Topper Comments on Rushed Education Funding Bill

Jun. 04, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Following the House Education Committee meeting to rush through legislation to address Basic Education Funding, Republican Chairman Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) issued the following statement:

Smith, Policy Committee Host Second in Series of Hearings on Preserving Benefit Integrity

Jun. 03, 2024 /

PUNXSUTAWNEY—Last week, Rep. Brian Smith (R- Jefferson/Indiana) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), convened the second in a series of hearings to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, and to ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.

New ‘America First of PA’ Caucus Will Focus on PA’s Real Issues

May. 31, 2024 /

Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) and other House members will host a news conference to unveil the “America First of Pennsylvania” caucus. This group of legislators will focus on topics and concerns brought forth by hard-working Pennsylvania families whose voices have been silenced since the beginning of the current legislative session.

Heffley, Argall to Host ‘What’s Bugging Our Trees’ Seminar June 6

May. 31, 2024 /

To provide information to residents about invasive insect species, Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) and Sen. David Argall (R-Carbon/Schuylkill/Luzerne) are offering a seminar led by a state forester from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) on Thursday, June 6, at 6 p.m., at the Albrightsville Volunteer Fire Company, 2454 State Route 534, Albrightsville.

House GOP Policy Committee Hosts Final Hearing on Preserving Benefit Integrity

May. 31, 2024 /

House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) and other lawmakers will host the third and final in a series of hearings titled “Excellence in Government: Preserving Benefit Integrity” to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, and ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.

Mackenzie, Stakeholders to Discuss Negative Impacts of Prevailing Wage Bill

May. 31, 2024 /

WHAT: Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh), Republican chair of the House Labor and Industry Committee, and representatives from business organizations and municipal government groups will hold a press conference to discuss the negative impacts of House Bill 2153. The legislation would add time and costs to public construction projects in Pennsylvania and result in higher taxes for residents.

Hamm, Policy Committee Host First in Series of Hearings on Preserving Benefit Integrity

May. 30, 2024 /

WILLIAMSPORT—Yesterday, Rep. Joe Hamm (R- Lycoming/Sullivan) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), convened the first in a series of hearings to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste and abuse, and to ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.

Historic Tax Cuts for ALL Pennsylvanians - By Rep. Tim O’Neal

May. 30, 2024 /

For the people across Pennsylvania, the past few years have been filled with economic uncertainty and soaring costs. Inflation has run rampant. Families and seniors have watched grocery bills multiply, energy costs skyrocket, and home prices and rent go through the roof.

Causer to Offer Veterans Services at Local Offices

May. 29, 2024 /

BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.