Ryan Bizzarro

He is a staunch advocate for veterans’ rights and treatment courts, and recently introduced legislation that would expand veteran and service member treatment courts statewide. He has also introduced legislation that would:

Bizzarro is passionate about animal rights and authored Libre's Law – the state's landmark animal cruelty legislation that ensures that animal abusers face tougher punishments. In 2017 – the year Libre's Law was signed into effect – Bizzarro was named National Legislator of the Year by the Humane Society of the United States (2016).

Bizzarro has been recognized for his service by several groups and organizations locally and nationally. Awards include the Erie Reader "40 Under 40" (2013), Edinboro University's Honored Alumnus of the Year (2014), Humane Society Legislator of the Year (2016), Pennsylvania Snowmobile Association Legislator of the Year (2018), and Best of Erie's "Best Politician" in the years 2015, 2016 and 2017 (the category was removed in 2018).

Bizzarro was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 2012,defeating Republican attorney Jason Owen, and was sworn in on Jan. 1, 2013.

In 2008, Bizzarro graduated from Edinboro University with degrees in political science and criminal justice. He also received a master's degree from Gannon University in public administration.

Bizzarro is a lifelong resident of Erie, Pennsylvania. A survivor of childhood leukemia, he attended McDowell High School, in Erie, graduating in 2004.

Ryan A. Bizzarro (born November 13, 1985) is a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and has represented the 3rd Legislative District since 2013. His district is located in Erie County and includes the townships of McKean, Washington and parts of Millcreek; and the boroughs of Edinboro and McKean.