Feb. 29, 2024 /
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), Rep. Joe Hogan (R-Bucks), and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Safeguarding our Community from Fraud” to identify vulnerabilities, share preventive measures, and promote a unified approach for community protection against fraudulent activities, particularly elder exploitation.
Feb. 29, 2024 /
TAMAQUA—As Pennsylvania faces a housing crisis, Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), convened a hearing to discuss the imminent need for construction permitting reform.
Feb. 29, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – A group of state House lawmakers announced Thursday a package of bills designed to reform and streamline the state’s successful Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program.
Feb. 29, 2024 /
By Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland)
Feb. 29, 2024 /
HARRISBURG—Rep. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-Cumberland) invites residents of the 88th Legislative District to her upcoming Job and Government Services Fair, a free event for local employers, job seekers and state agencies to connect over opportunities and state services.
Feb. 29, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) Thursday responded to the formation of an Election Threats Task Force formed by Gov. Josh Shapiro, and to be led by Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, with the following statement:
Feb. 29, 2024 /
BRADFORD – State Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will hold monthly satellite office hours on Thursday, March 7, from 9-11 a.m. at the Emporium Borough Office.
Feb. 29, 2024 /
MIDDLEBURG – Veterans from the 85th Legislative District are invited to sign up for Veterans Outreach Assistance hosted by the office of Rep. David Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata) in partnership with an accredited veterans service officer (VSO).
Feb. 28, 2024 /
House Republicans questioned the DEP on improvements of their permitting process, dam safety, and regulatory updates, including the status of the Regional Green House Gas Initiative (RGGI) and the Climate Action Plan. Additionally, Republicans asked about the increased spending within DCNR and their ability to keep up with their current core functions before taking on new initiatives.
Feb. 28, 2024 /
House Republicans focused their questions on trying to understand the potential impacts of the Governor’s “Blueprint for Higher Education” on our valuable community colleges. Once again, Republicans were shocked to learn how little work has been done on this massive, proposed idea to upend and merge the funding of two higher education systems in Pennsylvania that often serve different populations.
Feb. 28, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Dallas Kephart (R-Clearfield/Cambria) appreciates local beneficiaries of grants recently awarded by the Office of State Fire Commissioner.
Feb. 28, 2024 /
BRADFORD – The annual Property Tax/Rent Rebate Clinics hosted by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) continue next week as follows:
Feb. 28, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) announced Wednesday he plans to introduce legislation to expand access to donated prescription drugs in Pennsylvania.
Feb. 28, 2024 /
TURBOTVILLE – In response to growing concerns within the community, Rep. Michael Stender (R-Northumberland/Montour) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), convened a hearing to discuss opportunities missed in Pennsylvania agriculture due to the Commonwealth’s burdensome permitting processes.
Feb. 27, 2024 /
House Republicans inquired about the fiscal health of each agency and asked pointed questions on the amount of funding for current programs and proposed new initiatives. Additionally, Republicans asked about long-term care facility regulations, hospital sustainability, adult-use cannabis, and substance abuse disorder treatment.
Feb. 27, 2024 /
House Republicans focused their line of questions on how prepared the Department of State (DOS) is for the upcoming 2024 elections, as well as the lack of uniformity in the Commonwealth’s election process. Additionally, Republicans asked how the DOS plans to spend proposed increases in “Voter Registration and Education” equitably, the Governor’s unilateral decision to begin automatic voter registration, and the department’s continued plans to improve the professional licensure process.
Feb. 27, 2024 /
Feb. 27, 2024 /
TUNKHANNOCK – Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) reminds persons with disabilities living in the 110th Legislative District of a monthly outreach program at her district office in Tunkhannock designed to help them gain more independence through job training, counseling and other services.
Feb. 27, 2024 /
This year has ushered in a lot of expensive talk in Harrisburg.
Feb. 27, 2024 /
HARRISBURG — Rep. Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie) today announced he is hosting an open house in his new Meadville district office on Friday, March 1. The event will be held during normal office hours, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.