Kail to Host Policy Committee Hearing on Constitutional Amendments

Jan. 19, 2023 /

WHAT: Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) and members of the House Republican Policy Committee will be hosting a hearing titled “Constitutional Amendments – Why We Care” on Senate Bill 1, a joint resolution proposing amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to provide for a two-year window for victims of childhood sexual assault to file previously time-barred claims, to authorize the General Assembly to disapprove regulations, and require voters to present identification when casting a ballot.

Westmoreland Delegation Lauds Broadband Plan

Jan. 19, 2023 /

WESTMORELAND – At a press conference hosted by Westmoreland County officials, plans to bring internet connectivity to unserved communities were heralded by Westmoreland House members.

Cabell Sponsoring Bill to Require Voter ID in Pennsylvania

Jan. 18, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In an effort to ensure Pennsylvania elections are fair and accurate, Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) is sponsoring legislation that would require voters to present identification when going to the polls. He is currently circulating a co-sponsorship memo seeking bipartisan support for the proposal which he plans to introduce in the near future.

House Members Request Speaker Call House into Regular Session to Consider Senate Bill 1

Jan. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In an effort to advance Senate Bill 1, Reps. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) and Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) today sent a letter to Speaker of the House Mark Rozzi (D-Berks) making an official request to immediately call the House of Representatives into regular session to consider the legislation. The letter was also signed by 20 other House members.

Grove, Klunk and D’Orsie Announce Funding for Conservation Projects

Jan. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Three conservation projects in York County will receive nearly $1.2 million in funding through the Growing Greener Plus Program, House Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover), Rep. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover) and Rep. Joe D’Orsie (R-Manchester) announced.

Pickett, Owlett Issue Statement on Action Against Frontier Communications

Jan. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) issued the following statement in response to an announcement Monday by the Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate (OCA) and Office of Small Business Advocate (OSBA) that they have filed a formal joint complaint against Frontier Communications for its failure to provide reliable service to customers.

Kutz, Ecker to Introduce Voter ID Legislation

Jan. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Emphasizing that voter identification is a necessary tool to support accountability and accuracy in elections, Reps. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) and Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) today began seeking support from their colleagues on a proposed constitutional amendment to require voter ID at the polls.

Gregory Applauds Latest Action to Support Abuse Survivors

Jan. 06, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – As a long-time advocate for childhood sexual abuse survivors and prime sponsor of the legislation to give them recourse in court, Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) today commended Gov. Tom Wolf and House Speaker Mark Rozzi on their commitment to a special session dedicated to granting that relief to survivors.

Tomlinson Sworn in for New Term in State House

Jan. 04, 2023 /

HARRISBURG - Rep. K.C. Tomlinson (R-Bucks) was sworn in yesterday to serve the people of the 18th District in Bucks County in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. She is serving her second full term, following a special election in March 2020.

Kephart: “Let’s Get to Work”

Jan. 04, 2023 /

Kephart: “Let’s Get to Work”

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Dallas Kephart (R-Clearfield/Cambria) took the oath of office Tuesday to serve residents of the 73rd Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Flick Sworn Into Office, Thanks Citizens of the 83rd

Jan. 04, 2023 /

Flick Sworn Into Office, Thanks Citizens of the 83rd

HARRISBURG – Upon being sworn into office yesterday as a member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly, Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming) thanked the people of the 83rd Legislative District for entrusting him to represent their interests in Harrisburg and at home.