Abigail earned a bachelor's degree in French and art history from Case Western Reserve University, a law degree from the University of Pittsburgh, and a master's degree in public policy and management from the University of Pittsburgh.

Abigail Salisbury is currently the state representative in State Assembly District 34. She was elected in 2023 and is serving her 1st term. 

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Supports providing tax credits to support projects aimed at reducing blight, developing neighborhoods, attracting tech firms, and assisting local businesses.

Wants to develop neighborhoods, attract tech firms, and assist local businesses.

Supports raising the minimum wage in Pennsylvania.

Believes the minimum wage in Pennsylvania should be raised.

- Wants to develop neighborhoods, attract tech firms, and assist local businesses.
- Believes the minimum wage in Pennsylvania should be raised.

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Healthcare

As of September 30, 2024, Abigail Salisbury ’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Believes protecting Pennsylvania's natural beauty is crucial for community health and prosperity, and advocates for sustainable environmental policies, including improved stormwater management, to ensure clean air and water for all.

Supports providing tax credits to expand affordable housing.

- Believes protecting Pennsylvania's natural beauty is crucial for community health and prosperity, and advocates for sustainable environmental policies, including improved stormwater management, to ensure clean air and water for all.
- Supports providing tax credits to expand affordable housing.

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Public Safety

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Abigail Salisbury 

Abigail earned a bachelor's degree in French and art history from Case Western Reserve University, a law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, and a master's degree in public policy and management from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public and International Affairs.

Abigail Salisbury is the incumbent State Representative for District 34 in Pennsylvania. She previously served on the Swissvale Borough Council for five years and started a solo law practice for nonprofits and small businesses in Wilkinsburg in 2015. She has also worked in international human rights and academia, including teaching an undergraduate course on First Amendment Law at the University of Pittsburgh as an adjunct.

As of October 3, 2024, Abigail Salisbury ’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports providing tax credits to local development corporations to strengthen business districts, improve resident quality of life, and attract new homeowners and businesses.

Believes in working tirelessly for community improvement.

Supports funding initiatives like the $52,500 grant to Hosanna House Inc. to help build wealth for low- and moderate-income residents and prevent displacement of renters who would be Wilkinsburg homebuyers.

Supports promoting democratic values, community-reflective candidates, and the prosperity of all county residents.

Supports access to comprehensive reproductive health services, including contraception and prenatal care.

Aims to eliminate disparities in reproductive health access and outcomes for marginalized communities.

Believes medical emergencies should not result in debt.

Believes reproductive justice is essential for social equity and community health.

Supports abortion and believes reproductive justice is essential for health, autonomy, and equality.

Supports increased funding for public schools, affordable college tuition, and vocational training.

As a state representative, launched a grant-writing scholarship program in collaboration with community nonprofit partners.

Supports spearheading initiatives and leading colleagues in education.

Supports the scholarship program that offers 10 scholarships to residents in low-income census tracts in District 34, providing access to state grant dollars.

Believes financial stability for parents fosters healthier and more stable families.

Believes in collaborating with healthcare providers, advocacy groups, and community organizations to enhance education and access to services.

Believes clean air and water should be a reality for all Pennsylvanians.

As a state representative, secured nearly $3 million for nine projects to improve stormwater management and wastewater infrastructure.

Supports improving stormwater management.

Supports securing funding for environmental projects, having helped obtain nearly $10 million for initiatives like blight remediation, stormwater management, and water infrastructure.

Supports measures to ensure clean air and water.

Supports using state grants for environmental projects like stormwater improvements.

Supports community involvement in campaign efforts.

Believes in community involvement to enhance public safety and legislative efforts.

Believes in providing reliable, uninterrupted water service.

Supports 1216, a bill aimed at supporting communities without grant writing capabilities. The bill aims to establish a Municipal Grant Assistance Program under the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. This program would offer eligible municipalities access to complimentary grant writing assistance when applying for state funding and guide crafting future grant proposals.

Believes environmental issues require community engagement and commitment.

Believes in improving stormwater management and wastewater infrastructure to support sustainable urban development and environmental integrity.

Supports environmental conservation and sustainable practices to ensure a prosperous future for Pennsylvania.

Supports voting rights and fair election practices.

Believes in protecting voting rights and ensuring fair elections.

Believes ongoing legislative support is essential for voting rights and elections.

Aims to create a legislative environment that supports the growth and success of charitable nonprofits.

Believes there is still much more to accomplish in voting rights and elections.

Believes in being a true representative for the district, advocating with the same dedication as when representing law clients.

- 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

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