Pennsylvania State Representative, District 171
Your representative and state lawmaker in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Full office description
- Your state representative represents the interests of your local district in the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives. The State House of Representatives, along with the State Senate, makes up your state lawmaking body: the Pennsylvania General Assembly.
- Your state representative can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws, including introducing tax bills.
- State representatives and their staff respond to constituent concerns and questions through emails, phone calls, and website announcements.
- State representatives oversee the executive branch and can vote to overrule a veto by the Governor.
- They are elected to two-year terms and have a salary of $106,000, with a 1-3% annual increase
How this impacts you
Housing & Urban Development — The State House of Representatives passes laws related to housing development, rent and tenant issues, and affordable housing.
Businesses — The State House of Representatives oversees professional licensing and certifications. This affects businesses and professionals in Pennsylvania.
Criminal Justice — The State House of Representatives affects the criminal justice system by creating bills that address legal issues such as sexual harassment, homicides, and abortion restrictions.
Candidates (1)
Kerry A. Benninghoff
(R)
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Kerry A. Benninghoff is running for this race unopposed.The top 1 candidates from this race will take office. There are only 1 candidates running.Read profile