Rules Listening Session Highlights Democrats’ Hypocrisy, Kail Says

Jan. 26, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee, said Wednesday night’s listening session led by Speaker of the House Mark Rozzi (D-Berks) over House operating rules shows the hypocrisy of the speaker and Democrats generally.

Cook Opens Waynesburg Office

Jan. 26, 2023 /

WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today announced the opening of his new office in Waynesburg to serve the people of the 50th Legislative District.

Pennsylvanians Must Have Say in Shaping the Future of the Commonwealth, Says Kail

Jan. 26, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In order to address the issues Pennsylvanians care about most, House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) hosted a hearing Monday titled “Constitutional Amendments – Why We Care” on a joint resolution proposing amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvanians Must Have Say in Shaping the Future of the Commonwealth, Says Kail

Jan. 26, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In order to address the issues Pennsylvanians care about most, House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) hosted a hearing Monday titled “Constitutional Amendments – Why We Care” on a joint resolution proposing amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The proposed amendments would provide for a two-year window for victims of childhood sexual assault to file previously time-barred claims, to authorize the General Assembly to disapprove regulations, and require voters to present identification when casting a ballot.

Surplus-Laden School Districts’ Taxing Behavior is Wrong, Cutler Says

Jan. 25, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) on Wednesday said the taxing behavior of 12 school districts across the Commonwealth, including Penn Manor School District in the 100th Legislative District, where districts sought tax referendum exemptions to increase taxes despite having significant budget surpluses highlights the problems with the current law.

Owlett Named Deputy Policy Committee Chair for Ag Issues

Jan. 25, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) has been appointed to serve as a deputy chairman for the House Republican Policy Committee during the 2023-24 Legislative Session. His focus will be on agricultural issues.

Kaufer Named to PHEAA Board of Directors

Jan. 24, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne) announced that he was recently appointed to the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA).

Gaydos Offers Thoughts on How Lawmakers Can Break the Partisan Divide

Jan. 24, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – As Republicans and Democrats continue to battle over control of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) is urging all elected leaders to remain focused on finding common ground so the House can get to work on building a bright future for the constituents who entrusted us to be their voice in Harrisburg.

Why There’s No Such Thing as a Free Lunch

Jan. 23, 2023 /

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives is off to a slow start this session, much to the disappointment of my fellow Schuylkill County representatives who you sent to Harrisburg to serve. The 2022 gerrymandered district maps, implemented by a faulty process, were praised as fair. They have been shown to be anything but and have shifted majority and produced gridlock – not good government.

Working for You - By State Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill)

Jan. 23, 2023 /

My first week as a state representative certainly was one of celebrations, ceremony, and a little bit of chaos. From the swearing-in to electing a new House speaker, we experienced a little bit of everything. Serving as your state representative is the honor of my lifetime, and I am glad that the time is starting to get to work.