Schemel Votes Yes on Responsible, On-Time Budget

Jun. 28, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Paul Schemel (R-Franklin) today joined a majority of his colleagues in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in supporting House Bill 1192, legislation that establishes state funding priorities for fiscal year 2015-16. The vote was 112 to 77 in favor of the measure.

Diamond: House Budget Is Fiscally Responsible, On Time

Jun. 28, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) yesterday joined the House majority in passing an on-time, balanced budget that would close a $1.2 billion budget shortfall without tax increases. The proposal now goes to the Senate, where it is expected to pass and be sent to the governor’s desk by the June 30 deadline.

Millard Praises Responsible Budget with No Tax Increases

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. David Millard (R-Berwick) today issued the following statement after he joined the majority of his colleagues in the House in passing a $30.18 billion state budget that increases funding for education while protecting Pennsylvania taxpayers:

Helm Supports Responsible, No-Tax-Increase Budget

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Sue Helm (R-Dauphin/Lebanon) today joined a majority of her colleagues in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in supporting House Bill 1192, legislation that establishes state funding priorities for fiscal year 2015-16. The vote was 112 to 77 in favor of the measure.

Kauffman Supports Passage of On-Time, No Tax-Increase Budget

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Rob Kauffman (R-Franklin) today joined the majority of his House colleagues in passing a $30.18 billion budget plan that increases funding for education and human services without any tax increases on Pennsylvania citizens.

Christiana Stands Against Wolf Tax Hikes, Supports No-Tax-Increase Budget

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Jim Christiana (R-Beaver/Washington) today released the following statement in response to the House of Representatives’ approval of the state budget plan, which includes no new taxes, more than $400 million in new education investments and funding for essential government services:

Day Applauds On-Time, Prudent State Budget

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Calling it a win for taxpayers in the 187th District and across Pennsylvania, Rep. Gary Day (R-Lehigh/Berks) today supported a 2015-16 state budget plan that is mindful of the taxpayer while keeping a hold on state spending.

Toohil Supports Budget which Spends More on Education

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne) today joined a majority of her colleagues in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in supporting House Bill 1192, legislation that establishes state funding priorities for fiscal year 2015-16. The vote was 112 to 77 in favor of the measure.

Heffley Joins Colleagues in Advancing State Budget

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) today voted in favor of a $30.18 billion state budget plan that includes $200 million in additional education funding over last year and fully funds vital human services with no new or increased taxes.

Parker Supports Increased Education Funding in State Budget

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. David Parker today joined his colleagues in passing a state budget for the 2015-16 fiscal year by a vote of 112-77. The spending plan, House Bill 1192, increases education spending by $370 million dollars.

Warner Praises Passage of Fiscally Responsible Budget

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette/Westmoreland) today issued the following statement after he joined the majority of his colleagues in the House in passing a $30.18 billion state budget that increases funding for education while protecting Pennsylvania taxpayers.

Rader Votes for On-Time Budget With No Tax Increases

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) today voted in favor of a $30.18 billion state budget which does not include a tax increase. The spending plan passed the House by a 112-77 vote and now goes to the Senate for consideration.

Budget Bill On Task and Set to Be On Time, Says Sankey

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Tommy Sankey (R-Cambria/Clearfield) today voted to support House Bill 1192, the primary budget bill for fiscal year 2015-16. The legislation is scheduled to be taken up immediately by the state Senate and is still on target to reach Gov. Tom Wolf’s desk and be signed into law before the conclusion of the fiscal year.

Culver Supports Spending Plan That Meets Needs Without Tax Increases

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-Northumberland/Snyder) joined the majority of her colleagues in the state House on Saturday, June 27, in voting in favor of a fiscally responsible legislative budget proposal which included no tax increases. Culver made the following statement after the vote:

House Budget Puts Taxpayer First, Pickett Says

Jun. 27, 2015 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) said today, after casting her vote for a balanced, on-time state budget for the 2015-16 fiscal year, that this spending plan is designed with the taxpayers of Pennsylvania at the forefront.