2026 Pennsylvania General Election 

Jacklyn Rusnock

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Jacklyn Rusnock resides in Muhlenberg Township, where she remains deeply engaged with her community. Her leadership style is characterized by collaboration, transparency, and a relentless drive to improve the lives of her constituents.

Jacklyn Rusnock Biography

Coaching the Next Generation: After starting her family in Muhlenberg, Jacklyn volunteered as a commissioner and coach for the Muhlenberg Township Athletic Association's youth girls' basketball and softball programs. As commissioner, her organizational skills ensured smooth operation by scheduling practices and games for young athletes (ages 8-12).

About | Jacklyn Rusnock for State Representative

Jacklyn Rusnock resides in Muhlenberg Township. She has served as a volunteer commissioner and coach for the Muhlenberg Township Athletic Association's girls' basketball and softball programs.

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Passing the Torch: Jacklyn currently teaches a dental program to high schoolers in the Reading and Muhlenberg School Districts. Her passion for dentistry and community service is evident as she equips the next generation with the knowledge and skills to become caring dental professionals.

Biography: RUSNOCK, Jacklyn, a Representative from Berks County; born in Berks County, Pa.; graduated, Muhlenberg High School, 1989; B.S., dental hygiene, West Virginia University, 1993; vocational teaching certificate, Temple University, 2019; dental hygienist (25 years); elected, board member, Muhlenberg School District (1 term); dental instructor, Reading Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center (10 years); elected as a Democrat to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2025 term.

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Jacklyn currently teaches a dental program to high school students in the Reading and Muhlenberg school districts. She previously worked as a dental hygienist.

In November 2024, the residents of the 126th Legislative District made a transformative choice by electing Jacklyn Rusnock as their state representative. Rusnock’s victory reflects her lifelong connection to the area and her exceptional track record of leadership, community involvement, and dedication to public service.

Jacklyn currently serves as state representative for Pennsylvania's 126th Legislative District. She was elected in November 2024 for the 2025 term. She previously served one term as an elected board member for the Muhlenberg School District.

Supports initiatives to attract businesses, invest in infrastructure, and provide small-business grants.

Economic Growth and Job Creation: Recognizing the importance of economic opportunity, Rusnock supports initiatives to attract new businesses, invest in infrastructure, and provide small-business grants to help local entrepreneurs thrive.

Economy

Leading with Vision, Focused on Solutions: As your representative, I bring not only experience but also a clear vision for our district's future. I'm dedicated to: · Making healthcare accessible and affordable: Everyone deserves quality healthcare, regardless of income or background. I'll fight for policies that expand access and lower costs.

Jacklyn Rusnock for State Representative

· Protecting marriage equality and women's reproductive rights: Every individual deserves the right to make their own choices about their lives and families. I'll stand up for equality and women's reproductive rights.

Supports policies to expand access to affordable healthcare and lower costs.

Supports marriage equality and women's reproductive rights.

- Supports policies to expand access to affordable healthcare and lower costs.
- Supports marriage equality and women's reproductive rights.

Healthcare

· Investing in education for all: Our children deserve excellent, well-funded schools with resources to support their success. I'll advocate for increased funding and equitable opportunities.

Education: Building on her background as an educator, Rusnock is dedicated to improving public education funding, increasing access to career and technical training, and ensuring that every student has the resources they need to succeed.

Supports increasing access to career and technical training.

Advocates for increased public education funding and equitable school resources.

- Advocates for increased public education funding and equitable school resources.

Education

· Combating climate change for a sustainable future: We must act now to protect our planet and ensure a healthy future for generations to come. I'll support policies that address climate change head-on.

Advocates for clean energy, pollution reduction, and protecting Pennsylvania's natural resources.

Environmental Stewardship: Rusnock believes in protecting Pennsylvania’s natural resources and is championing policies to promote clean energy, reduce pollution, and ensure access to clean air and water for future generations.

Supports policies to address climate change.

- Supports policies to address climate change.

Energy & the Environment

ADMIRING THE DETICATION AND COURAGE! “I have immense admiration for the dedication and courage our firefighters show every single day. They put themselves in harm’s way without hesitation to protect our families, our homes, and our community. It’s because of that selfless commitment that I work so hard to secure funding for updated equipment and essential resources—so they have the tools they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. Supporting them isn’t just a priority, it’s a responsibility we all share.” stated State Representative Jacklyn Rusnock.

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Supports law enforcement as part of efforts to enhance public safety.

Community Safety: Committed to the well-being of her constituents, she is working to enhance public safety by supporting law enforcement, expanding mental health services, and addressing the root causes of crime.

Supports expanding mental health services as part of efforts to enhance public safety.

Works to secure funding for updated firefighter equipment and essential resources.

- Works to secure funding for updated firefighter equipment and essential resources.

Public Safety

As of October 16, 2026, Jacklyn Rusnock’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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