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Setting Uniform Construction Permitting Standards Dec. 15, 2021 / The House last week voted to approve legislation which I cosponsored, bringing construction permitting in line with those of surrounding states.
Most Effective Economic Development Tool Also Best at Providing Educational Options Dec. 15, 2021 / A new report shows that tax credit programs supporting school choice opportunities is more effective at economic development than through traditional state grant and loan programs.
Lancaster Lawmakers Condemn PA DOH’s Threats Against Children Oct. 08, 2021 / Press Release HARRISBURG – The Lancaster GOP House Delegation, House Speaker Bryan Cutler (R-Peach Bottom) and Reps. Mindy Fee (R-Manheim), Keith J. Greiner (R-Upper Leacock), Dave Hickernell (R-West Donegal), Brett Miller (R-East Hempfield), Steve Mentzer (R-Lititz) and Dave Zimmerman (R-East Earl), are calling on the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) to cease sending letters to school children stating that they have determined the child has had a “close contact” with a person that has COVID-19 and if they do not do as the letter instructs then legal action will be taken against them.
Safeguarding Election Integrity – Part 2 Aug. 23, 2021 / This week, in my second of three articles, I will explain expanded voter rights, protections and access as part of House Bill 1300. The Pennsylvania Election Code will provide electors more opportunity to vote, as well as enhanced rights and protections when casting your ballot.