Wentling to Host Health Fair and Senior Expo

Jul. 12, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – To provide relevant information to citizens in the 7th Legislative District, Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) will host his 7th annual Health Fair and Senior Expo. Dozens of exhibitors from local, state and federal agencies, along with a variety of senior and health-focused organizations, will be on hand to offer information about programs and services designed to meet the needs of older Pennsylvanians. In addition, there will be health screenings, vaccinations and vaccine boosters available. Light refreshments will be served, and door prizes will be awarded.

Rapp Announces Budget Deal Past Deadline

Jul. 12, 2024 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest) issued this statement following the House passage of a General Appropriations bill for the 2024-25 fiscal year:

Lawrence, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Big Elk Creek State Park

Jul. 12, 2024 /

WEST GROVE–Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) and the Pennsylvania House Republican Policy Committee, led by Vice Chairman Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland), held a hearing on Tuesday regarding potential development of Big Elk Creek State Park by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR.) More than 160 members of the community attended the hearing at the new Avon Grove High School in Jennersville.

Democrats Turn Their Backs on Homeowners, Says Scheuren

Jul. 12, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Donna Scheuren (R-Montgomery) today criticized House Democrats for tabling her amendments to Senate Bill 1236 earlier this week, which would have created strong, anti-squatter legislation.

Mercuri Comments on Passage of 2024-25 State Budget, Higher Education Funding

Jul. 12, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Rob Mercuri (R-Allegheny) released the following statement discussing his positions and votes on passage of the annual state budget and higher education funding bills. The 2024-25 state budget represents a 5.9% increase, or about $47.6 billion, over the prior fiscal year.

Brown Announces Tax Credits, Funding Awarded to LG Lofts Development

Jul. 12, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) is pleased to announce the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) has awarded $1.4 million in tax credits, along with an additional $750,000 in Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) funding to LG Lofts in New Castle.

Borowicz A ‘No’ Vote as State Budget Passes House

Jul. 12, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R-Clinton/Union) voted against the 2024-25 state budget bill Thursday, saying the $47.6 billion plan is a $2.7 billion, or 6%, increase over the prior fiscal year.

PILT Increase to Benefit Region, Causer Says

Jul. 12, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – The General Assembly has approved an increase in the payment in lieu of taxes (PILT) on state lands managed by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) and Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC), Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) announced today.

Causer Votes ‘No’ on State Budget

Jul. 11, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) issued the following statement Thursday in response to House passage of a $47.6 billion state budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year:

Gaydos Supports State Budget But Says We Can Do Better

Jul. 11, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement regarding her affirmative vote on the fiscal year 2024-25 state budget. The budget spends $47.6 billion, increasing state appropriations by nearly 6% over the previous year.