State Rep. Sean Dougherty (D-172nd dist.) last week was sworn in to begin his first term.
The 172nd Legislative District encompasses Bustleton, Burholme, Fox Chase, Pine Valley and parts of Rhawnhurst. Dougherty, a lawyer, defeated Rep. Kevin Boyle in the Democratic primary and narrowly defeated Republican Aizaz Gill in the general election.
“Being sworn in to the Pennsylvania State House to serve the community where I grew up and live is the honor of my lifetime,” said Dougherty, who grew up in Pine Valley and lives in Fox Chase. “I can’t wait to hit the ground running by fighting for legislative initiatives to benefit Northeast Philadelphia and providing my neighbors with important state government-related services.”
Dougherty stated that his legislative priorities include community safety, proper education funding, jobs and protecting reproductive freedom. He took over Boyle’s office at 7801-A Hasbrook Ave. ••
