PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Current State Representative Dawn Keefer (R-92) has beaten Mark Temons (D) for State Senate in the 31st District.
District 31 consists of the townships of Lower and Upper Allen, and the boroughs of Lemoyne, Mechanicsburg, New Cumberland and Shiremanstown in Cumberland County. It also includes multiple parts of York County, including the townships of Carroll, Dover, Manchester, Newberry and the boroughs of Dillsburg, Dover, Lewisberry and Manchester; York City is also a part of this district.
After serving four terms in seven years, Keefer’s term as state representative will end on Nov. 30, 2024.
Keefer described herself as being pro-life, a supporter of the Second Amendment and working to reduce the size and cost of state government.
When she announced her plan to run for State Senate, Keefer said, “I am running because there is much more to be done, and I want to use my experience to ensure Pennsylvania becomes the best place to live, work and raise a family.
“As a state legislator, my constituents can trust that I will continue to work hard for the issues that matter most, because your priorities are my priorities,” Keefer continued. “While I will focus my efforts in Harrisburg on pressing issues, like right-sizing government, supporting our workers and jobs and defending our rights and freedoms, know that the core of my legislative actions are focused on improving the lives of individuals and families here at home.”
During her time as a state representative, Keefer challenged policies she believes foster a hostile business climate; because of this work, in 2022 Keefer was chosen as chairwoman of the Pennsylvania State Freedom Caucus.
Keefer will replace Mike Regan (R), who announced his retirement earlier this year.
