Leadbeter Introduces Legislation to Prevent Red Flag Laws in Pennsylvania

Sep. 17, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – To uphold the Second Amendment and protect the freedoms of law-abiding citizens, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) introduced legislation to prohibit Red Flag laws in Pennsylvania. These laws, which are being pushed by the radical left wing, allow courts to confiscate firearms based on allegations of potential harm, often without due process, and could be subject to abuse if implemented in the Commonwealth.

Cook, Reschenthaler Congratulate Regimental Fife and Drum Unit for Being Selected to Participate in National Memorial Day Parade

Sep. 15, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) and Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (R-14) together applaud the Regimental Fife and Drum Unit at Mon Valley Academy for the Arts (MVAA) for being selected to perform at the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C. The parade will take place on May 25, 2026, and commemorate America’s 250th Anniversary.

Struzzi Recognized as RCPA Legislator of the Year

Sep. 12, 2025 /

Struzzi Recognized as RCPA Legislator of the Year

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) was recognized as Legislator of the Year by the Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association (RCPA) this week. The award is given annually to a state legislator for their dedication and commitment to health and human services in Pennsylvania.

It is Time to Bury the Inheritance Tax in Pennsylvania

Sep. 10, 2025 /

When families lose a loved one, they deserve space to grieve, not a tax bill. Yet in Pennsylvania, the state adds financial stress to emotional pain through an antiquated and unfair inheritance tax. This policy punishes families for simply receiving what was already theirs and reminds them the government stands between them and their legacy. That is why I have reintroduced House Bill 1394, which would eliminate this outdated tax and finally allow Pennsylvanians to keep what their loved ones intended to pass on.

Warner Legislation to Reform CYS, Strengthen Penalties for Child Abuse

Sep. 10, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Continuing his commitment to protecting vulnerable children in Fayette County and across the state, Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) is seeking co-sponsors for legislation to make comprehensive improvements to Pennsylvania’s Children and Youth Services (CYS) system. He is also working on a bill to increase penalties in extreme abuse cases.

Seeking Justice: Warner Bill Takes Aim at Child Torture

Sep. 05, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Responding to the horrific child abuse allegations in Fayette County this week, Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) is again pushing for legislation that would establish the offense of child torture in the Commonwealth.

Owlett Bill Targets Unspeakable, Unimaginable Evil

Sep. 03, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) is introducing legislation that will provide a sentencing enhancement when a defendant is convicted of creating, distributing or possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) that depicts the defendant’s relative.

Stop Borrowing, Start Fixing Bridges

Sep. 03, 2025 /

Pennsylvanians are tired of excuses. Our state has more than $7 billion sitting in the Rainy Day Fund while more than 2,000 bridges are in poor condition, more than 400 are weight-restricted and dozens are closed altogether. Meanwhile, Democrat leaders in Harrisburg continue to push plans that borrow billions and saddle taxpayers with decades of debt instead of solving the problem right now.

Kephart Pushing for Bill Suspending Pay for Legislators

Aug. 26, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Dallas Kephart (R-Cambria/Clearfield) is one of six legislators co-sponsoring House Bill 1682, which would suspend the compensation of the governor, lieutenant governor and members of the General Assembly during a budget impasse.

Davanzo Bill Prioritizes Child Care Over Politics

Aug. 26, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Recognizing the hardships brought on by the ongoing budget impasse are being extended to Pennsylvania families, Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) is seeking legislation that would provide zero-interest loans for Pre-K Counts child care centers.