Policy Committee to Hold Hearing in Schuylkill County on Stopping New Energy Taxes

Jan. 30, 2025 /

WHAT: Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) and other lawmakers will host the second hearing in a series titled “Stopping New Energy Taxes” to analyze unfavorable energy policies (i.e., RGGI and PACER) and how they negatively impact consumers and businesses, and drive investments outside of Pennsylvania.

Ecker Invites Seniors to Fraud Prevention Seminar

Jan. 30, 2025 /

ABBOTTSTOWN – To help stop senior citizens from falling victim to fraud, Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Abbottstown) is teaming up with the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office to host a Senior Fraud Prevention Seminar in February.

Bipartisan ‘Meet Me in the Middle’ Caucus Welcomes New Session

Jan. 29, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – In a renewed effort to continue fostering collaboration and bipartisanship, Reps. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland), Joe Hohenstein (D-Philadelphia), Gina Curry (D-Delaware) and Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) are re-introducing the Bipartisan “Meet Me in the Middle” Caucus for the new 2025-26 Legislative Session.

Armanini Announces Clinic for Property Tax/Rent Rebates

Jan. 29, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) announced today a clinic his office is hosting on Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) applications on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon at the St Marys Senior Center; 72 Erie Ave., St Marys, PA 15857.

Grove Bill to Help Domestic Violence Victims Clears Committee

Jan. 29, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – To further assist victims of domestic violence, the House Labor and Industry Committee unanimously voted to forward to the House legislation by the committee’s chairmen, Reps. Seth Grove (R-Dover) and Jason Dawkins (D- Philadelphia), to fast-track unemployment benefits for people in a domestic violence situation.

Bernstine Named Chairman of Subcommittee on Railroads

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) has been appointed by House Republican Transportation Committee Chairman Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) to serve as chairman of the Subcommittee on Railroads for the 2025-26 Legislative Session.

Watro Sponsors ‘National Medal of Honor Day’ Resolution

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – A resolution recognizing March 25, 2025, as “National Medal of Honor Day” in Pennsylvania, sponsored by Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill), today was unanimously approved by the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. House Resolution 2 will next be considered by the full House of Representatives.

Flood Announces Funding for Northampton County Recreational Projects

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ann Flood (R-Northampton) is thrilled to announce three recreational projects in Northampton County have been awarded a total of $198,035 through the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP). These grants will support efforts to enhance public spaces and improve outdoor recreation for residents in the 138th Legislative District.

Mustello Announces Funding for SEBCO Improvements

Jan. 28, 2025 /

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP – Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) today announced Jefferson Township has been awarded $125,000 in Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP) funding to improve the Southeast Butler County (SEBCO) Pool.

Rossi Announces Funding for Local Project

Jan. 28, 2025 /

WESTMORELAND COUNTY – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) today announced the Mountain Watershed Association (MWA) has secured $72,000 in funding from the Commonwealth's Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP).