Somerset County Bridge Named for Fallen Corrections Officer, Metzgar Says

Aug. 23, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – A bridge dedicated to a fallen corrections officer who succumbed to injuries during an assault at the State Correctional Institution at Somerset was dedicated in Sgt. Mark J. Baserman’s memory Friday, according to Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset), who spearheaded the legislative effort (2019 Act 102) to name the bridge.

Safeguarding Election Integrity – Part 2

Aug. 23, 2021 /

This week, in my second of three articles, I will explain expanded voter rights, protections and access as part of House Bill 1300. The Pennsylvania Election Code will provide electors more opportunity to vote, as well as enhanced rights and protections when casting your ballot.

Ortitay to Host Congressional Redistricting Hearing

Aug. 23, 2021 /

WHAT: Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny), a member of the House State Government Committee, will host one of eight committee hearings to gather input from residents on congressional redistricting. Every 10 years, information collected through the U.S. Census determines the number of U.S. representatives each state is entitled based on population. Once in receipt of that data, states are responsible for redrawing the geographic area of their congressional districts to ensure equal and fair representation, and the physical manifestation of the constitutional principle, “one person, one vote.”

O’Neal to Host Pizza and Policy Event

Aug. 20, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) today announced he will be hosting a Pizza and Policy event on Friday, Aug. 27, at the North Strabane Municipal Building.

Kail Supports Bill Tailoring to Each Student’s Needs

Aug. 19, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – As the calls to reform a broken education system grow, Rep. Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) announced he is co-sponsoring a bill that would ensure parents are equipped with academic choices and would grant them access to state funding.

Families Deserve Educational Choice, Lewis Says

Aug. 18, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania’s parents should have decision-making power in the educational opportunities for their children, including access to the state funding that currently goes directly to public schools, Rep. Andrew Lewis (R-Dauphin) said today at a press conference highlighting House Bill 1.

Pickett Co-Hosting Events to Raise Awareness about Financial Fraud

Aug. 18, 2021 /

TOWANDA – In an effort to raise public awareness about financial fraud, Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) is joining with the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities to host two upcoming events in the 110th Legislative District.

Bonner, House State Government Committee to Start Regional Redistricting Hearings

Aug. 17, 2021 /

WHAT: Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) will host Rep. Seth Grove, majority chairman of the House State Government Committee, and other members of the committee for the first hearing on congressional redistricting the Commonwealth. Testimony will be taken from local officials and residents before a new district map is proposed in the upcoming months.

Public Hearing on Pension System Trends to be Held Wednesday and Thursday

Aug. 17, 2021 /

WHAT: The House State Government Committee will hold two hearings on public pension system trends and policy considerations this week. Led by the Subcommittee on Public Pensions, Benefits, and Risk Management, the hearings will be held on Wednesday and Thursday at the state Capitol. The hearings are intended to inform legislators and the public of what is happening in Pennsylvania’s public pension systems, analyze the best practices used in the nation, and discuss options for improving the overall performance of Pennsylvania’s systems. The Subcommittee is led by Rep. Brett R. Miller (R-Lancaster).

Withdrawal from Afghanistan Jeopardizes U.S. Stature, Safety, Says O’Neal

Aug. 16, 2021 /

WASHINGTON – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) made the following statement after President Joe Biden’s announcement that the United States military mission in Afghanistan will conclude on Tuesday, Aug. 31. The United States and allied forces invaded and occupied the country in 2001 following the Sept. 11 attacks, with the resulting war becoming the country’s longest military engagement.

Policy Committee to Discuss Growing PA’s Economy in Williamsport

Aug. 13, 2021 /

WHAT: At the invitation of Reps. Jeff Wheeland (R-Lycoming) and Joe Hamm (R-Lycoming/Union), the House Majority Policy Committee, chaired by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), is hosting a hearing to continue the discussion of how best to grow Pennsylvania’s economy.

State, Local Officials Pledge Support to STPR for 2022 and Beyond

Aug. 12, 2021 /

WELLSBORO – In response to state permitting issues that ultimately resulted in the downgrade of the annual Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally (STPR) from a national to regional event, state and local officials gathered in front of the Wellsboro Area Chamber of Commerce building Thursday to pledge their unified support for the popular event that has been taking place annually since the 1970s.