House GOP Policy Committee Hosts Hearing on Preserving Benefit Integrity

May. 24, 2024 /

House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana), and other lawmakers will host the second in a series of hearings titled “Excellence in Government: Preserving Benefit Integrity” to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, and ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.

I Stand with Our Farmers, Says Fink

May. 23, 2024 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) issues the following statement in response to the release of two operating partners of NoBull Solutions LLC, Ethan Wentworth and Rusty Herr, who were serving a 30-day sentence for contempt of court.

Warner to Host Hard-to-Read License Plate Replacement Event

May. 23, 2024 /

CONNELLSVILLE – As residents in Fayette County and across the Commonwealth continue to deal with illegible license plates, Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) is teaming up with the Pennsylvania State Police in hosting another event to help get those plates replaced.

Check to Be Presented to Assist with Canonsburg, Houston Police Merger

May. 23, 2024 /

WHAT: Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) will lead a check presentation to Canonsburg Borough to assist with the costs of executing a memorandum of understanding to have its police force service Houston Borough. Ortitay worked with New Directions Mental Health to secure funding.

Bill with Rapp Amendment Improving Lab Oversight for Medical Marijuana Passes House

May. 22, 2024 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, announced the bill improving lab oversight for medical marijuana, which includes her amendment, passed the House by a 196-6 vote. Rapp’s amendment furthered the oversight of labs in several ways, including requiring them to establish annual inspections and submit proposed modifications to standard operating procedures within 30 days; clarifying violations are subject to civil penalties; and allowing the Department of Health to revoke or suspend licenses.

Heffley Announces District Office Hours for Memorial Day

May. 22, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) is reminding residents that his district offices will be closed on Friday, May 24, and will remain closed through Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 28, at 9 a.m.

Schmitt Introduces Bill to Protect Seniors

May. 22, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – With six local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) in Pennsylvania not meeting state requirements, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) introduced legislation today to require the state Department of Aging to make public all non-compliant AAAs and action plans to correct issues.

O’Neal Thrilled NFL Draft Coming to Pittsburgh

May. 22, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington), whip of the House Republican Caucus, today released the following statement in response to the National Football League announcing it has chosen Pittsburgh to host the 2026 Draft.

House GOP Policy Committee Hosts Hearing on Preserving Benefit Integrity

May. 22, 2024 /

WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), Rep. Joe Hamm (R-Lycoming/Sullivan), and other lawmakers will host the first in a series of hearings titled “Excellence in Government: Preserving Benefit Integrity” to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, and ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.

White, Marcell Bring Accountability to Harassment on College Campuses

May. 22, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – In response to the recent anti-Israel protests that have led to Jewish students and faculty being harassed, intimidated and prevented from attending classes on college campuses, Reps. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) and Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) announce two pieces of legislation to address these issues.

Kutz Announces “There Ought to Be a Law” Contest Winners

May. 22, 2024 /

HARRISBURG- To encourage civic engagement among students in the 87th District, Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) hosted a “There Ought to Be a Law” contest for fifth-grade and high school students. Participants submitted individual proposals for laws to address various issues people face across the Commonwealth.