Cook Announces Nearly $2 Million in Infrastructure Funding

Jan. 24, 2024 /

WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today applauded nearly $2 million in state infrastructure funding for the Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Authority (SWPA) for a project in Wayne Township, Greene County.

Delozier to Host Scam Jam for 88th District Residents

Jan. 24, 2024 /

HARRISBURG—Rep. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-Cumberland) invites residents of the 88th Legislative District to Scam Jam, an upcoming event for individuals who want to learn how to avoid common scams that can impact their financial well-being.

Blair County Projects Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Loan, says Gregory

Jan. 24, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair/Huntingdon) today announced the approval of funding of over $6 million in grants and low-interest loans by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) for the Bellwood Borough Authority’s waterline and lead projects.

Rapp Announces Nearly $3.2 Million PENNVEST Loan to North Warren

Jan. 24, 2024 /

WARREN — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest) today announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved the North Warren Municipal Authority’s request for a low-interest loan of $3.19 million, which will fund a key infrastructure project.

Wentling: Greenville to Receive $797,000 PENNVEST Loan

Jan. 24, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) today announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved the town of Greenville’s request for a low-interest loan of $797,674, which will fund a project to help upgrade its storm sewer system. For the first five years, this loan’s interest rate will be locked at 1%. From years 6-20, the rate increases to just under 1.75%.

James, Hutchinson Help Secure Millions in Project Funding for Venango County

Jan. 24, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Crawford) and Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R- Butler/Clarion/Erie/Forest/Venango/Warren) announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) awarded nearly $11 million in grant and low-interest loan funding to two sewer projects and one water quality plan in Venango County.

Lawrence Wins Battle for Transparency in Chester Financial Plans

Jan. 23, 2024 /

WEST GROVE, PA – After an eight-month battle with the city of Chester to obtain records concerning the city’s perilous financial situation, the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records has ruled in favor of state Rep. John Lawrence’s (R-West Grove) right-to-know request seeking answers.

Barton Announces $40,000 Grant for Kutztown University to Combat Sexual Assault

Jan. 23, 2024 /

HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has awarded Kutztown University $40,000 through its “It’s On Us PA” program. “It’s On Us PA” is a statewide campaign that invites everyone to play a role in ending sexual assault. It brings together college and university presidents, superintendents, administrators, teachers, students, families and community members to reframe the conversation around sexual violence.

Flick to Tour Thomas Taber Museum

Jan. 22, 2024 /

WHAT: Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) will tour the Thomas T. Taber Museum and learn about the history of the local museum.

Wentling, Policy Committee Hold Hearing on Strengthening Rural Communities

Jan. 19, 2024 /

HARRISBURG—Rural communities are the backbone of Pennsylvania, and yet burdensome government regulations and a diminishing workforce are preventing these areas from flourishing. Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), convened in the Shenango Valley this week for a hearing, “Strengthening Our Rural Communities,” intended to find ways to help rural communities, like Mercer County, retain their workforce and encourage people to relocate to rural parts of the state.

Cabell to Introduce Resolution Addressing ‘Ghost Flights’

Jan. 19, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Seeking to more closely monitor so-called “ghost flights” into Pennsylvania, Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) plans to introduce a House resolution urging the federal government to review and strengthen immigration policy relating to these flights.

Mihalek, Robinson Score Grant for Bethel Park Baseball Lights

Jan. 18, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) and Sen. Devlin Robinson (R-Allegheny/Washington) announced a grant for improvements to the Municipality of Bethel Park’s Millennium Park has been approved by the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority.