May. 10, 2023 /
![Gaydos Introduces Equity in Education Legislation]()
HARRISBURG – Legislation that would require school districts to begin to compile information listing the number of gifted children has been introduced by Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny).
May. 09, 2023 /
![Grove to Offer Media Briefing on PA Budget]()
WHAT: Republican Appropriations Chairman, Seth Grove (R-York), will offer a media briefing covering current state revenues and the structural deficit, budget reform legislation, and follow-up from budget hearings, including – Property Tax and Rent Rebate program changes and the 911 fee proposal.
May. 09, 2023 /
![Williams’ Hearing Highlights Fight to Fund Equipment for Law Enforcement to Combat Philadelphia’s Criminals]()
HARRISBURG—Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester) argued for state funding to help the Commonwealth’s smaller police forces outfit their officers with body cameras and License Plate Recognition cameras at traffic lights to improve the apprehension of criminals in high-traffic communities like those in Delaware and Chester counties.
May. 05, 2023 /
![Warner Appointed to Key Education, Economic Development Posts]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) has been appointed to two key posts by leaders of the House of Representatives. He will serve as a member of the Basic Education Funding Commission and the Port of Pittsburgh Commission for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
May. 05, 2023 /
![Williams to Host Policy Hearing on Crime and Safety]()
WHAT: Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester) will host a Republican Policy Hearing on crime, restorative justice and keeping communities safe.
May. 04, 2023 /
![Schmitt Appointed to Head Subcommittees]()
ALTOONA – Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has been appointed to serve as the Republican chairman of three subcommittees, including the Subcommittee on Railroads under the House Transportation Committee.
May. 04, 2023 /
![Gaydos Opposes Discriminatory Legislation, Issues Statement]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) cast a “no” vote for House Bill 300. Gaydos issued the following statement regarding her vote:
May. 03, 2023 /
![Marcell Backs Resolution to Honor Emergency Dispatchers and Operators]()
HARRISBURG—Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) today supported a resolution to recognize the contributions of 911 operators.
May. 03, 2023 /
![House Republicans Make ‘Keystone Commitment’ to People of Pennsylvania]()
HARRISBURG – At a time when Pennsylvanians are suffering from the impacts of inflation, failing schools and economic uncertainty, the House Republican Leadership team announced the Keystone Commitment, a platform for success focusing on issues affecting all Pennsylvanians.
May. 03, 2023 /
![Rapp Speaks Out Against Bill Calling for Unlimited Fines on Hospitals Over Nurse Staffing Ratios]()
WARREN — Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Republican chair of the House Health Committee, voiced serious concerns about legislation that could hurt hospitals’ ability to care for patients. Rapp issued this statement following the House Health Committee public hearing:
May. 03, 2023 /
![Rowe, Policy Committee to Hold Hearing on Hospital Pricing Transparency]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Deputy Chair David Rowe (R-Snyder/Union) will host a hearing to discuss hospital pricing transparency.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Scialabba Releases Statement on Discrimination Bill]()
HARRISBURG –Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) issued the following statement regarding her “no” vote on House Bill 300.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Smith Vehemently Opposes Discriminatory Legislation]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) cast a no vote for House Bill 300, legislation Democrats have dubbed the “Fairness Act.” He issued this statement following the vote:
May. 02, 2023 /
![Brown Named to Committee Leadership Position]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) today announced that she has been appointed by House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) to serve as the chairman of the Subcommittee Chairman on Local Business under the House Commerce Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Gaydos Named to Liquor Committee Leadership Team]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) announced today she has been appointed by House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) to serve as the Republican secretary of the House Liquor Control Committee for a second term.
May. 02, 2023 /
![House Republican Leaders to Deliver Caucus Platform and Priorities]()
WHAT: Press Conference to announce House Republican Caucus platform and priorities.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Policy Committee Highlights Hurdles Within School Transportation]()
HARRISBURG – House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) held a hearing titled “Effective School Transportation for Our Drivers and Our Students” to discuss the obstacles the school transportation community faces.
May. 02, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) announced today that she has been appointed to serve as the Republican Secretary of the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Kail, Policy Committee to Hold Hearing on School Bus Transportation]()
WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) will host a hearing titled “Effective School Transportation for Our Drivers and Our Students” to discuss the obstacles to opportunity the school transportation community faces.
May. 01, 2023 /
![House Democrats Block Bernstine’s Transformative School Choice Amendment]()
HARRISBURG – State House Democrats today blocked an effort by Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) to drastically expand educational freedom in Pennsylvania.