Allen E. Ertel

American lawyer and politician

Allen E. Ertel - Leaders & Politicians born 1937
Born

1937
89 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served in various political capacities in the state of Pennsylvania. Represented Monroe County in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1975 to 1980. Worked as a member of the Pennsylvania Senate from 1981 to 1984. Held the position of Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth from 1985 to 1988. Played a significant role in state government, focusing on legislative issues and civic engagement.

Served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives

Served in the Pennsylvania Senate

Was Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth

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