Jan. 03, 2020 /
The Department of Labor and Industry (L&I) is now accepting applications for $6.6 million in PAsmart Apprenticeship grants to help more workers “earn while they learn” and gain the hands-on skills for good jobs in high-growth industries.
Jan. 02, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) recently introduced legislation that would amend the Pennsylvania Constitution, reducing the number of legislative districts in Pennsylvania from 203 to 151.
Jan. 02, 2020 /
Nearly a year ago, I was honored to have been named the first chairman of the newly formed House Government Oversight Committee. As someone who has long espoused the need for greater oversight in state government, this appointment was particularly meaningful to me.
Jan. 02, 2020 /
TOWANDA – To help constituents better access state government-related services, Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) will hold satellite office hours in Sullivan County during the month of January.
Jan. 02, 2020 /
ABBOTTSTOWN – Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) will host his first Meet and Greet event of the new year at Caffe 101, located at 101 Front St. in Boiling Springs, on Thursday, Jan. 9, from 8-9:30 a.m.
Jan. 02, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) and Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) and House Speaker Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) announced that the Port Authority will continue to accept blue or yellow Pennsylvania Senior Transit Cards indefinitely.
Jan. 02, 2020 /
I am a conservative, white Republican lawmaker from a predominantly white, conservative Republican district. I won my election to serve the 93rd District because I reflect the views of those who voted for me. I am pro-business, pro-life, pro-gun, pro-law-enforcement and by no means soft on crime. I support life imprisonment for violent murderers, rapists, and child abusers and the death penalty for the worst of those offenders.
Jan. 02, 2020 /
CLARION – Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong/Forest) was recently honored for graduating from a national leadership program through the Council of State Governments.
Dec. 31, 2019 /
About a year ago, I was fortunate enough to have been sworn in to represent the people of the 193rd Legislative District in the state House of Representatives. I often reflect on the responsibility you have entrusted to me and want to take a moment to renew that commitment.
Dec. 31, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington), Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) and Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) announced that the Port Authority will continue to accept blue or yellow Pennsylvania Senior Transit Cards indefinitely.
Dec. 31, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington), Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) and Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) announced that the Port Authority will continue to accept blue or yellow Pennsylvania Senior Transit Cards indefinitely.
Dec. 30, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania easily leads the nation with more than one million concealed carry permits having been issued to citizens. What concerns state Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Johnstown) is ensuring permit holders are aware of their responsibilities.
Dec. 27, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Fulton County Medical Center has opted to join the Pennsylvania Rural Health Model, a decision Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Franklin/Fulton) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-Blair/Cumberland/Franklin/Fulton/Huntingdon) praised.
Dec. 26, 2019 /
HARRISBUG, Pa. – Rep. Mark Keller (R-Perry) released the following statement Thursday regarding his decision to not seek re-election.
Dec. 20, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – To assist with providing young adults who were once in the justice system with educational and skills-building opportunities to better prepare them for good jobs and successful careers, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) announced the Southern Alleghenies Workforce Development Board is the recipient of a $492,509 Youth Reentry Demonstration Project grant through the Department of Labor & Industry (L&I).
Dec. 20, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – The York County House Republican delegation announced today that the York County School of Technology is the recipient of a $50,000 grant to improve career and technical education (CTE).
Dec. 20, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – The York County House Republican delegation announced today that the York County School of Technology is the recipient of a $50,000 grant to improve career and technical education (CTE).
Dec. 20, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – The York County House Republican delegation announced today that the York County School of Technology is the recipient of a $50,000 grant to improve career and technical education (CTE).
Dec. 20, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Representative Daryl Metcalfe (R-Butler) to further enhance the many benefits and advantages that Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) have for Commonwealth family-owned businesses, employees, communities and the economy was adopted 130 - 67 by the Pennsylvania House on Wednesday, Dec. 18.
Dec. 20, 2019 /
WHAT: Rep. Rich Irvin (R-Huntingdon/Centre/Mifflin) will host a bridge dedication ceremony for local PennDOT employee Robert Gensimore, who was killed in the line of duty on Feb. 17, 2018. The bridge is located along State Route 453 in Tyrone Township, Blair County. Irvin authored the legislation to name the bridge, which was signed into law as part of Act 59 of 2019.