Pickett Legislation to Bring Dignity to Individuals with Disabilities Becomes Law

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 Tina Pickett’s (R-Bradford/Wyoming) legislation to remove outdated and offensive language from Pennsylvania’s insurance laws was signed into law by the governor this week.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.

Latest News from State Capitol and 55th District

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.

Grove: PA Needs More Tools to Combat Medicaid Fraud

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.

Gaydos: Without a Budget, PA Loses More Ground

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).

Sign Up Today for Irvin’s Seniors for Safe Driving Program July 24

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.

Gleim, Solomon Legislation Asks Students ‘What is Your Pennsylvania Story?’

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.

Bernstine to Host Free Shredding Event in Ellwood City

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.

Cook Wants a Balanced Budget Passed

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.

Cooper: Today Should be ‘Pay Freeze Eve’

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.