Government

Yaw to Host Constituent Outreaches in Susquehanna County

March 20, 2013

A representative from state Sen. Gene Yaw's office will be at the Great Bend-Hallstead Public Library on Wednesday, April 17th from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. more»

Yaw to Host Constituent Outreach in Union County

March 20, 2013

A representative from state Sen. Gene Yaw’s office will be holding an outreach at the Union County Government Center from 10:30 until 11:30 am on Wednesday, April 3rd. 

Should Pennsylvania Be in the Liquor Business?

9 weeks 1 day ago
December 1933, more than 1,000 store clerks are hired for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, the first merit system employees ever hired in the commonwealth. In 1934, the first stores are opened. (Photo courtesy of PLCB).

Pennsylvania took a historic step toward reforming its liquor system when the House of Representatives Committee on Liquor Control approved Governor Corbett’s plan. more»

PA Rural-Urban Leadership Program Seeks Applicants

9 weeks 1 day ago
RULE/PALP Alums volunteering at the PA Livestock Association Booth at the 2013 Farm Show.

The Pennsylvania Rural-Urban Leadership (RULE) program, a two-year leadership development initiative, is seeking applicants interested in becoming members of the program's 15th class, according to State Senator Gene Yaw (R-Lycoming). more»

Rural-Urban Leadership Program RULE Seeks Local Leaders

March 19, 2013

The Pennsylvania Rural-Urban Leadership RULE program, a two-year leadership development initiative, is seeking applicants interested in becoming members of the program's 15th class, according to State Senator Gene Yaw (R-Lycoming).

Williamsport Mayor Wants Grad School in Downtown

9 weeks 2 days ago

In an effort to continue the renassiance in downtown Williamsport, Mayor Gabe Campana has had productive discussions with several accrediated universities about establishing a downtown graduate school offering Master’s and Doctorate degrees. more»

PennDOT to Aid State, Municipal Police in Aggressive-Driving Enforcement

9 weeks 2 days ago

PennDOT today announced that part of its statewide investment of federal funds will help municipal and state police to crack down on aggressive driving behaviors such as speeding, tailgating and running red lights. more»

Entrepreneurial Opportunity Bill to Allow Private Sales of Wine and Liquor Clears House Committee

March 18, 2013

HARRISBURG – Today the House Liquor Control Committee voted in favor of legislation, House Bill 790 sponsored by House Majority Leader Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny), aimed at reforming the way alcoholic beverages are sold in Pennsylvania. more»

Brookville's Open Carry Walk, Reaffirming Significance of 2nd Amendment

March 18, 2013

Remarks:

Mr. Speaker: This weekend I had the honor of joining hundreds of fellow Americans at an open carry walk in Brookville, Pennsylvania, which is located in the 5th District. more»

Brookville's Open Carry Walk, Reaffirming Significance of 2nd Amendment

March 18, 2013

Remarks:

Mr. Speaker: This weekend I had the honor of joining hundreds of fellow Americans at an open carry walk in Brookville, Pennsylvania, which is located in the 5th District. more»

Committee Hearing Scheduled to Discuss Quiet Title Bill

March 18, 2013

The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee will hold a public hearing on legislation to help landowners address antiquated title problems related to subsurface ownership.

Foreign Affairs Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats

Hearing: Cyber Attacks: An Unprecedented Threat to U.S. National Security

Witnesses: more»

Foreign Affairs Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats

Hearing: Cyber Attacks: An Unprecedented Threat to U.S. National Security

Witnesses: more»

Foreign Affairs Committee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Foreign Affairs Full Committee

Hearing: Crisis in Syria: The U.S. Response

Witnesses: more»

Foreign Affairs Committee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Foreign Affairs Full Committee

Hearing: Crisis in Syria: The U.S. Response

Witnesses: more»

Judiciary Subcommittee Legislative Mark-Up

March 18, 2013

Judiciary Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust Law

Mark-Up: more»

Judiciary Subcommittee Legislative Mark-Up

March 18, 2013

Judiciary Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust Law

Mark-Up: more»

Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet

Hearing: The Register's Call for Updates to U.S. Copyright Law

Witnesses:

  • The Honorable Maria Pallants, Register of Copyrights, United States Copyright Office

Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet

Hearing: The Register's Call for Updates to U.S. Copyright Law

Witnesses:

  • The Honorable Maria Pallants, Register of Copyrights, United States Copyright Office

Judiciary Committee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Judiciary Full Committee

Hearing: The Release of Criminal Detainees by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: Policr or Politics?

