LEHMAN TWP. – State Sen. Lisa Baker announces her plan to seek re-election for a fourth four-year term.
Baker, R-Lehman was first elected to the state senate in 2006. She represents the 20th Senatorial District, which includes portions of Luzerne and Susquehanna counties and all of Pike, Wayne, and Wyoming counties.
Baker has pushed for changes to the juvenile justice system following the Luzerne County Kids for Cash scandal, established a small disaster assistance program to aid communities when tragedy strikes and provided incentives to recruit, retain and reward fire and ambulance volunteers.
She participated in the creation of the Veteran Service Officer program to help veterans access benefits they have earned, and the Veterans’ Trust Fund, which has distributed more than $5 million to support veterans and their families.
During the current term, Baker has created savings accounts for individuals with disabilities, has voted to reauthorize and expand the Call Before You Dig service, and to impose tougher requirements to ensure pipeline safety.
In addition to her experience in appointed and elected positions in state government, Baker held several private sector positions and offered her time and talents to numerous volunteer organizations.
Baker is chairing her third Senate committee, Health and Human Services.
Baker resides in Lehman Township with her husband of 33 years, Gary. They have one son, Carson, and one grandson, Bryce.
