2026 Primary Candidate Questionaire

District 173 - Incumbent

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.

If (re-)elected, would support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

I do believe that PSBL’s are essential infrastructure, as they promote safety on the roads. But I want to ensure any legislation that would promote the use of PSBL’s is in coordination with experts and the residents that want them.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia (similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?)

Again, I do believe that it’s important to hear from experts and residents that must live with new infrastructure before anything permanent is built. But I do support using state funds to build PSBL’s and infrastructure that promote pedestrian safety.

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

Yes

Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to use your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

Yes

Optional: if you'd like to elaborate on any of your above answers, please do so here.

I think it is a good idea to use state funds to build infrastructure that protects bikers and pedestrians. But it is also valid to bring in experts and local residents to see if they are needed on a particular project.

Optional: if elected, how do you plan to reduce traffic deaths in your district and make Philadelphia roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians?

Stronger application of existing traffic regulations, paired with continued investment in measures like traffic calming designs and protected bike lanes, has been shown to reduce roadway deaths. Expanding these efforts, while coordinating with subject matter experts and engaging local communities, can further enhance overall safety. Good examples of this are Philadelphia’s push to install more speed humps, speed cameras, and red light cameras, which has been effective in slowing drivers down and keeping pedestrians safe.

District 174 - Incumbent

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.

If (re-)elected, would support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

Yes

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia (similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?)

Yes

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

As transportation chair, I make it a point not to co-sponsor legislation that comes to my committee unless of course if I am the prime. This way it can’t be said that I am not playing favorites.

Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to use your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

Yes

District 181 - Incumbent

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.

If (re-)elected, would support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

Yes

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia (similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?)

Yes

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

Yes

Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to use your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

Bike safety is deeply personal to me. I recently lost a friend in a hit-and-run in West Philly, so I know all too well the devastating consequences of dangerous street design and traffic violence. We have a responsibility to build roads that better protect cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers alike, and House Bill 291 is a part of that effort.

District 182 - Incumbent

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.

If (re-)elected, would support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

Yes

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia (similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?)

Yes

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

Yes

Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to use your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

I think a major issue is that PennDOT doesn't have an office in Philadelphia. As a result, the agency is somewhat distant from the needs and priorities of Philadelphia, with all the decisions being made mostly by suburban-based policymakers. We need at least some physical presence from PennDOT in Philadelphia so they understand our needs.

District 184 - Incumbent

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.

If (re-)elected, would support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

Yes

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia (similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?)

Yes

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

Yes

Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to use your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

Yes

District 188 - Incumbent

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.

If (re-)elected, would support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

Yes

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia (similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?)

Yes

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

Yes
Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to use your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

Yes

District 195

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.
If (re-)elected, would you support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

Yes

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia, similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?

Yes

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.
If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

Yes

Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to using your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

Yes

Optional: If you’d like to elaborate on any of your above answers, please do so here.

My district has many state roads that go towards Fairmount Park and the Schuylkill River Trail. I think that riders in Strawberry Mansion would benefit greatly from having safer ways to access these outdoor spaces.

Optional: If elected, how do you plan to reduce traffic deaths in your district and make Philadelphia roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians?

Increased and reliable investment in public transportation would go a long way to getting more cars off the streets in my district. I would also call for higher investment in traffic calming measures (like speed cushions or bumps) to prevent speeding or reckless driving.

Lastly, not only would I like to see protected bike lanes in my district, but I would also turn left traffic lights that have separate intervals for cyclists and cars. You see some intersections downtown have this, and I think it goes a long way to reduce traffic deaths.

District 197 - Incumbent

Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) are currently illegal on the vast majority of State-owned roads in PA.
If (re-)elected, would you support including a bill that legalizes Parking Separated Bike Lanes (PSBLs) on State-owned roads in must-pass legislation, such as the bill authorizing PennDOT’s annual appropriations in next year’s budget?

I do agree with the results of the City of Philadelphia's PSBL’s study and that PSBL’s are needed across the city to promote safety for bikers. However, I would like to work with other counties and municipalities in the commonwealth to discuss if this is appropriate for the state roads in their jurisdiction.

If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill that would require PennDOT to include provisions for bicyclists and pedestrians in all new transportation projects in Philadelphia, similar to existing statewide laws in Oregon, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts?

I believe that PSBL’s and infrastructure that promote pedestrian safety should be promoted throughout the city. However, I would like to work with PennDOT to see if this is appropriate for 100% of transportation projects across the commonwealth. It would be appropriate to bring experts and local stakeholders together to see if a particular project should require such infrastructure.

Despite making up only 20% of Philly's road network, State-owned roads account for 62% of traffic deaths in the city.
If (re-)elected, would you cosponsor a bill mandating PennDOT to describe, in writing, how all new capital projects involving State-owned roads on Philadelphia’s High-Injury Network (HIN) would reduce fatalities and injuries?

Yes

Do you commit, if (re-)elected, to using your position to advocate for the installation of additional high-quality, protected bike infrastructure in your district and across Philadelphia?

Yes

Optional: If you’d like to elaborate on any of your above answers, please do so here.

I believe in making roads safer for bikers and pedestrians. But it’s important to work with experts and local stakeholders on permanent infrastructure. What might work in one community, might not be technically feasible in another or desirable by those who live there.

Optional: If elected, how do you plan to reduce traffic deaths in your district and make Philadelphia roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians?

I believe enforcement of existing laws and building of new infrastructure (like traffic calming measures, PSBL’s, etc) will reduce traffic deaths, because it already has. My district includes Roosevelt boulevard, which was arguably one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the commonwealth, until speeding cameras were installed. Since their installation, compliance with existing traffic laws has gone up reducing accidents and fatalities. This practice should be extended to dangerous roads across the commonwealth, as the use of technology for enforcement is key to reducing traffic fatalities and protecting pedestrians, and bikers. Expanding traffic calming measures and road designs, in coordination with experts and local stakeholders, would also make roads safer. For example, Philadelphia has been aggressive at expanding speed bumps, reducing speeding.