Klunk: Months Overdue COVID-19 Data Report Finally Released

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Despite numerous unneeded hurdles put in place by the Wolf administration, the Legislative Budget and Finance Commission (LBFC) released its report on the Department of Health’s COVID-19 death reporting, Rep. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover) announced today.

Causer, Owlett, Pickett Continue Push Toward Broadband Expansion

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – The House Consumer Affairs Committee today approved legislation authored by Reps. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter) and Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) to continue their push to bring much-needed broadband service to the Northern Tier.

Ecker Unveils Bill to Aid Fire Companies, Cut Red Tape

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – After hearing from local fire companies that were blindsided by fees and audits on fundraising efforts, Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) introduced legislation to aid volunteer fire companies by ensuring more money raised through fundraising actually goes to the companies.

Struzzi Legislation Would Level Playing Field for Local Broadcasters

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Ever-evolving technology now allows fans of local high school sports to follow their favorite teams nearly everywhere they go. State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) is hoping to level the playing field for broadcasters that want to make that possible, no matter the destination.

House Advances Cutler’s Call for Courts to Increase Transparency

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Ensuring that the voices of the people of Pennsylvania are not silenced by those who try to pay for access and influence, a key component of a package of legislation that would establish new rules for lobbyists in Harrisburg passed the House of Representatives today with bipartisan support.

Smooth Elections, Not So Fast

Nov. 10, 2021 / Press Release

Pennsylvania operates two election methods during every election: in-person voting and mail-in voting. While in-person voting went smoothly this past election, issues with mail-in voting still plague the Commonwealth. Prior to Election Day, we saw counties send out ballots and instructions which were inaccurate.

Metzgar: We Must Provide Effective Broadband Service to Everyone

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – As we continue to explore the best possible solutions to address the multitude of issues surrounding rural broadband, Rep. Carl Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) participated in a joint hearing with the House Consumer Affairs Committee and Senate Communications and Technology Committee on how residents in the Commonwealth can better perform their daily tasks.

Senate Committee Approves Kaufer Bill to Create Program to Help Veterans and Their Families

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Just in time for Veterans Day, the state Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee on Tuesday in Harrisburg approved a bill introduced by state Rep. Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne) designed to create a system to link veterans and their family members with programs and services specifically designed to meet their needs back in their local communities.