Gabler School Transportation Safety Bill Advances

Jun. 04, 2019 /

HARRISBURG - The state House today unanimously passed legislation authored by state Rep. Matt Gabler (R-Clearfield/Elk) that would allow school transportation vehicles that are smaller than school buses to include revolving and flashing yellow lights.

Wheeland Introduces Bill to Strengthen Voter ID Law

Jun. 04, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jeff Wheeland (R-Lycoming) to apply voter ID requirements to each and every election, including photo and non-photo options as acceptable forms of ID, has formally been introduced. House Bill 1579 was discussed at the House State Government Committee informational meeting today regarding voting and election issues.

House Approves Ortitay Bill to Assist Problem Gamblers

Jun. 04, 2019 /

HARRISBURG — The House today approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny) to help those who violate the casino or video game terminal (VGT) self-exclusion lists to obtain treatment for gambling addiction.

Mustello Sworn in to Serve 11th Legislative District

Jun. 04, 2019 /

Mustello Sworn in to Serve 11th Legislative District

HARRISBURG – Joined by family, friends and supporters, Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) was officially sworn into office today at the state Capitol to advocate for residents of the 11th Legislative District. Mustello is serving her first term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives after assuming office following a May 2019 special election.

Boback’s Impact Fee Bill Focus of Committee Meeting on Wednesday

Jun. 04, 2019 /

WHAT: Legislation sponsored by Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne/Lackawanna/Wyoming) that would amend how counties can use funds derived from the impact fee imposed on the Marcellus Shale industry will be the subject of an informational meeting conducted by the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. House Bill 781 would give county governments the flexibility to use impact fee funds for stormwater management as mandated by the federal Environmental Protection Agency.

Struzzi Health Care Legislation Passes House

Jun. 04, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – The House of Representatives today adopted legislation, authored by Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana), which would direct the Joint State Government Commission to study the impact of behavioral health treatment needs, and behavioral health care system capacity, on hospital emergency departments and patient health. Currently, no such study exists.

Oberlander Wins Passage of Bill to Ensure Safety of Human Donor Milk

Jun. 03, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Seeking to ensure that medically fragile newborns have access to life-saving nutrition, Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong/Forest) today secured House passage of her legislation to license and regulate human donor milk banks in Pennsylvania.

Lawmakers to Dedicate Vans to Provide Transportation for Vets

Jun. 03, 2019 /

WHAT: Seven vans will be dedicated during the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Van Transportation “Drive-Away” ceremony. The program provides free transportation to Veterans Affairs medical facilities for veterans’ VA health care appointments. The vans are driven by DAV volunteers.

Delozier Highlights Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation

May. 31, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Sheryl Delozier (R-Cumberland) today praised the Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation for its work extending no-interest and low-interest loans for equipment and services that help those with disabilities secure independence.

Delozier introduces Smart Probation and Parole Act

May. 30, 2019 /

HARRISBURG, May 30 – State Rep. Sheryl Delozier today introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at reforming Pennsylvania’s probation and parole system to reduce recidivism, lessen the workload on Pennsylvania’s counties and help formerly incarcerated individuals avoid technical pitfalls that keep them trapped within the system.