Permitting Reform Needed to Kickstart Economic Growth, Says Kail

Mar. 22, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) hosted a hearing titled “Obstacles to Opportunity: Pennsylvania’s Permitting Process” to hear the challenges of the Commonwealth’s permitting process and explore possible solutions.

State-Related Universities Budget Hearing Wrap

Mar. 21, 2023 /

On March 21st, 2023, President Brenda A. Allen, (Lincoln University), President Neeli Bendapudi, Ph.D., (Penn State University), Chancellor Dr. Patrick D. Gallagher, (University of Pittsburgh), and President Dr. Jason Wingard, (Temple University) appeared before the House Appropriations Committee. House Republicans focused on the cost of tuition, where tax dollars are spent, and how the Universities are meeting the needs of the workforce. Additional topics covered include the management of university hospitals, transparency, safety of students, and performance-based budgeting.

Department of Education Budget Hearing Wrap

Mar. 21, 2023 /

On March 20, 2023, Acting Education Secretary Dr. Khalid N Mumin appeared before the House Appropriations Committee to defend the governor’s budget proposal. House Republicans focused on Oversight and Accountability of state dollars, starting with ensuring the money we send to school districts shows results – in test scores, physical school improvements, and safety of students and faculty. A variety of policy initiatives were discussed, from Lifeline Scholarships, pupil transportation, the EITC program, and early intervention programs.

Grove Previews Budget Hearings

Mar. 16, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove previewed the upcoming PA budget hearings Wednesday, stressing the importance of oversight and accountability when it comes to the budget process in Pennsylvania.

Schmitt Announces Committee Assignments

Mar. 14, 2023 /

ALTOONA – Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has been appointed to serve on three committees, including the House Appropriations Committee, in the Pennsylvania House of Representative for the 2023-24 session.

Rep. Metzgar: Process to Address Broadband Connectivity Kicks Off

Mar. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – As the House Republican designee for the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority, Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset) announced today that Michael Baker International, a Pittsburgh-based company, was unanimously named the entity to help the Authority maximize the effectiveness and amount of all federal funds to be received by the Commonwealth for broadband buildout in rural areas.

Scialabba Receives Committee Assignments for New Session

Mar. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG –Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) announced she has been appointed to serve on the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness, Education, and Housing and Community Development committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Rader Announces House Committee Assignments

Mar. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) this week was appointed to serve on the Finance, Local Government, and Tourism and Economic and Recreational Development committees in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. He was also named Republican chairman of the Subcommittee on Boroughs under the House Local Government Committee.

Scheuren Announces Committee Assignments for 2023-24 Session

Mar. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG - Rep. Donna Scheuren (R-Montgomery) has been named to two standing committees within the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2023-24 Legislative Session. They are the Commerce and Professional Licensure committees.

Mackenzie Receives House Committee Assignments

Mar. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Northampton/Montgomery) today announced that she has been appointed to serve on three House committees during the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Brown Hosts Policy Committee Hearing on Infrastructure, Transportation

Mar. 09, 2023 /

NEW CASTLE – Citing the impact transportation and infrastructure will have on Pennsylvania’s future, Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) hosted a Republican Policy Committee hearing at the Crane Room Grille in New Castle to highlight the current obstacles and potential solutions to these critical facets of everyday life.

Kuzma Appointed to Three Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington) today announced he was appointed to the Game and Fisheries, Local Government and Professional Licensure committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Gregory Named to 2023-24 Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) has been assigned to serve on three standing House committees during the 2023-24 Legislative Session: Agriculture & Rural Affairs, Gaming Oversight and Human Services. The committees provide legislative oversight and help shape the language in bills that fall under their areas of responsibility.