Ed Neilson is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 174th District in Northeast Philadelphia County. A lifelong civic leader and community activist in Northeast Philadelphia, he has focused on job creation, protecting the elderly, public safety, education, and addressing absentee landlords. Notable achievements include securing funding for schools, transportation, and infrastructure projects, as well as championing the Dyslexia and Early Literacy Intervention Pilot Program. Prior roles include serving the 169th District , Philadelphia City Council , and community service such as coaching sports teams, Boy Scouts leadership, and pro bono projects with IBEW for local clubs and facilities.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School; attended Saint Joseph's University .
• Professional Background: Electrician; member and political director of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 98; Deputy Secretary of Labor for Philadelphia; Director of Government Affairs and Business Development at Chartwell Law Offices.
• Political Experience:
  • Elected to Pennsylvania House 169th District in special election , serving 2012-2014.
  • Elected to Philadelphia City Council .
  • Elected to Pennsylvania House 174th District in special election , reelected for multiple terms through 2024 .