Oct. 21, 2019 /
HARRISBURG –Following the August decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit upholding the chamber's traditional session-opening Prayer practices, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Guest Chaplain Program resumed today, Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) announced.
Oct. 21, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – The Pleasant Valley School District was awarded a Safe Schools Targeted Grant, according to Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe). The $37,714 grant will be used to hire and train a school police officer.
Oct. 21, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – During a standing room only state Capitol news conference today, Representative Stephanie Borowicz (R-Centre/Clinton) and Senator Doug Mastriano (R-Adams/Cumberland/Franklin/York) officially introduced legislation that would ban abortions when the heartbeat of an unborn baby is detected (House Bill 1977 and Senate Bill 912).
Oct. 21, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – During a standing room only state Capitol news conference today, Representative Stephanie Borowicz (R-Centre/Clinton) and Senator Doug Mastriano (R-Adams/Cumberland/Franklin/York) officially introduced legislation that would ban abortions when the heartbeat of an unborn baby is detected (House Bill 1977 and Senate Bill 912).
Oct. 21, 2019 /
HARRISBURG—Lawmakers from Southeast Pennsylvania announced that they will support legislation to aid the state’s emergency responders, including those in Bucks, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware counties.
Oct. 21, 2019 /
MCMURRAY – To help with renovations to Miners Memorial Park in Bethel Park, Rep. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) advocated for a $250,000 grant that was approved by the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED).
Oct. 21, 2019 /
HARRISBURG — Flanked by firefighters and emergency medical services (EMS) providers, Rep. Stephen Barrar (R-Chester/Delaware) held a Fire Prevention Month event today at the state Capitol at which he called attention to the dramatic decline in the number of volunteer firefighters and EMS providers in Pennsylvania and disclosed actions planned in the House this week and next to address it.
Oct. 21, 2019 /
LEMONT FURNACE – Area veterans are invited to a breakfast hosted by Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette/Westmoreland) in appreciation for their service and sacrifice to the country. The breakfast will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, from 9-11 a.m. at Penn State Fayette, Eberly Campus Auxiliary Gym, 2201 University Drive, Lemont Furnace.
Oct. 18, 2019 /
MOON TOWNSHIP – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) today announced $44,325.56 in Safe Schools Grants have been awarded to three school districts in the 44th District by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
Oct. 18, 2019 /
BUTLER – Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) today announced almost $65,000 in Safe School Grants have been awarded to two school districts in the 11th District by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
Oct. 18, 2019 /
SENECA – Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) is hosting a free seminar for seniors about PACE/PACENET, how to recognize scams and defending against identity theft. It will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Cranberry Place Senior Center, Cranberry Mall, 6945 Route 322, Cranberry.
Oct. 18, 2019 /
WHAT: Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R-Centre/Clinton) and Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-Adams/Cumberland/Franklin/York) will officially unveil and discuss their legislation that would ban abortions after the point at which the heartbeat of the unborn baby can be detected.
Oct. 18, 2019 /
WHAT: Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R-Centre/Clinton) and Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-Adams/Cumberland/Franklin/York) will officially unveil and discuss their legislation that would ban abortions after the point at which the heartbeat of the unborn baby can be detected.
Oct. 18, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – Four area school districts were awarded Safe Schools Targeted Grants to improve safety and security measures, according to Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna).
Oct. 18, 2019 /
MCMURRAY – Today, Rep. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) announced that Upper St. Clair School District was awarded a total of $43,020 in School Safety Grants through the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Oct. 18, 2019 /
Think fast – there’s been an accident. Do you know what to do if disaster strikes? Of course you do...call 9-1-1. Many of us have called it, and morning, noon or night, you can be sure someone will answer. We are blessed to live in a state where someone will answer, and help will come.
Oct. 18, 2019 /
HARRISBURG– Rep. Thomas Murt (R-Montgomery/Philadelphia) will be the keynote speaker at tomorrow’s Global Woman P.E.A.C.E. Foundation (GWPF) Walk to End FGM in Washington, D.C.
Oct. 18, 2019 /
WHAT: The House Human Services and Health committees will hold a public hearing on the decision by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to close the White Haven and Polk state centers. Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) serves as a member of the Human Services Committee.
Oct. 17, 2019 /
The 2020 race for president of the United States is well underway as news headlines are written every day about the latest rallies, speeches and political maneuvering across the nation.
Oct. 17, 2019 /
MCMURRAY – In an effort to recognize area veterans, Rep. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) will host a recognition breakfast on Thursday, Nov. 7, from 9-11 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Suites Pittsburgh South, located at 164 Fort Couch Road, in Pittsburgh. All veterans who reside in the 40th Legislative District are invited to participate.