Pickett Recognizes Local Eagle Scout

Mar. 07, 2024 /

Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) this week presented a citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to Joseph Breck IV of Tunkhannock for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

Delozier to Host Shredding Event for 88th District Residents

Mar. 07, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-Cumberland) is hosting a free spring document shredding event for residents of the 88th Legislative District on Thursday, March 21, from 5-7 p.m. in the parking lot of the Hampden Township Pool, 5001 Hampden Park Drive, in Mechanicsburg.

Kutz to Host Bridge Dedication for Fallen Firefighter Jerome Guise

Mar. 07, 2024 /

WHAT: Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) will be hosting a ceremony dedicating the bridge carrying Route 34 over Mountain Creek in Mount Holly Springs in honor of fallen firefighter and community hero Jerome Guise. Guise gave his life in service to the community on March 9, 2020, when the porch of a house collapsed during a two-alarm fire.

Budget Hearing Wrap with Governor’s Office of the Budget

Mar. 07, 2024 /

House Republicans also focused their questions on Pennsylvania’s structural deficit and spending down the Commonwealth’s General Fund Surplus and Rainy Day Fund to pay for future budgets. There is $2.5 billion in new or expanded spending on government programs, which will increase our budget in future years. Chairman Grove ended his questions with Sec. Monson by saying, “If I were planning to do a get out of business sale, this is the kind of budget I would do. I would empty my reserves, sell my assets, and get out of town.”

Budget Hearing Wrap with PA Department of Human Services

Mar. 06, 2024 /

House Republicans focused their questions on the DHS's core functions and their inability to address basic access to care. Questions were asked about the failing children and youth system, lack of access to maternity care, and overall hospital sustainability across the entire Commonwealth. Additionally, Republicans probed the Secretary about new initiatives and continued growth in spending.

Irvin to Host 2024 Senior Expo April 11

Mar. 06, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Rich Irvin (Franklin/Huntingdon) will host his 2024 Senior Expo on Thursday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Smithfield Fire Hall, 10 Firehouse Lane in Huntingdon.

Schmitt Invites Residents to Senior Scam Prevention Seminar

Mar. 06, 2024 /

ALTOONA – To help educate senior citizens about scams targeting them, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) is teaming up with the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office to hold a Senior Scam Prevention Seminar later this month. The free event starts at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, at Graystone Court, 1101 Flamingo Drive, in Altoona.

Warner to Host Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance Events

Mar. 06, 2024 /

CONNELLSVILLE – Applications for the 2023 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now being accepted, and Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) is reminding area residents that free assistance is available through his office.

Budget Wrap with PA Department of Education

Mar. 05, 2024 /

House Republicans focused their questions on the Governor’s Basic Education Funding proposal, which is based off the Basic Education Funding Commission’s (BEFC) Democrat Majority report, as well as the Governor’s “Blueprint for Higher Education.” Additionally, Republican’s asked about school choice options for parents, career and technical education, and various other programs within the PDE. House Republicans again found agency leaders unable to answer the most basic questions regarding the most significant pieces of the Governor’s 2024-25 budget proposal.

Unclaimed Property Focus of Treasury Event

Mar. 05, 2024 /

JONESTOWN – Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) will host Pennsylvania Treasury personnel at his office Thursday, March 21, to help residents of the 102nd District retrieve unclaimed property that may be due to them.

Flick to Host Hoagies for Heroes Event

Mar. 05, 2024 /

WILLIAMSPORT – First responders and their families from the 83rd District are invited to join Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming) for his Hoagies for Heroes event on Friday, March 15.

Major to Host Coffee and Conversation

Mar. 05, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) today announced she is hosting a Coffee and Conversation event on Thursday, March 21, at Pampeno’s in Ford City.

Kuzma to Host Event to Turn in Illegible License Plates

Mar. 05, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington) today announced he is partnering with South Park Township Police to host a free event to allow area residents to replace their license plates that are difficult to read.

Fink to Host Concealed Carry Seminar

Mar. 05, 2024 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) invites constituents from the 94th Legislative District to attend her upcoming concealed carry seminar. The seminar will be presented by Attorney Josh Prince and the York County Sheriff’s Office. It will cover the Commonwealth’s concealed carry laws, the permitting process and the rights afforded to us by the Pennsylvania Constitution and Second Amendment.