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Steve Samuelson wins 15th straight term as Bethlehem-area state rep

Democrat Steve Samuelson defeated Republican Joe Poplawski, according to unofficial results, keeping the seat he has held for 28 years.

Published Nov 3, 2026, 11:16 PM EST | LehighValleyLive

Democratic state Rep. Steve Samuelson has fended off a challenge from Republican Joe Poplawski for the seat Samuelson has held for 28 years, according to unofficial results.