Nov. 30, 2021 /
EFFORT – In his continuing effort to better inform area gun owners regarding Pennsylvania’s firearm laws, Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) is hosting a concealed carry seminar on Thursday, Dec. 16.
Nov. 29, 2021 /
FLYING HILLS – After recently testing positive for COVID-19, state Rep. Mark Gillen (R-Berks/Lancaster) today issued the following statement:
Nov. 26, 2021 /
WHAT: Rep. Tom Mehaffie will host the House Majority Policy Committee led by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) for a hearing on the workforce crisis in the nursing industry. Information will be presented about nurse staffing standards, the impacts of nurse shortages on patient care and the struggles involved with maintaining a skilled workforce.
Nov. 26, 2021 /
BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.
Nov. 24, 2021 /
WIND GAP – Local State Rep. Ann Flood (R-Northampton) hosted a litter cleanup event on Saturday, Nov. 20, and – following a recent announcement by the governor – says beautification projects could offer the next opportunity for bipartisan cooperation between various levels of government.
Nov. 23, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – In the wake of major flooding across the Northern Tier earlier this year, Reps. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter) and Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), chairman of the House Majority Policy Committee, will co-host a hearing focused on the importance of maintaining creeks and streams.
Nov. 23, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Shelby Labs (R-Bucks) along with Sen. Steve Santarsiero (D-10) announced Plumstead Township will receive a grant through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to improve pedestrian safety and traffic.
Nov. 23, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Shelby Labs (R-Bucks) and Sen. Steve Santarsiero (D-10) announced Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) funding in the amount of $686,000 has been awarded to Doylestown Township to improve connections between schools and parks by lengthening the New Britain Road Trail.
Nov. 23, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Dave Zimmerman (R-East Earl) today announced that a $400,000 state grant he strongly supported has been approved and will enhance the Warwick and Ephrata Rail Trail (WERT).
Nov. 23, 2021 /
ABBOTTSTOWN – Residents of the 193rd Legislative District are invited to attend a festive open house at Rep. Torren Ecker’s (R-Adams/Cumberland) office, located at 282 W. King St. in Abbottstown on Wednesday, Dec. 1, from 2-6 p.m.
Nov. 22, 2021 /
WEST GROVE – Rep. John Lawrence (R-West Grove) joined Senator Carolyn Comitta (D-West Chester), Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline, Penn Township Supervisor Victor Mantegna, and other local officials at the Penn Township Building earlier today to announce the continued operation of Jennersville Hospital. The hospital had been slated for closure at the end of the year by its current owner, Tower Health.
Nov. 22, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Hempfield) today announced he is sponsoring a Firearms Safety and Rights Seminar to give residents an opportunity to learn more about Pennsylvania’s concealed carry laws and the Castle Doctrine.
Nov. 22, 2021 /
As you may know by now, the National Park Service has reversed its decision to not issue an application for the annual Sgt. Mac Foundation wreath laying event in Gettysburg. This event which has taken place since 2008 would not have happened if the community had not raised its voice to revise this overly stringent interpretation of the guidelines.
Nov. 22, 2021 /
Recently, the House acted on the Wolf administration’s plan to toll nine bridges around the Commonwealth, including the one in the 124th Legislative District along Interstate 78 in Lenhartsville, Berks County. They further reassert the Legislature’s oversight of, and community involvement in, any future tolling plans.
Nov. 19, 2021 /
CHADDS FORD – Rep. Craig Williams (R- Delaware/Chester) announces the approval of $910,536 in Commonwealth Finance Authority funds for the Hillman Drive Extension project in Chadds Ford Township, Delaware County.
Nov. 19, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and state Rep. David Rowe (R-Union/Snyder) today announced that the Union County Industrial Railroad has been awarded a $250,000 state investment through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Multimodal Transportation Fund for the replacement of a rail-highway grade crossing on Route 15 in Union Township, Union County.
Nov. 19, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Sen. Gene Yaw (R-Bradford/Lycoming/Sullivan/Susquehanna/Union) joined state Reps. Jeff Wheeland (R-Lycoming) and Reps. Joe Hamm (R-Lycoming) in announcing that Lycoming County is being awarded four Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) grants.
Nov. 19, 2021 /
BRADFORD – State Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) will hold monthly satellite office hours on Thursday, Dec. 2,
Nov. 19, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – In an effort to improve safety and accessibility, Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) announced today that the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) awarded approximately $1.4 million for the construction of two intersections in Butler Township.
Nov. 19, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – As parents and bus drivers take their students to school, it is imperative that everyone can get to where they need to be safely. Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) announced today the Cranberry Area School District in Seneca will receive $500,000 in funding from the Multimodal Transportation Fund Program after the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) approved the financial request.