Keep PA’s Election Primary Date

Oct. 02, 2023 /

Pennsylvania’s 2024 primary election is just around the corner, currently scheduled to occur on April 23. However, there are forces in the General Assembly seeking to reschedule it for an earlier date. These actions, at this point in time, are shortsighted and could cause even more damage to public trust in our electoral system.

Energy Should be More Affordable, Cutler Says

Sep. 29, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – With the conclusion of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) Working Group, which endorsed some form of cap-and-trade program—though not specifically endorsing RGGI—House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) said that Pennsylvania energy policy should focus on making energy more affordable and stabilizing our energy grid:

The Sheriff of Robbingham

Sep. 29, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) expressed outrage that Secretary of the Budget, Uri Monson, has once again failed to perform the basic duties of his office.

Assistance with Medicare Enrollment

Sep. 29, 2023 /

LOWER SAUCON – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is hosting a Medicare open enrollment counselor at her Lower Saucon office beginning Tuesday, Oct. 17.

Yet Another Governor Disrespects Our First Responders

Sep. 28, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Following in the footsteps of his predecessor, Gov. Josh Shapiro ignored the law and failed to declare Sept. 27 First Responders Day in Pennsylvania, Rep. David Maloney (R-Berks) said today.

Rapp Votes Against Bill Boosting Fines, Regulations on PA Pools

Sep. 28, 2023 /

WARREN — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, voted against a bill that would require further regulations on public swimming pools and splash pads in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1565 would also replace the current one-time $10 fee for pool permits with a recurring annual fee of at least $100.

Ride Aims to Preserve Historic Monuments, Promote Peace

Sep. 27, 2023 /

Several years ago, I joined my friend, fellow motorcycle enthusiast and former Rep. Harry Readshaw (D-Allegheny) on his annual Ride to Gettysburg to raise money for the Pennsylvania Gettysburg Monuments Fund.

House Approves Topper Bill to Increase Learning Flexibility

Sep. 27, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In response to educators and school districts asking for more flexibility in providing educational opportunities for all Pennsylvania students, today the House unanimously approved legislation by Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) to change the instructional time requirement to 180 days or 990 secondary and 900 elementary hours.

Shapiro, Senate Conspire to Steal $150 Million From PA Hunters

Sep. 27, 2023 /

Last week, the Senate, with a nod from Gov. Josh Shapiro, violated the federal Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act and moved forward with a fiscal code (House Bill 1300), part of the unfinished House Democrat budget, and took $150 million from the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) to put into the Clean Streams funding.

Cook Hosts Third Annual Women in Leadership Conference

Sep. 26, 2023 /

WAYNESBURG – The third annual Women in Leadership Conference, hosted by Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington), will take place on Thursday, Oct. 5, from 2-5 p.m. at Waynesburg University’s Goodwin Performing Arts Center, 51 W. College St., Waynesburg.