The Legislator for a Day program provides students with the unique opportunity to “shadow” a member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly in Harrisburg!

When was the program offered?

This year's program was hosted on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Students joined us for an opportunity to gain insight into the legislative process and experience a day in the life of a state representative or state senator while in session at the Capitol.

Testimonials

• This program was everything I expected and more. My legislator was extremely open and informative. I had the ability to observe their role and relationships and see how the overall process works. I also was able to learn about the roles of the different members of his staff. Would highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in policy work!


• The Legislator for a Day Program gave me a truly unique opportunity to pick the brain of a state lawmaker and understand how the web of competing interests that got them elected are tied to the votes and decisions they make. Very few experiences are so immersive, and I'm incredibly grateful to the IOP for organizing this event. 

2023 Legislator for a Day Hosts

Sen. Bartolotta (R)

Rep. Kinkead (D)

Rep. Innamorato (D)

Rep. Aerion Abney (D)

Chairman Pisciottano (D)

Sen. Costa (D)

Rep. Deasy (D)

Rep. Mercuri (R)

Rep. Frankel (D)

Sen. Fontana (D)

Rep. Struzzi (R)

Rep. Venkat (D)