Kuzma, Others Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Pennsylvanians Overcome Medical Debt

Jan. 16, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington) joined Reps. Arvind Venkat (D-Allegheny), Nate Davidson (D-Dauphin/Cumberland), Tarik Khan (D-Philadelphia), Bridget M. Kosierowski (D-Lackawanna), Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) in introducing a bipartisan bill that would create the Pennsylvania Medical Debt Relief Program.

D’Orsie Announces Committee Assignments

Jan. 15, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Joe D’Orsie (R-Manchester) today announced his appointments to serve on four House committees for the 2025-26 Legislative Session: Commerce, Communications and Technology, Education, and Labor and Industry.

State Lawmakers Launch Bipartisan 'Competitiveness Caucus'

Jan. 14, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Today, Pennsylvania State Sens. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) and Lisa Boscola (D-Northampton), along with Reps. Paul Friel (D-Chester) and Josh Kail (R-Beaver), announced the formation of a new bipartisan, bicameral group within the state General Assembly: the Pennsylvania Competitiveness Caucus. This new caucus aims to unify efforts across the Capitol and party lines to strengthen the state’s economic competitiveness and ensure a robust, dynamic economy today and into the future.

Delozier Initiative to Aid Veterans Has Taken Effect

Jan. 13, 2025 /

HARRISBURG—On Dec. 30, 2024, an initiative put forward by Rep. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-Cumberland) took effect as part of Act 137 of 2024. Delozier’s contribution to the law, which received unanimous support in the House, corrected a Department of Health (DOH) discrepancy to ensure veterans and their spouses receive the Vital Statistics fee waiver they are entitled to for death certificates.

Watro’s Army Items Included in House Archives Exhibit

Jan. 13, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) has loaned several items from his tour of duty in the U.S. Army to the Pennsylvania House Archives. The items are now on display in an exhibit featuring former and current members of the House of Representatives who have served in the military.

Grove to Unleash the LIGER this Session

Jan. 13, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – As the incoming Republican chairman of the House Labor and Industry Committee, Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) will unleash the LIGER, Labor and Industry Government Efficiency Roundtable, this coming session.

Stender Receives Committee Assignments for 2025-26 Session

Jan. 10, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Michael Stender (R-Montour/Northumberland) announced he has been appointed to serve on the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Environmental Resources, Finance, and Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness committees for the 2025-26 Legislative Session.

Williams Appointed Republican Chairman of Government Oversight Committee

Jan. 10, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester) was appointed by House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) to serve as Republican chairman of the House Government Oversight Committee for the 2025-2026 House Session. The House Government Oversight Committee is empowered to conduct hearings at any place in the Commonwealth to investigate any matter referred to it.

Day Takes Oath of Office

Jan. 09, 2025 /

Day Takes Oath of Office

HARRISBURG – Rep. Gary Day (R-Lehigh) took the oath of office Tuesday to begin his term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Day was elected in November to serve a two-year term representing the 187th Legislative District.

Fink to Reintroduce Pension Reform Legislation

Jan. 09, 2025 /

HARRISBURG — Continuing her commitment to fiscal responsibility, Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) will soon reintroduce an initiative to reform the state pension system for members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Staats Appointed Republican Chairman of Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations Committee

Jan. 09, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Craig Staats (R-Bucks) has officially begun his service for the 2025-26 Legislative Session following his swearing-in on Jan. 7. Staats is pleased to announce his appointment as the Republican chairman of the newly created House Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations Committee, a critical position focused on improving communication and collaboration across Pennsylvania's various levels of government.

Kuzma Secures Seat on House Judiciary Committee

Jan. 09, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington) took the oath of office for his second term on Tuesday in the chamber of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and secured a seat on the powerful Judiciary Committee, among three others.

Kutz Appointed to Key House Committees

Jan. 09, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) was sworn-in to serve his second term as state representative for the 87th District on Tuesday. Upon taking the oath of office, he was assigned to serve on several key committees.

Anderson Appointed to Key House Committees

Jan. 08, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Marc Anderson (R-York) this week was appointed to serve on four important House committees: Education, Game and Fisheries, Human Services, and Labor and Industry.

Watro Announces House Committee Assignments

Jan. 08, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) this week was appointed to serve on the Education, Insurance, Local Government, Professional Licensure, and Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness committees in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2025-26 Legislative Session.

Rader Appointed to Chair House Committee

Jan. 08, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) this week was appointed to serve as Republican chair of the newly created Environmental and Natural Resources Protection Committee in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2025-26 Legislative Session.