Claim: Joe Hackett resigned from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on April 2015 citing that his true passion is in law enforcement.
Evidence: 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.″