Christopher Sainato (born May 8, 1959) is an American politician who represented the 9th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1995 to 2022. He is a member of the Democratic Party.

Early life and education

Sainato was born on May 8, 1959, in New Castle, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Union Area High School in 1977, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Youngstown State University in 1982.

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Political career

From 1983 to 1993, Sainato served as a aide to Congressman Joe Kolter.

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Pennsylvania House of Representatives

In 1994, Sainato was elected to represent the 9th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Sainato was re-elected thirteen times; facing a Republican challenger on only a few occasions. In 2022, Sainato was defeated for re-election by Republican Marla Brown.

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References

External links

Pennsylvania House of Representatives - Chris Sainato official PA House website

Project Vote Smart - Representative Chris Sainato (PA) profile

Follow the Money - Chris Sainato

2006 2004 2002 2000 1998 campaign contributions

Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus - Rep. Christopher Sainato official Party website

Democratic Party members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives

1959 births

Living people

21st-century American politicians

20th-century American politicians

Youngstown State University alumni