Pennsylvania Lawmakers Elect 2027-28 Session Leaders

Pennsylvania lawmakers selected leadership for the 2027-28 session as Democrats prepare to hold majorities in both legislative chambers for the first time in decades. Senate Democrats, newly in the majority, elected a leadership team, while House Democrats retained their existing leaders; House Republicans chose a new appropriations chair and caucus administrator. Regional House Democrats also named new delegation leaders: Rep. Lindsay Powell will chair the Allegheny and Southwest delegation, and Rep. Ben Waxman will lead the Philadelphia delegation. Waxman identified recurring SEPTA operating funds and the cost of everyday expenses as priorities. The General Assembly is scheduled to begin its new session on Jan. 5, 2027.