Oct. 12, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Seeking to protect minors in Pennsylvania from being exploited by unscrupulous employers, Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) has introduced legislation that would increase penalties for child labor law violations and improve reporting requirements of such cases.
Oct. 12, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. David Maloney (R-Berks) announced today that the $150 million theft of Pittman-Robertson funds by the state Senate has been rejected by the House, and the Biden administration has reversed course on banning hunter education and archery in our schools.
Oct. 12, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) today praised Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor’s announcement that his office will conduct a performance audit of state contracts and oversight of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) used by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ (DHS) HealthChoices Medicaid Program.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Today, state Rep. Craig Staats (R-Bucks) stands with the nation of Israel and strongly condemns the recent terrorist attacks from Hamas that began last weekend. He issued the following statement:
Oct. 11, 2023 /
By State Rep. Mark Gillen (R-Berks) |
In the wake of Hamas’ well-coordinated and unprecedented terrorist attacks on Israel that have already left over 1,000 dead and over 1,500 wounded – mostly noncombatants – I stand with Israel, and I unequivocally condemn Hamas’ heinous actions.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – In the wake of recent rampant and violent looting in Philadelphia that caused significant property damage and loss, House Republicans today unveiled a package of anti-looting legislation that will increase penalties on looters, put additional teeth in juvenile curfews, crackdown on social media coordination of looting and enhance penalties for those looting state property, including liquor stores.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
HAZLETON – In their continuing effort to educate residents about financial fraud, Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) are co-hosting a scam seminar on Friday, Oct. 27, in Hazleton. The free event will take place at Faith Assembly of God Church, 34 Fox Manor Road, beginning at 10 a.m.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – More than $440,000 in state grants have been awarded to benefit residents in Lehigh and Northampton counties, announced Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton), who supported the funding.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
WHAT: Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) and Rep. K.C. Tomlinson (R-Bucks) will be hosting a House Republican Policy Committee hearing to address the critical issue of curbing the crime creep from Philadelphia into the collar counties through collaboration and policy development.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
TUNKHANNOCK – In her continuing effort to educate older residents about the latest scams and how to protect themselves, Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) is co-hosting a financial fraud seminar on Friday, Oct. 27, in Tunkhannock. The free event will take place at the at the Triton Hose Company, 116 W. Tioga St., from 10 a.m. to noon.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) announced he will soon introduce a House resolution to change the House’s operating rules to prohibit committee votes after 11 p.m., just as is the case for the full House.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) and Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) today announced nearly $600,000 in funding has been awarded to communities in Bradford and Tioga counties.
Oct. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) today is announcing that Wayne County will be receiving more than $300,000 in grants for recreation and conservation projects in the 111th Legislative District.
Oct. 10, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican leaders are standing in solidarity with the Israeli people as civilian violence by Hamas, which began on the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, continues to escalate.
Oct. 10, 2023 /
I am heartbroken, horrified and angry following the massacre and kidnapping of countless Israelis by Hamas. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, and the many Pennsylvanians with family in Israel.
Oct. 10, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Residents of the 73rd Legislative District are invited to attend a free concealed carry seminar hosted by state Rep. Dallas Kephart (R-Clearfield/Cambria) on Thursday, Oct. 19.
Oct. 09, 2023 /
Oct. 06, 2023 /
Oct. 06, 2023 /
BUTLER COUNTY – Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) announced today local residents will soon benefit from state grant funding that was awarded to Cranberry Township and Harmony Borough through the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2).
Oct. 06, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – The Strawberry Hills Soccer Complex in Logan Township received a $655,800 grant through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) today to assist with bringing the sports facility near completion, said Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair).