Rapp Amendment Restores Common Sense to Doula Bill

May. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, announced a bill she amended that would extend Medicaid coverage to doula services was unanimously approved by the House. Rapp’s amendment removed the term “pregnant individual” and replaced it with the word “mother,” reversing a change made in a prior amendment.

Hogan Warns Constituents of Phone Scam Using AI Technology

May. 07, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Joe Hogan (Bucks) today warns constituents across the 142nd District that scammers have begun using Artificial Intelligence to fake the voice of elected representatives in Pennsylvania. These callers are attempting to commit fraud by using the fake recording to ask for money for charitable organizations. This is a scam.

Pennsylvania House Republicans Call on Pennsylvania Attorney General to Investigate Philadelphia District Attorney Over Handling of Boyle Arrest Warrant

May. 07, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republicans Tuesday held a press conference to highlight a letter they sent to Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry calling on her office to investigate Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner on the handling of the arrest warrant issued for state Rep. Kevin Boyle (D-Philadelphia) and any possible election law violations.

Register Now for Mackenzie’s May Veteran Assistance Hours

May. 06, 2024 /

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, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N. in Bethlehem.

Register Now for Stehr’s Veteran Assistance Hours

May. 06, 2024 /

SHAMOKIN – Rep. Joanne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill) is offering veteran assistance hours on the third Wednesday of each month at her Shamokin district office to provide aid to local veterans in the 107th Legislative District. Assistance hours will begin on Wednesday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 300 E. Independence St. in Shamokin.

White, PA Manufacturers’ Association Hold Energy Roundtable in York

May. 03, 2024 /

PHILADELPHIA – Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Manufacturers' Association, held an important energy roundtable discussion this week, focusing on bolstering Pennsylvania’s energy sector and enhancing economic growth. The roundtable, held at the Manufacturers' Association of South Central PA in York, drew a diverse group of stakeholders, industry experts and legislators, including Reps. Tim O'Neal (R-Washington), Seth Grove (R-York), Joe D'Orsie (R-York) and Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks), to discuss critical topics such as LNG exports, permitting reform and grid reliability.

Bridge Dedicated for Fallen Vietnam War Veteran

May. 03, 2024 /

OSCEOLA MILLS – A bridge dedicated today in Rush Township will carry signage noting it is named for Lance Cpl. Michael B. Segich, who was mortally wounded May 12, 1970, while serving in the Vietnam War.

Bonner To Host Veteran Breakfast May 10

May. 03, 2024 /

GROVE CITY – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Butler/Mercer) invites veterans from the 17th Legislative District to attend his upcoming veterans’ breakfast.

Highlighting Agriculture with ‘Blessing of the Balers,’ ‘May is Beef Month’ Celebration

May. 03, 2024 /

Supporters of the state’s agriculture industry will gather at the state Capitol for the Second Annual Blessing of the Balers and “May is Beef Month” celebration. The event is hosted by state Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) and the Pennsylvania Beef Council, in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, Pennsylvania Livestock Association, Pennsylvania Cattlemen’s Association and Center for Beef Excellence. Two tractors and balers will be on-site for the event.