Sep. 17, 2026 /
![Walsh Releases Statement Regarding State’s “Rain Tax”]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) today released the following statement regarding an executive order signed by President Donald Trump to reverse federal stormwater managements fees, known as the “Rain Tax”:
Sep. 17, 2026 / Press Release
![Pugh Calls on Pennsylvania to Immediately Halt, Review Chesapeake Stormwater Mandates Following Federal Action]()
HARRISBURG – Following the federal government’s action to rescind Executive Order 13508, Chesapeake Bay Protection and Restoration, Rep. Brenda Pugh (R-Luzerne) today called on the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Shapiro administration to immediately halt and review Chesapeake Bay-related stormwater mandates.
Sep. 16, 2026 /
NORTH HUNTINGDON— Pennsylvania has the resources needed to deliver affordable, reliable energy, but regulatory barriers and misguided policies are preventing the Commonwealth from realizing its full potential, according to testimony presented Monday before the House Republican Policy Committee.
Sep. 16, 2026 /
![Public Hearing on Accountability, Justice in Second-Degree Murder Sentencing]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Brett Miller (R-Lancaster), and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Protecting Pennsylvania: Accountability and Justice in Second-Degree Murder Sentencing” to examine how Pennsylvania can establish a statutory second-degree murder sentencing framework that holds offenders accountable, protects the public, and gives victims’ families a meaningful voice.
Sep. 11, 2026 /
![O’Neal: House of Representatives Must Denounce Speaker McClinton’s Remarks]()
WASHINGTON – On the eve of the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, Speaker Joanna McClinton made disgusting remarks that seemed to blame that day on the political actions and policies of those she disagrees with, said Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington), who serves as the Republican Whip and issued this statement:
Sep. 11, 2026 /
![Rasel, Policy Committee to Host Hearing on Energy Affordability, Reliability]()
House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Brian Rasel (R-Westmoreland), and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Powering Pennsylvania: An Affordable, Reliable Energy Future” to examine how Pennsylvania can leverage its abundant coal and natural gas resources to lower energy costs, strengthen grid reliability and protect consumers from rising utility bills.
Sep. 11, 2026 /
![Topper Comments on 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks]()
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) today made the following statement regarding the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks:
Sep. 03, 2026 /
MECHANICSBURG— Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), convened a hearing Tuesday to examine Kutz’s Growth and Affordability Plan (GAP), a 10-bill package aimed at lowering costs for families and improving Pennsylvania’s economic competitiveness.
Sep. 02, 2026 /
ALTOONA—Rising energy costs are limiting business growth, straining workers, and driving up the price of goods throughout Pennsylvania, employers and industry leaders testified Thursday during a House Republican Policy Committee hearing hosted by Rep. Andrea Verobish (R-Blair).
Sep. 02, 2026 /
![Staats Calls on House Majority to Bring Women’s Sports Legislation Up for a Vote]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Craig Staats (R-Bucks) is calling on the House majority to bring legislation protecting women’s sports to the House floor after three bills addressing the issue have repeatedly been moved among committees without receiving a vote by the full House.
Sep. 01, 2026 /
![Reichard Bill to Protect Children, Strengthen Police Response to Indecent Exposure]()
WAYNESBORO – Sparked by a reported indecent exposure incident in a Washington Township park, Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) will soon introduce legislation granting police the power to make an on-scene arrest during such cases.
Sep. 01, 2026 /
![Diamond to Introduce Skill Game/Gaming Modernization Bills]()
JONESTOWN – With the deadline for the General Assembly to regulate skill games in Pennsylvania looming, Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) will soon introduce two pieces of legislation to legalize skill games and provide homeowners nearly $1 billion in additional property tax relief.
Sep. 01, 2026 /
![Wallen, Policy Committee to Host Hearing on Tick-borne Diseases in Pennsylvania]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Catherine Wallen (R-Adams/Cumberland), and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Ticked Off: Increasing Pennsylvanians’ Awareness of Tick-Borne Diseases” to examine the rise of tick-borne diseases in Pennsylvania and how the Legislature can promote access, awareness, and education surrounding this public health crisis.
Aug. 31, 2026 /
BEAVER COUNTY—Pennsylvania can lower electricity costs, strengthen grid reliability and attract new investment by expanding energy production, removing regulatory barriers and allowing energy sources to compete in the marketplace, testifiers told lawmakers Wednesday during a House Republican Policy Committee hearing.
Aug. 31, 2026 /
![Kutz, Policy Committee to Host Hearing on Making Pennsylvania More Affordable]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland), and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Closing the GAP: Making Pennsylvania More Affordable” to examine the Pennsylvania Growth and Affordability Plan (GAP), a legislative package focused on lowering costs for families and making Pennsylvania a more competitive place to live, work, and do business.
Aug. 28, 2026 /
![Heffley: House Human Services Committee Reviews Direct Service Provider Reimbursement Bill]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon), Republican chair of the House Human Services Committee, reports the committee held a hearing to discuss House Bill 1939. The bi-partisan bill would increase Medicaid reimbursement rates for direct support professionals (DSPs) serving individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.
Aug. 27, 2026 /
![Shapiro, PGC Conspire to Steal a Million Acres of Landowners Mineral Rights and Money]()
HARRISBURG – As I warned in my July 21 column, the state Senate and Democrat-controlled House at the last minute of passing the 2026-27 budget inserted a provision that would allow the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to keep drilling wells and collecting money on oil, gas, and mineral rights that belong to other people.
Aug. 26, 2026 /
![Public Hearing on Securing Pennsylvania’s Energy Future]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Andrea Verobish (R-Blair), and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Keeping Pennsylvania Moving: Addressing the Rising Cost of Energy” to examine how rising electricity and fuel costs affect Pennsylvania businesses, workers, and consumers.
Aug. 26, 2026 /
![Topper Calls on Shapiro Administration to Withdraw Oppressive Lockdown-Era Regulations]()
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) today called on the Shapiro administration to withdraw proposed regulations reminiscent of COVID lockdown-era government policy that would infringe upon constitutional norms and civil liberties.
Aug. 25, 2026 /
![Public Hearing on Securing Pennsylvania’s Energy Future]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), Rep. Roman Kozak (R-Beaver), and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Keeping the Lights On and Costs Down: Securing Pennsylvania’s Energy Future” to discuss policies to lower electricity costs, strengthen grid reliability and meet growing demand by expanding generation, modernizing infrastructure, building a skilled workforce, and removing regulatory and permitting barriers.