Election 2022: Republican Kathleen Tomlinson For State Representative

Candidates running in the Nov. 8 general election are providing background about themselves and their positions on the issues to voters in these profiles, which will run in Patch individually for each candidate.

BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA —Republican incumbent Kathleen "K.C." Tomlinson is running for state representative in the 18th Legislative District against Democrat Laurie Smith in the Nov. 8 general election.

Name: Kathleen “K.C.” Tomlinson

Age: 34

Town of residence: Bensalem

Position sought: State Representative

Are you an incumbent?: Yes

What Towns Does Your District Cover?: Bensalem Township, Hulmeville Borough

Party affiliation: Republican

Family: I live in Bensalem with my fiancée and two dogs – Duke and Gemma

Education: Bensalem High School 2007, Mercer County Community College, 2014 - Licensed Funeral Director

Occupation: Funeral Director, State Representative

What are the top issues currently facing your district and how do you plan to address them?

The top issues facing our district today are record inflation, rising energy prices, and the spike in crime across the region.

We need a common-sense approach to tackling the economic challenges our families are dealing with each and every day. That is why I have voted to lower taxes, reduce energy prices, create stability in the supply chain, and to provide relief with Pennsylvania’s first ever childcare tax credit.

I am also proud to have secured nearly $1 million in grants for our local law enforcement and first responders. I will always stand with these men and women who put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe.

Identify specific goals or ideas you have to enhance life in your district:

My goal as State Representative is to provide the working families in my district with the support they need in these challenging times for our commonwealth and our country.

I will continue working to reduce food and energy costs, while providing real relief with legislative accomplishments like passing Pennsylvania’s first ever child care tax credit.

I am also committed to continuing to provide quality, accessible constituent service for Bensalem and Hulmeville families who need help dealing with state agencies.

What in your experience or background prepares you for election to the office?

Bensalem is my home. I was born here, raised here, went to school here, bought a home here, and operate my family business here. I truly understand this district’s priorities because they are my priorities.

It has been an honor to represent my friends, family, and neighbors, and with your support, I will continue to deliver results for our community and fight for our shared values.

I will always put our families first and place people before politics.