May. 17, 2023 /
![Rigby Joins Veterans Oversight Group]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) has been appointed by Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton to serve during the 2023-24 Legislative Session on the Veterans’ Home Advisory Council assigned to the Hollidaysburg Veterans’ Home.
May. 17, 2023 /
![White’s Liquid Natural Gas Task Force to Hold Second Hearing]()
WHAT: Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), chairperson of Pennsylvania’s Liquid Natural Gas Task Force, will host the second of three hearings on improving natural gas exports from the state.
May. 17, 2023 /
![Gold Star Families, Kerwin Enter Memorial Day Weekend with Advocacy for New Memorial]()
WHAT: Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin) and Gold Star Families who lost someone in military service will advocate for House Bill 71, legislation that would authorize a new memorial to be built on the Pennsylvania Capitol Complex grounds.
May. 12, 2023 /
![Flick Highlights Mental Health Awareness Month]()
WILLIAMSPORT – State Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming) is highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month to take the opportunity to educate people about mental illness, fight the stigma surrounding it and provide support for those suffering with it.
May. 12, 2023 /
![House Steel Caucus Discusses Importance of Steel Industry]()
WEST MIFFLIN – On Thursday, Reps. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) and Frank Burns (D-Cambria), co-chairs of the Pennsylvania House Steel Caucus, held a meeting of the Pennsylvania House Steel Caucus at U. S. Steel’s Mon Valley Works, Irvin Plant, to discuss relevant public policy issues and the findings of a new study measuring the economic impact of the steel industry in Pennsylvania.
May. 11, 2023 /
![Grove Comments on Economic, Policy Issues Heading into June]()
Harrisburg – Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) held a briefing for members of the press on May 11th, to cover a variety of issues heading into June, the most active month in terms of the state budget.
May. 10, 2023 /
![Gaydos Introduces Equity in Education Legislation]()
HARRISBURG – Legislation that would require school districts to begin to compile information listing the number of gifted children has been introduced by Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny).
May. 09, 2023 /
![Grove to Offer Media Briefing on PA Budget]()
WHAT: Republican Appropriations Chairman, Seth Grove (R-York), will offer a media briefing covering current state revenues and the structural deficit, budget reform legislation, and follow-up from budget hearings, including – Property Tax and Rent Rebate program changes and the 911 fee proposal.
May. 09, 2023 /
![Williams’ Hearing Highlights Fight to Fund Equipment for Law Enforcement to Combat Philadelphia’s Criminals]()
HARRISBURG—Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester) argued for state funding to help the Commonwealth’s smaller police forces outfit their officers with body cameras and License Plate Recognition cameras at traffic lights to improve the apprehension of criminals in high-traffic communities like those in Delaware and Chester counties.
May. 05, 2023 /
![Warner Appointed to Key Education, Economic Development Posts]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) has been appointed to two key posts by leaders of the House of Representatives. He will serve as a member of the Basic Education Funding Commission and the Port of Pittsburgh Commission for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
May. 05, 2023 /
![Williams to Host Policy Hearing on Crime and Safety]()
WHAT: Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester) will host a Republican Policy Hearing on crime, restorative justice and keeping communities safe.
May. 04, 2023 /
![Schmitt Appointed to Head Subcommittees]()
ALTOONA – Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has been appointed to serve as the Republican chairman of three subcommittees, including the Subcommittee on Railroads under the House Transportation Committee.
May. 04, 2023 /
![Gaydos Opposes Discriminatory Legislation, Issues Statement]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) cast a “no” vote for House Bill 300. Gaydos issued the following statement regarding her vote:
May. 03, 2023 /
![Marcell Backs Resolution to Honor Emergency Dispatchers and Operators]()
HARRISBURG—Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) today supported a resolution to recognize the contributions of 911 operators.
May. 03, 2023 /
![House Republicans Make ‘Keystone Commitment’ to People of Pennsylvania]()
HARRISBURG – At a time when Pennsylvanians are suffering from the impacts of inflation, failing schools and economic uncertainty, the House Republican Leadership team announced the Keystone Commitment, a platform for success focusing on issues affecting all Pennsylvanians.
May. 03, 2023 /
![Rapp Speaks Out Against Bill Calling for Unlimited Fines on Hospitals Over Nurse Staffing Ratios]()
WARREN — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, voiced serious concerns about legislation that could hurt hospitals’ ability to care for patients. Rapp issued this statement following the House Health Committee public hearing:
May. 03, 2023 /
![Rowe, Policy Committee to Hold Hearing on Hospital Pricing Transparency]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Deputy Chair David Rowe (R-Snyder/Union) will host a hearing to discuss hospital pricing transparency.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Scialabba Releases Statement on Discrimination Bill]()
HARRISBURG –Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) issued the following statement regarding her “no” vote on House Bill 300.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Smith Vehemently Opposes Discriminatory Legislation]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) cast a no vote for House Bill 300, legislation Democrats have dubbed the “Fairness Act.” He issued this statement following the vote:
May. 02, 2023 /
![Brown Named to Committee Leadership Position]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) today announced that she has been appointed by House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) to serve as the chairman of the Subcommittee Chairman on Local Business under the House Commerce Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.