Phillips-Hill Backs Suicide Prevention Legislation

Oct. 17, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation that would establish support systems to help college students in times of crisis is on the verge of becoming law in Pennsylvania, according to state Rep. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York Township). This follows unanimous passage in both the state House and Senate

Marsico Applauds House Passage of Safe Harbor Legislation

Oct. 17, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – Much-needed legislation to protect child victims of human trafficking from criminal prosecution is on its way to the governor’s desk, said Rep. Ron Marsico (R-Lower Paxton), chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.

House Committee to Examine Program Proposal to Assist Rural Hospitals

Oct. 12, 2018 /

WHAT: The House Insurance Committee, led by Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna), will hold an informational meeting to learn more about legislation Pickett has sponsored to establish the Rural Health Redesign Center, a public-private partnership, which will administer the PA Rural Health Program. With up to 30 rural hospitals at risk of closure, this program would help strengthen rural hospitals, keep jobs local and increase access to health care. Rural hospitals are currently paid in an unpredictable manner that leaves many suffering financially. Through the program, rural hospitals would transition to a payment model that would provide a stable and steady stream of revenue, allowing these vital health care facilities to better plan the types of health services their communities need.

Fee to Host Seminar on Chronic Wasting Disease in Denver

Oct. 11, 2018 /

DENVER - Rep. Mindy Fee (R-Manheim) is hosting an informational event on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) on Thursday, Oct. 18. The event will be held at the Denver Borough Hall, 501 Main St. in Denver, and run from 6 to 8 p.m.

Setting the Record Straight

Oct. 09, 2018 /

Editorial by Representative Bryan Cutler PA House Republican Whip With Pennsylvania’s sole gubernatorial debate having come and gone, most people are likely wondering what statements being made are true or false. Fact checking is always an important step in the political process, which is ongoing around the Commonwealth. The governor and his campaign are highlighting as many positives that occurred during his term in office as they can. They should, as things are legitimately better today than two and three years ago.