Rushed Process Results in Detrimental Budget, Barger Says

Jul. 15, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – When House Democrats pushed through the framework for a 2025-26 state budget today, they did so with only a few hours for lawmakers to review the measure and with the knowledge it will meet strong resistance in the GOP-controlled Senate, according to Rep. Scott Barger (R-Blair/Huntingdon).

Walsh to Host Senior Expo for 117th District Residents

Jul. 15, 2025 /

HARRISBURG—Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) invites residents of the 117th District to a free Senior Expo on Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Misericordia University’s Insalaco Hall, 301 Lake St. in Dallas.

Jones Rejects Bloated Budget

Jul. 14, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tom Jones (R-Lancaster/Lebanon) today rejected the $50.61 billion budget proposal put forth by House Democrats. Citing reckless spending and a lack of transparency, he issued the following statement.

Fink: House Democrats Need to Stop Playing Budget Games

Jul. 14, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Today, House Democrats put forth and passed House Bill 1330, a $50.61 billion spending plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26. Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) called the rush action by the House’s majority party a game, as this version of the legislation does not reflect a negotiated product and will face challenges in the GOP-controlled Senate.

Walsh: Budget Games Must Stop

Jul. 14, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Today, House Democrats put forth and passed House Bill 1330, a potential $50.6 billion spending plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The bill, which was amended only a few hours before the vote, is not an agreed-to product between parties, House and Senate. Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) says it’s well past time to get serious about the budget.

If I Ran the Zoo

Jul. 14, 2025 /

Editorial by By Rep. Milou Mackenzie While enjoying a few precious hours reading to my grandchildren this summer, I recalled a beloved Dr. Seuss book that I had read to my own children many years ago. “If I Ran the Zoo” is a charming story based on the imaginary musings of a little boy who thought that, if given a chance when he grew up, he would make some changes or improvements to the zoo he was visiting.

Bashline to Host Illegible License Plate Event July 24

Jul. 14, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Josh Bashline (R-Clarion/Armstrong) announced he will be hosting an illegible license plate event on Thursday, July 24, from noon to 2 p.m., at the Clarion Mall Parking Lot, 22631 Route 68, Clarion.

Owlett to Host Senior Expo Aug. 1

Jul. 10, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is inviting area senior citizens, their family members and caregivers to his upcoming Senior Expo on Friday, Aug. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon at Wellsboro Senior High School Gym and Commons, 225 Nichols St.

Greiner Bill Aims to Keep, Attract Businesses in Pennsylvania

Jul. 10, 2025 /

HARRISBURG - Rep. Keith J. Greiner (R-Lancaster) recently introduced House Bill 1703, which would increase the state cap on state and local tax (SALT) deductions for business owners in pass-through entities such as “S” corporations and partnerships.