Senate Republican leaders have announced a resolution that calls on President Biden and other federal officials to take action against illegal immigration and protect American citizens. The resolution affirms Texas Governor Greg Abbott's authority to defend his state and its citizens in securing the southern border.The resolution, circulated by Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward, Majority Leader Joe Pittman, Appropriations Committee Chair Scott Martin, and Majority Whip Ryan P. Aument, also urges Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to support Governor Abbott's actions....
Washington, D.C. - Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) has voiced his support for the proposed integration and affiliation of Washington Health System (WHS) and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). In a letter addressed to Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan, Reschenthaler highlighted the challenges faced by rural hospitals across the country and emphasized the potential benefits of this partnership.Reschenthaler stated, "Rural hospitals across our nation face significant challenges, such as massive deficits driven by lower occupancy rates,...
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.
Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) and Representative Don Davis (D-NC) have introduced a resolution in support of tobacco harm reduction. The resolution, known as H.Res. 979, calls for the adoption of harm reduction methods and American innovation as part of a comprehensive approach to tobacco control.In a statement, Reschenthaler expressed concern about the negative impact of a potential ban on smoke-free nicotine products. He stated, "As Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls for a ban on smoke-free nicotine products, his misguided rhetoric will hurt public...
On January 29, 2024, a bill-signing ceremony was held in Harrisburg to celebrate the enactment of legislation that improves the law pertaining to dual enrollment programs. The bill, known as House Bill 1258, was co-prime sponsored by Rep. Jill Cooper, a freshman House of Representatives member from Westmoreland, and Rep. Stephen Kinsey, a Democrat from Philadelphia.The legislation eliminates the requirement that students enrolled in dual enrollment programs are removed from the school's average daily membership (ADM), which impacts state funding to local school districts....
The only price of diesel in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) and nine other colleagues from the Pennsylvania and New Jersey GOP Congressional Delegations have urged President Biden to withdraw the nomination of Adeel Abdullah Mangi to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. The lawmakers have raised concerns about Mangi's ties to a law school organization known for promoting radical and antisemitic views.Mangi served as a member of the Board of Advisors for the Center for Security, Race, and Rights at Rutgers Law School from 2019 to 2023. The Center has a history of amplifying...
Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) has announced that his staff will be holding mobile office hours at various locations throughout Pennsylvania's 14th Congressional District in February. The purpose of these office hours is to provide increased assistance to constituents who may be experiencing issues with federal agencies.During these mobile office sessions, constituents will have the opportunity to receive help with a range of issues, including Social Security and Medicare, federal grant funding, passports and visas, immigration and naturalization services,...
The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
The only price of diesel in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Westmoreland County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.
Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) emphasized the commitment of House Republicans to border security during an interview on Fox Business' Mornings with Maria. Reschenthaler highlighted the urgent need for action, stating, "Our number one priority is border security." He drew attention to the alarming statistics, stating that "we've got over 300 Americans every single day dying of fentanyl overdoses." Additionally, he pointed out that in 2023, "we had more illegal immigrants enter the country than we had births within the United States." Reschenthaler emphasized that...