Witnesses:

  • The Honorable John Morton, Director, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Judiciary Committee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Judiciary Full Committee

Hearing: The Release of Criminal Detainees by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement: Policr or Politics?

Witnesses:

  • The Honorable John Morton, Director, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Homeland Security Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Security

Hearing: Measuring Outcomes to Understand the State of Border Security

Witnesses: more»

Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Homeland Security Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Security

Hearing: Measuring Outcomes to Understand the State of Border Security

Witnesses: more»

Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications

Hearing: Homeland Security Grants: Measuring Our Investments

Witnesses: more»

Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing

March 18, 2013

Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications

Hearing: Homeland Security Grants: Measuring Our Investments

Witnesses: more»

House Passes the Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills Act

March 15, 2013

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Glenn 'GT' Thompson, Co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Career and Technical Education (CTE) Caucus, delivered remarks in support of H.R. 803, the Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills (SKILLS) Act, which passed the U.S. House today by a vote of 215-202. 

Remarks: more»

House Passes the Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills Act

March 15, 2013

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Glenn 'GT' Thompson, Co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Career and Technical Education (CTE) Caucus, delivered remarks in support of H.R. 803, the Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills (SKILLS) Act, which passed the U.S. House today by a vote of 215-202. 

Remarks: more»

Legislation could level playing field for independent, community pharmacies

9 weeks 6 days ago

REPS. MARINO, CHU INTRODUCE BILL TO HELP HOMETOWN, INDEPENDENT PHARMACIES

U.S. Representatives Tom Marino (R-PA) and Judy Chu (D-CA) introduced legislation yesterday that would level the playing field for independent, community pharmacies across the country. more»

Marino emphasizes need for stronger safety measures

9 weeks 6 days ago

REP. CALLS ON BUREAU OF PRISONS TO MAKE IMPROVEMENTS

U.S. Representative Tom Marino (R-PA) sent a letter to Bureau of Prisons Director Charles Samuels, urging a comprehensive overview of all policies impacting the safety of federal corrections officers, as well as a reevaluation of policies pertaining to the recruitment and retention of officers. more»

Rep. Calls on Bureau of Prisons to Make Improvements

March 15, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 15, 2013

Marino, long supporter of law enforcement, emphasizes need for stronger safety measures more»

Rep. Calls on Bureau of Prisons to Make Improvements

March 15, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 15, 2013

Marino, long supporter of law enforcement, emphasizes need for stronger safety measures more»

Reps. Marino, Chu Introduce Bill to Help Hometown Pharmacies

March 15, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 15, 2013

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Tom Marino (R-PA) and Judy Chu (D-CA) introduced legislation yesterday that would level the playing field for independent, community pharmacies across the country. more»

Reps. Marino, Chu Introduce Bill to Help Hometown Pharmacies

March 15, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 15, 2013

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Tom Marino (R-PA) and Judy Chu (D-CA) introduced legislation yesterday that would level the playing field for independent, community pharmacies across the country. more»

Senator Scarnati Opens District Office in Kane

March 14, 2013

A State Senate district office to serve residents of the 25th Senatorial District is now open in Kane, according to Senator Joe Scarnati (R-Jefferson). more»

Committee Hearing Scheduled to Discuss Quiet Title Bill

March 13, 2013

The Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee will hold a public hearing on legislation to help landowners address antiquated title problems related to subsurface ownership.

Thompson Agriculture Subcommittee Examines National Forest System Management and Its Impact on Rural Economies

March 13, 2013

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Glenn 'GT' Thompson, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy, and Forestry, held a public hearing to examine how the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is managing the National Forest System (NFS) and how this management affects rural communities. more»

Thompson Agriculture Subcommittee Examines National Forest System Management and Its Impact on Rural Economies

March 13, 2013

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Glenn 'GT' Thompson, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee's Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy, and Forestry, held a public hearing to examine how the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is managing the National Forest System (NFS) and how this management affects rural communities. more»

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