Joseph Adams

Joseph Adams is an American politician who served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 139th district. Elected in November 2022, he assumed office on January 3, 2023. he resigned his seat early on February 9, 2024.

Due to the razor-thin margin that exists in the Pennsylvania House at the time of his election, Adams has called out for bipartisanship and cooperation to govern the state regardless of political affiliation for the good of their constituents. He has also reflected on the fact he succeeded his close personal friend and hoped to keep his political views as close as possible to Peifer's. He supports improving infrastructure, reducing taxes, and bringing more industrial jobs into Wayne County. He opened his district office in Hawley.

He announced on January 23, 2024 that he would not seek re-election in 2024, but that he intended to serve for the remainder of his term.

Personal life Adam's family have lived in Wayne County for 5 generations. He is married to Kathryn Scott Adams and the couple lives in Salem Township.

Electoral history