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.

Grove to Lead Discussion with IFO

Jan. 23, 2023 /

WHAT: While House members await to be recalled for session, Republican House Appropriations Committee Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover) will lead a discussion with the Independent Fiscal Office (IFO).

State Recreational Improvement Grants Awarded, Says Twardzik

Jan. 20, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – State funding has been awarded for two recreational improvement projects in Schuylkill County, according to Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill), who played a role in securing the grants. The funding was made available through the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2), which is administered by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).

Banta’s District Offices Officially Opening Next Week

Jan. 19, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jake Banta (R-Erie) today announced that his Girard, North East and Waterford district office locations will be officially opening next week (Jan. 23) to serve the people of the 4th Legislative District.

Major to Host Satellite District Office Hours

Jan. 19, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) today announced she will be offering satellite district office hours in the Vandergrift Borough Building beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 25.