Emrick’s Team Physician Licensing Bill Becomes Law

Jul. 08, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Bipartisan legislation making a commonsense change to Pennsylvania’s physician licensing law has been signed by the governor, announced Rep. Joe Emrick (R-Nazareth), who co-prime sponsored the measure with fellow House Professional Licensure Committee chair, Rep. Frank Burns (D-Johnstown).

Bashline, Major to Host Concealed Carry Seminar July 17

Jul. 07, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Josh Bashline (R-Clarion/Armstrong) announced he will be hosting a concealed carry seminar alongside Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) on Thursday, July 17, from 6-9 p.m. at the Worthington-West Franklin Volunteer Fire Department, 171 Linton Alley, Worthington.

Causer to Host Senior Citizens Expos

Jul. 07, 2025 /

BRADFORD – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) will once again host a series of Senior Citizens Expos to provide area seniors and their family members and caregivers convenient access to a wide range of information in one convenient location.

Pickett Legislation to Bring Dignity to Individuals with Disabilities Becomes Law

Jul. 02, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tina Pickett’s (R-Bradford/Wyoming) legislation to remove outdated and offensive language from Pennsylvania’s insurance laws was signed into law by the governor this week. The measure was authored by Pickett, who serves as Republican chair of the House Insurance Committee, with Rep. Perry Warren (D-Bucks), Democrat chair of the committee.

Latest News from State Capitol and 55th District

Jul. 02, 2025 /

Minimum Wage Bill to Cause More Harm Than Good Last week, I wrote my column to commemorate the important work of the Penn-Franklin News, which was slated to close its doors and print its final edition. I am happy to have learned that this is no longer the case as a purchase occurred and there is a new owner. Accordingly, I am excited that I have been asked to continue submitting this weekly column.