May. 10, 2019 Download
A new Legislative Report Program with Rep. Kathy Rapp (R-Warren, Forest & Crawford) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. Topics discussed in this week’s program include:
• Legislation to Provide Expecting Mothers Vital Information on Complicated Pregnancies
• House Considering Bill to Prevent Abortion Due Solely to Down Syndrome Diagnosis
• Upcoming Health Committee Action on Opioid Abuse Legislation – New Hearings on Marijuana Legalization
May. 07, 2019 Download
In a victory for both students and taxpayers, the Pennsylvania House on Tuesday approved legislation to enhance a vital school choice program in the Commonwealth. House Bill 800 would expand Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program with $100 million in additional tax credits for scholarship organizations. Additionally, it includes an automatic escalator that would increase the funding for these scholarships by 10% in any year that 90% of the credits are claimed, allowing the program to grow to meet demand. Representative Matt Gabler (R-Clearfield & Elk) supported the legislation and said the expansion will help to allow more students to access the educational programs they need.
May. 07, 2019 Download
Legislation that would create the offense of sexual extortion has been introduced in Harrisburg. House Bill 1402, sponsored by Rep. Tedd Nesbit (R-Butler, Mercer), would make it illegal to coerce an individual to engage in sexual conduct or create images or recordings of a sexual nature. Nesbit said people need to know that they have the full support of the law when someone tries to blackmail them into performing or recording a sexual act.
May. 06, 2019 Download
Hundreds of nuclear power and construction trade workers rallied at the state capitol Monday in support of legislation that would help to prevent the premature and permanent closure of Pennsylvania’s nuclear power generation plants. The bill would update the Pennsylvania Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act to recognize nuclear energy for its significant contribution to the state’s zero-carbon energy production, help control future electricity costs for consumers and ensure that existing nuclear power plants remain a viable source for Pennsylvania’s base load electricity supply. Cosponsor of the bill Rep. Dave Millard (R-Columbia), addressed workers at the event.
May. 06, 2019 Download
Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) spoke Monday, May 6, at a rally in support of House Bill 11, which he sponsored. House Bill 11 would recognize the nuclear industry as a creator of carbon-free energy.
May. 03, 2019 Download
The weekly Legislative Report Program with Rep. Martin Causer (R-McKean, Potter & Cameron) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. This brief public affairs report may be used in its entirety or edited for actualities to use in state government news coverage. Topics discussed in this week’s program include: Good news for the PA Budget and PA Taxpayers as state revenues run ahead of predictions; Lawmakers strive to Upgrade PA and improve state government by repealing out of date laws and regulations; May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month in PA; Veterans Assistance Hours to be held; 53rd Annual Potter-Tioga Maple Festival slated for this weekend in Coudersport.
May. 03, 2019 Download
The weekly Legislative Report Program with Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R- Lehigh & Berks) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. This brief public affairs report may be used in its entirety or edited for actualities to use in state government news coverage. Topics discussed in this week’s program include: Good news for the PA Budget and PA Taxpayers as state revenues run ahead of predictions; PA Lawmakers strive to Upgrade PA by repealing out of date laws and government regulations; May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month in PA, residents urged to take precautions.
May. 02, 2019 Download
The Legislative Report Program with Rep. Matthew Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. Topics discussed in this week’s program include: Local students participating in the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing” contest visit the state capitol; The 2018 Bituminous Coal Queen, Holly Lesko, visits the state capitol; Details available on upcoming Veterans Picnics and Ceremonies.
May. 01, 2019 Download
House Republicans held the line on state spending over multiple budget cycles, and now those smart fiscal policies are paying off. The House Appropriations Committee has reported revenue collections for the month of April exceeded $4.4 billion, over $465 million more than the Department of Revenue’s official estimate. Majority Leader Bryan Cutler(R-Lancaster) said smart fiscal management and efforts to prevent tax increases have resulted in an advantageous position for the Commonwealth.
May. 01, 2019 Download
House Republicans held the line on state spending over multiple budget cycles, and now those smart fiscal policies are paying off. The House Appropriations Committee has reported revenue collections for the month of April exceeded $4.4 billion, over $465 million more than the Department of Revenue’s official estimate. Majority Appropriations Chair Stan Saylor (R-York) said he hopes lawmakers continue down the path that will lead to the Commonwealth’s financial prosperity.