Schemel Highlights Part-Time Legislature Proposal

Apr. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – As the Pennsylvania House of Representatives enters mid-April having only been in voting session five days thus far in 2023, Rep. Paul Schemel (R-Franklin) is highlighting his rationale for wanting to transition Pennsylvania to a part-time legislature.

Brown, NFIB to Host Small Business Roundtable Discussion

Apr. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – To grow the region’s economy in a fiscally responsible manner, Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) will join the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) to co-host a small business roundtable discussion on Thursday, April 20, at 8 a.m. at The Confluence.

Wentling Recognizes Two Municipalities for Dedication to Communities

Apr. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The office of Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) presented citations in Harrisburg to local representatives from the City of Hermitage and Borough of Wheatland to commemorate receiving the Intergovernmental Cooperation Award as part of the 2023 Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence. The ceremony recognized local governments and officials who serve their communities and improve the quality of life for their residents.

PA Office of State Inspector General Budget Hearing Wrap

Apr. 12, 2023 /

State Inspector General, Lucas Miller, along with Clarke Madden, First Deputy State Inspector General, and Melissa Yerges, Deputy State Inspector General, testified before the House Appropriations Committee. House Republicans focused their questions on how the agency is working to investigate waste, fraud, and abuse in state government.

PA Department of Revenue Budget Hearing Wrap

Apr. 12, 2023 /

Acting Secretary Pat Browne, along with Drew Svitko, Executive Director of PA Lottery, John Kaschak, Executive Deputy Secretary, Amy Gill, Deputy Secretary for Tax Policy, and Christin Heidingsfelder, Deputy Secretary for Administration, testified before the House Appropriations Committee. House Republicans focused the majority of our questions on the operations of the DOR and the Pennsylvania Lottery, revenue collections and estimates for the current and upcoming fiscal years, and the various tax changes proposed by Governor Shapiro.

PA Dept of Labor and Industry Budget Hearing Wrap

Apr. 12, 2023 /

Acting Secretary Nancy Walker, along with Maria Macus, Deputy Secretary, Unemployment compensation, Dan Kuba, Deputy Secretary, Workforce Development, Scott Weiant, Deputy Secretary, Administration, Gerald Mullery, Deputy Secretary, Workers Compensation, and Ryan Hyde, Executive Director, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation testified before the House Appropriations Committee. House Republicans focused their questions on fixing the Unemployment Compensation system and working to reduce fraud and abuse of the system. Additionally, Republicans asked about plans for increased labor law compliance and the economic consequences to raising the minimum wage.

Benninghoff to Host Town Hall Meeting in McVeytown

Apr. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) wants to hear from area residents about the issues that matter most to them. He will be hosting a town hall meeting on Wednesday, April 19, from 6:30-8 p.m. at the McVeytown Volunteer Fire Company.

Emrick Announces $1.25 Million Grant for Upper Nazareth Fire Department

Apr. 12, 2023 /

UPPER NAZARETH – Emphasizing the importance of public safety, Rep. Joe Emrick (R-Northampton) announced that $1.25 million was recently awarded to the Upper Nazareth Fire Department for its building expansion project. The grant will be used to help build a four-bay garage for station vehicles and a complete second floor.

Davanzo’s Senior Expo Slated for Next Week

Apr. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) is inviting area seniors, their families and caregivers to attend his Senior Expo on Thursday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rostraver Central Volunteer Fire Department, located at 1100 Fells Church Road in Rostraver.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Budget Hearing Wrap

Apr. 11, 2023 /

Acting Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh, along with Gloria Gilligan, Director, Office of the Budget, Kristin Ahrens, Deputy Secretary of Developmental Programs, Jennifer Smith, Deputy Secretary of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Jamie Buchenauer, Deputy Secretary of Long-term Living, Sally Kozak, Deputy Secretary of Medical Assistance Programs, Hoa Pham, Deputy Secretary of Income Maintenance, Shante’ Brown, Deputy Secretary of Child Development and Early Learning, Laval Miller-Wilson, Deputy Secretary of Child, Youth, and Families, and Stephanie Shell, Deputy Secretary of Administration, testified before the House Appropriations Committee.

Wentling to Host Small Business Forum in the Shenango Valley

Apr. 11, 2023 /

SHENANGO VALLEY –Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) will be hosting a small business forum on Thursday, April 20, at 1 p.m. at 3580 Innovation Way in Hermitage to hear from constituents how government can create a better climate for businesses.

Benninghoff, House Committee to Examine Funding of PA State Police

Apr. 11, 2023 /

WHAT: Republican Chairman Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) and fellow members of the House Transportation Committee will host an informational meeting to examine use of the Motor License Fund to supplement the budget of the Pennsylvania State Police. The fund is supported by the gas tax and portions of vehicle registration and driver’s license fees.

Ryncavage Announces Upcoming Shredder Event

Apr. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) will be hosting a document shredder event on Saturday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hanover Area High School, located at 1600 Sans Souci Parkway in Hanover Township.