Bipartisan Bill to Improve Housing Access and Mortgage Flexibility Across Pennsylvania Advances

Apr. 09, 2025 /

Harrisburg, PA – Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) is pleased to announce that House Bill 1103 has been voted out of the House Commerce Committee. This important legislation, co-sponsored by Twardzik and Rep. Morgan Cephas (D-Philadelphia), is a step forward in addressing housing issues across Pennsylvania by providing consumers with greater flexibility and choice in the mortgage lending process.

The Great Whitetail Roundup

Apr. 08, 2025 /

It is no secret that America has a serious health problem – 77% of our military-age men and women can't qualify to serve due to poor health; 13% of our teens have fatty-liver disease; and the United States has the highest level of childhood cancer in history.

Diamond Bill on Access to Radon Data Passes House

Apr. 07, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) to allow previous property owners to access radon data from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) passed the House 176-27 today.

Rigby Applauds Local Grant for New Ambulance

Apr. 07, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is pleased to announce a $310,000 grant for the Forest Hills Area Ambulance Association from the Department of Community and Economic Development.

Pugh Introduces Bill to Study ‘Forever Chemical’ Effects

Apr. 07, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Brenda Pugh (R-Luzerne) has introduced legislation that would direct the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to conduct a study to better understand the potential risks that certain land-applied biosolid chemicals pose to the environment, food and water supply, and potential mitigation measures to reduce these chemical levels.

Delozier to Host Job and Government Services Fair

Apr. 07, 2025 /

WHAT: Rep. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-Cumberland) will host a Job and Government Services Fair for constituents of the 88th Legislative District. This is a free event for local employers, job seekers and state agencies to connect over available job opportunities and facilitate state services.

Shaffer: Bipartisan Team Introducing Legislation to Update the Use of Epinephrine

Apr. 03, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) is part of a bipartisan group of lawmakers introducing a pair of bills that would ensure all Food and Drug Administration-approved formulations of epinephrine – used to treat serious allergic reactions and anaphylaxis – can be administered in Pennsylvania schools and other settings as currently recognized in state law.

Cooper, Ward to Host Grant Workshop for Municipalities, Nonprofits

Apr. 03, 2025 /

DELMONT — Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) and Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-Westmoreland) are hosting a grant workshop to help local governments and nonprofits learn the basics of grant writing and tips to prepare successful grant applications. The workshop will be held Wednesday, April 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Delmont Fire Hall on State Route 66.

Rowe Introduces Sportsmen Voter Registration Act

Apr. 03, 2025 /

HARRISBURG—The Sportsmen Voter Registration Act, legislation that will ensure the availability of voter registration applications any time a hunting or fishing license is applied for, was introduced last week by Rep. David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee.

Fighting Medicaid Fraud and Abuse

Apr. 03, 2025 /

Lately, discussions around government waste, fraud and abuse have been prominent in the news, especially following the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) by President Donald Trump at the federal level. While DOGE has been actively revealing instances of waste, fraud, and abuse within the federal government, similar issues are also prevalent at the state level.