Jul. 24, 2023 /
![Wentling Appointed to House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) has been appointed to serve on the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Environmental Resources and Energy Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
Jul. 24, 2023 /
![House Democrats, Shapiro Bear Responsibility for Budget Impasse]()
One of our biggest responsibilities as a Legislature is passing a budget for each fiscal year so our core services can receive proper funding.
Jul. 20, 2023 /
![Grove Comments on Great Betrayal Budget Impasse, Funding for State-Related Universities]()
Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) held a briefing for members of the press on July 20, covering the Great Betrayal Budget Impasse and a path forward to funding state-related universities.
Jul. 19, 2023 /
![Causer to Host First EMS Task Force Meeting]()
HARRISBURG – Continuing the effort to find solutions to the state’s growing EMS crisis, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) will convene a meeting of the EMS Task Force on Thursday, July 27, starting at 6 p.m.
Jul. 18, 2023 /
![Flick Applauds Passage of Bill to Boost Playground Accessibility]()
HARRISBURG – Working to ensure all kids and their families can enjoy the benefits of play, Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) praised passage of a bill he co-prime sponsored to improve playground accessibility for children with disabilities.
Jul. 18, 2023 /
![Grove to Offer Media Briefing on Funding for State-Related Universities and the PA Budget Impasse]()
WHAT: Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) will offer a media briefing covering funding for the state-related universities and an update on the budget impasse.
Jul. 18, 2023 /
![Stender Disappointed with Overall Budget Outcome]()
HARRISBURG - Rep. Michael Stender (R-Northumberland/Montour) voted “no” on the $45.55 billion Fiscal Year 2023-24 state budget that was voted on by the House.
Jul. 18, 2023 /
![Short-Term Rentals Great for Tourism, but Proprietors Need Protections]()
We welcome thousands of visitors each year to the many sights and attractions here in Carbon County. For some residents, this is an opportunity to host out-of-town families – either as an Airbnb or a VRBO (vacation rental by owner).
Jul. 16, 2023 /
![Broken Trust]()
Imagine sitting in a car dealership and feeling pretty good about negotiating a great deal on a new-to-you used car. Strong valuation of your trade-in, low interest rate, and even some nice “freebies” thrown in by the dealership. The salesman has all the terms ready for you to sign, but suddenly gets a call to head to the back office. After returning, he slides the agreement across his desk, ready for your signature.
Jul. 13, 2023 /
![Push for Minimum Wage Hike…Again]()
The House of Representatives, which is now controlled by a one-vote Democratic majority, recently passed a bill that would increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour.
Jul. 12, 2023 /
![D’Orsie Named to Game and Fisheries Committee]()
HARRISBURG – In addition to serving on three committees, Rep. Joe D’Orsie has been appointed to his fourth – the House Game and Fisheries Committee. He’ll serve in this capacity for the remainder of the 2023-24 session.
Jul. 11, 2023 /
![Brown Appointed to House Finance Committee]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) was appointed to serve on the House Finance Committee in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
Jul. 11, 2023 /
![Heffley Votes ‘Yes’ to Increase Property Tax and Rent Relief]()
HARRISBURG – More eligible seniors and people with disabilities will be able to apply for property tax and rent rebates beginning in 2024, according to Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon).
Jul. 11, 2023 /
![Grimm Krupa Appointed to House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee]()
MCCLELLANDTOWN – Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) has been appointed to serve on the Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
Jul. 11, 2023 /
![The Death of a Budget Negotiation]()
In government, as in life, a person who cannot keep their word is a person not worth trusting.
Jul. 10, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) to establish a new state program that recognizes Pennsylvania’s fallen first responders passed unanimously in the House of Representatives last week. House Bill 358 now heads to the Senate for consideration.
Jul. 10, 2023 /
![Hogan Proposes Legislation to Create Recruitment, Retention Tax Credit for Firefighters, EMS Personnel]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Joe Hogan (R-Bucks) this month introduced legislation that would create a tax credit for firefighters and EMS personnel, to help recruit and retain their services in Pennsylvania.
Jul. 10, 2023 /
![Cabell’s Bill to Help Prevent Medicaid Fraud Advances]()
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) to help prevent fraud within the Medicaid program has been approved by the House Human Services Committee.
Jul. 10, 2023 /
![Failed Leadership Leads to Budget Impasse, Cook Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) issued the following statement about the status of the 2023-24 state budget, which appears headed for a prolonged impasse:
Jul. 10, 2023 /
![Stambaugh Appointed to House Transportation Committee]()
HARRISBURG—Rep. Perry Stambaugh (R-Perry/Juniata) has been appointed to the House Transportation Committee.