Pennsylvania State Senate, Cris Dush

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Cris is originally from Brookville, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Brookville Area High School in 1979 and attended Clarion State College before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. He earned an associate's degree in criminal justice from the Community College of the Air Force. He lives with his wife Traci in Pine Creek Township, Jefferson County.

Cris worked as a corrections officer with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections before retiring in January 2012. He also served in the U.S. Air Force from 1982-1990 and in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard from 2000-2016, where he retired as a senior non-commissioned officer. 

Cris Dush currently serves as the State Senator for Pennsylvania's 25th Senate District where he chairs the Senate State Government Committee. He was first elected to state senate in 2020 and is serving his 1st term. Cris previously served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for 6 years.

Opposes all new tax increases and plans to reduce current taxes, especially property taxes.

- Opposes all new tax increases and plans to reduce current taxes, especially property taxes.

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

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As a state representative, introduced a bill to change how the state allocates presidential electoral votes from a winner-takes-all system to a district-by-district allocation.

Supports expanding voter identification requirements.

Opposes characterizing the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol as an "insurrection".

- Opposes mail-in voting.
- As a state representative, introduced a bill to change how the state allocates presidential electoral votes from a winner-takes-all system to a district-by-district allocation.
- Supports expanding voter identification requirements.
- Opposes characterizing the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol as an "insurrection".

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Opposes taxes on natural gas used to produce electricity, as it leads to higher costs for consumers.

- Opposes taxes on natural gas used to produce electricity, as it leads to higher costs for consumers.

Energy & the Environment

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Cris Dush

Cris Dush currently serves as the State Senator for Pennsylvania's 25th Senate District where he chairs the Senate State Government Committee. He was elected to state senate in 2020 and is serving his 1st term. Cris previously served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for 6 years.

Opposes the gross receipts tax, believing it leads to multiple taxation on essential services like electricity.

Believes in providing a "strong, conservative voice" in Pennsylvania government.

Promises to use funds "wisely" to improve Pennsylvania government.

Supports the return of the previous governor.

Plans to reduce taxes for residents of Pennsylvania, particularly property taxes.

Believes in fostering a supportive and loving educational environment for students.

Believes they "understand the values and share your priorities" regarding education.

Believes mothers are "precious" and their love is essential for children, as seen in the bond between his wife, daughter-in-law, and their grandson.

Believes in honoring and celebrating mothers.

Believes relationships are essential, saying, "Mothers start fulfilling that need before we even recognize the need."

Believes in advocating for "the values we hold dear" and wants to continue being a voice in Pennsylvania government.

Believes in restoring legislative sovereignty over state laws.

Believes his opponents will "drag [his] reputation through the mud."

Believes in Chris's integrity regarding voting rights and elections.

Believes in protecting "sacred constitutional rights" and preserving personal freedoms.

Believes in providing "leadership you can trust" to ensure public safety.

Believes living by the Word and doing right will lead to divine guidance and recognition of one's good deeds.

Believes in "proven leadership" to address public safety issues.

Believes in enhancing public safety measures.

Believes the recent developments will "put the matter to rest" regarding public safety issues.

Believes telephone and cable companies use a lot of electricity for cell towers and transmission stations.

Believes affection can be recognized and continued through video links.

Believes public service is enhanced by "helping people and getting to know them."

Believes in having the skills, leadership, and insight to serve the 25th Senatorial District.

Believes in actively addressing environmental issues rather than leaving it to others, saying, "Doing that only results in proposals like the one above."

Supports environmental conservation and sustainable energy practices.

Pennsylvania State Senate: Cris Dush

Cris worked as a corrections officer with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections for 16 years, retiring in January 2012. He also had a military career, serving in the U.S. Air Force from 1982-1990 and in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard from 2000-2016, where he retired as a senior non-commissioned officer. 

Cris Dush currently serves as the State Senator for Pennsylvania's 25th Senate District where he chairs the Senate State Government Committee. He was first elected to state senate in 2020 and is serving his first term. Previously, Cris served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for 6 years.

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

Cris Dush is a former chief hostage negotiator, Air Force veteran, and law enforcement specialist. He has served as a member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly, representing the 66th House District.

- Your state senator represents the interests of your district in the Pennsylvania State Senate. The State Senate, along with the State House of Representatives, makes up your state lawmaking body: the Pennsylvania General Assembly. 
- Your state senator can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws after going through the legislative process.
- The State Senator and their staff members respond to constituent concerns and questions through emails, phone calls, and website announcements. 
- The State Senator oversees the executive branch and can vote to overrule a veto by the Governor.   
- There are 50 Pennsylvania state senators, each representing a single district.
- Senators must be at least 25 years old, U.S. citizens, and residents of Pennsylvania for four years. They must also have lived in their district for one year before the election and must remain there throughout their term.
- State senators are elected to four-year terms and have a salary of $106,000, with a 1-3% annual increase.  