House Democrats want to talk about infant mortality but refuse to address the more than 800,000 deaths caused by abortions each year. Whether a baby dies from medical complications or abortion, the result is tragically the same. We must protect the lives of ALL babies.
Today, the House Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations Committee approved, on a party-line vote, an amendment stripping key historic substance from the "Day of the Bible" in Pennsylvania - House Resolution 278. This amendment, offered and approved by House Democrats, stripped the resolution entirely of its substance, denying the undoubted historical connection between The Bible and the founding of our nation, as well as Pennsylvania's role in publishing and preserving God's word.
While the General Assembly remains in a budget impasse, I have been busy working in District 94. Between hosting events, classes and scheduling town halls, there is no shortage of work to do. As you likely know, the push to eliminate school property taxes in PA is among my top priorities. Pennsylvania is nearing a fiscal cliff, so it's key this legislation is passed.
I offered an amendment to House Bill 1646. While it did not receive approval, I will continue pushing back on government interference and advocating for our small businesses through the amendment process.
The America First of Pennsylvania Caucus wishes you a happy Independence Day! God bless America!
The constitutionally mandated deadline to approve a state budget is less than a week away. While a deal between leaders in both chambers has not been reached yet, I wanted to remind you of the key forces at play. We need to cut spending to shield you from tax hikes.
We need to fix the grant writing process, so it's more accessible to everyday Pennsylvanians. House Bill 1560, which is aimed at helping municipalities, would use your taxpayer dollars to fund a new government program to address that problem. Growing government and spending more taxpayer resources is not the way to go.
Listen to why I voted "no" on House Bill 1549, a Democrat bill to raise the minimum wage. This legislation would kill Pennsylvania's mom and pop shops.
This session, I am sponsoring a package of bills to strengthen Pennsylvania's elections. House Bill 1160 would require random hand counting of a set number of precincts in each county.
This session, I am sponsoring a package of bills to strengthen Pennsylvania's elections. House Bill 1158 would designate Election Day as a state holiday, making it easier for Pennsylvanians to cast their votes.
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