Pickett’s Bill to Ensure Continued CHIP Coverage Heads to Senate

Jun. 08, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – A bill sponsored by Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) that would halt a new bidding procedure for Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) impacting CHIP choices for its subscribers was unanimously approved by the House of Representatives today.

House Unanimously Approves Grove Bill to Require Spending Transparency

Jun. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Knowing taxpayers deserve to see where and how their tax dollars are being spent, today the House approved with bipartisan support legislation by Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) to allow the Pennsylvania Treasury to withhold payments on contracts until the responsible state agency has submitted the contract for public view.

Causer Bill to Boost Plugging of Orphan Wells Earns Committee Approval

Jun. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Recognizing the high volume of abandoned or “orphaned” oil and gas wells across the Commonwealth, the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee on Tuesday approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) that aims to boost the plugging of those wells.

Lawmakers Highlight Continued Efforts to Cut Red Tape

Jun. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Continuing to lead the way on regulatory reform and getting government out of the way, House Republicans on Tuesday highlighted their latest effort to cut red tape in the form of a package of bills that would empower local governments to better maintain their creeks and streams to protect lives and livelihoods from flooding.

Gregory Questions Steps Taken to Support Sexual Abuse Survivors

Jun. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) has sent a letter to the Pennsylvania Department of State reminding its acting secretary of publication requirements to give November’s voters an opportunity to open a two-year window in which survivors of childhood sexual abuse can file lawsuits against perpetrators.

Ortitay to Lead Hearing on Blockchain Technology

Jun. 07, 2022 /

WHAT: Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny), chair of the House State Government Subcommittee on Government Operations, will lead a joint subcommittee public hearing with the Senate Communications and Technology Committee on blockchain technology and its impact on government operations.

Causer Calls for Action to Support, Preserve Vital EMS Services

Jun. 06, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Surrounded by fellow lawmakers and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel from across the state, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) called for action Monday to address the crisis threatening the state’s entire EMS system.

Delozier to Host Child Safety Seat Check

Jun. 06, 2022 /

WHAT: Rep. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-Cumberland) will host a child safety seat check to assure families in the 88th District that their child’s car seat is installed correctly, and to promote good safety practices.

Register Now for Mackenzie’s June Veteran Assistance Hours

Jun. 06, 2022 /

EMMAUS – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is offering Veteran Assistance Hours each month at her Emmaus office to provide aid to local veterans. The service hours are held every fourth Wednesday of the month and the next will be held on Wednesday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1245 D Chestnut St. in Emmaus.

Republican Lawmakers Continue to Cut Government Red Tape

Jun. 06, 2022 /

WHAT: House Republicans have continually led the way on regulatory reform and getting government out of the way. On Tuesday, House Republican leaders and lawmakers will talk about their latest effort to cut red tape. The event will highlight a package of bills scheduled for House consideration this week that will empower local governments to better maintain their creeks and streams to protect lives and livelihoods from flooding.