Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) said Wednesday it is too late to move the 2024 General Primary Election forward and efforts to do so should end.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Armstrong/Clarion) and Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-Butler/Clarion/Erie/Forest/Venango/Warren) today announced the Rimersburg Borough Municipal Authority has been awarded a nearly $9 million grant to complete upgrades to its wastewater treatment plant.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Emergency medical services (EMS) companies across the Commonwealth would see a significant boost in reimbursement rates under legislation approved by the state House and sent to the governor’s desk today, said Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter).
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – The House today approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton) to address the lack of barber-teachers in Pennsylvania.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) to streamline the professional licensing process for veterans seeking a civilian emergency medical services career in Pennsylvania passed unanimously in the Senate today. House Bill 404 now goes to the governor’s desk to be signed into law.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Sen. Cris Dush (R-25), Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) and Rep. Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) announced today that Benezette Township (Elk County) and Galeton Borough (Potter County) are set to receive more than $1.7 million in Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) funds for wastewater infrastructure improvements.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – The Schuylkill County Municipal Authority (SCMA) was awarded a low-interest loan of $5,987,000 to construct a second water storage tank at the Broad Mountain Water Filtration and Treatment Facility in New Castle Township, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-123).
Oct. 18, 2023 /
WARREN — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, announced the committee approved two bills to boost access to dental care in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1417 would restore dental coverage for Medical Assistance recipients. House Bill 1585 would establish access and coverage for teledentistry in Pennsylvania.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
WHAT: Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) will again call on the Washington County commissioners to answer concerns about the administration of the county’s Local Share Account (LSA) grant program, which awards millions in state gaming proceeds each year. For a history of concerns Cook has raised about the Washington County LSA, visit www.RepBudCook.com.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced a $462,820 low-interest state loan awarded to the Wyalusing Municipal Authority for an improvement project at its wastewater treatment plant in Bradford County. The funding was approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST).
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) today announced a $5.9 million low-interest state loan awarded to Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater Inc. for an improvement project at the Rivercrest wastewater treatment plant in Tunkhannock Township, Wyoming County. The funding was approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST).
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) and Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) and Sens. Joe Pittman (R- Armstrong/Indiana/Jefferson/Westmoreland) and Scott Hutchinson (R-Butler/Clarion/Erie/Forest/Venango/Warren) today announced the Municipal Authority of Buffalo Township has been awarded an almost $2.82 million low-interest loan to complete two water-line projects in its service area.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) and Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) and Sens. Joe Pittman (R- Armstrong/Indiana/Jefferson/Westmoreland) and Scott Hutchinson (R-Butler/Clarion/Erie/Forest/Venango/Warren) today announced the Municipal Authority of Buffalo Township has been awarded an almost $2.82 million low-interest loan to complete two water-line projects in its service area.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – State Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is pleased to announce the reception of a pair of Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) awards to two municipalities in the district he represents.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee member Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) will host a hearing to discuss the community impact of PennDOT issues and bridge closures, including the Lucky Road bridge.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R- Clinton/Union) and Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33), chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, will host a news conference Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 2 p.m. in the Rotunda of the state Capitol in Harrisburg to show support for Israel and its people following the barbaric terror attacks upon civilians perpetrated by Hamas.
Oct. 17, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Nearly $60,000 in wildfire protection grants have been awarded to communities in the 107th Legislative District in an effort to help increase protection against wildfires and encourage fire safety across the Commonwealth, announced Rep. Joanne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill).
Oct. 16, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Responding to the growing number residents dealing with illegible license plates on their vehicles, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) is hosting an event to help get those plates replaced at no cost.
Oct. 16, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) announced the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has awarded a total of $17,078 to three volunteer fire departments in Mercer County. These grants are for helping Pennsylvania’s rural communities increase protection from wildfires, while encouraging fire safety across the Commonwealth.
Oct. 16, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Seth Grove (R-York) is pleased to announce a damaged PA license plate replacement event on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 8 – 11 a.m. at the Windy Hill Senior Center, 1472 Roth Church Road, Suite 103, Spring Grove, PA 17362.