Stehr Appointed to Committee Leadership Position

Oct. 03, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill) was appointed by Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) as Republican Subcommittee Chair on Programs and Benefits under the House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee for the remainder of the 2023-24 Legislative Session of the General Assembly.

Warner to Host Funding Resource Seminar Oct. 13

Oct. 02, 2023 /

CONNELLSVILLE – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) is inviting local government leaders and nonprofit groups to a Funding Resource Seminar on Friday, Oct. 13, at the Connellsville Township Fire Hall.

Causer to Offer Veterans Services at Local Offices

Oct. 02, 2023 /

BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) 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.

Register Now for Mackenzie’s October Veteran Assistance Hours

Oct. 02, 2023 /

BETHLEHEM – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is offering Veteran Assistance Hours each month at her Bethlehem office to provide aid to local veterans. The next service hours will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N in Bethlehem.

Keep PA’s Election Primary Date

Oct. 02, 2023 /

Pennsylvania’s 2024 primary election is just around the corner, currently scheduled to occur on April 23. However, there are forces in the General Assembly seeking to reschedule it for an earlier date. These actions, at this point in time, are shortsighted and could cause even more damage to public trust in our electoral system.

Energy Should be More Affordable, Cutler Says

Sep. 29, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – With the conclusion of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) Working Group, which endorsed some form of cap-and-trade program—though not specifically endorsing RGGI—House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) said that Pennsylvania energy policy should focus on making energy more affordable and stabilizing our energy grid:

The Sheriff of Robbingham

Sep. 29, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) expressed outrage that Secretary of the Budget, Uri Monson, has once again failed to perform the basic duties of his office.

Assistance with Medicare Enrollment

Sep. 29, 2023 /

LOWER SAUCON – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is hosting a Medicare open enrollment counselor at her Lower Saucon office beginning Tuesday, Oct. 17.

Yet Another Governor Disrespects Our First Responders

Sep. 28, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Following in the footsteps of his predecessor, Gov. Josh Shapiro ignored the law and failed to declare Sept. 27 First Responders Day in Pennsylvania, Rep. David Maloney (R-Berks) said today.

Rapp Votes Against Bill Boosting Fines, Regulations on PA Pools

Sep. 28, 2023 /

WARREN — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, voted against a bill that would require further regulations on public swimming pools and splash pads in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1565 would also replace the current one-time $10 fee for pool permits with a recurring annual fee of at least $100.

Ride Aims to Preserve Historic Monuments, Promote Peace

Sep. 27, 2023 /

Several years ago, I joined my friend, fellow motorcycle enthusiast and former Rep. Harry Readshaw (D-Allegheny) on his annual Ride to Gettysburg to raise money for the Pennsylvania Gettysburg Monuments Fund.