Jon Lloyd

Jon Lloyd (Democratic Party) is running for election to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to represent District 40. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Democratic primary on May 19, 2026.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Jon Lloyd, and I’m running for Pennsylvania's State House in the 40th District because I truly care about this community and the future we’re building for the next generation. I believe leadership starts with listening, showing up, and being willing to do the work to solve real problems for people.

Much of my professional life has been spent helping people navigate challenges, fix problems, and make complicated systems work better. That experience has shaped how I see public service - I believe government should be practical, responsive, transparent, and focused on the everyday needs of people. I believe in rolling up my sleeves, bringing people together, and finding solutions that actually improve lives.

I’m also a parent, and that has made this work especially personal for me. My family’s connection to education has strengthened my commitment to fighting for strong public schools, supporting educators, and making sure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

I’m running because I want families in our district to have a representative who will stand up for public education, defend fundamental rights, support working people, and help build a stronger, fairer future for everyone in our community.

I want to bring energy, integrity, compassion, and accountability to Harrisburg, and make sure that the people of this district always have someone who will speak up for them.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

The first key message of my campaign has to do with affordability. Families across our district are being squeezed by rising costs while wages struggle to keep up. I’m running to make Pennsylvania more affordable by fighting for good-paying jobs, raising the minimum wage to $15/hour, lowering everyday costs, and implementing policies that actually help working families get ahead. That means protecting healthcare access, supporting seniors, investing in public education, and making sure our tax dollars are used in ways that strengthen communities instead of leaving people behind.My second key message is about accessibility. Accessibility is about dignity, inclusion, and making sure every person can fully participate in community life. That means improving ADA infrastructure in our neighborhoods, public spaces, transportation, and government buildings so people with disabilities can move through the world safely and independently. It also means making government assistance programs easier to access by reducing barriers and simplifying the process. Supporting accessibility also means standing with marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ residents, and ensuring everyone can access public spaces, services, and support with safety, respect, and dignity.My third key message is about accountability. People deserve a government that is honest, transparent, and responsive to the communities it serves. I believe elected officials should listen to constituents, clearly explain their decisions, and be held accountable for the outcomes of those decisions. Public service should not be about power or politics for its own sake, but about earning trust through integrity, being accessible, and delivering results. I’m running to be the kind of representative who shows up for residents, communicates openly, delivers on campaign promises, and never loses sight of who government is supposed to work for.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m especially passionate about public policy that directly affects people’s everyday lives: fair and equitable public school funding, affordable housing and healthcare, strong unions, mental health support services, anti-discriminatory access to services and programs, and accountable government. I believe government should work for people in practical, visible ways by expanding opportunities, reducing barriers, and ensuring every resident is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

State Rep Emily Kinkead, Teamsters Local 205, 3.14 Action Fund, Dan Grzybek (Allegheny County Council), Bethany Hallam (Allegheny County Council), Teachers Unify to End Gun Violence Action, Char Valley Dems, Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers, Young Democrats of Allegheny County, Steel City Stonewall Democrats, Allegheny County Democratic Committee, PA State Education Association - Political Action Committee for Education