House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) and other Pennsylvania House Republicans will discuss legislation to combat illegal immigration in the Commonwealth. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 17, at 10:30 a.m. at the Ryan Building Atrium, Pennsylvania State Capitol, Harrisburg.Media coverage is invited and encouraged, with media planning to attend required to RSVP and direct questions to Jason Gottesman at jgottesman@pahousegop.com. Live webstreaming will be available on PAHouseGOP.com.The Pennsylvania House Republicans aim to address the issue of...
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
HARRISBURG – Legislation that would create heightened penalties for individuals who make terroristic threats to a school passed today in the Senate, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20). Senate Bill 975 would establish new felony criminal penalties for falsely reporting emergency threats to any school or institution of higher education in Pennsylvania."In my district, nearly a dozen schools were plagued last year by anonymous threats this year resulting in closures and lost instruction time and hindered student progress," said Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20)."I spoke with...
On April 10, 2024, Rep. Mike Cabell and the Luzerne County Republican delegation have taken a significant step by signing the House discharge petition to push for a voter ID constitutional amendment to move out of committee and reach the full House of Representatives for a vote.Representative Cabell expressed frustration over the delay in advancing the voter ID constitutional amendment, stating, "This important constitutional amendment, that has enjoyed broad public bipartisan support, has needlessly been bottled up in committee for over a year and time is of the essence...
Representative Dane Watro from Luzerne/Schuylkill has announced a new legislative proposal that aims to provide tax relief to members of the Pennsylvania National Guard. The bill, once introduced, would exempt the income earned from their service from the state's Personal Income Tax (PIT).Watro, a U.S. Army veteran, emphasized the importance of recognizing the contributions of service members, stating, "It is the service and sacrifice of the brave individuals in our armed forces that ensure our country and communities stay safe and prosperous." He further added, “In honor...
Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne), along with the Luzerne County Republican delegation, including Reps. Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne), Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne), and Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill), announced Wednesday their signing of a House discharge petition. This petition aims to advance a voter ID constitutional amendment from committee to the full House of Representatives for an imminent vote.
Salem Township Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 has successfully acquired new air packs for its firefighters thanks to a $106,740 grant secured by Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. Cabell expressed his satisfaction in aiding the department, stating, “The department has applied for this funding for the past several years, with no success. So, I was more than happy to help with its grant request this time around. Because of the department’s current fiscal constraints and the high cost of firefighting equipment,...
The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.
Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) has announced the expansion of a program aimed at providing free assistance to area veterans at his district offices in Sugarloaf and Dallas. Starting in May, additional service days will be offered for veterans to seek help with benefits or inquire about entitled programs.The representative expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, "I am pleased to be able to add an extra service day every month when veterans can come in for help with benefits or ask questions about programs for which they are entitled." Cabell further emphasized...
State Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) is organizing a community shredding event on April 13 to help local residents protect themselves against identity theft. The event will take place at Crestwood High School in Mountain Top from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Residents can securely dispose of documents and mail containing personal and sensitive information."Year after year, residents eagerly anticipate the opportunity to safely dispose of their documents, which many save throughout the year," said Ryncavage. "In the spirit of spring cleaning, and as tax season is upon us,...
HARRISBURG – The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced two bills today focused on safer communities, according to the committee’s chair, Sen Lisa Baker (R-20). Senate Bill 920 would implement a statewide rape kit tracking system, allowing victims to go online and track the progress of the DNA evidence collected as part of their case. The bill implements the recommendations of Act 70 of 2022 requiring the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape, to conduct a study and report examining the resources required for a statewide...
The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.