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Metzgar to Introduce Legislation to Eliminate Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s Use of Eminent Domain

Feb. 06, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – To reign in the overreach of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC), Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset) announced his intention to introduce legislation that would eliminate the entity’s ability to exercise the power of eminent domain – citing growing concerns over reckless expansion plans that threaten private property rights and Pennsylvania’s natural heritage.

Cooper Bill to Support Schools Delaying Start Times Passed by House Panel

Feb. 05, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – A bill to assist school districts seeking to delay the school day for high school students was passed unanimously by the House Education Committee on Wednesday, according to the bill’s author, Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland).

Kutz Named Chair of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Fiscal Policy

Feb. 05, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) has been appointed chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Fiscal Policy. This leadership role comes after three years of dedicated service on the House Appropriations Committee and follows Tuesday’s 2026–27 state budget address.

Pugh Legislation Addresses Time Parameters for Passing State Budget

Feb. 05, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – To address the recent 135-day state budget impasse, Rep. Brenda Pugh (R-Luzerne) has introduced bipartisan legislation, House Bill 2194, that would require the General Assembly to remain in session if a spending plan is not enacted by July 31 of each year.

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