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  • Local Government

    Martin Responds to Shapiro’s New Carbon Tax Proposal

    HARRISBURG – Senator Scott Martin (R-Lancaster) issued the following statement today responding to Governor Josh Shapiro’s announcement that he would pursue a Pennsylvania carbon tax similar to the one ruled unconstitutional by the Commonwealth Court recently."For over a year, Senate Republicans have urged Governor Shapiro to set aside the disastrous Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) and pursue an energy strategy that puts Pennsylvania families and job-creators first and ensures we have a safe, reliable electricity grid," stated Senator Martin.He continued, "It...

  • Local Government

    Cutler Comments on Upcoming “Drag Queen Story Hour” at Lancaster Public Library

    House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) expressed his concerns regarding the upcoming "Drag Queen Story Hour" at the Lancaster Public Library, stating, "The Lancaster Public Library has lost its way and perhaps that is why it has lost significant donor support to further its operations. Instead of remaining neutral in some of the most divisive issues of our time, the Lancaster Public Library has clearly thrown its doors wide open for one exclusive set of values – one that is not reflective of the majority of our community. Whether it is in our public schools or...

  • Local Government

    Cutler: With Election Threats Task Force, Shapiro Entirely Misses the Point of Election Security

    House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) criticized the formation of an Election Threats Task Force by Gov. Josh Shapiro, led by Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt. Cutler stated, "The greatest threats to Pennsylvanians having confidence in our elections are a state Supreme Court that willfully refuses to follow the plain language of Pennsylvania’s election laws as enacted by the Pennsylvania General Assembly; a Pennsylvania Department of State that has a history of offering conflicting, confusing and last minute election guidance that purposefully sows...

  • Local Government

    Senators Condemn Lancaster City Council Decision That Threatens Safety of Lancaster County Residents

    Senators Ryan Aument, Scott Martin, and Chris Gebhard have issued a statement condemning the recent decision made by Lancaster City Council, which unanimously passed the Lancaster Trust Act. The act officially terminates the city's cooperation with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) except in specific circumstances. The senators expressed their deep concerns about the implications of this decision on the safety of Lancaster County residents.In their statement, the senators highlighted the potential dangers of non-cooperation with a federal law...

  • Local Government

    Cutler Applauds Local Fire and EMS Grants

    House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) has expressed his appreciation for the grants awarded to fire and emergency medical services (EMS) organizations in southern Lancaster County. Cutler emphasized the importance of supporting these critical community assets to ensure the safety of the community."Our fire and EMS personnel are the backbone of our community and they sacrifice their lives and well-being to help their neighbors. Providing state investment into these critical community assets helps ensure they have what they need to be prepared to take on the...

  • Local Government

    PA Senators Honor Penn State’s THON Fundraiser in the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer

    HARRISBURG – Senators Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), Cris Dush (R-25), and Scott Martin (R-13) have introduced a resolution in Pennsylvania to honor the annual THON fundraiser led by Penn State students. The resolution designates the week of February 12-18 as "THON Week" and recognizes the work of the 16,500 Penn State student volunteers who make the fundraiser possible.THON is a student-run philanthropy effort that provides emotional and financial support for families affected by childhood cancer through the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Health Children's Hospital....

  • Local Government

    House Republicans Focus on Getting Government Out of the Way of Business Creation During Entrepreneurship Week, Cutler Says

    In recognition of National Entrepreneurship Week, House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) announced that the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus will be prioritizing efforts to remove government obstacles to business creation. Cutler unveiled the Main Street Entrepreneurship Initiative legislative package, which aims to create a thriving economy by making it easier to do business in Pennsylvania and to attract job opportunities.Cutler emphasized the importance of competition and the need to invite opportunity for the state's economic growth. He stated, "Right...

  • Local Government

    YES Waterpower Project Faces Opposition from House Republican Leader Cutler

    House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) has expressed his concerns about the YES Waterpower Project at Cuffs Run, stating that it will have a detrimental impact on local communities. Cutler supports energy growth but believes that the project will negatively affect struggling family farms, residential areas, and decades of recreational development investment.In a statement, Cutler said, "Pennsylvania is a big enough state where we can find the appropriate balance between needed energy development and unnecessary local impacts. Unfortunately, the YES Waterpower...

  • Local Government

    Cutler Forms Artificial Intelligence Opportunity Task Force to Guide AI Legislative Policy

    House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler has announced the formation of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Opportunity Task Force, comprised of House Republican lawmakers. The task force aims to engage with experts and stakeholders to inform future legislative policy decisions regarding artificial intelligence. Cutler emphasizes the importance of addressing the ethical development of AI, as well as implementing appropriate safeguards.In a letter to several key figures, including Gov. Josh Shapiro and Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, Cutler highlights the need to strike a...

  • Local Government

    Cutler: Supreme Court Oversteps Authority in Abortion Ruling

    House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) has criticized the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's decision in Allegheny County Reproductive Health Center v. PA Department of Human Services, calling it an "activist decision" that oversteps the court's authority and changes well-settled law.In a statement, Cutler expressed his concerns about the implications of the court's decision: "Pennsylvania law already allows public funds to be used to pay for abortions in case of incest, rape or to protect the life of the mother. This decision, supported by only part of the...

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