MILFORD, PA — Dominique Azzollini, a working-class professional and longtime Pike County resident, officially announced her candidacy on January 27 for the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives in the 139th Legislative District, serving Pike and Wayne Counties. 

Running on a platform of affordability, healthcare access and government reform, Azzollini aims to provide a fresh voice for a community facing rising costs and limited local services. A graduate of Delaware Valley High School and a licensed Real Estate professional, Azzollini is entering the race to ensure that Pike and Wayne Counties remain places where families can afford to live, rather than struggle paycheck to paycheck, according to her campaign. 

“I’m running because our community deserves a future where people can afford to live, work, and raise a family—not just dream about it,” said Azzollini. “I’m not a career politician. I’m a young professional living through the exact challenges our district faces every day. I refuse to accept that ‘this is just the way things are’ when it comes to our housing crisis, the lack of hospitals and general practitioners, and an economy that forces our residents to commute out of state just to find a living wage.” 

Rooted in the Community 

Azzollini’s deep ties to the district inform her policy priorities, according to her campaign. After graduating at the top of her class at Delaware Valley in 2018, she attended Wilkes University’s Honors College to study Neuroscience and Psychology. However, the combined impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the high cost of tuition forced her to return home to Milford—an experience that shaped her understanding of the sacrifices local families make in pursuit of the American Dream. 

Now a professional at Davis R. Chant Realtors, Azzollini sees the housing crisis firsthand. "I’ve watched young professionals give up on buying a home and long-time residents leave because they’re priced out," Azzollini said. "My work in real estate has become a mission to help my neighbors navigate a market that is increasingly out of reach." 

A Vision for Results 

Azzollini’s campaign is focused on five pillars of progress for the 139th District: 

• Affordability & Housing: Expanding affordable housing, supporting first-time homebuyers, and raising Pennsylvania’s $7.25 minimum wage. She also proposes lowering the state sales tax and creating policies to combat rising grocery prices. 
• Expanding Healthcare Access: Pike County is one of only nine counties in Pennsylvania without a hospital. Azzollini will fight to bring primary care facilities and a hospital to the district, ensuring residents don't have to travel hours for basic medical care. 
• Protecting Our Environment: The Delaware River and our natural resources are essential to our way of life and economy. Azzollini aims to protect clean water, preserve our state forests, and support sustainable development. 
• Economic Opportunity: To stabilize a local economy reliant on government and tourism, Azzollini advocates for legalizing marijuana to create new revenue, expanding broadband for remote work, and attracting new industries to keep talent within the district. 
• Government Reform: Azzollini is committed to restoring trust in Harrisburg by supporting the PA State Gift Ban for elected officials, enacting state term limits, and ending gerrymandering through an independent redistricting commission. 

Proven Commitment 

Azzollini is a familiar face in local civic life, actively involved with Delaware Valley Action! (DVA!), the Pike County Democratic Committee, and local traditions like the Milford St. Patrick’s Day Parade. In 2025, she ran for Dingman Township Auditor, securing a significant 46% of the vote—a result she views as a clear signal that the district is ready for new leadership. 

“We need practical, targeted steps to make living here possible again,” Azzollini concluded. “I’m ready to bring new energy and honest representation to Harrisburg to fight and advocate for the people of the 139th.” 

The 139th District includes municipalities across Pike County (including Blooming Grove, Dingman, Greene, Lackawaxen, MatamorasBorough, Milford Borough, Milford Township, Palmyra, Shohola, and Westfall Townships) and Wayne County (including Cherry Ridge, Dreher, Hawley Borough, Lake, Lehigh, Palmyra, Paupack, Salem, South Canaan, and Sterling Townships). 

For more information about Dominique’s campaign, to volunteer, or to get involved, visit her website, azzolliniforpa.org, or her Facebook Page, Dominique Azzollini for PA 139.