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Lou Barletta

American politician (born 1956)

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Louis John Barletta (born January 28, 1956) is an American businessman and politician who served as the U.S. representative for Pennsylvania's 11th congressional district from 2011 to 2019. A member of the Republican Party, he served as mayor of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, from 2000 to 2010.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Hazleton wd
Citizenship
United States wd
Occupation
politician, entrepreneur, professional athlete wd
Political party
Republican Party wd
Education
Bloomsburg University, Hazleton Area High School, Luzerne County Community College wd
Official website
barletta.house.gov wd
Social media
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Positions held wd

  • United States representative (3 January 2017 – 3 January 2019)
  • United States representative (6 January 2015 – 3 January 2017)
  • United States representative (3 January 2013 – 3 January 2015)
  • United States representative (5 January 2011 – 3 January 2013)
  • mayor (2000–2010)
  • city council (1998–2000)
  • United States representative

About

As mayor, he came to prominence due to a high-profile immigration ordinance. During his tenure, he challenged longtime Democratic incumbent Paul Kanjorski of the 11th congressional district three times, eventually defeating him in 2010. Barletta was re-elected three times to serve in Congress.

In 2018, Barletta was the unsuccessful Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, losing to Democratic incumbent Bob Casey Jr. by a 13-point margin in the general election. He also ran unsuccessfully in the 2022 Republican primary for governor of Pennsylvania, losing to Doug Mastriano.

Questions

When was Lou Barletta born?
Lou Barletta was born on 28 January 1956 in Hazleton.
What positions has Lou Barletta held?
Positions held by Lou Barletta include: United States representative (2017–2019); United States representative (2015–2017); United States representative (2013–2015); United States representative (2011–2013); mayor (2000–2010).
Where did Lou Barletta study?
Lou Barletta was educated at Bloomsburg University, Hazleton Area High School, Luzerne County Community College.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Lou Barletta · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q25568 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Lou Barletta, Official Portrait, 112th Congress (2).JPG by US House of Representatives (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 6 November 2026

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