2023 PA Legislative Scorecard
The following scorecard lists several key votes in the Pennsylvania General Assembly in 2023 and ranks state representatives and senators based on their fidelity to (U.S.) constitutional and limited-government principles.
This is our second state-level Scorecard; the selected votes may not be reflective of legislators' overall records. Their cumulative scores will change as we add more votes. Please check regularly for updates.
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House Votes
1. Solar for Schools Grant
Establishes the Solar for Schools Grant Program within the Department of Community and Economic Development.
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Constitutional Vote: No
2. Minimum Wage
Proposes a new minimum wage schedule.
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Constitutional Vote: No
3. WIC Advisory Board
Establishes a Women, Infants, and Children State Advisory Board to advise the Department of Health on the Pennsylvania Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.
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Constitutional Vote: No
4. Government Grants
Aims to aid municipalities in revitalizing downtown commercial areas by supporting eligible applicants.
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Constitutional Vote: No
5. Gun Background Checks
Removes the exemption for certain private gun sales from background check requirements.
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Constitutional Vote: No
6. Workers' Rights
Amends the Pennsylvania Constitution to protect the right to organize and collectively bargain for wages, hours, working conditions, economic welfare and safety at work.
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Constitutional Vote: No
How did they vote?
Legend:
Constitutional
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Did not vote
Average Freedom Score by Party
| Party | Score |
|---|---|
| Democrat | 0.3% |
| Republican | 73.4% |
