Jul. 02, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – After the announcement of indictments from the “Operation Gold Rush” operation conducted by the United States Justice Department, Rep. Bryan Cutler (R-Peach Bottom) says the time is now for Pennsylvania to improve safeguards for the people of Pennsylvania against Medicare fraud.
Jul. 02, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tina Pickett’s (R-Bradford/Wyoming) legislation to remove outdated and offensive language from Pennsylvania’s insurance laws was signed into law by the governor this week. The measure was authored by Pickett, who serves as Republican chair of the House Insurance Committee, with Rep. Perry Warren (D-Bucks), Democrat chair of the committee.
Jul. 02, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Two pieces of legislation authored by state Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) which honor a pair of local veterans have been signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro.
Jul. 02, 2025 /
Minimum Wage Bill to Cause More Harm Than Good
Last week, I wrote my column to commemorate the important work of the Penn-Franklin News, which was slated to close its doors and print its final edition. I am happy to have learned that this is no longer the case as a purchase occurred and there is a new owner. Accordingly, I am excited that I have been asked to continue submitting this weekly column.
Jul. 02, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) is pleased to announce House Bill 1103, bipartisan legislation he co-sponsored with Rep. Morgan Cephas (D-Philadelphia), has been signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
Jul. 01, 2025 /
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – In light of a nationwide federal crackdown on Medicaid fraud, which included the arrest of a Bucks County woman who allegedly defrauded Medicaid of more than $1 million, Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) said Pennsylvania needs to step up to prevent future crimes against taxpayers.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – The General Assembly’s failure to pass a budget by the June 30 deadline marks a step backward for Pennsylvania’s economy and competitiveness, according to Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny).
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) issued this statement following the failure of the General Assembly to pass the state budget before June 30:
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Motorists age 55 and older who want to sharpen their driving skills while also getting a discount on auto insurance are encouraged to sign up for Rep. Rich Irvin’s (R-Franklin/Huntingdon) Seniors for Safe Driving class on Thursday, July 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westminster Woods, 360 Westminster Drive, Huntingdon.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG - Encouraging Pennsylvania students to more actively examine their role in our state’s past, present and future is the subject of legislation co-authored by state Reps. Barb Gleim (R-Cumberland) and Jared Solomon (D-Philadelphia) that was passed overwhelmingly on Monday by the state House.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
ELLWOOD CITY – In an effort to help residents protect themselves against identity theft, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a free community shredding event on Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Ellport Borough Building, located at 313 Burns Ave., Ellwood City.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement with June 30 passing without a new state budget in place.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) issued the following statement regarding July 1 arriving with no new state budget passed.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) issued the following statement as July 1 has arrived without a new state budget in place.
Jul. 01, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R- Greene/Washington) issued the following statement regarding July 1 arriving with no new state budget being passed.
Jun. 30, 2025 /
HARRISBURG – For the third straight year, Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) is introducing legislation to suspend compensation to state officials when Harrisburg fails to pass a budget before July 1.
Jun. 30, 2025 /
Jun. 30, 2025 /