The open Butler County house seat once held by Republican Rep. Brian Ellis, who resigned earlier this week following sexual assault allegations, will be filled in a special election May 21st — the same day as the state’s municipal primaries.
House Speaker Mike Turzai, R-Allegheny, announced the date Wednesday.
Candidates will be chosen the local party leaders. Ellis, in office since 2004, last faced a Democratic opponent in 2008 when he won with over two-thirds of the vote. Ellis faced an independent challenger last year who took just under one fourth of the vote.
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This is the fourth special election scheduled for primary day. Two state Senate special elections will take place, as well as a special for the 12th Congressional District in central Pennsylvania.
The 11th district includes the city of Butler proper as well as parts west and south of the city.
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