Metzgar: We Must Provide Effective Broadband Service to Everyone

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – As we continue to explore the best possible solutions to address the multitude of issues surrounding rural broadband, Rep. Carl Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) participated in a joint hearing with the House Consumer Affairs Committee and Senate Communications and Technology Committee on how residents in the Commonwealth can better perform their daily tasks.

Senate Committee Approves Kaufer Bill to Create Program to Help Veterans and Their Families

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Just in time for Veterans Day, the state Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee on Tuesday in Harrisburg approved a bill introduced by state Rep. Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne) designed to create a system to link veterans and their family members with programs and services specifically designed to meet their needs back in their local communities.

James’ Bill on Mining Reclamation Passes House

Nov. 09, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) announced today his bill, which would add a member of the Coal Refuse Energy and Reclamation industry to the Mining Reclamation and Advisory Board (MRAB), passed the House of Representatives.

Quinn’s DOMinate Epilepsy Legislation Sent to Governor

Nov. 09, 2021 /

HARRISBURG, PA – Legislation named for a Chester County boy with epilepsy and which will promote seizure recognition and first-aid training for teachers is headed to the governor, according to the sponsor of the bill, Rep. Chris Quinn (R-Delaware).

Cutler Bill to Improve Overall Health Outcomes Passes House

Nov. 09, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – As Pennsylvanians recover from a once-in-a-generation pandemic and the opioid crisis continues to impact countless communities, a package of bills to improve health care providers’ abilities to treat the overall health of patients was unanimously passed by the House today.

Tax Credits Awarded to Three Projects, O’Neal Says

Nov. 09, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) today announced just over $260,000 in Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) tax credits have been awarded to fund three projects in the 48th Legislative District.

Delozier to Host Shredder Event

Nov. 09, 2021 /

WHAT: Rep. Sheryl Delozier (R-Cumberland) will host a shredder event to help safeguard residents against identity theft.

Bonner to Host Concealed Carry Seminar

Nov. 09, 2021 /

MERCER COUNTY – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) invites residents of the 8th Legislative District to attend a Concealed Carry Seminar on Thursday, Nov. 18, from 6-7:30 p.m. The seminar will be held at the East End Fire Department, located at 104 Wilson Ave., Mercer.

People Have Right to Restore Balance in Constitution, Speaker Says

Nov. 09, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Continuing efforts by the General Assembly to ensure no single person, authority or interest can outweigh the voices of the people of the Commonwealth, Speaker Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) and Sen. Ryan Aument (R-Lancaster) are introducing two amendments to the Pennsylvania Constitution that would restore the balance of power to the three-branch system of governing.

Sankey, Armanini Release Statement on Passage of Anti-RGGI Resolution

Nov. 09, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Tommy Sankey (R-Clearfield/Cambria) and Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) issued a statement in reaction to Monday’s vote by the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee on a concurrent resolution that disapproves of the Environmental Quality Board’s support for Gov. Tom Wolf’s plan to enroll Pennsylvania in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), which would place a carbon tax on existing coal-fired and natural gas-fired electric providers: