Paul Takac

Party: Democrat

Office: PA House ( District: 82 )

Paul has more than 30 years of business experience in educational technology. He currently serves as a member of the College Township Council and as Vice-Chair of the Spring Creek Watershed Commission and of the Centre Region Council of Government’s Public Safety Committee.

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WPSU-FM Radio -- Meet the candidates: Paul Takac, the Democrat running for the state House in the new 82nd district

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What are your positions on economic policies (ex: inflation, taxes, regulations, etc.)?
I understand how difficult it is to survive in this current economy. Global inflation and a recession have deeply impacted our day-to-day lives, and I hear the frustration and worry in every conversation I have with folks across the district...
What is your position on addressing the cost of housing?
Housing affordability and attainability is a major issue in Centre County and across the Commonwealth. People are struggling to find homes and apartments within affordable price ranges. And this issue is felt by renters and home buyers alike. Our...
What is your position on healthcare access?
In the 82nd House District, we have been — and are still — faced with major accessibility issues in our rural and underserved communities, including maternal healthcare deserts, a lack of resources for mental healthcare and emergency medical services...
What is your position on immigration policy?
As a state legislator, it is not within my jurisdiction to pass legislation on immigration policy, as that lies solely with the U.S. Constitution and the federal government. As a representative, my duty is to serve all residents of our district...
What is your position on abortion policy?
It’s simple: the decision to have an abortion should be strictly between a person and their medical provider. There is no room for politicians, the government, or, frankly, other voters in this personal and necessary healthcare decision. I am the only...
What is your position on gun ownership policy?
As the son and grandson of police officers, I learned from a young age not only how to use and store weapons responsibly but also how crucial public safety is to the health and well-being of our communities. I also recognize how prominent gun usage is...
What is your position on environmental policy? (ex: addressing climate change, clean water, clean air, etc.)
We are not facing a climate crisis — we are in one. It’s far past time for us to address the negative impacts of climate change and accelerate the transition to a more prosperous clean energy economy. There are many different approaches we can take to...
What is your position on LGBTQ rights? (ex: marriage, adoption, gender-affirming care, sports participation, etc.)
Every American deserves equal rights and protections under the law, and Pennsylvania is still one of 29 states that do not provide explicit protections for all those in the LGBTQ+ community. That must change. I was honored to have one of my very first...
What is your position on addressing lowering the cost of higher education in Pennsylvania?
I believe that we should do everything we can to make the cost of higher education — including career technical and vocational education — as affordable as possible to give people the head-start they need without incurring crippling student debt. I was...
Police/Criminal Justice Reform
I recognize that the criminal justice system unfairly targets and marginalizes Black and brown communities, and perpetuates systemic injustices that impact families for generations. I am proud to have participated in bringing the Pardon Project to Centre

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