Pennsylvania is a “closed primary” state. In order to vote in the primary election, voters must be registered with a political party. Unaffiliated or independent voters are not able to participate in the primary.
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Federal Offices
President | former President Donald J. Trump
● The President is both the head of state and head of the United States government, as well as Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. Under Article II of the Constitution, the President is responsible for the execution and enforcement of laws created by Congress. The President has the power either to sign legislation into law or to veto bills passed by Congress, although Congress may override a veto with a two-thirds vote of both houses.
● Serves a 4 yr term. May not serve more than two terms.
U.S. Senator | Dave McCormick
● The Senate is composed of 100 Senators, 2 for each state. Senators’ terms are staggered so that about one-third of the Senate is up for reelection every two years. The Senate has the sole power to confirm those of the President’s appointments that require consent, and to provide advice and consent to ratify treaties. The Senate also tries impeachment cases for federal officials referred to it by the House.
● Serves a 6 yr term. No term limit.
U.S. House of Representative | Rob Mercuri
(Congressional District 17)
● The House is composed of 435 representatives. The U.S. House of Representatives makes and passes federal laws. Among other duties, representatives introduce bills and resolutions, offer amendments, and serve on committees.
● Serves a 2 yr term. No term limit.
Pennsylvania Executive Offices
Pennsylvania Attorney General | Dave Sunday
● The Attorney General is Pennsylvania’s top law enforcement official, with a wide range of responsibilities to protect and serve the citizens and agencies of the Commonwealth. The office has four sections: the Criminal Law Division, the Public Protection Division, the Civil Division and the Operations Division.
● Serves a 4 yr term. May not serve more than two consecutive terms.
Pennsylvania Auditor General | Tim DeFoor
● Incumbent – was elected in 2020 and is eligible for a second term.
● The Auditor General is responsible for ensuring all state money is spent legally and properly by conducting audits.
● Serves a 4 yr term. May not serve more than two consecutive terms.
If DeFoor wins the November election, this will be his final term.
Pennsylvania Treasurer | Stacy Garrity
● Incumbent – was elected in 2020 and is eligible for a second term.
● The treasurer is the chief financial officer of the government, responsible for managing the commonwealth’s money and serving as Pennsylvania’s banker.
● Serves a 4 yr term. May not serve more than two consecutive terms.
If Garrity wins the November election, this will be her final term.
General Assembly
Pennsylvania Senate
Elder Vogel Jr. (Senate District 47)
● Incumbent – was elected in 2008
● 25 of 50 seats (the odd-numbered districts) in the Pennsylvania Senate are up for election
● The State Senate responsibilities include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
● Serves a 4 yr term. No term limit.
Senate District 47 is comprised of parts of Beaver, Butler, & Lawrence Counties
CITIES of Aliquippa and Beaver Falls
TOWNSHIPS of Brighton, Center, Chippewa, Darlington, Daugherty, Franklin, Greene, Harmony, Hopewell, Marion, New Sewickley, North Sewickley, Patterson, Potter, and White
BOROUGHS of Ambridge, Baden, Beaver, Big Beaver, Bridgewater, Conway, Darlington, East Pulaski, Raccoon, Rochester, South Beaver, Vanport Rochester, Eastvale, Economy, Ellwood City (Beaver County Portion), Fallston, Freedom, Georgetown, Glasgow, Homewood, Hookstown, Industry, Koppel, Midland, Monaca, New Brighton, New Galilee, Ohioville, Patterson Heights, Rochester, Shippingport, South Heights and West Mayfield
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
● All 203 seats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives are up for election
● The House makes up the legislative branch along with the State Senate. The House creates laws and establish a state budget. Legislative authority and responsibilities of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
● Serves a 2 yr term. No term limit.
Roman Kozak (House District 14)
House District 14 is comprised of:
CITY of Beaver Falls
TOWNSHIPS of Chippewa, Darlington, Daugherty, Franklin, Marion, New Sewickley, North Sewickley, Patterson, Pulaski and White
BOROUGHS of Big Beaver, Bridgewater, Darlington, Eastvale, Economy, Ellwood City (Beaver County Portion), Fallston, Homewood, Koppel, New Brighton, New Galilee, Patterson Heights and West Mayfield.
Joshua D. Kail (House District 15)
House District 15 is comprised of:
TOWNSHIPS of Brighton, Greene, Hanover, Independence, Potter, Raccoon, South Beaver and Vanport
BOROUGHS of Beaver, Frankfort Springs, Georgetown, Glasgow, Hookstown, Industry, Midland, Ohioville and Shippingport
Michael Perich (House District 16)
House District 16 is comprised of
CITY of Aliquippa
TOWNSHIPS of Center, Harmony, Hopewell and Rochester
BOROUGHS of Ambridge, Baden, Conway, East Rochester, Freedom, Monaca, Rochester and South Heights
Delegates:
Voters will also be electing three delegates & three alternate delegates to the National Convention.
| Delegate to the Republican National Convention Vote for not more than THREE | Alternate Delegate to the Republican National Convention Vote for not more than THREE |
| Mike McMullen | Mike McMullen |
| Jack Casey | Christine Mattarochia |
| Abby Kail | Bob Hamilton |
| Toni Shuppe | MJ Costello |
| Bob Howard | |
| Veronica Steinkirchner | |
| Vincent Fusca | |
| John Fredericks |