Pennsylvania State Senator District 14 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 Senate consists of 50 members, representing one district each, with an equal number of constituents. Senators must be at least 25 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 Senate develops budget packages, makes taxation decisions, allocates spending, and passes laws (including redistricting in collaboration with the House of Representatives). In addition, the Senate tries officials impeached by the House and authorizes executive appointments. Senators serve on various policy committees that may propose legislation.Term: 4 years Salary: $113,591Vote for ONE.
Biographical Information
County
Lehigh
Occupation
Pennsylvania District 14 State Senator and small business owner
Education
Bachelor of Science in Finance - Penn State University; Masters in Law - Penn Carey Law School - University of Pennsylvania; Masters of Public Administration - University of Pennsylvania
Qualifications
State Senator Nick Miller is a fifth-generation Allentown resident, small business owner, and former IBM project manager who previously served on the Allentown School Board. After three years of delivering results for the Lehigh Valley, he is seeking reelection.
Campaign Website
http://nickmillerforpa.com
Facebook URL
http://facebook.com/nickmiller4pa
X Handle
@nickmillerforpa
Instagram URL
http://www.instagram.com/nickmillerforpa/
What do you see as the most pressing issues facing residents of your district, and how would you address them?
The biggest challenge facing families in our district is affordability. Too many people are paying more for housing, transportation, utilities, and everyday essentials while trying to get ahead. In my first term, I’ve focused on delivering real relief by bringing more than $150 million in state resources back to the Lehigh Valley to support housing, transportation, infrastructure, public safety, and cybersecurity. I’ve also supported property tax relief and the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit to put more money back in people’s pockets. Lastly, I’ve fought for historic investments in our public schools, universities, and trade programs, because lowering costs today and creating family-sustaining jobs go hand in hand.
What changes, if any, would you support to enable better access, ensure security, and support the processes of our elections?
Pennsylvania’s elections must remain secure, accessible, and worthy of the public’s trust. I support commonsense steps that protect election integrity while making it easier for eligible voters to participate. That includes fully funding the Department of State so counties have the resources to administer elections safely and accurately, supporting the men and women who protect our communities, and advancing reforms like opening our primaries to independent voters. We should be focused on increasing confidence in the system, improving access, and making sure every eligible voter can cast a ballot and have it counted.
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?
Passing a balanced budget on time is one of the legislature’s most important responsibilities. When the budget is late, schools, service providers, and families are left dealing with uncertainty. Over the last three years, I’ve worked with Governor Shapiro to deliver major investments in education, workforce development, housing, and support for home care workers, but the process has too often gone past the deadline. I support commonsense reforms to improve the process, including starting negotiations earlier, increasing transparency, and using an automatic continuing resolution to prevent disruptions to essential services while final budget talks continue.
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)?
Data centers can bring economic opportunity, but they also raise real concerns around energy demand, water usage, land use, and the impact on utility costs. PA needs a balanced approach that welcomes investment while protecting communities and taxpayers. I voted in favor of a temporary moratorium and I support clear, enforceable statewide standards to address emissions, energy consumption, and environmental impacts, while still respecting local control under the Municipal Planning Code. Municipalities should not be cut out of the process. They should have a strong voice and the tools they need to make decisions that fit their communities. That balance is exactly what I’ve worked on through public hearings and ongoing policy discussions.
Biographical Information
What do you see as the most pressing issues facing residents of your district, and how would you address them?
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What changes, if any, would you support to enable better access, ensure security, and support the processes of our elections?
Candidate has not yet responded.
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?
Candidate has not yet responded.
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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