Robert Merski (born May 14, 1975) is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 2nd district.

Robert Merski
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives
from the 2nd district
Assumed office
January 1, 2019 (2019-01-01)
Preceded byFlorindo Fabrizio
Personal details
Born (1975-05-14) May 14, 1975 (age 49)
Erie, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materMercyhurst University
Wilkes University
ProfessionEducator

Personal

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Merski was born and grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania. He attended Cathedral Preparatory School and graduated from Mercyhurst University with a degree in education. He later received a master's degree from Wilkes University and worked as a social studies teacher for the Erie City School District.[1] Merski's father, Robert Merski Sr., previously served as the Sheriff of Erie County.

Political career

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Merski previously served on the Erie City Council for seven years. In 2018, he took a leave of absence from with the Erie City School District to run for the 2nd District seat after the incumbent, Florindo Fabrizio, announced he would not be running for reelection due to a terminal cancer diagnosis.[1] Endorsed by Fabrizio before his death, Merski won the Democratic primary over two other candidates by securing 47% of the vote and went on to beat Republican Tim Kuzma in the general election after receiving 65% of the vote.[2][3]

Committee assignments

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  • Game & Fisheries[4]
  • Gaming Oversight[4]
  • Insurance[4]
  • Urban Affairs[4]

References

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  1. ^ a b Rink, Matthew (December 30, 2018). "Erie's Merski prepares for 1st year as state legislator". Erie Times-News. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
  2. ^ "Bob Merski declares victory in 2nd District Democratic Race". YourErie.com. May 16, 2018. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
  3. ^ "Bob Merski Wins Race for Second District General Assembly". ErieNewsNow.com. November 6, 2018. Retrieved August 2, 2019.
  4. ^ a b c d "Representative Robert E. Merski". The official website for the Pennsylvania General Assembly. Retrieved 2022-01-14.
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