Dawn Fantasia is a member of the New Jersey General Assembly, representing the 24th Legislative District. She assumed office in January 2024 after winning election in 2023. 

Fantasia has a professional background in education. She has worked in public and charter schools as a teacher, principal, and administrator, and has been involved in academic program development. 

Prior to her service in the state legislature, Fantasia held local and county-level roles. She served on the Franklin Borough council and was later elected to the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners.  Her experience across municipal and county government preceded her election to statewide office.

Political Career

• Assemblywoman, New Jersey Legislative District 24 (2024-present) 

• County Commissioner, Sussex County (2018-2023) 

• Councilwoman, Franklin Borough (prior to county service) 

Key Policy Areas

• Education policy and school administration

• Property taxes and fiscal policy

• Local government and municipal affairs

• Economic development

• Public safety and community issues

Notable Actions / Initiatives

• Elected to the New Jersey General Assembly in 2023 and sworn in for the 2024 term. 

• Previously served on the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners. 

• Participates in legislative committees including education and economic development. 

• Has a professional background in education, including school leadership roles. 

Education

• Davis & Elkins College, B.A. 

• Capella University, M.S., Educational Leadership 

Personal

• Birth date: January 2, 1974 

• Residence: Franklin Borough, Sussex County, New Jersey