Rep. John Schlegel Announces Re-Election Bid for PA State House

Lebanon – Today, Republican John Schlegel announced his intention to seek re-election as state

representative. Schlegel is serving his first term representing the 101st district in Lebanon County,

which consists of Cornwall Borough, North Cornwall Twp., West Cornwall Twp., Lebanon City,

North Lebanon Twp., South Lebanon Twp., and West Lebanon Twp.

Schlegel serves on the House Aging and Older Citizens, Children & Youth, Education, and Human

Services Committees. He has a 100% attendance record in the House chamber and is active in all

committee voting sessions and hearings. 

During his first year in office, Schlegel co-sponsored several bills, including HB 27, to address a

substitute teacher shortage throughout Pennsylvania, which was recently signed into law. Schlegel also

received a perfect 100% on his voting record from The National Federation of Independent

Businesses. He is currently working on legislation to address local issues initiated by constituents.

“Lebanon County is the second fastest-growing county in Pennsylvania. Along with growth comes

a need to work with people to address challenges that arise,” stated Schlegel.

“I plan to serve the people by continuing to be visible and accessible to my constituents. Listening

to their concerns and communicating in multiple ways is crucial to my work on their behalf,

Schlegel continues.

“It is an honor to represent the people of the 101 st and I ask for your support in the April 23 primary

election. I intend to continue to be a strong voice in Harrisburg on behalf of my constituents.

During my first term, I sought to unite people and develop solutions that move Pennsylvania in a

positive direction. I plan to implement a people-driven, future-focused agenda that delivers hope

through the opportunity to experience success. The cornerstones of my platform will focus on aLebanon – Today, Republican John Schlegel announced his intention to seek re-election as state

representative. Schlegel is serving his first term representing the 101st district in Lebanon County,

which consists of Cornwall Borough, North Cornwall Twp., West Cornwall Twp., Lebanon City,

North Lebanon Twp., South Lebanon Twp., and West Lebanon Twp.

Schlegel serves on the House Aging and Older Citizens, Children & Youth, Education, and Human

Services Committees. He has a 100% attendance record in the House chamber and is active in all

committee voting sessions and hearings. 

During his first year in office, Schlegel co-sponsored several bills, including HB 27, to address a

substitute teacher shortage throughout Pennsylvania, which was recently signed into law. Schlegel also

received a perfect 100% on his voting record from The National Federation of Independent

Businesses. He is currently working on legislation to address local issues initiated by constituents.

“Lebanon County is the second fastest-growing county in Pennsylvania. Along with growth comes

a need to work with people to address challenges that arise,” stated Schlegel.

“I plan to serve the people by continuing to be visible and accessible to my constituents. Listening

thriving economy, affordable living, and safe communities that enable Lebanon County to be a

great place to live, work, and raise a family,” concluded Schlegel.

Schlegel is a lifelong Republican and former educator who resides in Cornwall borough with his

wife, Ruth Ann. They have two grown children and five grandchildren.