State Rep. Stephenie Scialabba, R-12th, was joined by her husband, John, and young son, Teddy, on the floor of the state House of Representatives on Tuesday, Jan. 3. Scialabba was sworn in as a representative. Scialabba replaces Daryl Metcalfe, who served the 12th District for 24 years before announcing his retirement last year. Submitted photo

On Jan. 3, Rep. Marci Mustello, R-11th, took the oath of office to continue her service as state representative. Prior to the ceremony, she took a moment for a photograph at her desk. Submitted photo

Butler County candidates who were successful in the 2022 general election were sworn in Tuesday, Jan. 3, during ceremonies held in the hallowed halls of government, whether in Harrisburg or Washington, D.C.

Newcomer Stephenie Scialabba, who won the state representative seat in the 12th Legislative District, raised her right hand and swore to uphold the constitutions of the United States and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on the floor of the state House of Representatives where she will serve her constituents.

Incumbent state Rep. Marci Mustello was sworn in for her second term in the 11th Legislative District.