Gary W. Day is a Republican representative for Pennsylvania's 187th Legislative District, which includes parts of Lehigh County and previously Berks County. Born on January 18, 1967, in Baltimore, Maryland, he has served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, initially from 2009 to 2022, and returned to office after winning election in 2024. Notable achievements include building a strong conservative voting record, passing legislation benefiting homeowners and military personnel, chairing the Select Committee on School Safety , and serving as a delegate to the 2012 Republican National Convention. He prioritizes economic growth, combating inflation, school safety, and protecting resident freedoms.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: B.S. in economics from The Pennsylvania State University.
• Professional Experience: Director of marketing and human resources for Service Electric Cablevision; executive assistant to Republican Allentown Mayor William Heydt ; member of the YMCA board of directors; founding member of the Lehigh Valley Sportsfest; executive director of the Allentown Advancement Team; executive committee member of the Allentown Economic Development Corporation.
• Political Experience: Elected to the Pennsylvania House for the 2009 term and reelected for six consecutive terms through 2022; not a candidate for reelection in 2023 but returned in 2024; represents the 187th District as a Republican.