Watch Out for a New Energy Tax

Jun. 23, 2023 /

Hold on to your wallets. Higher energy bills are on the way if the Shapiro administration and Democrats in the General Assembly get their way.

Borowicz Designates June 2023 as "Life Month"

Jun. 22, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R-Clinton/Union) today introduced a House resolution memorializing June 24, 2022, the day the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, effectively ruling that there is no federal constitutional right to an abortion.

Watro’s Bill to Help Veterans Obtain EMT Licenses Passed by House

Jun. 22, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) that would streamline the professional licensing process for veterans seeking a civilian career as an emergency medical technician (EMT) or paramedic passed unanimously in the House of Representatives today. House Bill 404 will next be considered by the Senate.

Struzzi Education Legislation Addresses Teacher Shortages

Jun. 22, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The House Education Committee has unanimously advanced legislation authored by state Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) that would continue teacher hiring practices which were initiated during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nelson Plan Would Make Higher Education More Affordable

Jun. 21, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) introduced a plan to make higher education more affordable for families. The plan would redirect funding for the University of Pittsburgh to be used to increase Pennsylvania’s investment in direct-to-student grants and state-owned universities.

Grove to Host Senior Citizen Fraud Seminars June 30

Jun. 21, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Senior citizens, their families and caregivers are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming seminars hosted by state Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) to learn about scams targeting senior citizens.

Kail Announces $5 Million to Benefit Residents

Jun. 21, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) announced today that nearly $5 million in impact fees paid by Marcellus Shale drilling companies will benefit residents of the 15th District.

Nelson Plan Would Make Higher Education More Affordable

Jun. 21, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) introduced a plan to make higher education more affordable for families. The plan would redirect funding for the University of Pittsburgh to be used to increase Pennsylvania’s investment in direct-to-student grants and state-owned universities.