Watro, Argall Announce State Grants for Park Upgrades

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) today announced the awarding of nearly $250,000 in state funding for park improvement projects in McAdoo Borough and Hazle Township. The lawmakers played a key role in securing the grants.

Kuzma Brings Money to the 39th District

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington) today announced he secured more than $1.1 million in Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund (GEDTF) Program grants for projects in the Allegheny County portion of his legislative district.

Ortitay Secures Grants for McDonald, Oakdale

Jan. 28, 2025 /

SOUTH FAYETTE – Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) today announced he secured more than $312,000 in Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund (GEDTF) Program grants for projects in McDonald and Oakdale boroughs.

Mako, Coleman Support Grant for North Whitehall Park

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton) and Sen. Jarrett Coleman (R-Lehigh/Bucks) today announced they helped secure a $250,000 Greenway, Trails and Recreation Program grant to improve Neffs Valley Park in North Whitehall Township.

Grant Awarded for Tionesta Creek, Rapp Says

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest) today announced a $140,000 Watershed Restoration Protection Program grant has been awarded for a Tionesta Creek stabilization project in Kingsley Township, Forest County.

Stambaugh, Rothman Announce Grants for Perry County

Jan. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Grants awarded today by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) will support a pair of projects in Perry County, according to Rep. Perry Stambaugh (R-Perry/Juniata) and Sen. Greg Rothman (R-Cumberland/Dauphin/Perry).

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

Jan. 28, 2025 /

WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) and other lawmakers will host a series of hearings titled “Stopping New Energy Taxes” to analyze unfavorable energy policies and how they negatively impact consumers and businesses, and drive investments outside of Pennsylvania.

Parenthood and School Choice

Jan. 27, 2025 /

The wonderful journey of parenthood comes with a heavy dose of responsibility and the knowledge that a lifetime of decision-making lies ahead that will ultimately lead to the happiness, health, and success of the precious human being who has been placed in the parent’s care.

Ortitay’s Eating Disorder Bill Passes Committee

Jan. 27, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – The House Education Committee today voted to advance Rep. Jason Ortitay’s (R-Washington/Allegheny) legislation to increase awareness regarding eating disorders in children.

Heffley Provides Update on Rabies-Infected Bear Incident in Jim Thorpe

Jan. 24, 2025 /

WEISSPORT - Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) is informing local residents about recent information from the Pennsylvania Game Commission regarding the bear attack that occurred in Jim Thorpe. The bear involved in the incident has tested positive for rabies, which explains the animal's unusual and aggressive behavior.