On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, voters in Pennsylvania’s 193rd Legislative District will go to the polls for a special election. In this election, voters will choose the next State Representative for the 193rd District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
This special election follows the resignation of former State Representative Torren Ecker. He stepped down after voters elected him as a judge for the Adams County Court of Common Pleas. As a result, the seat is now vacant.
Understanding Pennsylvania’s 193rd Legislative District
Pennsylvania’s 193rd Legislative District includes parts of Adams and Cumberland counties. Overall, the district represents a mix of boroughs, townships, and rural communities.
In Cumberland County, the 193rd District includes the following municipalities:
- Cooke Township
- Dickinson Township
- Penn Township
- Shippensburg Borough
- Shippensburg Township
- South Newton Township
- Southampton Township
Voters who live in these municipalities may participate in the March 17 special election. In addition, residents in Adams County who fall within the district boundaries may also vote on Election Day.
How to Confirm Your Legislative District
If you are unsure whether you live in Pennsylvania’s 193rd Legislative District, you can confirm your district by searching your home address on the Pennsylvania General Assembly’s website.
About the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC
For 140 years, the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC has served as the region’s catalyst for economic prosperity. The organization combines business, community, and economic development services to enhance the region’s vitality and livability. The Chamber is a five-star accredited chamber through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—a distinction held by fewer than 1 percent of chambers nationwide. CREDC is the Certified Economic Development Organization (CEDO) approved by the Commonwealth’s Department of Community and Economic Development to perform economic development activities using Pennsylvania’s funding programs in Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties.
