Joe Hackett resigned from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on April 2015 citing that his true passion is in law enforcement.
On April 2, 2015, Rep. Hackett announced his resignation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, effective April 30, 2015. In a press release, he cited that in light of recent episodes and situations that have placed a strain on the relationship between police and citizens of this nation, I've realized my true passion is in law enforcement. 
