Struzzi Recognized by State Conservation Group

Jul. 20, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) is the 2022 recipient of the Legislative Leadership Award presented by the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts (PACD). He was recognized during the association’s annual awards banquet Wednesday in Harrisburg.

Cook Introduces Resolution to Fight Skyrocketing Inflation

Jul. 20, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Washington/Fayette) has introduced House Resolution 222, which would direct the Joint State Government Commission to establish an advisory committee to conduct a comprehensive review of state laws, regulations and procedures that are impeding the supply chain and driving up costs for consumers.

Pickett to Host 21st Senior Expo on Aug. 5

Jul. 19, 2022 /

TOWANDA – Dozens of exhibitors have registered to participate in the 21st Senior Expo hosted by Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna), which will take place on Friday, Aug. 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lynch-Bustin Elementary School in Athens.

Grove to Release Elections Report

Jul. 18, 2022 /

WHAT: With the next election a little more than three months away, and the next Presidential General Election a little more than two years away, Pennsylvania is still using the same election process that resulted in Pennsylvania becoming a national embarrassment.

Deana’s Law Targeting ‘Worst of the Worst’ Repeat DUI Offenders Signed Into Law

Jul. 15, 2022 /

MEDIA, PA – Legislation named in memory of DUI homicide victim Deana DeRosa Eckman of Delaware County has been signed into law, said the author of the bill, Rep. Chris Quinn (R-Delaware). Quinn was joined by DeRosa’s parents, Rich and Roseann DeRosa, and Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer to announce the enactment of the legislation.

Boback: New Law Enhances Flood Mitigation Program

Jul. 15, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation to enhance Pennsylvania’s flood mitigation program sponsored by Rep. Karen Boback (R-Lackawanna/Luzerne/Wyoming) has been signed into law by Gov. Tom Wolf.

Ecker Named to House Select Committee on Restoring Law and Order

Jul. 14, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – To further investigate the drastic increase in crime in Philadelphia, Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams//Cumberland) was appointed by House Speaker Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) to the newly established House Select Committee on Restoring Law and Order.

Owlett Senior Citizens Expo Aug. 5

Jul. 13, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter) is inviting area seniors, their family members and caregivers to his upcoming Senior Citizens Expo on Friday, Aug. 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at Wellsboro Senior High School Gym and Commons, 225 Nichols St.

Lawrence Appointed Chair of House Select Committee on Restoring Law and Order

Jul. 13, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – In response to rapid increases in violent crime, Pennsylvania House Speaker Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) has appointed Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) to chair the newly established House Select Committee on Restoring Law and Order. Additional appointees to the committee include Reps. Amen Brown (D-Philadelphia), and Danilo Burgos (D-Philadelphia), Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland), and Wendi Thomas (R-Bucks.)