Meet Rep. Mark Gillen

Mark Gillen

Mark earned his bachelor's degree from Bob Jones University and his master's in education from Kutztown University. He and his wife, Kim, have 5 children.

Mark previously worked as the educational director of the Salt and Light Foundation and is a former Pennsylvania correctional officer.

Mark M. Gillen is a state representative in State Assembly District 128. He was first elected in 2010 and is serving his 7th term. 


Opposes using tax dollars for non-essential items for welfare recipients.

Supports using the state budget to pay down debt, save for the future, enhance property tax and rent rebates, and fund transportation infrastructure improvements.

- Opposes using tax dollars for non-essential items for welfare recipients.
- Supports using the state budget to pay down debt, save for the future, enhance property tax and rent rebates, and fund transportation infrastructure improvements.

Economy

As of September 30, 2024, Mark M. Gillen did not have a website or any information online.

Healthcare

Education

Supports legislation requiring annual lead testing in school drinking and cooking water.

- Supports legislation requiring annual lead testing in school drinking and cooking water.

Energy & the Environment

Public Safety

Voting & Elections

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Mark M. Gillen

Mark earned his bachelor's degree from Bob Jones University and his master's in education from Kutztown University. He and his wife, Kim, have five children.

Mark currently serves as the State Representative in State Assembly District 128 in Pennsylvania. He was first elected in 2010 and is serving his 7th term. 


Believes the budget bill missed the chance to eliminate property taxes.

Supports preserving funds in the Rainy Day Fund, the state's savings account.

Supports grants for essential equipment to maintain community systems and services.

Supports using Pennsylvania’s RACP funding to support expansion projects that aim to create jobs and community services statewide.

Supports a balanced budget with no new taxes or borrowing.

Believes public assistance funds should not be used for tobacco products.

Supports community health initiatives, such as blood drives, to promote public health and safety.

Believes in addressing public health issues, including COVID-19, and supports measures to ensure the well-being of constituents.

Believes that his COVID-19 exposure and positive test while traveling outside of Pennsylvania will not affect his colleagues, state Capitol workers, or district office staff.

Believes in the importance of testing and exposure awareness for public health.

Supports State Rep. Mark Gillen's (R-Berks/Lancaster) education policies.

Supports free college education for Pennsylvania National Guard members and their families.

Supports the use of gaming revenues for Local School Advancement (LSA) grants.

Supports fully funding education for the entire year to provide stability and predictability for parents and students.

Supports forgiving up to $16,000 in student loan debt after four years of public service.

Supports a loan forgiveness program for college graduates who serve as volunteer first responders.

Supports tracking efforts to control the spread of the Spotted Lanternfly in Pennsylvania.

Supports the Farm Preservation Bill, which aims to protect farmland and promote sustainable farming practices.

Supports clean water initiatives in schools.

Supports legislation to provide more options for farmers who preserve their land.

Believes in strong public safety measures.

Believes the Chester County Manhunt demonstrates "failed immigration policies."

Believes in revising and improving legislative proposals through the House Appropriations Committee hearings.

Believes Americans are among the murdered victims and prisoners held by Hamas in Gaza.

Believes Hamas' attacks on civilians, including women and children, demonstrate the group's "illegitimacy."

Supports legislation to enhance public safety and address the shortage of volunteer emergency responders.

Supports fair voting rights and elections.

Supports the ability for Pennsylvanians to permanently register their phone numbers to vote.

Supports the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Believes in maintaining tax filing requirements for taxpayers exceeding $33 in gross taxable income to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.

Believes in providing assistance for state government-related matters, including voting rights and elections.

Supports voting rights and fair elections.

Believes in protecting voting rights and ensuring fair elections.

As of October 1, 2024, Mark M. Gillen’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Mark M. Gillen serves as a state representative for Pennsylvania's 128th Legislative District. He previously worked as the educational director of the Salt and Light Foundation and is a former Pennsylvania correctional officer.

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