Jason attended Avella High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Robert Morris University and his master's degree in business administration from Stetson University. He lives in Cecil Township with his wife, Amanda, and their 2 daughters. 

Jason is the founder of Jason’s Cheesecake Company. He has also worked in the banking industry. 

Jason Ortitay is a State Representative for District 46. He was first elected in 2014 and is serving his 5th term.

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As a state representative, brought over $100 million in road and bridge projects to the 46th District.

As a state representative, helped secure $255,000 in state grants for Collier Township to expand sewer lines.

Supports collaborating with businesses and local governments to create jobs.

Supports collaborating with businesses and local governments to bring jobs to the district. 

Supports partnering with local governments to rebuild and expand infrastructure, including water, sewer, and internet systems.

- As a state representative, brought over $100 million in road and bridge projects to the 46th District.
- As a state representative, helped secure $255,000 in state grants for Collier Township to expand sewer lines.
- Supports collaborating with businesses and local governments to bring jobs to the district. 
- Supports partnering with local governments to rebuild and expand infrastructure, including water, sewer, and internet systems.

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Supports legislation that establishes new guidelines for mental health treatment for minors, saying it "will save lives throughout the state for years to come."

Supports legislation that establishes new guidelines for mental health treatment for minors and gives parents more control over their child's treatment. 

Plans to "aggressively address the opioid epidemic."

- Supports legislation that establishes new guidelines for mental health treatment for minors and gives parents more control over their child's treatment. 
- Plans to address the opioid epidemic. 

Healthcare

Secured $100,000 to help the Burgettstown School District with mold cleanup.

Supports increasing education funding, saying "In the six years [he] has been in office, [he] has voted to increase education funding by over $1 billion to record levels."

As a state representative, voted to increase education funding by over $1 billion since he was elected. 

Believes in continuing efforts for school safety and addressing the mental health epidemic in youth.

Believes in continuing efforts to improve school safety and address the mental health epidemic among youth.

Supports improving early literacy rates by advancing legislation that teaches K-3rd grade students reading through the "science of reading."

Wants to improve early literacy rates by advancing legislation that teaches K-3rd grade students reading using science-based methods. 

- Secured $100,000 to help the Burgettstown School District with mold cleanup.
- As a state representative, voted to increase education funding by over $1 billion since he was elected. 
- Believes in continuing efforts to improve school safety and address the mental health epidemic among youth.
- Wants to improve early literacy rates by advancing legislation that teaches K-3rd grade students reading using science-based methods. 

Education

As of September 30, 2024, Jason A. Ortitay’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Jason A. Ortitay

Jason is the founder of Jason’s Cheesecake Company.  He has also worked in the banking industry. 

Supports small businesses and wants to provide grants for construction projects.

Supports economic development initiatives, such as awarding Collier Township $255k for new sewage lines, to enhance infrastructure and promote growth.

Believes in collaborating with developers to balance economic growth with community safety.

Supports ending strikes for union members.

Secured a $100,000 grant for Burgettstown School District.

As a state representative, helped secure $200k for Junior Achievement's BizTown construction in South Fayette Township, which helps students from all over Western Pennsylvania learn about business and personal finance.

Supports community involvement in education, and as a business owner, helped local schools raise funds through Jason’s Cheesecake Company.

As a state representative, secured a $100,000 grant for the Burgettstown School District.

As a state representative, secured a $100,000 grant for the Burgettstown School District to help with mold removal.

Supports the preservation and protection of the British Indian Ocean Territory.

Supports the protection of Heard Island and McDonald Islands.

Supports the establishment of a police oversight board to ensure accountability and transparency in policing.

Supports the establishment of a Regional Security System to address transnational crime and enhance public safety.

Supports the establishment of Saint Pierre and Miquelon as a U.S. territory to enhance public safety and security measures.

Supports the establishment of a U.S. embassy in Sao Tome and Principe.

Supports the protection of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.

As a council member, worked with EQT to secure $12k in grants to provide resources for the police.

Supports community service projects that improve local infrastructure and alleviate flooding.

Supports voting rights and fair elections.

Supports voting rights and fair election practices.

Supports accessible voting and fair election processes.

Supports the passage of the Gabby Dugas Act, which increases penalties for those who commit voter fraud.

As of October 3, 2024, Jason A. Ortitay’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Jason A. Ortitay founded and ran Jason’s Cheesecake Company. He has worked as a member of the Legislature.

Jason A. Ortitay currently serves as a state representative in Pennsylvania's 46th Legislative District. He was first elected in 2014 and is serving his 5th term.

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