Reforming PASSHE Press Conference
Jan. 21, 2020 / Embed
Education Committee Chairman, Rep. Curt Sonney and members Meghan Schroeder and Jesse Topper make comments on a package of bills that will allow the Board of Governors to better manage the original 14 schools as a “public business” and to better keep the system sustainable for today’s world and Pennsylvania’s students.
PA House Fights Human Trafficking
Jan. 17, 2020 / Embed
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed several bills to strengthen PA's efforts to stop human trafficking.
Gregg Mace Resolution On House Floor
Jan. 14, 2020 / Embed
State Rep. Greg Rothman issues a touching tribute to long-time TV 27 sports caster Gregg Mace. During his tenure at the station, Mace covered everything from Carlisle High School’s basketball championships to the Phillies’ World Series victories in 1980 and 2008.
Rep. Seth Grove - Press Conference
Jan. 13, 2020 / Embed
A bipartisan group of lawmakers from the House and Senate will introduce a package of bills to reform how Medicaid services are provided.
Mehaffie Attends Dangerous Toys Press Conference
Nov. 22, 2019 / Embed
State Rep. Tom Mehaffie attends a press conference that pertains to dangerous toys, and hears the Annual Trouble in Toyland Report.
Small Business Tax Package Press Conference
Nov. 21, 2019 / Embed
On November 21, 2019, legislative members meet at a Small Business Press Conference in the hopes of eliminating disincentives for small business owners.
Voter Transparency Legislation Press Conference
Oct. 29, 2019 / Embed
To provide greater transparency for voters, state Reps. Matthew Dowling (R-Fayette/Somerset) and Justin Simmons (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) drafted legislation to eliminate the ability for all candidates for public office to cross-file their nomination petitions.
Voices in Support of Recognizing Applied Behavior Analysis Professionals
Oct. 23, 2019 / Embed
State Rep. Tom Mehaffie is the sponsor of House Bill 1900, which intends to expand applied behavior analysis (ABA) services in Pennsylvania and establish standards for those who claim to be qualified professionals. The Better Access to Treatment Act would create licensure for board-certified behavior analysts.
PA Local Solar Program Press Conference
Oct. 22, 2019 / Embed
A Solar Program conference is held in the Capitol Building.
House Bill 1344 Hate Crimes Press Conference
Oct. 22, 2019 / Embed
Discussion of a new “Hate Crimes” bill (HB 1344) that would make attacking someone with an intellectual or physical disability chargeable as a hate crime.