Latest Move to Implement RGGI Creates Major Concern

Dec. 03, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) announced today the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) attempted to bypass the Legislature on Monday by submitting a Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) regulation, through the Environmental Quality Board (EQB), to the Pennsylvania Code and Bulletin Office for publication. The regulation was denied because the General Assembly must be able to take action on a disapproval resolution under the Regulatory Review Act.

Mehaffie, Policy Committee Hear from Exasperated Nurses

Dec. 02, 2021 /

HERSHEY – Hospitals are at or over capacity, nurses are exhausted and the staffers who haven’t already left are considering doing so, according to nurses and other health care professionals who testified before the House Majority Policy Committee today.

Causer, Policy Committee Examine Health Care Challenges

Dec. 02, 2021 /

HERSHEY – With demand for health care on the rise and providers struggling to maintain necessary staffing levels to best meet patient needs, the House Majority Policy Committee, chaired by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), convened a public hearing to examine the issue Tuesday at Penn State Health in Hershey.

Rader to Host Concealed Carry Seminar on Dec. 16

Nov. 30, 2021 /

EFFORT – In his continuing effort to better inform area gun owners regarding Pennsylvania’s firearm laws, Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) is hosting a concealed carry seminar on Thursday, Dec. 16.

Gillen Tests Positive for COVID-19

Nov. 29, 2021 /

FLYING HILLS – After recently testing positive for COVID-19, state Rep. Mark Gillen (R-Berks/Lancaster) today issued the following statement:

Mehaffie, House Majority Policy Committee to Explore Topic of Nursing Shortages

Nov. 26, 2021 /

WHAT: Rep. Tom Mehaffie will host the House Majority Policy Committee led by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) for a hearing on the workforce crisis in the nursing industry. Information will be presented about nurse staffing standards, the impacts of nurse shortages on patient care and the struggles involved with maintaining a skilled workforce.

Causer to Offer Veterans Services at Local Offices

Nov. 26, 2021 /

BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is again offering area veterans the opportunity to work with a representative from the American Legion to ensure they get the services and support they need.

Labs Announces Plumstead Township Multimodal Grant

Nov. 23, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Shelby Labs (R-Bucks) along with Sen. Steve Santarsiero (D-10) announced Plumstead Township will receive a grant through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to improve pedestrian safety and traffic.