Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – A bill from Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) would allow the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission to set its own fees, rather than requiring those fees be established by legislation.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Working to ensure dairy farmers will be able to move their milk even in wintry weather conditions, the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) that would exempt milk trucks from weather-related commercial vehicle travel bans.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne) that would strengthen criminal investigations into sexual abuse passed unanimously in the House of Representatives today. House Bill 1171 now moves to the Senate for consideration.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Washington/Fayette) confirmed today that he is seeking co-sponsors for his legislation that would change the casino gaming Local Share Account (LSA) approval process in Washington County.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG—Rep. Thomas Murt (R-Montgomery/Philadelphia) joined colleagues for a rally Tuesday to urge the Legislature to change the way it redistricts every 10 years.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG—Legislation sponsored Rep. Todd Stephens (R-Montgomery) to increase the penalties for failing to report ongoing child sex abuse.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Karen Boback (R-Lackawanna/Luzerne/Wyoming) is hoping the “third time’s a charm” when it comes to her legislation that would provide civil immunity for damages that result from entry into a motor vehicle for the purpose of rescuing an individual.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Focusing efforts on giving a voice to those who may feel like they’ve been silenced, House Republicans passed more than a dozen bills this month related to supporting and empowering crime victims and abuse survivors.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter) today announced the award of two Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) grants totaling $1.44 million to the Tioga County Conservation District for projects in Shippen and Sullivan townships.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) and Sen. Wayne Langerholc, (R-Bedford/Cambria/Clearfield) today announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority, known as PENNVEST, has approved two projects set to take place within the City of Johnstown.
Apr. 16, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation that would require the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to conduct business six times per year, on specific dates, sponsored by Speaker of the House Mike Turzai, overwhelmingly passed the House today by a vote of 194-3.
Apr. 16, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Minors would be allowed to perform music in establishments with liquor licenses under a bill sponsored by Rep. Sheryl Delozier (R-Cumberland).
Apr. 16, 2019 /
WHAT: Press Conference highlighting the impact of legislation passed supporting crime victims and abuse survivors.
Apr. 16, 2019 /
WHAT: Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is hosting Jason Ronczka, vice president of operations for One Health Solutions, and members of the Executive Leadership Team to discuss a way to eradicate the opioid epidemic. One Health Solutions purchased Cambria Rowe Business College for its flagship location and will be investing millions of dollars in renovations. In addition to providing a solution to people fighting opioid abuse that could be court-ordered or voluntary, One Health Solutions will bring 100 jobs to Cambria County in the next three to five years.
Apr. 16, 2019 /
WHAT: The House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, chaired by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will hold a public hearing to discuss dairy industry issues with members of the Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board.
Apr. 15, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – A bill authored by Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) which adds strangulation to the Crimes Code and Domestic Relations Code to a list of applicable “crimes of violence” passed the House today.
Apr. 15, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – A bill authored by Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) which adds strangulation to the Crimes Code and Domestic Relations Code to a list of applicable “crimes of violence” passed the House today.
Apr. 15, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – The House today approved legislation authored by Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) that would level the playing field for private clubs that sell six-packs.
Apr. 15, 2019 /
HARRISBURG—Legislation sponsored by Rep. Wendi Thomas (R-Bucks) to prevent elected officials convicted of sexual offenses from receiving their public pension has passed the House.
Apr. 15, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) will be hosting a town hall meeting on Wednesday, April 24 at 6 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Village cafeteria, located at 1155 Indian Springs Road, Indiana.