House Members Request Speaker Call House into Regular Session to Consider Senate Bill 1

Jan. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In an effort to advance Senate Bill 1, Reps. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) and Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) today sent a letter to Speaker of the House Mark Rozzi (D-Berks) making an official request to immediately call the House of Representatives into regular session to consider the legislation. The letter was also signed by 20 other House members.

Lawrence Calls for House to Convene

Jan. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Earlier today, Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) issued the following statement regarding the lack of a House of Representatives session schedule.

Heffley, Argall Announce Grant for Weatherly Borough

Jan. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) and Sen. David Argall (R-Schuylkill, Carbon) today announced that Weatherly Borough will be receiving a $238,700 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).

Schmitt, Ward Announce Funding to Improve Garfield Park

Jan. 13, 2023 /

ALTOONA – Garfield Park in Altoona will get a much-needed facelift after the city received a grant through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnerships Program, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) announced.

Staats, Labs Announce Grant Awarded for PFAS Removal

Jan. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG—Reps. Craig Staats (R-Quakertown) and Shelby Labs (R-Plumstead) today announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved a grant to extend public drinking water to homes that currently use wells contaminated by PFAS, a fire suppressant linked to cancer.

Curwensville Authority to Receive Infrastructure Grant, Says Kephart

Jan. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Curwensville and the surrounding area stand to benefit from upgraded sewer collection and wastewater treatment facilities thanks to an award from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), according to state Rep. Dallas Kephart (R-Clearfield/Cambria).

Staats, Labs Announce Grant Awarded for PFAS Removal

Jan. 13, 2023 /

HARRISBURG—Reps. Craig Staats (R-Quakertown) and Shelby Labs (R-Plumstead) today announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved a grant to extend public drinking water to homes that currently use wells contaminated by PFAS, a fire suppressant linked to cancer.

Grove, Klunk and D’Orsie Announce Funding for Conservation Projects

Jan. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Three conservation projects in York County will receive nearly $1.2 million in funding through the Growing Greener Plus Program, House Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover), Rep. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover) and Rep. Joe D’Orsie (R-Manchester) announced.

Causer Announces Grant for Port Allegany

Jan. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Port Allegany Borough has been awarded $214,600 in funding for rehabilitation of its town square, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) announced today.

Yaw, Owlett Announce $5 Million in Funding for Mansfield Projects

Jan. 12, 2023 /

WILLIAMSPORT – State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and state Rep. Clint Owlett (R-68) today announced more than $5 million in state funding has been awarded to Mansfield Borough to install new water and sewer lines, providing clean drinking water for residents and ensuring wastewater can be discharged from local homes and businesses.

Kerwin Updates Office Information

Jan. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – As he continues to evaluate how to best serve residents of the 125th House District in Dauphin County, Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Cumberland) is adding an office location to help some constituents even closer to their homes.

Rigby Announces Infrastructure Award for Local Sewer Authority

Jan. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) is awarding more than $8.6 million to the Portage Area Sewer Authority for repairs and improvements to its sewer system, according to state Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset).

Davanzo to Offer District Services in Scottdale

Jan. 11, 2023 /

WESTMORELAND – In response to mapping changes to the 58th Legislative District, Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) announced that a member of his staff will be available weekly at the Scottdale Public Library every Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., beginning Jan. 18.