Gaydos Issues Statement, State Budget Now Law

Aug. 04, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The state Senate returned to session on Thursday to sign the General Appropriations bill, which is the primary piece of the state’s 2023-24 budget. The bill was then sent to Gov. Josh Shapiro, who signed it into law. Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement:

Grove Comments on HB 611 Line-Item Veto

Aug. 03, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The following statement is issued on behalf of House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) following the Gov. Josh Shapiro’s signature and line-item veto of House Bill 611:

Cutler: Budget Reflects Missed Opportunities, Broken Trust

Aug. 03, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – With the Pennsylvania Senate returning to session on Thursday to sign the General Appropriations Act and transmit the bill to the governor, House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) said the budget process reflects missed opportunities and broken trust among elected officials.

Mercuri to Participate in Legislative Panel on Budget, Energy, Workforce

Aug. 03, 2023 /

WHAT: Rep. Rob Mercuri (R-Allegheny) will take part in a panel discussion hosted by Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania on Pennsylvania’s budget impasse, modernization of the energy sector and workforce needed to bring the Commonwealth forward. The event will conclude with a question-and-answer period.

Flood to Host Policy Committee Hearing on Pennsylvania’s Tourism Industry

Aug. 03, 2023 /

WHAT: Travel and tourism are significant drivers of job creation and economic growth here in the Commonwealth. Rep. Ann Flood (R-Northampton) will be hosting a House Republican Policy Committee hearing to highlight this economic engine and discuss ways the legislature can help the travel and tourism industry prosper for future generations.

Wentling Dedicates McFate Archaeological Site Historical Marker

Aug. 02, 2023 /

COCHRANTON – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer), who also serves as a commissioner to the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), recently took part in dedicating the latest PHMC historical marker along the French Creek in Cochranton, Crawford County. A marker now stands at the McFate Archaeological Site, detailing its importance to Pennsylvania history.

Flick Announces Appointment to New Committees

Aug. 01, 2023 /

WILLIAMSPORT – Rep. Jamie Flick (R- Lycoming/Union) announced that he was recently assigned to the Game and Fisheries and the Tourism and Economic and Recreational Development committees.

Cooper to Host Mobile Shredding Event

Jul. 31, 2023 /

HARRISBURG –Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) will be hosting a Mobile Shredding Event on Saturday, Aug. 12, from 9-11 a.m. The event will take place at her Washington Township/Export Office in the Donal Plaza, 105 Pfeffer Road, Suite 5, in Export.

Causer to Offer Veterans Services at Local Offices

Jul. 30, 2023 /

BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.

Diamond Hosting Damaged Licensed Plate Event

Jul. 30, 2023 /

WHAT: State Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) in partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police and Lebanon County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a free damaged license plate event.

Maloney Condemns Biden’s Partisan Attack on Sportsmen

Jul. 28, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Lifelong hunter and fierce defender of sportsmen’s rights, Rep. David Maloney (R-Berks), chairman of the House Game and Fisheries Committee, today condemned the Biden Administration’s withholding of funds for schools with hunting and archery programs.

Dunbar Schedules Free License Plate Replacement Events

Jul. 28, 2023 /

WESTMORELAND COUNTY – Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus Chairman Rep. George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland) today announced he and his staff are hosting free license plate replacement events to assist motorists whose license plates are illegible or difficult to read.

Rigby to Host Senior Safe Driving Seminar

Jul. 28, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) and Seniors for Safe Driving are teaming up to host a Mature Driver Improvement Course on Thursday, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cresson Fire Hall, 223 Ashcroft Ave. in Cresson.