Kail to Host Policy Committee Hearing on Constitutional Amendments

Jan. 19, 2023 /

WHAT: Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) and members of the House Republican Policy Committee will be hosting a hearing titled “Constitutional Amendments – Why We Care” on Senate Bill 1, a joint resolution proposing amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 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.

Westmoreland Delegation Lauds Broadband Plan

Jan. 19, 2023 /

WESTMORELAND – At a press conference hosted by Westmoreland County officials, plans to bring internet connectivity to unserved communities were heralded by Westmoreland House members.

Causer to Offer Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance

Jan. 19, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Applications for the 2022 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now available, and Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is reminding area residents that free assistance is available through his office.

Cabell Sponsoring Bill to Require Voter ID in Pennsylvania

Jan. 18, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In an effort to ensure Pennsylvania elections are fair and accurate, Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) is sponsoring legislation that would require voters to present identification when going to the polls. He is currently circulating a co-sponsorship memo seeking bipartisan support for the proposal which he plans to introduce in the near future.

Mackenzie Relocates District Office to Lower Saucon Township

Jan. 17, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Due to reapportionment that moved Emmaus Borough outside the 131st Legislative District, Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) today announced her district office has been moved to Lower Saucon Township. The new office location is 1425 Mountain Drive N., Bethlehem, PA 18015.

Kutz Announces Office Information

Jan. 17, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In order to best serve residents of the 87th House District in Cumberland County, Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) is announcing his office locations and hours.

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.