Government Relations and Business Strategy

Elected as a member of the House of Representatives serving the 172 District

Responsible for ensuring that the elected members of the General Assembly passed legislation that was both effective and beneficial for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and it's constituency. To obtain this goal, the Speaker must effectively prioritize the legislation that is presented to the General Assembly. The speaker also serves as the chair for the majority party's steering committee which serves to discuss and advocate for legislation that would have the most beneficial impact.

The Majority Leader works to advance the goals of the fellow members of their party. Responsibilities include working closely with both the Speaker of the House and the Majority Whip to formulate and organize new ideas, as well as maintaining support for new legislation. The Majority Leader also schedules the legislation that is presented for consideration by the General Assembly which entails planning the daily, weekly, and annual legislative agendas. This position also regularly consults… Show more The Majority Leader works to advance the goals of the fellow members of their party. Responsibilities include working closely with both the Speaker of the House and the Majority Whip to formulate and organize new ideas, as well as maintaining support for new legislation. The Majority Leader also schedules the legislation that is presented for consideration by the General Assembly which entails planning the daily, weekly, and annual legislative agendas. This position also regularly consults with members of the Genera! Assembly to obtain the sentiment of upcoming legislation. Also responsible for negotiating the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's $28 billion budget. Show less