Justin Simmons (politician)
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Justin J. Simmons | |
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| Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 131st district | |
| In office January 4, 2011 – January 5, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Karen Beyer |
| Succeeded by | Milou Mackenzie |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Pennsylvania |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Coopersburg, Pennsylvania |
| Alma mater | Saint Joseph’s University |
| Occupation | Legislator |
| Website | Official website |
Justin Simmons is an American politician and former member of the Republican Party who served five terms in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 131st District.
Early life and education[]
He was born in 1986 in Pennsylvania, raised in the Lehigh Valley and graduated from Southern Lehigh High School and Saint Joseph’s University.
Simmons served as an intern for then-Congressman Pat Toomey. He later served as a legislative aide for State Senators Rob Wonderling and Bob Mensch, during which time he conducted research for legislation, ran the Northampton County district office and attended events within the district.
He also served as a Republican committeeman within Lehigh County and as president of the Lehigh Valley Young Republicans.
Political career[]
Simmons was first elected to the Pennsylvania State House in November 2010, after defeating incumbent Republican Karen Beyer in the May primary.
As State Representative, he has stated that he favors selling the state liquor stores and reducing the size of the state Legislature. He has also said he supports term limits, part-time status for members of the General Assembly and operating on a two-year budget cycle. Simmons has also promised to refuse per diems, a state-owned vehicle and a pension.[1]
He announced in 2020 that he would not seek reelection to the PA House of Representatives.
References[]
External links[]
- State Representative Justin Simmons official caucus website
- Justin Simmons (R) official PA House website
- Profile at Vote Smart
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