Smith-Wade-El is a Lancaster County native and has represented the 49th District since December 2022.
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Rep. Ismail Smith-Wade-El (D) is seeking reelection to the PA House in the Nov. 3 general election.
Smith-Wade-El, also known as “Izzy,” has represented Pennsylvania’s 49th District, which includes portions of Lancaster County, since the end of 2022.
Smith-Wade-El faces Republican opponent Vanessa Acosta in the November general election.
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FOX43 Candidate Questionnaire
Ahead of the midterm election, FOX43 News invited candidates across south-central Pennsylvania to complete a questionnaire about their priorities and experience. Below are Smith-Wade-El’s responses:
More information on the Nov. 3 general election can be found on FOX43’s 2026 Election Guide.