Veterans Outreach Hours Available at Scialabba’s District Office

Sep. 12, 2023 /

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP– Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) is reminding veterans and their spouses that the next available date to receive in-person assistance is Thursday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at her district office in the Cranberry Township Municipal Building, located at 2525 Rochester Road, Suite 201.

COLUMN: Protecting Child Social Media Influencers

Sep. 12, 2023 /

Child social media influencers can earn as much as $100 per 1,000 followers, yet Pennsylvania does not have a law to protect them from exploitation. I’m working to change that.

More than $2.5 Million in State Funding Awarded to Adams Township, Says Scialabba

Sep. 08, 2023 /

ADAMS TOWNSHIP – Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) announced that Adams Township received more than $2.5 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to complete a project along a 5-mile stretch of State Route 3007, which is Three Degree Road and Valencia Road in Adams Township and Valencia Borough for their portion of Three Degree Road.

Flick, Ecker: Hearing Highlights Need for Better Mental Health Care

Sep. 08, 2023 /

WILLIAMSPORT ¬– Mental health services in Pennsylvania, particularly in rural areas, are in trouble and in need of assistance. This is what members of the House Republican Policy Committee heard during a hearing hosted by Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) in Williamsport, according to Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland), vice chairman of the committee.

O’Neal to Host Shredding Event at Trinity High School

Sep. 08, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – As a free service to the community, Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) will be holding a shredding event on Saturday, Sept. 16, at Trinity High School to give residents of the 48th Legislative District a chance to safeguard themselves against identity theft by having their personal documents securely destroyed.

87th District Unites to Combat Human Trafficking, Says Kutz

Sep. 08, 2023 /

HARRISBURG ¬— State Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) Wednesday partnered with community leaders and Greenlight Operation, a local anti-human trafficking nonprofit to spread awareness and valuable information to the community.

Emrick to Host Free Financial Aid Seminar Sept. 13

Sep. 07, 2023 /

BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP - Rep. Joe Emrick (R-Northampton) is inviting parents and students planning to pursue a higher education to his upcoming Financial Aid Seminar on Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the Freedom High School Auditorium, 3149 Chester Ave. in Bethlehem Township.

Kephart Reminds Local Governments of Grant Opportunity

Sep. 07, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In addition to kicking off the Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1 marked the start of a great funding opportunity for local government and nonprofit organizations, according to state Rep. Dallas Kephart (R-Cambria/Clearfield).

Fink: Shapiro Decision Limits Options for Pregnant Women in PA

Sep. 07, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Gov. Josh Shapiro recently announced a funding cut to a nearly 30 year-long agreement with Real Alternatives. This pro-life organization has provided support to Pennsylvania families and pregnant women considering abortion since the administration of former Democrat Gov. Bob Casey. Rep. Wendy Fink (R- Red Lion) reacted with disappointment and concern as Shapiro’s actions erode choice for pregnant women in search of options.

Major’s Office Unable to Electronically Process Background Checks

Sep. 07, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) today announced due to a change in the online system for criminal background checks required for people interacting with minors, her office is no longer able to help constituents electronically process the clearances.