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Joe Hohenstein
PA House District 177
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Issue areas
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Healthcare 160Government Operations & Budget 158Criminal Justice & Policing 118Social Services & Welfare 99Labor & Employment 81Civil Rights & Liberties 79Economy & Taxes 73Education 68Environment & Energy 68Transportation & Infrastructure 51Housing 38Technology & Privacy 22Gun Policy 20Abortion & Reproductive Rights 18Banking & Finance 17Agriculture 16Other 15Defense & Military 12Elections & Voting 12Veterans Affairs 11Immigration 8Foreign Policy & Trade 3
Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA House District 177 current
Pennsylvania |
Democratic | Dec 1, 2018 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (1,545 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1750 — An Act providing for disclosure of cremation services for deceased animals, for distribution and certification, for required notices, for… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1344 — An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in riot… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1260 — An Act providing for solar-ready projects involving a warehouse or distribution center; authorizing tax exemptions and special tax… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1042 — An Act amending Titles 61 (Prisons and Parole) and 63 (Professions and Occupations (State Licensed)) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1257 — A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and… | Nay | Mar 23, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 802 — An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in procedure, further providing for exceptions… | Nay | Mar 23, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 352 — A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on litter law enforcement and provide recommendations. | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 352 — A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on litter law enforcement and provide recommendations. | Nay | Mar 23, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 352 — A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on litter law enforcement and provide recommendations. | Nay | Mar 23, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 395 — A Resolution recognizing March 17, 2026, as "St. Patrick's Day" in Pennsylvania and celebrating the role Irish Americans played in the… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 395 — A Resolution recognizing March 17, 2026, as "St. Patrick's Day" in Pennsylvania and celebrating the role Irish Americans played in the… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1830 — An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other required equipment, further providing for flashing… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1700 — An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, providing for communication barrier… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1830 — An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other required equipment, further providing for flashing… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1970 — An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 423 — A Resolution recognizing the week of April 20 through 24, 2026, as "National Work Zone Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2333 — An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for responsible utility customer… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2246 — An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in water resources planning, further… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2210 — An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2161 — An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in service and facilities, providing for tree… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 2229 — An Act amending the act of July 7, 1980 (P.L.380, No.97), known as the Solid Waste Management Act, in general provisions, further providing… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1964 — An Act providing for a moratorium on the privatization of public water and wastewater systems; establishing the Water Utility Reform… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 403 — A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month." | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1970 — An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions… | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HR 439 — A Resolution designating the month of April 2026 as "Distracted Driving Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania. | Yea | Mar 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (15 as lead sponsor)
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HB 2549
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An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for contributions for the deaf and hard…
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HB 2147
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An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in distilleries, wineries, bonded warehouses, bailees for hire and…
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HB 1281
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An Act providing for duties of certifying officials and certifying agencies relating to the processing of certification form petitions.
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HR 496
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A Resolution recognizing the week of May 16 through 22, 2026, as "National Safe Boating Week" in Pennsylvania.
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HB 1146
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An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in taxation for public transportation…
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HB 1151
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An Act providing for the Adjacent Neighbors' Bill of Rights.
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HB 1148
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An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, further providing for definitions and…
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HB 1149
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An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, in training and certification of inspectors…
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HB 1147
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An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, in exemptions, applicability and penalties…
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HB 1143
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An Act amending the act of July 9, 1970 (P.L.484, No.164), entitled "An act relating to indemnification agreements between architects, engineers or surveyors…
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