Barger, Policy Committee Examine Childcare Affordability Crisis in Blair Co.

May. 01, 2026 /

HOLLIDAYSBURG— The House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), convened a public hearing Thursday at the Blair Regional YMCA to examine the growing challenges surrounding childcare affordability and accessibility for Pennsylvania families. Hosted by Rep. Scott Barger (R-Blair/Huntingdon), the hearing featured testimony from childcare, business, education, and community leaders on staffing shortages, regulatory burdens, and rising costs impacting families and providers alike.

Stehr, Argall Announce Nearly $800K Investment in Local Manufacturing

May. 01, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Joanne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) are pleased to announce Keystone Potato Products LLC in Schuylkill County has been awarded a $784,350 grant through Pennsylvania’s Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania (RISE PA) program.

Twardzik, Argall Announced a State Grant to Support Manufacturing

May. 01, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) announced a state grant to support manufacturing was awarded to a local employer. MBA Building Supplies, a steel framing product manufacturing facility located in West Mahanoy Township, received $580,536 through the RISE PA program to install a new solar system, purchase an electrified forklift and install energy-efficient lighting.

Bernstine Announces Ellwood City Town Hall Meeting

Apr. 30, 2026 /

ELLWOOD CITY – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is inviting residents to join him in Ellwood City for an upcoming town hall meeting on Monday, May 11, from 6-7 p.m., at the Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department, 5153 Ellwood Road.

Watro Supports Bill to Level Playing Field in High School Sports

Apr. 29, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) today voted in favor of House Bill 41, legislation he co-sponsored that would allow the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to establish separate playoff systems and championships for public (boundary) and private, charter, and parochial (non-boundary) schools.

Struzzi Votes ‘Yes’ on Bill to Level the Field for High School Sports Playoffs

Apr. 29, 2026 /

HARRISBURG –State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) shared today to he voted in favor of HB 41, legislation which would permit the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to establish separate playoff categories for schools based on whether their student-athlete population is limited to a specific set of geographic boundaries.

Aid Needed to Save PA Fruit Farmers Following Freeze

Apr. 29, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Dan Moul, Republican Chairman of the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, said Pennsylvania fruit growers are assessing damage to crops following a late April freeze that came at a very critical stage in the annual growing cycle.

Cook Announces $36 Million in Energy-Sector Grants in the 50th District

Apr. 29, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R Greene/Washington) announced today grants for two employers who hire individuals who live in the 50th District. The grants, which in total are for a little more than $36 million, will be used to help cut greenhouse gas emissions, lower energy costs and strengthen the area’s industrial economy.

Public Hearing: Making Childcare Affordable for Pennsylvania Families

Apr. 29, 2026 /

WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Scott Barger (R-Blair/Huntingdon) and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Making Childcare Affordable for Pennsylvania Families” to examine how burdensome childcare regulations are constraining providers, driving up costs for families, and standing in the way of workforce participation.

Residents Invited to Wallen Meet and Greet in New Oxford

Apr. 29, 2026 /

ABBOTTSTOWN – Rep. Catherine Wallen (R-Adams/Cumberland) will host a Waffles with Wallen legislative breakfast for constituents on Wednesday, May 13, from 9-10:30 a.m. at the New Oxford Family Diner, located at 370 Lincoln Way E., New Oxford.