Causer Bill to Boost Plugging of Orphan Wells Earns Committee Approval

Jun. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Recognizing the high volume of abandoned or “orphaned” oil and gas wells across the Commonwealth, the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee on Tuesday approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) that aims to boost the plugging of those wells.

Lawmakers Highlight Continued Efforts to Cut Red Tape

Jun. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Continuing to lead the way on regulatory reform and getting government out of the way, House Republicans on Tuesday highlighted their latest effort to cut red tape in the form of a package of bills that would empower local governments to better maintain their creeks and streams to protect lives and livelihoods from flooding.

Gregory Questions Steps Taken to Support Sexual Abuse Survivors

Jun. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) has sent a letter to the Pennsylvania Department of State reminding its acting secretary of publication requirements to give November’s voters an opportunity to open a two-year window in which survivors of childhood sexual abuse can file lawsuits against perpetrators.

Ortitay to Lead Hearing on Blockchain Technology

Jun. 07, 2022 /

WHAT: Rep. Jason Ortitay (R-Washington/Allegheny), chair of the House State Government Subcommittee on Government Operations, will lead a joint subcommittee public hearing with the Senate Communications and Technology Committee on blockchain technology and its impact on government operations.

Causer Calls for Action to Support, Preserve Vital EMS Services

Jun. 06, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Surrounded by fellow lawmakers and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel from across the state, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) called for action Monday to address the crisis threatening the state’s entire EMS system.

Republican Lawmakers Continue to Cut Government Red Tape

Jun. 06, 2022 /

WHAT: House Republicans have continually led the way on regulatory reform and getting government out of the way. On Tuesday, House Republican leaders and lawmakers will talk about their latest effort to cut red tape. The event will highlight a package of bills scheduled for House consideration this week that will empower local governments to better maintain their creeks and streams to protect lives and livelihoods from flooding.

House Committee Advances Armanini Environment-Related Bills

May. 26, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – An eight-bill package of legislation designed to help municipalities maintain local waterways has been passed by the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. Included in the package is House Bill 2408, legislation authored by state Rep. Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) which passed predominately on a party-line vote.

House Consumer Affairs Committee Holds Public Hearing on Mercuri’s Data Privacy Legislation

May. 26, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – As efforts continue to protect every Pennsylvanian’s personal data, the House Consumer Affairs Committee held a public hearing on Wednesday to discuss Rep. Rob Mercuri’s (R-Allegheny) legislation which would require larger companies and personal information aggregators (i.e., big tech) to share more information with consumers about what data of theirs is gathered, tracked and sold.

House Approves Owlett Bill to Help with Medical Assistance Costs

May. 26, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation to clarify that private insurance – rather than taxpayer-funded Medical Assistance – must be used, if available, to cover a child’s health care needs earned approval Tuesday by the state House, said Rep. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford/Potter), prime sponsor of the measure.