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State Representative, 86th District
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Perry StambaughOfficial portrait — PA House Republican Caucus

Perry Stambaugh

Candidate for State Representative, 86th District

RepublicanIncumbent

Background

Occupation
State representative; farmer
Lives in
Green Park, Tyrone Township, Perry County
Campaign website
voteperrystambaugh.com

Republican state representative for the 86th District since 2021 and Republican vice chairman of the House Energy Committee. He operates a family farm in Perry County and previously worked as an editor and communications director for rural and electric-cooperative publications.

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Photo: Official portrait — PA House Republican Caucus

Documented positions

Taxes & budget

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to end school property taxes and require an alternative way to fund schools.

    Introduced as HB 310; his campaign site lists property tax elimination as a priority.

    Perry Stambaugh for State Representative

    Campaign website · Friends of Perry Stambaugh · voteperrystambaugh.com

    “Fighting for Property Tax Elimination”
    Co-Sponsorship Memo: School Property Tax Elimination Constitutional Amendment

    Government record · Pennsylvania House of Representatives · Dec 4, 2024 · palegis.us

    “end the imposition of school district property taxes and compel the General Assembly to enact a more equitable alternative to fund public education”
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  • Says the governor's 2025-26 budget plan isn't rooted in reality and will lead to tax increases.In office

    Governor's Spending Plan Not Aligned with PA's Needs, Stambaugh Says

    Public statement · Office of Rep. Perry Stambaugh · Feb 4, 2025 · repperrystambaugh.com

    “The governor’s spending plan isn’t rooted in reality … What’s next after that?,” Stambaugh warned. “Tax increases, of course!”
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Public safety

  • Sponsored a bill barring State Police from sharing firearms purchase records, including with federal agencies.

    Introduced as HB 483; his campaign site lists protecting Second Amendment rights.

    Perry Stambaugh for State Representative

    Campaign website · Friends of Perry Stambaugh · voteperrystambaugh.com

    “Protecting our 2nd Amendment Rights”
    Co-Sponsorship Memo: Protecting Firearms Purchase Data

    Government record · Pennsylvania House of Representatives · Dec 4, 2024 · palegis.us

    “prohibit the Pennsylvania State Police from sharing any information relating to firearms purchases … including the federal government”
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Economy & jobs

  • Sponsored the Power PA Act to let electric distribution companies invest in and own baseload power plants.In office

    Introduced as HB 1272; net revenue from selling power in PJM markets would be passed through to customers.

    Co-Sponsorship Memo: Power PA Act

    Government record · Pennsylvania House of Representatives · Mar 21, 2025 · palegis.us

    “Providing EDCs the option to invest in and potentially own baseload and other generation resources.”
    Allow Electric Distribution Companies to Invest in Power Plants Again, Stambaugh Says

    Public statement · Office of Rep. Perry Stambaugh · Mar 21, 2025 · repperrystambaugh.com

    “It’s clear immediate action needs taken to keep a safe, reliable, and affordable supply of power flowing.”
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Roads & infrastructure

  • Sponsored a resolution for a study on modernizing PennDOT, including new road and bridge funding options.In office

    Introduced as HR 320. His campaign site also lists expanding high-speed internet access.

    Co-Sponsorship Memo: Modernizing PennDOT Practices

    Government record · Pennsylvania House of Representatives · Aug 12, 2025 · palegis.us

    “conduct a comprehensive study on ways to modernize operations of the PA Department of Transportation (PennDOT) … Exploring new, cost-effective options relating to road and bridge funding.”
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Environment & parks

Health & human services

  • Sponsored a bill requiring DHS to seek Medicaid waivers for six-month eligibility checks and fraud lockouts.In office

    Introduced as HB 298.

    Co-Sponsorship Memo: Medical Assistance Integrity Waivers

    Government record · Pennsylvania House of Representatives · Dec 2, 2024 · palegis.us

    “enable DHS to redetermine eligibility every six months instead of annually … make sure our finite tax dollars only go to those who truly need assistance”
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Government & transparency

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment limiting state legislators to 12 years in each chamber.

    Introduced as HB 301. His campaign site says he refuses mileage, per diem and a state pension.

    Perry Stambaugh for State Representative

    Campaign website · Friends of Perry Stambaugh · voteperrystambaugh.com

    “Supporting Government Reforms, Including Legislative Term Limits”
    Co-Sponsorship Memo: Term Limits for Members of the General Assembly

    Government record · Pennsylvania House of Representatives · Dec 3, 2024 · palegis.us

    “limit the length of service for members of the state House and state Senate to a maximum of 12 years in each chamber”
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  • Sponsored a resolution to study returning the General Assembly to part-time status.In office

    Introduced as HR 77.

    Co-Sponsorship Memo: Study on Changing the PA General Assembly to a Part-Time Legislature

    Government record · Pennsylvania House of Representatives · Dec 5, 2024 · palegis.us

    “whether the Pennsylvania Constitution should be amended to return the PA General Assembly to part-time status”
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Other issues in this race

Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Perry Stambaugh on them.

  • EducationNo documented position found.
  • HousingNo documented position found.

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