Mar. 17, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – While recognizing the rationale behind the governor’s decision to temporarily close all of Pennsylvania’s schools and universities to curtail the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Speaker of the House Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement reminding the education community of the responsibility to teach Pennsylvania’s students, and that learning should not stop during the two-week, possibly more, school closure ordered by the governor.
Mar. 17, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – In an effort to mitigate the potential spread of the COVID-19 virus, Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) has announced changes to his district office policies as well as the postponement of multiple district events.
Mar. 17, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) recently was appointed to the board of directors of Blueprints.
“It is an honor to join this organization in order to further help people succeed,” O’Neal said. “I’ve worked hand in hand with Blueprints on a number of projects, including the Washington Blight Working Group. I’m hopeful this closer relationship will result in more community successes.”
Mar. 17, 2020 /
MIFFLINBURG – As many of you know, Gov. Tom Wolf today called for a statewide shutdown of nonessential business in an effort to halt the spread of the coronavirus.
Mar. 17, 2020 /
LEBANON - The Lebanon Valley Mall announced today that they will close tomorrow morning in response to the governor’s statewide shutdown order of non-essential stores. The district office of Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon), which is located inside the mall, will be closed as well as a result. The governor’s order is in effect until March 27.
Mar. 17, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Following guidelines urged by state Department of Health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter) today announced a temporary halt to walk-in services at his district offices in Wellsboro and Troy.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
House clarifies Wolf shutdown order
HARRISBURG – House Republican leaders issued the following statement regarding Gov. Tom Wolf’s announcement today of a statewide “shut-down”:
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG — Rep. Craig Staats (R-Bucks) issued the following statement today regarding action he is taking in response to COVID-19 to minimize risks to public health and safety:
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) announced new procedures have been put in place at his district office in Altoona.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
SENECA – To protect district residents and his employees from coronavirus, Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) announced that his office cannot serve people in person for two weeks, beginning today. Near the end of the month, he will reevaluate the need for a closure to visitors.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Dan Moul (R-Adams) and Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) announced new procedures have been put in place at their district offices in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Dan Moul (R-Adams) and Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) announced new procedures have been put in place at their district offices in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
MONACA – With the safety of Pennsylvanians a top priority, Rep. Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) has postponed two Donuts and Discussion events and a concealed carry seminar.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Rich Irvin (R-Huntingdon/Centre/Mifflin) today announced his district offices in Huntingdon and Port Matilda will not be providing walk-in service until further notice. This change in policy is keeping in line with state government and health officials who have mandated the closure of all non-essential state offices.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
MOON TOWNSHIP – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) today announced that, effective immediately, her district office in Moon Township will suspend walk-in constituent services until further notice due to concerns about the coronavirus.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) and Mike Peifer (R-Pike/Wayne) announced that the Wayne County Historical Society and Pike County Historical Society were each awarded a $4,000 Cultural and Historical Support grant through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HONESDALE – Highlighting local businesses who have continued to contribute to local communities and making them a brighter place, Reps. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) and Mike Peifer (R-Pike/Wayne) offer their congratulations to Watson Brothers, a garage/general store based in Hawley and White Mills for their 52 years of service and dedication to Wayne County.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
BELLEFONTE – In response to the Wolf administration’s request to limit public gatherings to prevent the further spread of COVID-19 throughout the Commonwealth, Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin ) today announced he will postpone his remaining town hall meeting originally planned for Thursday, March 26, in College Township.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – In the interest of protecting public health and the health of his staff, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) today announced his local offices would be temporarily closed to walk-in service. However, assistance remains available via phone, email and internet.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – In efforts to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) is temporarily closing his district offices to in-person visits.