Since his service to the people of the 5th Legislative District began in 2001, Rep. John Evans has been working to better the lives of people in Erie and Crawford counties.

In his tenure in the state House, Evans has proven effective in advancing legislation of interest to the people of northwestern Pennsylvania and also in working with local leaders to further enhance the quality of life in the region. To date, five of Evans’ bills have been signed into law. Those laws established tougher sentences for those involved in the manufacture of methamphetamines, enhanced consumer protection of leased vehicles and improved the safety of corrections officers.

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During his sixth term in Harrisburg, Evans has been named majority chairman of the House Game and Fisheries Committee. As part of his duties as committee chairman, Evans is able to help decide which bills are considered in committee, one of the most important hurdles a piece of legislation faces. He also is a member of the House Consumer Affairs Committee.

Prior to his committee chairmanship, Evans served on the powerful House Transportation and Appropriations committees. During his tenure in the House, Evans served as chairman of the House Subcommittee on Highways and the House Subcommittee on Transportation Safety.

To ensure that local taxpayers receive the biggest bang for their buck, Evans has been successful in returning millions of dollars to Erie and Crawford counties through state-sponsored grants and low-interest loans for area municipalities and organizations.

Evans also serves as a member of the Tuition Account Program’s Advisory Board, one of two House members to serve in that capacity.

A graduate of Linesville High School, Evans earned a bachelor’s degree in speech communications and a master’s degree in communication studies, both from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. He worked for 20 years as a news and sports reporter for Erie’s WJET-TV. In addition to his award-winning sports coverage, he spent his last two years at WJET as the primary news correspondent for the station, covering stories of regional and statewide importance.

Evans was a member of the Council of Trustees at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, his alma mater. Currently, he is involved with many community organizations, including the Zem Zem Shrine Club, and is a past member of the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Special Olympics.

He resides in Sadsbury Township, Crawford County. His family includes his wife, Bethany; four children; and a grandson.


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