Owlett Issues Statement on Passage of 2019-20 State Budget

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, today voted in support of a state budget that prioritizes agriculture, education and putting money aside in the state’s Rainy Day Fund. The budget will spend a total of $33.9 billion dollars, a 1.8% increase over the current fiscal year, and does not contain any new or increased taxes.

Mustello Supports Fiscally Responsible Budget Plan

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – In one of her first major votes in Harrisburg, Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) supported the no-tax-increase budget plan for fiscal year 2019-20, which the state House approved today and would increase funding for the core functions of government.

Gregory Praises House’s 2019-20 Spending Plan

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – The House today passed a $33.997 billion spending plan as the General Appropriations portion of the state budget. The legislation may now be taken up by the state Senate.

Roae Votes for Budget Approved by House

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – After state Rep. Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie) today in Harrisburg voted for a state budget bill approved by the House, he issued the following statement:

Maloney Votes for State Budget that Invests in People and Job Training

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. David Maloney (R-Berks) today voted to pass a 2019-20 state budget that saves for the future, will train Pennsylvanians for well-paying skilled jobs that have been created due to federal tax cuts and federal pro-growth policies and protects those in our communities who need help.

Day Votes for State Budget with No New or Increased Taxes

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Gary Day (R-Lehigh/Berks) today in Harrisburg voted for a state budget bill approved by the House that would fund the core functions of state government without asking taxpayers to pay more through new or increased taxes.

Gabler, Sankey Vote to Advance Key State Budget Bill

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – With support from both sides of the aisle, the state House today approved House Bill 790, the General Appropriations portion of the state budget package. The vote of 140-62 advances the legislation to the state Senate for consideration.

Budget to Save, Cut, Invest, Manage and Educate Passes House

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Reflecting the priorities and continued work of the House Republican Caucus, the 2019-20 General Appropriations bill passed the House of Representatives today with bipartisan support. House Bill 790 features no new taxes, no tax increases and no additional fees, continuing a multi-year effort that has resulted in increased revenues for the Commonwealth.

Education Funding, Responsible Spending Highlight 2019-20 Budget, Says Hahn

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – The state House today moved the General Assembly one step closer to finalizing a spending plan for 2019-20 by passing House Bill 790, the General Appropriations portion of the state budget, by a 140-62 margin, according to state Rep. Marcia Hahn (R-Bushkill Township). The legislation may now be taken up by the state Senate.

Lancaster County House Republican Delegation Approves of Budget Aimed at Taxpayers and Economic Growth

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Today, the Lancaster County House Republican Delegation voted to pass a 2019-20 spending plan for the Commonwealth built upon a foundation of five principles to serve Pennsylvania taxpayers – saving for the future; fiscal management; thrift; investing in our future by boosting education; and instilling policies to foster economic growth. This plan also addresses Lancaster County priorities such as agriculture and Thaddeus Stevens College.

James Votes for Budget Approved by House with No Tax Hikes

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Buter) today in Harrisburg voted for a state budget bill approved by the House that would fund the core functions of state government without relying on any new or increased taxes.

Masser and Culver Vote for Budget Approved by House with No New or Increased Taxes

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Kurt Masser (R-Columbia/Montour/Northumberland) and Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-Northumberland/Snyder) today in Harrisburg voted for the state budget bill approved by the House that would fund the core functions of government, set aside money in the state savings account and includes no new or increased taxes.

Ecker Votes to Approve Responsible Budget

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adam/Cumberland) joined his House colleagues to approve the 2019-20 state budget that protects taxpayers from tax increases and spends less than what Gov. Tom Wolf sought to spend.