Transportation Committee Advances Smith Legislation Allowing the Use of Safety Cables When Towing Vehicles

May. 22, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) today announced that the House Transportation Committee has approved his legislation to expand safety options for towing. House Bill 497 would allow the use of safety cables when towing vehicles. When two vehicles are connected by certain hitches or devices, current law requires safety chains to be equipped in order to prevent the tow bar from hitting the ground should the tow bar fail or become disconnected.

Struzzi Proposal Increases Community Safety

May. 19, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – With the perfect backdrop of National Police Week, state Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) is introducing legislation that addresses the expanded role played by the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) in the 21st Century.

Schmitt Introduces Legislation to Improve PA Rail Safety

May. 18, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Working to avert a hazardous ecological and economic manmade disaster as seen with the train derailment in neighboring Ohio, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has introduced legislation to increase safety on trains operating in Pennsylvania.

Rigby Joins Veterans Oversight Group

May. 17, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) has been appointed by Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton to serve during the 2023-24 Legislative Session on the Veterans’ Home Advisory Council assigned to the Hollidaysburg Veterans’ Home.

Flick Highlights Mental Health Awareness Month

May. 12, 2023 /

WILLIAMSPORT – State Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming) is highlighting May as Mental Health Awareness Month to take the opportunity to educate people about mental illness, fight the stigma surrounding it and provide support for those suffering with it.

House Steel Caucus Discusses Importance of Steel Industry

May. 12, 2023 /

WEST MIFFLIN – On Thursday, Reps. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) and Frank Burns (D-Cambria), co-chairs of the Pennsylvania House Steel Caucus, held a meeting of the Pennsylvania House Steel Caucus at U. S. Steel’s Mon Valley Works, Irvin Plant, to discuss relevant public policy issues and the findings of a new study measuring the economic impact of the steel industry in Pennsylvania.

Grove Comments on Economic, Policy Issues Heading into June

May. 11, 2023 /

Harrisburg – Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) held a briefing for members of the press on May 11th, to cover a variety of issues heading into June, the most active month in terms of the state budget.

Gaydos Introduces Equity in Education Legislation

May. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation that would require school districts to begin to compile information listing the number of gifted children has been introduced by Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny).

Grove to Offer Media Briefing on PA Budget

May. 09, 2023 /

WHAT: Republican Appropriations Chairman, Seth Grove (R-York), will offer a media briefing covering current state revenues and the structural deficit, budget reform legislation, and follow-up from budget hearings, including – Property Tax and Rent Rebate program changes and the 911 fee proposal.

Warner Appointed to Key Education, Economic Development Posts

May. 05, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) has been appointed to two key posts by leaders of the House of Representatives. He will serve as a member of the Basic Education Funding Commission and the Port of Pittsburgh Commission for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Schmitt Appointed to Head Subcommittees

May. 04, 2023 /

ALTOONA – Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has been appointed to serve as the Republican chairman of three subcommittees, including the Subcommittee on Railroads under the House Transportation Committee.