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Ballotpedia: Wayne Langerholc

Wayne is a lifelong resident of Cambria County. He earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Juniata College and a law degree from Widener University School of Law. He previously served as a township supervisor for Richland Township. He lives with his wife and their 3 daughters.

Wayne works as an attorney at Burns White LLC. He previously worked as an assistant district attorney for Cambria County. He also previously had a private law practice focusing on civil litigation, real estate, and employment law.

Wayne Langerholc Jr. is a state senator in State Senate District 35. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his 2nd term. He chairs the Senate Transportation Committee and previously chaired the Senate Education Committee. He also serves as vice chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Supports expanding Keystone Opportunity Zones, which provide tax incentives to businesses in designated areas.

- Supports expanding Keystone Opportunity Zones, which provide tax incentives to businesses in designated areas.

Economy

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Advocates for improving access to healthcare in rural areas through nurse practitioners.

- Advocates for improving access to healthcare in rural areas through nurse practitioners.

Healthcare

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Supports increased penalties for racing on highways.

- Supports increased penalties for racing on highways.

Public Safety

Supports ending Pennsylvania's participation in a program that limits carbon emissions from power plants.

- Supports ending Pennsylvania's participation in a program that limits carbon emissions from power plants.

Energy & the Environment

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Wayne Langerholc Jr.

Wayne is a lifelong resident of Cambria County. He has a bachelor's degree in political science from Juniata College and a law degree from Widener University School of Law. Wayne previously served as a township supervisor for Richland Township. He lives with his wife and their 3 daughters.

Wayne works as an attorney at Burns White LLC. He previously worked as an assistant district attorney for Cambria County. Wayne also previously had a private law practice focusing on civil litigation, real estate, and employment law.

Wayne Langerholc Jr. currently serves as the state senator for Pennsylvania's 35th District. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his second term. Wayne chairs the Senate Transportation Committee and previously chaired the Senate Education Committee. He also serves as vice chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Supports policies that benefit farmers and improve agricultural economic conditions.

Supports expanding local rail freight lines and passenger service to Pittsburgh.

Believes in using funds to help local governments offset costs, maintain tax rates, and provide quality services.

Plans to prioritize supporting agriculture and the farming community in Cambria, Centre, and Clearfield counties.

As a state senator, cut "wasteful spending."

Supports expanding the legal travel width for farm vehicles on roads.

Supports using federal funds to improve infrastructure, including roads, water and sewer projects, business parks, and air service.

Supports access to quality healthcare and medical marijuana.

Previously served as a township supervisor.

Promises to represent and fight for "conservative, Western Pennsylvania values" as state senator.

Said, "I work hard to serve my constituents and provide them with a strong conservative voice in Harrisburg."

Said, "I’m running to build on my successful record of results over the last three years, and because I know there is more to accomplish in order to move Pennsylvania forward."

Believes expanding broadband internet into rural communities will enhance job opportunities and improve public safety.

As a former prosecutor, led efforts to enhance community safety and strengthen crime victims' rights.

As a state senator, sponsored the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights and the laws that amended the Crime Victims Act.

Believes in prioritizing public safety measures to ensure community security.

Believes in strong community safety measures to protect families.

Supports public safety measures to protect communities.

Supports strong public safety measures and backing police officers.

Said, "I always strive to put the residents I serve first."

Wayne is from and lives in Cambria County. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Pittsburgh.

Wayne Langerholc Jr. is currently a State Senator and serves as the Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee. He previously worked as a township supervisor and as a prosecutor.

Wayne Langerholc Jr. currently serves as a state senator in Pennsylvania's 35th District. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his 3rd term.

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- Your state senator can author, sponsor, and vote on bills that may become state laws after going through the legislative process.
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- 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.  