HARRISBURG, PA – March 26, 2025 – Last night, Democratic East Petersburg Mayor James Malone won a special election for Senate District 36, which comprises northern Lancaster County, against Republican County Commissioner Josh Parsons. Of the 184,569 registered voters in SD-36, 53% are Republicans and 30% are Democrats.
James Malone’s victory brings the total membership of the Democratic Caucus up to 23, narrowing the gap with the Senate Republican caucus.
In welcoming the first Democratic State Senator from Lancaster since 1889, Democratic Leader Jay Costa releases the following statement:
“The people of Lancaster County were loud and clear: Decency and commonsense beats the Trump and Musk agenda of hatred, chaos, and misery. I am thrilled to welcome another outstanding champion for Democratic values to the Pennsylvania Senate Democrats, and I look forward to working with him to continue fighting for a government that works for every Pennsylvanian. As we go forward in our discussions of the future of education, transit, healthcare, housing, good jobs, and care for our elders, I know James Malone will be a champion of the values Lancaster holds dear.”
Learn more about the PA Senate Democrats’ commitment to every Pennsylvanian here.
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