Pat Gallagher, born on April 21, 1974, is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 173rd District since 2023. He is a northeast Philadelphia native who served as state Rep. Mike Driscoll’s chief of staff for the last eight years.1
A 1992 graduate of Cardinal Dougherty High School, he earned a B.A. in political science from Temple University. Gallagher is a past member of Ancient Order of Hibernians #39 and Northeast Victim Services. He has brought almost a decade of public service and accomplished small business experience to the state House.
Gallagher is a strong supporter of organized labor, agreeing with the basic tenets of livable wages, safe working conditions, dignified retirement, equal pay for equal work, and quality medical benefits. He will fight for higher wages and safe working conditions, work to make health care more affordable and accessible, and hold public safety as a top priority.
He has served on various committees including Appropriations, Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities, Gaming Oversight, Professional Licensure, Philadelphia House Delegation, and Pennsylvania Charitable Nonprofit Caucus. He is also a part of the Subcommittee on Health and Human Services.
