Who Is the Secretary of State for Pennsylvania?

As of 2024, the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is Al Schmidt, appointed by Governor Josh Shapiro and confirmed in January 2023. He succeeded Leigh Chapman (acting) and Veronica Degraffenreid (acting).

Role & Responsibilities

• Chief election official: oversees voter registration, election administration, campaign finance.
• Corporate filings: business entities, UCC, trademarks.
• Notary public commissions.
• Charitable organization registrations.
• Professional licensing boards (via Department of State bureaus).
• Keeper of the Great Seal of Pennsylvania.

How to Verify Current Officeholder

Check the official Pennsylvania Department of State website or the Governor's press office. The position is a gubernatorial appointment, not elected.