Pennsylvania State Representative District 130 Choose 1
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 years Salary: $106,422 Vote for ONE.
Biographical Information
County
Berks
Occupation
Small business owner
Education
BS in mass communications from James Madison University, AAS in Veterinary Technology from NVCC
Qualifications
Judge of Elections, Small business founder/owner, Certified Vet Tech
Campaign Website
http://www.reitnauerforpa.com
Facebook URL
http://www.facebook.com/reitnauerforpa
X Handle
@cnlrayne
Instagram URL
http://instagram.com/reitnauerforpa
What do you see as the most pressing issues facing Pennsylvanians, and how would you address them?
My top concern is protecting access to healthcare, especially reproductive health care. We must guarantee that medical decisions are made between a patient and their doctor. I would like to see restrictions that have no medical benefit removed, like waiting periods for abortion care.
My second priority is the environment. If we don't have a safe place to live, not much else matters. I would start by focusing on alternate energy sources, improved battery capabilities, and reductions in harmful emissions.
Equitable school funding is next, because all Pennsylvania children deserve the same access to a quality education.
Gun safety must be addressed: background checks, mental health checks, and education of proper gun handling and storage.
What changes would you support making to Pennsylvania’s voting laws to expand access, ensure security, and support local election officials and processes?
Automatic voter registration for all adult citizens in the state.
In-person early voting, at least the weekend prior to the election day.
Restoring voting rights after prison sentence is completed.
Expanded number of ballot drop boxes.
What legislation would you support to comply with the Commonwealth Court's ruling that Pennsylvania’s school funding system is unconstitutional and must be reformed?
Increased funding from the state for schools instead of heavy reliance on local property values.
Increasing the educator minimum salary to $60k to allow better recruitment of teachers to underserved districts.
What changes, if any, would you support making to Pennsylvania’s abortion laws?
It is a medical procedure that should not be controlled by anyone other than the patient and their doctor.
Remove 24 hour waiting period between receipt of counseling materials and procedure.
Remove the requirement for a second physician to deem the procedure necessary for abortions after 24 weeks. This can already be waived in a medical emergency.
Biographical Information
What do you see as the most pressing issues facing Pennsylvanians, and how would you address them?
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What changes would you support making to Pennsylvania’s voting laws to expand access, ensure security, and support local election officials and processes?
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What legislation would you support to comply with the Commonwealth Court's ruling that Pennsylvania’s school funding system is unconstitutional and must be reformed?
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What changes, if any, would you support making to Pennsylvania’s abortion laws?
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