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Jessica Benham
PA House District 36
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Issue areas
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Government Operations & Budget 21Labor & Employment 20Healthcare 18Social Services & Welfare 14Criminal Justice & Policing 12Civil Rights & Liberties 11Economy & Taxes 11Transportation & Infrastructure 9Environment & Energy 8Education 7Agriculture 6Housing 4Other 4Banking & Finance 3Elections & Voting 2Gun Policy 2Immigration 2Technology & Privacy 2Veterans Affairs 2Defense & Military 1
Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA House District 36 current
Pennsylvania |
Democratic | Dec 1, 2020 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (1,404 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1191 — An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in railroads, providing for prohibition on blocking… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 456 — A Resolution designating July 1, 2026, as "Canada Day" in Pennsylvania to celebrate the enduring relationship between the Commonwealth of… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 454 — A Resolution designating March 26, 2026, as "Bangladesh Day" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 424 — A Resolution designating March 25, 2026, as "Prince Hall Mason Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania in recognition of The Most Worshipful… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 446 — A Resolution designating March 25, 2026, as "Greek Independence Day" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 445 — A Resolution designating April 8, 2026, as "The Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) Day" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 440 — A Resolution designating March 8, 2026, as "Fight of the Century Day" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 394 — A Resolution designating March 17, 2026, as "Bayard Rustin Day" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 435 — A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2026 as "Osteoporosis Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 414 — A Resolution recognizing the week of May 9 through 15, 2026, as "National Stuttering Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 428 — A Resolution recognizing April 25, 2026, as "Diabetic Eye Screening Day" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 404 — A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2026 as "Limb Loss Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 405 — A Resolution recognizing May 5, 2026, as "World Asthma Day" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2265 — An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for onsite emergency… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 432 — A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Donate Life Month" and April 10, 2026, as "Blue and Green Day" in Pennsylvania in… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 443 — A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2026 as "Mental Health Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1077 — An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school health services, establishing… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 458 — A Resolution recognizing April 13 through 19, 2026, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2265 — An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for onsite emergency… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 447 — A Resolution recognizing the week of April 19 through 25, 2026, as "National Infertility Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 430 — A Resolution designating the week of May 3 through 9, 2026, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1077 — An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school health services, establishing… | Yea | Mar 25, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 200 — An Act establishing family and medical leave benefits, the Paid Family and Medical Leave Account and the Paid Family and Medical Leave… | Yea | Mar 24, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 200 — An Act establishing family and medical leave benefits, the Paid Family and Medical Leave Account and the Paid Family and Medical Leave… | Nay | Mar 24, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2189 — An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for definitions, for… | Yea | Mar 24, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (10 as lead sponsor)
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HR 426
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A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2026 as "LGBTQ+ Pride Month" in Pennsylvania.
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HB 1524
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An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in Public Transportation Assistance Fund, further providing for…
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HB 797
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An Act amending the act of May 25, 1933 (P.L.1050, No.242), referred to as the Second Class City Firemen Relief Law, further providing for requirements of…
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HB 1939
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An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, providing for fee schedule rates.
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HB 453
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An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in…
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HR 231
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A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2025 as "LGBTQ+ Pride Month" in Pennsylvania.
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HR 271
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A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish an advisory committee and conduct a comprehensive study regarding the indoor air…
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HB 798
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An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties in general, further providing for…
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HB 2278
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An Act providing for the use of paper coupons and digital coupons in retail establishments that sell grocery items; and prohibiting the exclusive use of…
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HB 1656
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An Act promoting indoor air quality in facilities housing or serving vulnerable populations; providing for tax credits, for certification programs, for public…
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