Voter Law Changes
Mar. 10, 2020 / Embed
On October 31, 2019, Governor Wolf signed Act 77 of 2019 into law. The Act is an historic election reform bill that makes the most significant improvements to Pennsylvania’s elections in more than 80 years. Act 77 allows more convenient and secure voting.
Press Rally to Urge Gov. Wolf to Sign Historic Economic Development, Job Creation Legislation
Mar. 10, 2020 / Embed
As Gov. Tom Wolf’s threat to veto legislation (House Bill 1100) seeking to establish an Energy and Fertilizer Manufacturing Tax Credit in the Commonwealth is still looming, Rep. Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne), the bill’s sponsor, stood alongside local laborers and business leaders to reinforce the positive impact this legislation will have on Pennsylvania’s economy and its workforce.
Urging Gov. Wolf to Sign Important Job Creation Bill
Mar. 09, 2020 / Embed
Forging a better Pennsylvania by encouraging good-paying job and career opportunities – without the need of mandates, taxes or fees – House Bill 1100 would provide tax credits for building petrochemical manufacturing in the northeast region of Pennsylvania. In light of this bipartisan approach, PA House Republican leaders join with Democrats, Independents, organized labor leaders, and business leaders to urge Gov. Wolf to sign this important bill.
ACTION: The Fight for Pennsylvanians With Rare Diseases
Feb. 27, 2020 / Embed
Overview of the creation of the PA Rare Disease Action Council and the PA Rare Disease Caucus.
Thomas, Kenyatta Host Bipartisan Hearing on Mental Health Services in Schools
Feb. 14, 2020 / Embed
Reps. Wendi Thomas (R-Bucks) hosts a hearing of the Mental Health Caucus on mental health services in our schools.
Appropriations Chairman Saylor Responds to the PA Budget Proposal
Feb. 04, 2020 / Embed
PA House Appropriations Chairman Stan Saylor responds to the governor's state budget proposal, which includes a spending increase of more than $2 billion over the current budget.
Majority Leader Cutler Comments on State Budget Proposal
Feb. 04, 2020 / Embed
PA House Majority Leader Bryan Cutler responds to the governor's state budget proposal which includes a spending increase of more than $2 billion over the current budget.
Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee Hearing
Feb. 03, 2020 / Embed
Public hearing to discuss the status of Pennsylvania's electric cogeneration industry.
Family Paid Leave Press Conference
Jan. 29, 2020 / Embed
On January 28, 2020, a bi-partisan group of legislators hold a press conference to promote a family leave act across Pennsylvania. Sponsor Wendi Thomas’ legislation would establish a statewide Family and Medical Leave Insurance program that will help Pennsylvanians care for themselves and their families, including parents, when serious illness strikes.
Human Trafficking Post Press Event Package
Jan. 23, 2020 / Embed
Senate Bill 60, the Human Trafficking Bill was recently passed by the House of Representatives and awaits the Governor's signature.