Ralph D. Acosta (born September 28, 1934) is an American politician.
[3] Born in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico on September 28, 1934, Acosta was professionally involved in long-haul trucking.
The first Latino to be elected to the state House, he served a total of five consecutive terms.
[5][6][7] During his tenure, Acosta was appointed as one of two vice chairs of the Pennsylvania Governor's Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs, serving under Governor Robert P. Casey.
One of the concerns on which he focused was safe, affordable housing for senior citizens.