State Representative, 16th District · 2026 General Election

John Costanza

Republican

Co-owner, Cesina's Sausage Co. · Center Township, Beaver County

The gist

Opposes state tax increases and mandates that he says hurt small businesses and working families.
Supports police and first responders and efforts to tackle drugs and crime.
Supports parental rights in education, school safety and workforce-focused education.
Opposes new restrictions on the right to keep and bear arms.
Says his campaign focuses on families' everyday costs and accountability from decision-makers in Harrisburg.
Pledges to judge every decision by whether it is good for Beaver County.

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Opposes state tax increases and mandates that he says hurt small businesses and working families.
About me | costanzaforpa.com
Campaign website · Friends of John Costanza · Jobs and Affordability First · costanzaforpa.com
“Fight Harrisburg tax hikes and mandates that hurt small business and working families.”
Supports police and first responders and efforts to tackle drugs and crime.
About me | costanzaforpa.com
Campaign website · Friends of John Costanza · Safe Communities First · costanzaforpa.com
“Keep our neighborhoods safe by supporting those who protect us and tackle drugs and crime and support community driven initiatives.”
Supports parental rights in education, school safety and workforce-focused education.
About me | costanzaforpa.com
Campaign website · Friends of John Costanza · Parents and Students First · costanzaforpa.com
“Support parental rights in education, school safety, and education that future proofs our economy.”
Opposes new restrictions on the right to keep and bear arms.
GOA Endorses John Costanza for State Representative
Other · Gun Owners of America · Aug 12, 2026 · Statement quoted in GOA endorsement · pennsylvania.gunowners.org
“I will stand with law-abiding gun owners and oppose any effort to infringe on our right to keep and bear arms.”
Says his campaign focuses on families' everyday costs and accountability from decision-makers in Harrisburg.
John Costanza for PA State Rep (Facebook page)
Candidate social media · Friends of John Costanza · Post of Sept. 17, 2026 · facebook.com
“John Costanza’s campaign is focused on the everyday costs families are facing and accountability from the people making decisions in Harrisburg.”
Pledges to judge every decision by whether it is good for Beaver County.
Core Values | costanzaforpa.com
Campaign website · Friends of John Costanza · Beaver County First · costanzaforpa.com
“Every decision starts with one question: Is this good for Beaver County?”

Robert F. Matzie

DemocraticIncumbent

State representative; House Majority Caucus chairman · Harmony Township, Beaver County

The gist

Sponsored legislation to hold tech companies accountable for the energy their data centers use.
Cites public school funding increases and funding for apprenticeships and career and technical education.
Supports fair wages on state-funded construction projects and workplace safety protections for public employees.
Voted for the 2026-27 state budget, saying it spends responsibly and strengthens schools.In office
Sponsored H.B. 2270 to use one pharmacy benefit administrator for all state-funded health programs.In office
Sponsored a House-adopted resolution to study the costs and benefits of staying with grid operator PJM.In office
Supports expanding nuclear power in Pennsylvania as co-chair of the Nuclear Energy Caucus.In office

In office = from the candidate's own official statements or legislation as an officeholder, not their campaign.

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Sponsored legislation to hold tech companies accountable for the energy their data centers use.
Rob's Priorities | Rob Matzie
Campaign website · People For Matzie · Cost of Living · robmatzie.com
“he sponsored legislation to hold large tech companies accountable for the energy their data centers use”
Cites public school funding increases and funding for apprenticeships and career and technical education.
Rob's Priorities | Rob Matzie
Campaign website · People For Matzie · Education … Education · robmatzie.com
“He has delivered historical increases to our public schools' funding and fought to keep politics out of the classroom … Rob secured millions in funding for apprenticeships, trade opportunities, career and technical education, and vocational programs”
Supports fair wages on state-funded construction projects and workplace safety protections for public employees.
Rob's Priorities | Rob Matzie
Campaign website · People For Matzie · Labor … Labor · robmatzie.com
“Rob has fought for fair wages to be paid on any construction projects invested in by the state … Rob is a supporter of workplace safety protections for all employees, including those in the public sector.”
Voted for the 2026-27 state budget, saying it spends responsibly and strengthens schools.
Matzie votes yes on new state budget, citing sensible spending, support for schools, programs to make life more affordable for residents
Public statement · Office of Rep. Robert F. Matzie · Jul 13, 2026 · pahouse.com
“I voted for this budget because it spends responsibly, in ways that will strengthen our schools, support our workforce”
Sponsored H.B. 2270 to use one pharmacy benefit administrator for all state-funded health programs.
House Health Committee hears testimony on Matzie bill to move Pennsylvania to single Pharmacy Benefit Administrator model
Public statement · Office of Rep. Robert F. Matzie · Jun 10, 2026 · pahouse.com
“By directing the Department of Human Services to select one single administrator to manage prescription drug benefits statewide”
Sponsored a House-adopted resolution to study the costs and benefits of staying with grid operator PJM.
State House unanimously adopts Matzie resolution to study costs, benefits of remaining with grid operator PJM
Public statement · Office of Rep. Robert F. Matzie · Jun 4, 2026 · pahouse.com
“it's time to take a closer look to ensure that staying with PJM is the best option”
Supports expanding nuclear power in Pennsylvania as co-chair of the Nuclear Energy Caucus.
Matzie: Pennsylvania Nuclear Energy Caucus briefed on nuclear energy 'roadmap' for state
Public statement · Office of Rep. Robert F. Matzie · Jun 10, 2026 · pahouse.com
“we recognized the need to expand Pennsylvania's nuclear footprint and the tremendous opportunities that can bring”