James Andrew Malone, born in 1973 or 1974, is an American politician serving as a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania State Senate for the 36th district since May 5, 2025. He was elected in a special election on March 25, 2025, succeeding Republican Senator Ryan Aument, who resigned in December 2024. Prior to his tenure in the state senate, Malone served as the mayor of East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, from 2017 to 2025.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Associate of Arts from Northwest College; Bachelor of Arts from Lee University.

• Political Experience:

  • Elected Mayor of East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, in 2017; re-elected in 2021.
  • Elected to the Pennsylvania State Senate representing the 36th district in a special election on March 25, 2025.

As mayor, Malone focused on transparent and inclusive governance, emphasizing community engagement and development. His campaign for the state senate highlighted priorities such as increasing workforce housing, supporting public education, and advocating for first responders.