1996 Pennsylvania House of Representatives election
November 5, 1996
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All 203 seats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives 102 seats needed for a majority | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Democratic hold Democratic gain Republican hold Republican gain Republican: 50–60% 60–70% 70–80% 80–90% >90% Democratic: 50–60% 60–70% 70–80% 80–90% >90% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The 1996 elections for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives were held on November 5, 1996, with all districts being decided. Primary elections were held on April 23, 1996. The term of office for those elected in 1996 began when the House of Representatives convened in January 1997. Pennsylvania State Representatives are elected for two-year terms, with all 203 seats up for election every two years.
Despite winning 102 seats in 1994, the Democrats didn't control the chamber, as Democratic State Representative Tom Stish switched affiliation to the Republican Party, giving Republicans control.