Benninghoff Bill Would Ensure Best Treatment Options for Stage IV Cancer Patients

Mar. 26, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation introduced by Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), majority whip and chairman of the bipartisan Cancer Caucus, would require health insurance companies approve the prescribed treatment for patients with a Stage IV metastatic cancer diagnosis. The bill passed the House Health Committee today with bipartisan support.

Topper Named Education Subcommittee Chairman

Mar. 26, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – With a commitment to improving education opportunities for all Pennsylvania students, Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Franklin/Fulton) was named chairman of the House Subcommittee on Basic Education. Basic education covers kindergarten through 12th grade.

Rigby Announces More Than $282,000 in State Fire, EMS Grants

Mar. 26, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) announced today that 19 fire and ambulance companies in the 71st District will receive $282,185 in grants from the Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program.

Kail to Host Open House at Center Township Office

Mar. 26, 2019 /

CENTER TWP – Rep. Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) today announced that he is hosting an open house for residents of the 15th Legislative District on Wednesday, April 3, from 4-6 p.m. at his Center Township office, located at 3468 Brodhead Road, Suite 9, Center Township.

Boback Bill Guarantees Lead-Free Drinking Water in PA Schools

Mar. 26, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – With a reminder that pure water is a constitutional right, state Rep. Karen Boback (R-Lackawanna/Luzerne/Wyoming) today introduced House Bill 930, legislation that would require public and non-public schools to test all outlets used for cooking and drinking annually for the presence of lead, and to ensure that said water is safe to consume.

Ecker Says $500,000 Grant Approved for South Middleton Township

Mar. 26, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) announced today that South Middleton Township will receive a grant of $500,000 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund for a streetscape improvement project located in Cumberland County.

Lewis, Kenyatta to Unveil Fighting Chance Act

Mar. 25, 2019 /

WHAT: Freshman state Reps. Andrew Lewis (R-Dauphin) and Malcolm Kenyatta (D-Philadelphia), joined by several of their colleagues, will outline their regulatory and criminal justice reform bill.

Lewis, Kenyatta to Unveil Fighting Chance Act

Mar. 25, 2019 /

WHAT: Freshman state Reps. Andrew Lewis (R-Dauphin) and Malcolm Kenyatta (D-Philadelphia), joined by several of their colleagues, will outline their regulatory and criminal justice reform bill.

House Package Would Grow Good Jobs in PA

Mar. 25, 2019 /

Promoting good-paying, family-sustaining jobs is a key priority for the House Republican members and with that in mind, a package of workforce development bills is on its way to the state Senate. House Majority Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) joined his fellow Republican members to highlight the legislation and what it means for Pennsylvanians in the job market, and young people making plans for their future.

Committee to Examine Adolescent Substance Abuse

Mar. 25, 2019 /

WHAT: The House Human Services Committee, chaired by Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks), will hold an informational meeting on adolescent substance use care in Pennsylvania. The meeting will examine challenges and opportunities surrounding this issue.

Warner Named Chairman of House Subcommittee on Energy

Mar. 22, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette/Westmoreland) has been appointed subcommittee chairman on energy under the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee by Speaker of the House Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny).

Ryan Appointed to Chair Veterans Subcommittee

Mar. 22, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) has been appointed chairman of the House Subcommittee on Military and Veterans Facilities by House Speaker Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) for the 2019-20 Legislative Session.

Gleim Appointed Education Committee Secretary

Mar. 22, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Barb Gleim (R-Cumberland) announced today that she has been appointed by Speaker of the House Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) to serve as secretary of the House Education Committee for the 2019-20 Legislative Session.