Bernstine Applauds Senate Committee Approval of Markie’s Law Bill

Jun. 24, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) applauded Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Lisa Baker (R-Luzerne/Pike/Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) and members of the committee for unanimously passing his legislation that would preclude the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole from paroling an inmate at the expiration of his or her minimum sentence if the inmate was convicted of a violent offense or an obstruction of justice while incarcerated.

James’ Bill Providing Lifeline to Local Governments Receives House Support

Jun. 23, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation drafted by Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) to bridge the tax gap necessitated by COVID-19 received unanimous support in the House. The bill would authorize local governments to borrow money for two years, rather than just one year, so they can maintain operations.

House OKs Owlett Bill to Ensure Justice for Child Victims

Jun. 23, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – A bill to better support children who are victimized as they seek justice has passed the House and is now on its way to the state Senate, said Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter), prime sponsor of the measure.

House Republicans Elect New Leader

Jun. 22, 2020 /

As House Republican leadership has helped facilitate one of the most successful session periods in the modern history of the chamber, new leaders were elected today who reflect the next generation of voices to lead Pennsylvania’s House Republican Caucus.

Oberlander Becomes First Woman to Ascend to House Republican Whip Position

Jun. 22, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong/Forest) was chosen today to become the first woman to serve as Republican Caucus whip during leadership elections held at the state Capitol in Harrisburg. Oberlander succeeds Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin), who was selected as majority leader, and Majority Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster), who became Speaker of the House.

Causer Joins House Leadership as Policy Committee Chairman

Jun. 22, 2020 /

Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) has been selected by his peers to join the House Republican Leadership team by serving as chairman of the House Majority Policy Committee for the remainder of the 2019-20 legislative session.

Cutler Elected Speaker of the House

Jun. 22, 2020 /

Following a confirmation by the majority of members, Rep. Bryan Cutler (R-Peach Bottom) is the Speaker of Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives.

Helm, Pennsylvania Celebrate First Official Juneteenth National Freedom Day

Jun. 18, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – On Friday, June 19, 2020, Pennsylvania celebrates Juneteenth National Freedom Day for the first time as an officially recognized state holiday. House Bill 619, authored by Rep. Sue Helm (R-Dauphin/Lebanon), was passed by the governor last summer to officially designate the holiday.

28th Legislative District Office to Remain Open

Jun. 15, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – House Majority Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster County) today announced the district office of former Speaker of the House Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny)will remain open until a successor is elected in November.

House Committee Votes to Strengthen Police, Community Relationships

Jun. 15, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – As voices around the country call for action to grow relationships between law enforcement and the communities they protect and serve, today the House Judiciary Committee voted on two comprehensive bills dealing with the vetting and training of police officers.

Speaker Turzai: Reform Bills Unanimously Pass Judiciary Committee

Jun. 15, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Speaker of the House Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement in support of legislation passing the House Judiciary Committee unanimously today dealing with criminal justice reform and policing within our communities: