State Rep. Bryan Cutler | Pennsylvania 100th Legislative District
State Rep. Bryan Cutler | Pennsylvania 100th Legislative District
Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler has appointed Michaele Totino as the permanent Regulatory Review Administrator for the caucus. This move is part of a broader effort by House Republicans to enhance executive oversight and manage Pennsylvania's regulatory framework.
Cutler highlighted that the Independent Regulatory Review Commission recently identified numerous regulations that no longer serve the public interest. He emphasized, “Through the appointment of a Regulatory Review Administrator, Pennsylvania House Republicans will provide constant vigilance to ensure government is continuing to work for the people.”
The role of the Regulatory Review Administrator includes evaluating both existing and new regulations across state government platforms. Totino will collaborate directly with standing committees to assess regulations with an aim to reduce administrative burdens.
Cutler pointed out concerns regarding regulations such as those involved in Pennsylvania’s entrance into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which he believes could increase costs for residents by bypassing legislative authority. He stated, “Our Regulatory Review Administrator will work directly with standing committees to review regulations so as to minimize the burdens of an ever-increasing and largely unchecked administrative state.”
Attorney Totino brings experience from her previous roles at the Independent Regulatory Review Commission, Pennsylvania Senate, and Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Cutler expressed confidence in her abilities: “Her appointment as the caucus’ Regulatory Review Administrator will ensure the House Republican Caucus continues to deliver on the General Assembly’s core functions to legislate, appropriate and provide oversight of executive agencies.”
House State Government Committee Republican Chairman Brad Roae also commended Totino's hiring, stating she is well-suited for this position: “Attorney Totino is the perfect person for the position and will greatly enhance our efforts to rein in excessive regulations that make Pennsylvania less competitive.”
Totino is set to begin her duties immediately.
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