Pugh Legislation Targets Disproportionate ‘Rain Tax’

Feb. 02, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – To address the unfair fee structure impacting homeowners, small businesses and nonprofit organizations from Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits, Rep. Brenda Pugh (R-Luzerne) plans to introduce legislation that will preserve environmental outcomes and ensure costs are distributed fairly and responsibly across the Commonwealth.

Reichard Named to House Appropriations Committee

Feb. 02, 2026 /

WAYNESBORO – Just in time for the kick-off of the 2026-27 state budget season, Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) was named to the House Appropriations Committee, which is responsible for creating yearly budgets, by House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton).

Wentling Announces Grants for Area Food Banks

Jan. 30, 2026 /

HARRISBURG –Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) announced today that two food banks located in the 7th Legislative District have been awarded grant funding by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

Policy Committee, White Highlight School Choice Success in PA, Urges Shapiro to Opt In to Federal Scholarship Tax Credit

Jan. 30, 2026 /

PHILADELPHIA—The House Republican Policy Committee, hosted by Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), convened a hearing last week at St. Anselm School in Northeast Philadelphia to examine how Pennsylvania’s proven school choice programs are expanding educational opportunity for families and how a new federal scholarship tax credit could build on that success.

Policy Committee, White Highlight School Choice Success in PA, Urges Shapiro to Opt In to Federal Scholarship Tax Credit

Jan. 30, 2026 /

PHILADELPHIA—The House Republican Policy Committee, hosted by Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), convened a hearing last week at St. Anselm School in Northeast Philadelphia to examine how Pennsylvania’s proven school choice programs are expanding educational opportunity for families and how a new federal scholarship tax credit could build on that success.

Policy Committee Spotlights Indiana County as Blueprint for Overcoming Challenges in Rural Health Care

Jan. 30, 2026 /

INDIANA—The Pennsylvania House Republican Policy Committee, chaired by Rep. David H. Rowe (R–Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), convened a hearing last Thursday at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) focused on Overcoming Challenges in Rural Health Care, bringing together leaders in health care, higher education, and workforce development to examine solutions to Pennsylvania’s growing rural provider shortage.

Heffley Fights to Protect Pennsylvanians’ Right to Grill

Jan. 30, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) is opposed to House Bill 660, legislation that would impose aggressive energy efficiency standards on household appliances, including outdoor grills. He warns the bill could lead to higher costs for families and businesses, limit consumer choice, and even open the door for municipalities to restrict outdoor grilling.

Area Legislators Announce $3 Million Railroad Investment in Bradford, Wyoming Counties

Jan. 30, 2026 /

HARRISBURG –Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23), Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20), Rep. Tina Pickett (R-110) and Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) announced a recent $3,005,018 investment in the R.J. Corman Railroad Company in Bradford and Wyoming Counties for its Lehigh Tie Project. Funding was awarded through Pennsylvania’s Rail Transportation Assistance (RTAP) and Rail Freight Assistance (RFAP) programs.

Rothman, Rowe Advance Sportsmen Voter Registration Act

Jan. 29, 2026 /

HARRISBURG—Legislation aimed at strengthening civic participation among Pennsylvania’s hunters and anglers is advancing in both chambers of the General Assembly with the introduction of companion legislation in the Senate.

Ryncavage, Other Dignitaries Officially Launch New Police Department

Jan. 29, 2026 /

LUZERNE COUNTY - Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) today enthusiastically launched the grand opening of the newly formed West Side Regional Police Department (WSRPD). The ceremony celebrated the historic regionalization effort that started more than two years ago to unify the police services for Edwardsville and Larksville boroughs.

Hamm to Host Telephone Town Hall Feb. 9

Jan. 29, 2026 /

MONTOURSVILLE – Rep. Joe Hamm (R-Lycoming/Sullivan) is inviting residents of the 84th House District to join him for a telephone town hall meeting on Monday, Feb. 9, at 6 p.m. to discuss topics related to state government.