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Pennsylvania US Senator

One of two federal lawmakers representing Pennsylvania in the US Senate.

Full office description

  • US senators can propose and draft bills, vote to approve treaties with other countries, vote to declare war, and have oversight of the federal budget.
  • US senators are members of senate committees, which are made up of a group of senators that oversee a specific policy area. This is where introduced bills are brought for review.
  • A US senator votes for approving or rejecting an official appointed by the president and considers evidence in an impeachment trial and votes to impeach an official
  • Senators are elected for six-year terms and are paid $174,000 per year. Each state has two US senators.

How this impacts you

  • Healthcare CostsThe Senate has an impact on public health by overseeing the healthcare industry and most of the programs under the Department of Health and Human Services. Their decisions influence access, costs, and quality of healthcare services.

  • Economic GrowthThe Senate impacts federal spending as they are responsible for reviewing the President's budget request. The Senate also drafts how federal funds are divided between government agencies and creates supplemental spending bills throughout the year.

  • EnvironmentThe Senate can affect environmental regulation by passing bills relating to pollution, conservation, and environmental research and development.

Candidates (6)

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Bernard "Marty" Selker

(C)

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David H McCormick

(R)

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Erik Thomas Messina

(ASP)

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This candidate has withdrawn from this election. They may still appear on the ballot.

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John C Thomas Jr

(L)

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Leila L Hazou

(G)

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Robert P Casey Jr

(D)

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