Election 2024: Republican Bernie Sauer For State Representative

Candidates running in the Nov. 5 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.

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Republican Bernie Sauer is running for state representative in the 31st Legislative District. He is challenging incumbent Democrat State Rep. Perry Warren in the Nov. 5 general election.

Biographical Information

Name: Bernie Sauer
Age: 53
Town of Residence: Newtown Borough
Position Sought: State Representative, 31st District
Education: Bishop Egan High School & Temple University
Are you an incumbent? No

Party Affiliation: Republican
Occupation: Business Owner

Questions

What is the top issue facing the Commonwealth and how would you address it?

There is no single “top issue” that our families face, but the challenges driving the conversations I have with voters can be summed up as quality-of-life issues. Families in this district expect safer streets, better schools, and an economy that doesn’t have them living paycheck to paycheck. We need to do more to provide law enforcement with the tools they need to keep us safe, we need to expand access to quality education, and we need to pursue policies that promote real economic growth and keep prices down.

Why are you running for State Rep.?

I’m running because I believe I have the experience, temperament, and drive to represent the families of this district the way they deserve. No one will fight harder for the people of this district, and I’m ready to go to Harrisburg and work across the partisan divide to deliver real results for you, my neighbors.

What can you do to keep crime from seeping into the suburbs?

First and foremost, I will work as a partner with local law enforcement to make sure they have the resources they need to keep us safe. The brave men and women who put on that uniform each and every day deserve someone fighting for them, and I hope to be that voice in Harrisburg.

What can you do to increase funding for our local school districts?

Parents deserve the opportunity to send their kids to schools that will help them succeed in a rapidly evolving world. My role as our next State Representative will be as an advocate to make sure our local schools receive their fair share of funding.

What are your ideas for improving our state roads?

I think a plan for improving state roads focuses on three key areas: infrastructure investment, efficiency, and safety. First, we need to prioritize allocating funds to repair and upgrade existing roads, ensuring they meet the needs of our growing communities. Second, we should work to streamline project timelines and reduce bureaucratic delays to get work done more efficiently and with fewer disruptions to daily commutes. Finally, we must aim to implement enhanced safety measures, including better signage, lighting, and road design improvements, to ensure that Pennsylvania’s roads are not only well-maintained but also safer for all drivers.

The 31st House District includes Newtown Township, Newtown Borough, Lower Makefield Township, Yardley Borough, and Upper Makefield Township.