Wendi Thomas
Wendi Thomas is a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 178th Legislative District.
Wendi Thomas | |
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| Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 178th district | |
| In office January 1, 2019 – January 3, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Helen Tai |
| Succeeded by | Kristin Marcell |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Northampton Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania |
| Alma mater | Gettysburg College |
Career
Thomas previously served on the school board for the Council Rock School District.[1]
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Thomas ran in a special election to replace outgoing State Representative Scott Petri, who resigned his seat to become the executive director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority, but lost to Democrat Helen Tai by 51% to 49% margin.[2] Thomas ran again in the November general election and defeated Tai by a 500-vote margin.[3]
Tenure
Thomas authored House Bill 1421, a bill to increase burial benefits to ensure veterans are laid to rest with military honors. The bill was unanimously passed by the house on June 9, 2021. The bill is awaiting further consideration from the senate.[4]
References
- Seymour, Kara (November 5, 2019). "Incumbent Hangs On To Seat In Council Rock School Board Race". Patch.com. Retrieved November 9, 2019.
- "Tai bests Thomas, nabbing six months as state representative". The Intelligencer. May 16, 2018. Retrieved November 9, 2019.
- "Helen Tai Loses Second Race Against Wendi Thomas". NewtonPANow.com. November 7, 2018. Retrieved November 9, 2019.
- "State House passes bill to increase burial benefits to ensure veterans are laid to rest with military honors". The Advance of Bucks County. Retrieved 2021-07-03.
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