Daylin Leach

Who is Daylin Leach?

Daylin Leach is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania State Senate who has represented the 17th senatorial district since 2009. He was previously a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 149th district from 2003 to 2009. On April 2, 2013, he announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives for Pennsylvania's 13th congressional district.

Leach is a prominent voice for women's issues and liberal causes in the Pennsylvania legislature. He voted to end the practice of shackling women in the criminal justice system during childbirth, passed legislation to raise awareness of human trafficking and create a hotline for captive workers, and voted to reduce restrictions on abortion clinics. He has called for the acceptance of same-sex marriage and legalizing marijuana.