Steve Samuelson

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Stephen P Samuelson

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State House of Reps
Date of Birth September 21, 1960 (Age: 65)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Steve Samuelson graduated from Liberty High School and holds a B.A. in Government from Lehigh University. He began his career in public service as a legislative aide and clerk for the Lehigh County Commissioners board and representatives Paul McHale and Karen Ritter. Samuelson was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 1998, where he sponsored numerous bills, including measures to expand access to prescription medicine for senior citizens and to increase rent rebate payments for elderly Pennsylvanians using leftover COVID-19 relief funds. He has also been instrumental in securing funding for major renovation projects in Bethlehem.

Political Ideas

Steve Samuelson combines a surprising blend of fiscal conservatism with targeted social spending, particularly benefiting senior citizens and local industrial heritage. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Samuelson's rhetorical style emphasizes community development and historical preservation, often framing these initiatives as essential to economic revitalization.

Campaigns
2024: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th District, Pennsylvania State House of Representatives

22,656 votes (100.00%)

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2022: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

17,181 votes (100.00%)

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2020: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

19,924 votes (65.62%)

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2018: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

15,872 votes (100.00%)

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2016: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

19,431 votes (100.00%)

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2014: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

9,387 votes (100.00%)

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2012: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

18,293 votes (69.86%)

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2010: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

12,989 votes (100.00%)

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2008: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

21,130 votes (100.00%)

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2006: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

14,828 votes (100.00%)

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2004: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

16,960 votes (65.09%)

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2002: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

10,616 votes (64.35%)

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2000: Pennsylvania State House of Representatives
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135th Legislative District

13,002 votes (52.57%)

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