Two well-known area Democrats are stating their intention to run for the PA House in the newly redrawn 105th legislative district.
Eric Epstein
Over the past day, both long-time activist Eric Epstein and Susquehanna Township Commissioner Justin Fleming said that they would seek the Democratic nomination for the seat.
“As state representative, I will use my extensive skill sets developed as a public interest advocate and government watchdog for the last 35 years and as a Central Dauphin School Board member to continue to fight for your family and ensure you finally get the representation you need and deserve in Harrisburg,” Epstein said, in a statement.
Epstein, 62, of Lower Paxton Township, has been active over many years through citizen watchdog groups like Rock the Capital and Three Mile Island Alert. He was elected to the Central Dauphin School District board in 2013. Last year, he ran unsuccessfully for Dauphin County controller and has previously run for the PA House.
Justin Fleming during his swearing-in as Susquehanna Township commissioner
Fleming, 41, has served on the Susquehanna Township board of commissioners for the past eight years. He also serves on the volunteer boards of several nonprofits and has served previously as a trustee and elder for Market Square Presbyterian Church in Harrisburg, according to his campaign announcement.
“As a state representative, I will work hard for all of the citizens of the 105th district,” Fleming said, in a statement. “I will listen to your concerns, help you when you need to be connected to services and fight for your needs on the House floor.”
Rep. Andrew Lewis, a Republican, currently holds the 105th district seat. The district, though, will change considerably in boundaries and partisan makeup under a new map finalized last week by PA Legislative Reapportionment Commission.
Under the new map, the district will include all of Susquehanna Township and Penbrook and parts of Lower Paxton Township. It currently includes Lower Paxton, South Hanover and West Hanover townships.
Opponents of the new redistricting map have until March 6 to file challenges with the state Supreme Court. The primary is slated for May 17.
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