Op-Ed: Pennsylvania Budget Responsibly Manages Funds While Investing in Education, Our Most Vulnerable, and Job Growth

Jun. 28, 2021 /

As Pennsylvania returns to normal following a year of unprecedented isolation, restrictions, and life-altering measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important for state leaders to chart a responsible path toward stability, not only for today but also for tomorrow. With the passage of the 2021-22 fiscal year budget, the General Assembly has accomplished just that.

Oberlander Supports Responsible, Sustainable State Budget

Jun. 28, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – A 2021-22 state budget that meets current needs while looking ahead to fiscal challenges in future years garnered the support of Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong/Forest) last week at the state Capitol. The state budget package passed the House on Friday night and is expected to be signed by the governor in the coming days.

House Approves Sweeping Election Reform Measure, Owlett Says

Jun. 28, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – The House today approved a comprehensive election reform measure designed to ensure integrity and restore public trust in the state’s voting systems, said Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Bradford/Tioga/Potter), a co-sponsor of the bill.

Toohil Votes ‘Yes’ on State Budget and Boost in Education Funding

Jun. 25, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne) today joined a bipartisan majority of her colleagues in the House of Representatives in passing the 2021-22 state budget bill. The $39.78 billion proposal increases education funding to historic levels without raising taxes while making a record deposit into Pennsylvania’s Rainy Day Fund.

Lancaster GOP House Delegation Votes in Favor of Budget that Prioritizes Education While Saving Surplus Funds for the Future

Jun. 25, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – The Lancaster GOP House Delegation joined the majority of their colleagues today in voting in favor of a budget that will fully fund our schools and maintain government services for residents in accordance with the severe economic constraints facing our Commonwealth – mainly the current administration’s track record of spending more money than the Commonwealth receives in revenue.

Rader Supports No-Tax-Increase Budget and Boost in Education Funding

Jun. 25, 2021 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) today joined a bipartisan majority of his colleagues in the House of Representatives in passing the 2021-22 state budget bill. The $39.78 billion proposal increases education funding to historic levels without raising taxes while making a record deposit into Pennsylvania’s Rainy Day Fund.

Topper Issues Statement on Responsible Budget

Jun. 25, 2021 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – The General Assembly approved today a responsible budget that addresses the needs of today while planning for the future. In response, Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Franklin/Fulton), who sits on the House Appropriations Committee, which investigates yearly budget requests and creates budgets, issued the following statement:

Budget Proposal Good for Pennsylvanians, Stambaugh Says

Jun. 25, 2021 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – The $39.8 billion budget passed by the House of Representatives on Friday saves money for the future and invests in early childhood education, infrastructure, public schools and state police, according to Rep. Perry Stambaugh (R-Perry/Cumberland).

House Passes Budget, Paves Way for Economic Recovery, Moul Says

Jun. 25, 2021 / Press Release

HARRISBURG - Nearly one week shy of the state budget deadline, the House today passed a budget that fully funds the core functions of state government with no new taxes or fee increases. The 2021-22 budget includes $39.8 billion in General Fund revenues and more than $1 billion in federal pandemic relief funds. It will also set aside $2.5 billion in the state’s Rainy Day Fund, bringing it to a record $2.8 billion, and preserves more than $5 billion of federal relief funds to aid future budgets.

York County House Republicans Approve Responsible Budget

Jun. 25, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – The General Assembly today approved a responsible, no-tax-increase budget today that respects taxpayers – residents and business owners alike – who are still feeling the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the business closures. In response, York County House Republicans, which includes House Majority Appropriations Committee Chairman Stan Saylor (R-Red Lion), House State Government Committee Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover) and Reps. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover) and Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam), issued the following statement:

Sankey, Rigby Support Fiscally-Responsible State Budget Plan

Jun. 25, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Tommy Sankey (R-Osceola Mills) and Jim Rigby (R-Johnstown) today voted to support Senate Bill 255, the primary piece of legislation which makes up the 2021-22 state budget package. The bill, which passed by a 140-61 margin, now goes to the state Senate for consideration.

Millard Votes for No Tax Increase in 2021-22 Pennsylvania Budget

Jun. 25, 2021 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – Rep. David Millard (R-Columbia) today in Harrisburg voted for Senate Bill 255, the General Appropriations portion of the state budget, which was approved by the House of Representatives. The 2021-22 Pennsylvania budget would spend $39 billion in General Fund dollars, and $1 billion in federal relief funds, to fund the core functions of government services and invest in jobs, infrastructure and education, all while avoiding any new or increased taxes.