Michael Peifer

Michael T. "Mike" Peifer (born 1968) is a Republican former member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 139th legislative district from 2006 to 2023.^[2][3]

Michael T. Peifer
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 139th district
In office January 2, 2007[1] – January 3, 2023
Preceded by	Jerry Birmelin
Succeeded by	Joseph Adams
Majority	Chairman of the House Finance Committee
Personal details
Born	1968 (age 56–57) Scranton, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Jen Peifer
Children	3 children
Residence	Greene Township, Pike County, Pennsylvania
Alma mater	Rider College
Occupation	Certified Public Accountant
Committees	House Finance Committee House Transportation Committee
Website	http://reppeifer.com

Biography

Prior to elective office, Peifer attended Wallenpaupack Area High School.^[4] He attended Rider College on a baseball scholarship and earned a degree in accounting.^[4] Peifer worked for Price Waterhouse LLP, eventually rising to the level of a senior tax consultant as a Certified Public Accountant. In 1995, Peifer opened his own accounting and tax firm in his hometown of Greentown, Pennsylvania.^[4] Peifer served as Pike County treasurer from 1999 through 2006.^[5]

As a state representative, served on the board of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency from 2011 through 2022, including as the board's chair in 2017-2020 and 2022. Peifer also served as a deputy whip for the House Republican Caucus during the 2015-16 session.^[6]

Peifer did not seek reelection to the Pennsylvania State House in 2022. After leaving office, Peifer joined Novak Strategic Advisors as a Senior Advisor in February 2023.^[7]