everyday activities like driving or banking. Free IDs should be available for those who need them.
Second, ensure all votes use auditable paper ballots for hand recounts and verification.
Third, limit mail-in ballots: allow them for verified absentee needs, but require receipt by Election Day with strict chain-of-custody rules. No ballots accepted after polls close.
These reforms build public trust, reduce fraud risks, and protect every legal vote without unnecessary barriers."
The Pennsylvania state budget process is broken, we’ve seen repeated delays past the June 30 deadline, hurting schools, providers, and families with late funding.
I support reforms for timely enactment, such as automatic continuing resolutions and spending caps tied to revenue growth to prevent gridlock.
We must also rein in out-of-control spending: end taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegal immigrants beyond true emergencies, aggressively combat Medicare/Medicaid fraud that costs billions, and stop wasteful upgrades like the millions spent on Gov. Shapiro’s official residences.
Prioritize fiscal responsibility so hard-earned tax dollars serve Pennsylvania families first, not special interests."
Yes, the state legislature should enact laws addressing the significant impacts of data centers on water, energy, and land use. These facilities can strain local resources, increase utility costs, and affect quality of life for residents. Article I, Section 27 of the Pennsylvania Constitution affirms that the people have a right to clean air, pure water, and the preservation of our natural environment. As trustee, the Commonwealth must conserve these resources for current and future generations. State regulation can set minimum standards for environmental protection and infrastructure without interfering with municipal authority under the Municipalities Planning Code.
