Rowe Bill to Protect Food Donors, Feed Families Passes the House

Jul. 09, 2024 /

HARRISBURG— Legislation to expand immunity from civil and criminal liability for donating food past its labeled, manufacturer-issued date unanimously passed the House Monday, according to Rep. David Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), the bill’s sponsor. Rowe worked on this initiative in a prior legislative session before taking it up again with Rep. Tarik Khan (D-Philadelphia).

Struzzi Named to Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust

Jul. 09, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) was appointed to the Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust by House Minority Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster). The trust distributes settlement funds from opioid manufactures, distributors and pharmacy chains to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, counties, and municipalities for abatement of the opioid crisis.

Armanini, LIFT to Host Senior, Disabled Resource Expo

Jul. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) and the St Marys-based social service organization LIFT (Life and Independence for Today) invite residents of the six-county area they serve to attend the Disability and Senior Resource Expo they are co-hosting on Tuesday, July 23, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Elk County Catholic High School, 600 Maurus St., St Marys.

Causer to Host Senior Citizens Expos

Jul. 08, 2024 /

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.

Register Now for Mackenzie’s July Veteran Assistance Hours

Jul. 08, 2024 /

BETHLEHEM – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is offering Veteran Assistance Hours each month at her Bethlehem office to provide aid to local veterans. The next service hours will be held on Wednesday, July 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N. in Bethlehem.

House GOP Policy Committee to Hold Hearing in Chester County on Big Elk Creek State Park

Jul. 05, 2024 /

House Republican Policy Committee Vice Chairman Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland), Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Big Elk Creek State Park” to gather insight into the history and potential development of the park, and to evaluate proposed plans for its future and continued sustainability.

House GOP Policy Committee to Hold Hearing in Cumberland Co. on Costs, Benefits of Doing Business in PA

Jul. 05, 2024 /

House Republican Policy Committee Vice Chairman Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “The Costs and Benefits of Doing Business in Pennsylvania” to identify and understand the real-world challenges and opportunities within Pennsylvania’s business environment and to explore innovative solutions that can enhance the Commonwealth’s economic competitiveness, support local enterprises and attract new investment.

Gregory Initiative Would Give Greater Voice to Abuse Victims

Jul. 02, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – A legislative measure that would create a two-year window of time in which survivors of childhood sexual abuse could file lawsuits passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives today, according to Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair).

Hogan Legislation to Protect Seniors Passes House

Jul. 02, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Joe Hogan (Bucks) today announced his legislation to increase protections for seniors from financial exploitation passed the House by a strong bipartisan vote.