Jones School Code Clean-Up Bill Passes Unanimously

May. 07, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – As part of the state House Republicans’ “Government Done Right” initiative, legislation authored by state Rep. Mike Jones (R-York Township) that would clear Pennsylvania’s School Code of many of its outdated and unnecessary regulations has passed the House unanimously and awaits consideration by the Senate Education Committee.

Jones School Code Clean-Up Bill Passes Unanimously

May. 07, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – As part of the state House Republicans’ “Government Done Right” initiative, legislation authored by state Rep. Mike Jones (R-York Township) that would clear Pennsylvania’s School Code of many of its outdated and unnecessary regulations has passed the House unanimously and awaits consideration by the Senate Education Committee.

Rep. White Wants AG Investigation of Conduct of Rep. Sims

May. 07, 2019 /

HARRISBURG- Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) has hand delivered a letter to the office of Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro seeking an investigation into the recent actions of Rep. Brian Sims (D-Philadelphia) regarding a potential violation of Pennsylvania statutes.

Helm’s Juneteenth Bill Advances

May. 07, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Sue Helm (R-Dauphin/Lebanon) establishing Juneteenth National Freedom Day as an official annual observance in Pennsylvania was unanimously approved by the House of Representatives on Monday. House Bill 619 will next be considered by the Senate.

House OKs Bill Expanding School Choice Scholarships, Turzai Says

May. 07, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Declaring it a victory for students and taxpayers throughout the state, Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) said the House today adopted his bill to enhance a vital school choice program in the Commonwealth.

House Policy Committees to Tour Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

May. 07, 2019 /

WHAT: The House Republican Policy Committee, chaired by Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong/Forest), and the House Democrat Policy Committee, chaired by Rep. Mike Sturla (D-Lancaster), will host their respective committees for a tour of the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology.

Kail Invites Local Veterans to Recognition Breakfast

May. 06, 2019 /

CENTER TWP – In an effort to recognize area veterans and active duty military personnel, Rep. Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) will host a recognition breakfast on Friday, May 17, from 9-11 a.m. at the Center at the Mall, located at 284 Beaver Valley Mall, Center Twp. All veterans and active duty military personnel who reside in the 15th Legislative District are invited to participate.

Klunk Issues Statement on Passage of Down Syndrome Protection Bill

May. 06, 2019 /

HARRISBURG ¬– The House Health Committee today approved Rep. Kate Klunk’s (R-Hanover) legislation to ensure life for babies with Down syndrome. Her legislation, House Bill 321, would include prenatal Down syndrome diagnoses as a legal reason why babies can’t be aborted in Pennsylvania. The bill now goes to the full House for a vote.

Bernstine Introduces Bill to Eliminate Concealed Carry Permit Requirement in PA

May. 06, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Coinciding with a Second Amendment rights rally held today in Harrisburg, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) unveiled “constitutional carry” legislation, which would no longer require law-abiding citizens to obtain a license to carry a concealed firearm in Pennsylvania.

Carlisle Bridge to be Named for War Hero on May 11

May. 06, 2019 /

WHAT: A bridge in Carlisle Borough will be named for Lance Cpl. Edward Rykoskey who went missing in action in the Vietnam War. In 1966, Rykoskey was warning his comrades of an approaching enemy force that greatly outnumbered his patrol, when he succumbed to enemy fire, and paid the ultimate price of freedom. There will be a military rifle salute and Rep. Barb Gleim (R-Cumberland) will be master of ceremonies.