Bloomsburg Area YMCA Receives $250,000 Grant, Leadbeter Says

Mar. 09, 2023 /

BLOOMSBURG –The Bloomsburg Area YMCA (BAY) will be able to expand its childcare program and begin renovations at its 7th Street building thanks to a state grant secured by former State Rep. Dave Millard. The $250,000 grant was announced by Rep. Robert Leadbeter, who replaced Millard in the state House.

Cabell, Kaufer to Co-Host Free Concealed Carry Seminar April 20

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – To help residents better understand Pennsylvania’s firearms laws and how to be more responsible gun owners, Reps. Mike Cabell (R-Sugarloaf) and Aaron Kaufer (R-Kingston) will co-host a free Concealed Carry Seminar on Thursday, April 20, from 6-8 p.m. at Back Mountain Regional EMA, 3593 State Route 118 in Lehman Township. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Cabell, Kaufer to Co-Host Free Concealed Carry Seminar April 20

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – To help residents better understand Pennsylvania’s firearms laws and how to be more responsible gun owners, Reps. Mike Cabell (R-Sugarloaf) and Aaron Kaufer (R-Kingston) will co-host a free Concealed Carry Seminar on Thursday, April 20, from 6-8 p.m. at Back Mountain Regional EMA, 3593 State Route 118 in Lehman Township. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Kuzma Appointed to Three Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington) today announced he was appointed to the Game and Fisheries, Local Government and Professional Licensure committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Kerwin Named to 2023-24 Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin) has been assigned to serve on three standing House committees during the 2023-24 Legislative Session: Agriculture & Rural Affairs, Game & Fisheries, and Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness. The committees provide legislative oversight and help shape the language in bills that fall under their areas of responsibility.

Gregory Named to 2023-24 Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) has been assigned to serve on three standing House committees during the 2023-24 Legislative Session: Agriculture & Rural Affairs, Gaming Oversight and Human Services. The committees provide legislative oversight and help shape the language in bills that fall under their areas of responsibility.

Heffley Expresses Caution about Shapiro Budget Plan

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) attended a joint session of the General Assembly during which Gov. Josh Shapiro presented his state budget proposal for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Heffley issued the following statement in response to the governor’s $45.8 billion spending plan:

Ortitay Appointed to Three Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) announced he has been assigned to the Education, Environmental Resources and Energy, and Transportation committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Major Named to Three House Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) today announced she has been appointed to the Housing and Community Development, Liquor Control and Transportation committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Cabell Named to House Appropriations Committee

Mar. 08, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) this week was appointed to serve on the Appropriations, Human Services and Transportation committees in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Staats Reappointed to Key House Committees in 2023-24 Session

Mar. 08, 2023 /

HARRISBURG –Rep. Craig Staats (R-Bucks) has been reappointed to the Education, Liquor Control and State Government committees and will serve as deputy chair of the Policy Committee for the new session. Staats was also named again as chairman of the Education Subcommittee on Career and Technical Education (CTE).

Wentling Named to Three House Committees

Mar. 08, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) was appointed to serve on three House committees – Game and Fisheries, Local Government, and Tourism and Economic and Recreational Development – for the 2023-24 session.

Armanini Weighs in on Shapiro Budget Proposal

Mar. 08, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) released the following statement in reaction to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposal to increase spending by nearly 6% during the 2023-24 fiscal year: