Chris Quinn Sworn In as State Representative of 168th District - Delco lawmaker wasting no time, already at work on key initiatives
HARRISBURG – Accompanied by close family and friends, Chris Quinn of Middletown, Delaware County, took the oath of office this morning as state representative of the 168th Legislative District.
Quinn was elected in a July special election to fill a House seat once held by the late Speaker Matthew J. Ryan and recently vacated by Tom Killion, who now represents the 9th District in the state Senate.
“I am humbled by the opportunity to serve the citizens of the 168th Legislative District and grateful that they have entrusted me with the responsibility to represent them in Harrisburg,” said Quinn, who was administered the oath by Judge James Nilon Jr. of the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas.
“There are many pressing issues before the General Assembly that have a direct impact on the residents of Pennsylvania and the citizens of my legislative district,” said Quinn. “I am already involved in efforts to address the Commonwealth’s opioid crisis, which threatens the health of our citizens and the peace and stability of our communities.
“As the father of three young daughters, I support sensible education spending, and will work to ensure senior citizens receive their fair share of support. I also favor initiatives to promote job growth and preserve open spaces, while holding the line on state spending,” he said.
Born and raised in Delaware County, Quinn graduated from the University of South Florida, where he earned a degree in economics. He worked in the global electronics manufacturing industry for more than 10 years and traveled extensively before returning home to start his own independent insurance agency in Middletown in 2002.
In the House, Quinn will draw on his experience as an elected member of Middletown Township Council in 2008, where he was instrumental in the creation of Sleighton Park in Middletown and initiated the restarting of the Middletown Historical Society; and his experience as vice treasurer of the Delaware County Industrial Development Authority, which finances economic and industrial development projects throughout the county. Quinn also serves on the board of Wells for Relief International, a not-for-profit organization that designs, builds and maintains safe drinking water systems for at-risk populations around the world.
Quinn is active in his church and community, and has volunteered for a number of local organizations and as a youth soccer coach. He and his wife, Carle, live in Middletown with their three children.
The 168th Legislative District includes Media and Chester Heights boroughs as well as Middletown, Edgemont, Newtown, Upper Providence and Thornbury townships, and part of Marple Township.
State Rep. Chris Quinn takes the oath of office to represent the 168th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He is accompanied by his wife, Carle, and their three daughters. Additional photos available at
RepChrisQuinn.com.
Representative Chris Quinn
168th District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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