White, Policy Committee to Hold Hearing on Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Philadelphia Public Schools

Apr. 29, 2025 /

HARRISBURG— House Republican Caucus Chairwoman Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), and other lawmakers will host a public hearing to investigate reports of waste, fraud, and abuse within the School District of Philadelphia. The hearing will take place at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 19, at the Community College of Philadelphia.

Rigby to Honor Local World War II Veteran

Apr. 29, 2025 /

WHAT: State Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) will be hosting a bridge renaming ceremony to honor Pvt. Philip A. Watt, who was born in Ashville. The ceremony will recognize his service by designating the Route 53 bridge, which crosses Clearfield Creek in Gallitzin Township, as the “Private Philip A. Watt Memorial Bridge.”

Walsh Expands Satellite Office Hours to Serve Constituents

Apr. 29, 2025 /

HARRISBURG—Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) is expanding satellite office hours at several locations around the 117th Legislative District to give constituents more opportunities to access the state services his office provides.

PA Lawmakers to Explore Pennsylvania’s Untapped Energy Potential

Apr. 29, 2025 /

WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Exploring Pennsylvania’s Energy Potential” to discuss how Pennsylvania’s natural gas can be leveraged to lower costs, grow jobs, and strengthen grid reliability.

Highlighting Agriculture with expanding ‘Blessing of the Balers,’ Celebration

Apr. 28, 2025 /

WHAT: Supporters of the state’s agriculture industry will gather at the state Capitol for the Third Annual Blessing of the Balers. The event is hosted by state Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) and helps draw attention to the state’s top industry. It also marks the annual celebration of May as Beef Month. Tractors and balers will be on-site for the event.

O’Neal to Host Veterans Brunch

Apr. 28, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) today announced he will host his annual Veterans Brunch on Friday, May 23.

Barton to Hold Event to Thank the 124th’s Farmers, Bless the Balers

Apr. 28, 2025 /

LENHARTSVILLE - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) is hosting a breakfast for the 124th Legislative District’s farmers to show Berks and Schuylkill counties’ appreciation for their hard work to help put food on our tables. Immediately preceding the breakfast, Barton is organizing a Blessing of the Balers to pray for a safe, productive and prosperous planting season.

Causer Honors Mt. Jewett Firefighter

Apr. 28, 2025 /

Mt. Jewett volunteer firefighter Dan “Beans” Gustafson was recognized for 54 years of dedicated service to the community at the company’s recognition dinner last weekend. Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) presented him with a citation from the PA House of Representatives in honor of his dedication to protecting public safety.

Walsh to Host Concealed Carry Seminar

Apr. 28, 2025 /

WHAT: Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) will host a seminar to educate constituents about the process of acquiring a concealed carry permit, the details surrounding Castle Doctrine and other information regarding state gun laws and firearm safety.

Pugh to Host Community Shredding Event May 3

Apr. 28, 2025 /

LUZERNE – In an effort to help residents easily dispose of documents with personal and sensitive information, Rep. Brenda Pugh (R-Luzerne) is hosting a Shredding Day for residents of the 120th Legislative District on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event will take place at the West Side Career and Technology Center in Pringle.

Taxpayers Should Not Support Further Berks County Mismanagement

Apr. 25, 2025 /

HARRISBURG - Rep. David Maloney (R-Berks) today declined to support a $6.3 million request of additional taxpayer money Berks County officials say is now needed to renovate the Youth Detention Center, saying county officials should have planned and budgeted for this important public safety project quite some time ago.

Bernstine Announces Loan for Portersville Muddy Creek EMS Ambulance Upgrade

Apr. 25, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced the Portersville Muddy Creek Township Volunteer Fire Department has been approved for an $81,740 loan from the Office of the State Fire Commissioner. The funding will support the purchase of a Ford E350 Crestline CCL150 ambulance, significantly enhancing the department’s emergency response capabilities.