Oct. 24, 2023 /
HARRISBURG — Rep. Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie) today introduced legislation to prevent school board members from voting on collective bargaining agreements if they have a conflict of interest.
Oct. 23, 2023 /
WHAT: Reps. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) and Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) will host the House Republican Policy Committee for a public hearing to discuss the critical need for rural broadband and cellphone coverage expansion, and to advocate for inclusive technological access and equitable opportunities for all communities.
Oct. 23, 2023 /
WHAT: Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) will host a hearing of the House Republican Policy Committee to discuss topics of guardianship; safety matters, such as avoiding fraudulent scams that target seniors; and advocating for policies that will promote their well-being, autonomy and dignity.
Oct. 23, 2023 /
Oct. 20, 2023 /
Oct. 20, 2023 /
HARRISBURG — Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) convened a hearing of the House Republican Policy Committee Thursday in Chanceford Township to discuss a 107-year-old bridge in her district, as well as the broad community impact of PennDOT projects.
Oct. 19, 2023 /
Oct. 19, 2023 /
WASHINGTON – Continuing his quest for transparency regarding Washington County’s Local Share Account (LSA) program and $10 million in unaccounted-for funds, Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) addressed the Washington County commissioners at their regular meeting Thursday.
Oct. 19, 2023 /
LOCK HAVEN – Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (Clinton/Union) invites residents of the 76th Legislative District to take advantage of her damaged license plate replacement and “Discuss Current Events and Concerns with Your State Representative” events coming up this month and next.
Oct. 19, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Residents in Pennsylvania’s rural communities and the medical professionals who serve them face significant challenges. State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) and his House colleagues are on the verge of addressing one of those key issues.
Oct. 19, 2023 /
ELIZABETHTOWN – Rep. Tom Jones (R-Lancaster/Lebanon) is inviting residents of the 98th District to a town hall-style meeting he is hosting on Thursday, Oct. 26. The meeting will be held at the West Donegal Township building, located at 1 Municipal Drive, Elizabethtown. The meeting starts at 6 p.m.
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 – 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).