At a recent Capitol news conference, state Rep. Ken Smith stands in support of legislation introduced by state Rep. Jim Wansacz that would prevent recurrent floods in northeastern Pennsylvania and help victims recover. Also attending the news conference were state Reps. Eddie Day Pashinski, Frank Shimkus and Wansacz.

State Rep. Ken Smith joins other fellow state lawmakers at a news conference recognizing the importance of being prepared for all emergencies – both man-made and natural.

Rep. Ken Smith poses questions to testifiers at a recent House Children and Youth Committee hearing, of which Smith is a member. Protecting the rights of children is one of Rep. Smith’s priorities as a state legislator.