Election 2022: Meet State Senator Maria Collett

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PA — With the November general election just around the corner, Patch is profiling some of the candidates whose names will appear at the ballot box.

Below, we introduce you to State Sen. Maria Collett, a Democrat who represents the 12th Senatorial District in parts of Montgomery County.

Collett is facing Republican challenger Rob Davies in the upcoming election.

Patch sent a questionnaire to Collett and below are her responses.

Name: Maria Collett

Age: 48

Town Of Residence: Lower Gwynedd Township, PA

What Communities Does Your District Cover? New or Current?
The new Senate District 12 covers: Boroughs of Ambler, Bryn Athyn, Hatboro, Hatfield, Lansdale, Souderton, and the Montco side of Telford, and Townships of Franconia, Hatfield, Horsham, Lower Gwynedd, Lower Moreland, Montgomery, Plymouth, Salford, Upper Dublin, Upper Moreland, Whitpain, and Worcester.

Party Affiliation (If Applicable): Democrat

Family: I live in Lower Gwynedd Township with my husband, Len, and our son, August.

Education: BA in English from the University of Maryland, College Park, JD from
Rutgers Law School, and a BSN from Drexel University

Occupation: State Senator of Pennsylvania Senate District 12

How Long Have You Held Public Office? If You Are A Political Newcomer, What Made
You Decide To Get Involved In Politics?
Since 2018 I have been serving as your State Senator, making a positive difference in our
community.

How Long Have You Lived In Pennsylvania? How Long Have You Lived In The District
You Either Represent, Or Are Seeking To Represent?

I have been a Pennsylvanian for 10 years and have lived in the district for eight years.

What Are Some Of The Top Issues Facing Your District?
Getting the rising cost of living under control, election integrity/protecting our democracy,
reproductive freedom, public education funding, public safety.

What In Your Background Qualifies You For The Elected Position?
I am uniquely qualified to continue being a public servant to the communities in the 12th
Senatorial District. In addition to being an attorney and a nurse, I have successfully
advocated for and brought much needed grants back to our district for things like infrastructure improvements, police department and firehouse renovations and expansion, school safety, and school funding without raising taxes.

Do You Believe Adhering To Party Doctrine Or Serving Constituents Is More Important?
I am a public servant. My primary concern is to serve the residents of this district and to
ensure that the government does good things for all of us.

Are You Willing To Work Across The Political Aisle To Get Things Accomplished?
Yes, my record reflects that I have and will continue to work with other leaders to get good
things done for our community no matter what side of the aisle we are on.

Is There Anything Else You Would Like Folks To Know About You?
It has been my sincere privilege to serve as your State Senator these past four years and I
would be honored to have your support so that, together, we can continue the rewarding
work of delivering positive results for our community and Commonwealth.