Oct. 30, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – The House of Representatives Monday approved legislation sponsored by Reps. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover) and Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) that would make the Commonwealth’s four state-related universities subject to the state’s Right-to-Know Law and increase transparency. The representatives issued the following statement after the vote:
Oct. 30, 2023 /
![Lawmakers Urge Consumers to Weigh in on Proposed Frontier Commonwealth Settlement]()
HARRISURG – Five Northern Tier lawmakers are encouraging customers of Frontier Commonwealth to weigh in on a proposed settlement agreement recently filed with the Public Utility Commission (PUC) by the Office of Consumer Advocate (OCA), Office of Small Business Advocate (OSBA) and Frontier.
Oct. 30, 2023 /
![Kail, Policy Committee to Hold Hearing to Discuss Democrats’ Disastrous Energy Policies]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) will host a hearing titled “Stopping Economic Disaster: The Democrats and their Green New Deal” to discuss the latest in a series of self-destructive energy policies being pushed by House Democrats.
Oct. 30, 2023 /
![Increased Well Setbacks Would Shut Down PA Energy Supply, Causer Says]()
HARRISBURG – Following a public hearing Monday on legislation that would drastically increase setback requirements for drilling natural gas wells, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), Republican chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, called the bill a threat to the state’s energy production, jobs and consumers.
Oct. 30, 2023 /
![Lawmakers, Advocates Highlight Democrats’ Disastrous Energy Policies]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), Republican Chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), energy advocates and others will highlight the Democrats’ self-destructive energy policies at a press conference and public hearing titled “Stopping Economic Disaster: The Democrats and their Green New Deal.”
Oct. 27, 2023 /
![D’Orsie Named Deputy Chairman of GOP Policy Committee]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Joe D’Orsie (R-Manchester) has been appointed a deputy chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee.
Oct. 25, 2023 /
![Cooper’s ‘Aging with Confidence’ Hearing Highlights Senior Concerns and Safety]()
MURRYSVILLE – During a House Republican Policy Committee hearing co-hosted by Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) and Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), testimony was received from local officials on the topics of guardianship, safety, and policies that can improve a senior’s well-being and dignity.
Oct. 25, 2023 /
![Warner, Grimm Krupa Host Policy Committee Hearing to Discuss Broadband, Cell Coverage Concerns for Fayette County, Rural PA]()
LEMONT FURNACE – Ongoing efforts to improve broadband and cellphone coverage for rural areas across the Commonwealth was the focus of a House Republican Policy Committee hearing Tuesday in Fayette County. The hearing was hosted by Reps. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) and Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette), along with committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington).
Oct. 24, 2023 /
![Roae Proposes Legislation to Eliminate School Board Conflict of Interest in Union Contracts]()
HARRISBURG — Rep. Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie) today introduced legislation to prevent school board members from voting on collective bargaining agreements if they have a conflict of interest.
Oct. 23, 2023 /
![House Republican Policy Committee to Hear Broadband Concerns]()
WHAT: Reps. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) and Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) will host the House Republican Policy Committee for a public hearing to discuss the critical need for rural broadband and cellphone coverage expansion, and to advocate for inclusive technological access and equitable opportunities for all communities.
Oct. 23, 2023 /
![Cooper, Policy Committee to Host ‘Aging with Confidence’ Hearing]()
WHAT: Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) will host a hearing of the House Republican Policy Committee to discuss topics of guardianship; safety matters, such as avoiding fraudulent scams that target seniors; and advocating for policies that will promote their well-being, autonomy and dignity.
Oct. 20, 2023 /
![Fink Hosts Policy Committee Hearing on Lucky Road Bridge; Repair Date Advanced Two Years]()
HARRISBURG — Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) convened a hearing of the House Republican Policy Committee Thursday in Chanceford Township to discuss a 107-year-old bridge in her district, as well as the broad community impact of PennDOT projects.
Oct. 19, 2023 /
![With Bipartisan Support, Key EMS Support Legislation Heads to Governor’s Desk, Says Struzzi]()
HARRISBURG – Residents in Pennsylvania’s rural communities and the medical professionals who serve them face significant challenges. State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) and his House colleagues are on the verge of addressing one of those key issues.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
![Moving Primary Forward is Imprudent, Cutler Says]()
HARRISBURG – House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) said Wednesday it is too late to move the 2024 General Primary Election forward and efforts to do so should end.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
![Bill to Boost Reimbursements for EMS Heads to Governor’s Desk, Causer Says]()
HARRISBURG – Emergency medical services (EMS) companies across the Commonwealth would see a significant boost in reimbursement rates under legislation approved by the state House and sent to the governor’s desk today, said Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter).
Oct. 18, 2023 /
![House Passes Mako Bill to Help End Shortage of Barber Instructors]()
HARRISBURG – The House today approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton) to address the lack of barber-teachers in Pennsylvania.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
![Watro’s Bill to Help Veterans Obtain Emergency Medical Services Licenses Heads to Governor’s Desk]()
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) to streamline the professional licensing process for veterans seeking a civilian emergency medical services career in Pennsylvania passed unanimously in the Senate today. House Bill 404 now goes to the governor’s desk to be signed into law.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
![Rapp Announces Bills to Boost Access to Dental Care Pass House Health Committee]()
WARREN — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, announced the committee approved two bills to boost access to dental care in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1417 would restore dental coverage for Medical Assistance recipients. House Bill 1585 would establish access and coverage for teledentistry in Pennsylvania.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
![Fink, Policy Committee to Hold Hearing on Community Impact of PennDOT Issues and Bridge Closures]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee member Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) will host a hearing to discuss the community impact of PennDOT issues and bridge closures, including the Lucky Road bridge.
Oct. 18, 2023 /
![Borowicz, Mastriano to Host News Conference Supporting Israel and its People Following Hamas Terrorist Attacks]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R- Clinton/Union) and Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33), chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee, will host a news conference Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 2 p.m. in the Rotunda of the state Capitol in Harrisburg to show support for Israel and its people following the barbaric terror attacks upon civilians perpetrated by Hamas.