PA State Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar

Carl was born and raised on a farm in Allegheny Township, Somerset County. He earned his bachelor's degree in political science and criminal justice from Frostburg State University and his law degree from Duquesne University. He now resides in Berlin, Pennsylvania with this wife, Molly, and 3 children, Helen, Erik and Jack.

Carl currently works as an attorney in Somerset and Bedford counties.

Carl Walker Metzgar is a state representative in State Assembly District 69. He was first elected in 2008 and is serving his 8th term.

Supports privatizing liquor sales in Pennsylvania.

Supports eliminating the inheritance tax for children.

- Supports privatizing liquor sales in Pennsylvania.
- Supports eliminating the inheritance tax for children.

Economy

As of September 30, 2024, Carl Walker Metzgar did not have a website or any information online.

Healthcare

Education

Energy & the Environment

Supports criminalizing illicit possession of xylazine, a tranquilizer used in veterinary medicine, but not classifying it as a Schedule III controlled substance to ensure availability for veterinarians in Pennsylvania.

Supports criminalizing illicit possession of xylazine, a tranquilizer used in veterinary medicine.

- Supports criminalizing illicit possession of xylazine, a tranquilizer used in veterinary medicine.

Public Safety

Supports terminating emergency powers for the governor.

- Supports terminating emergency powers for the governor.

Voting & Elections

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Carl Walker Metzgar

Carl was born and raised on a farm in Allegheny Township, Somerset County.  He earned his bachelor's degree in political science and criminal justice from Frostburg State University and his law degree from Duquesne University.  He now resides in Berlin, Pennsylvania with this wife, Molly, and three children, Helen, Erik and Jack.

Carl Walker Metzgar  currently serves as the State Representative in State Assembly District 69 in Pennsylvania.  He was first elected in 2008 and is serving his 8th term.


Supports funding projects that boost economic development.

Supports House Bill 1621, which would allow the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board to issue a limited number of new retail liquor licenses.

Supports the development of a statewide digital equity plan to enhance broadband access and ensure all communities benefit from high-speed internet.

Supports limiting prescriptive easements for public use.

Supports following scientific guidance on healthcare policies.

Supports legislation requiring the Pennsylvania National Guard to assist in distributing and administering COVID-19 vaccines statewide.

Supports legislation aimed at improving the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.

Opposes funding drug rehabilitation centers.

Believes in addressing broadband and cell coverage concerns for Fayette County and rural Pennsylvania.

Believes the closure of In Touch Hospice will negatively impact patients who depend on it.

Believes that a lack of cell service is a public health and safety issue that also disadvantages people in remote work, telemedicine, and business.

Supports using funding to purchase equipment for student safety.

Supports school safety measures and announced a $25,000 school safety grant for Rockwood Area School District.

Supports Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) scholarships.

Supports the House legislation to restore whole milk in schools.

Supports funding for school safety, as demonstrated by the announcement of over $100,000 in Safe Schools Target Grants for Bedford County school districts.

Believes preserving and teaching history is essential for future generations to understand societal progress.

Opposes actions that would permanently remove forest stands and displace soil.

Opposes the construction of the Mountain Valley Pipeline, citing potential harm to "daily necessities."

Supports funding for environmental projects, such as the $65,000 allocated for Windber Blight Remediation.

Supports investing in water system improvements.

Supports investments in fiber-optic infrastructure.

Supports environmental conservation and disaster preparedness, and as a state representative, announced a grant for Rockwood Borough to repair and upgrade its flood control system.

Supports environmental conservation efforts and has announced a $50,000 grant for Rockwood Borough's flood control project.

Believes in expanding high-speed broadband services to homes and businesses.

Plans to introduce a resolution to recognize the week of Sept. 18-24 as Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week in Pennsylvania.

Believes public safety services are essential for residents.

Supports collaboration with local law enforcement agencies to enhance public safety.

Supports funding for public safety, preservation, and historical maintenance.

Supports public safety by hosting community events, such as a free illegible license plate replacement event on August 16, 2023.

Supports voting rights and fair election practices.

Believes in protecting voting rights and ensuring fair elections.

Believes restoring balance of power and ensuring election integrity are important priorities.

Supports Senate Bill 1212, which would require voters to present a government-issued photo ID when voting.

Supports voting rights and fair elections.

Believes in upholding the integrity of elections and voting rights.

As of October 1, 2024, Carl Walker Metzgar’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Carl Walker Metzgar currently serves as a state representative in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He also works as an attorney in Somerset and Bedford counties.

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- Your state representative can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws, including introducing tax bills. 
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- They are elected to two-year terms and have a salary of $106,000, with a 1-3% annual increase

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