Proposes ‘data broker’ registration, easier opt-out process Read more
“This major state funding initiative will bring needed infrastructure and safety investments to existing rail lines, potentially allowing for more freight and passenger service to areas like Johnstown and Cambria County,” Burns said. “The railroad has a rich history in our region, and I’m hopeful this major investment will keep that history going forward – and offer new opportunities for businesses and industry in our region.” Read more
Legislation stems from Johnstown charter amendment incident Read more
Funding to help probation, parole and education programs Read more
"While going door to door to talk with residents in our community, many families voiced concerns about public safety after a string of recent, high-profile crimes," Burns said. "Crime and violence are very real concerns and, given the recent school shooting in Texas and several violent events locally in schools, this funding could not be more timely. I urge area school districts to apply." Read more
LIHEAP extended through mid-June Read more
Crime in Johnstown is out of control, yet Rep. Burns has seen no plan to hire more police using the unprecedented millions of federal dollars gifted to the city. It’s time for the priority list to change. Read more
HARRISBURG, May 16 – After learning the City of Johnstown spent thousands of dollars in city funds to advocate for changes to the city charter on the November ballot, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, is moving to introduce legislation that would ban the use of public funds to influence voters on election ballot questions. “I was appalled when I discovered that there is nothing in law explicitly preventing local governments from spending public tax dollars to influence voters on a ballot question – even when that question directly affects that government entity,” Burns said. “To me this is a clear conflict of interest, one which only furthers the distrust some people have in our public institutions. It’s clear these activities need to end.” Earlier this year, the City of Johnstown was fined $500 for failing to report campaign expenses related to mailers that called on voters to approve several ballot questions. According to reports , shortly before the 2021 general election, then-interim City Manager Dan Penatzer used approximately $2,600 in taxpayer money to send 9,544 mailers urging residents to “Vote YES to Charter Amendments!” that appeared on the ballot. One of the charter amendments in question sought to allow a city manager to live outside city limits. “Local governments and public officials should not be using public dollars to campaign, especially when it relates to questions that impact that Read more
Pennsylvania’s constitution prohibits people convicted of ‘embezzlement of public moneys, bribery, perjury or other infamous crime’ from serving in the legislature. Read more
Bills will support, enhance landbank programs Read more
Projects will relocate Shaft Road, improve streets in Portage Read more
Funding will help pay for equipment, support, scholarships, and internships Read more
Project will connect downtown to Westmont-Hilltop Junior-Senior High Read more
Vision 2025 CEO also introduced landlord to state Department of Human Services two months ago Read more
Increasing government transparency should be an ongoing endeavor – not an effort that stops with my bill. Read more
Bill will prevent public agencies from running out the clock on requests Read more
Resolutions call for action to promote energy independence Read more
Policymaking nonprofit urged to embrace full transparency Read more
Urges families to RSVP today, includes free lunch, crafts, information Read more
Funding to support direct care workers impacted by pandemic Read more
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