Program for local schools made possible thanks to state grant Read more
Legislation would provide relief to seniors by expanding video gaming Read more
Legislation crucial to help save small businesses Read more
Materials from a House Democratic Policy Committee public hearing hosted by State Rep. Frank Burns. Read more
Funding will promote continued growth of outdoor recreation Read more
Lawmaker worked to make grant program more inclusive for rural companies Read more
EBENSBURG, Oct. 7 – State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, announced today that he will host a House Democratic Policy Committee public hearing on video gaming terminals and skill games in Pennsylvania. The hearing will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 at Ebensburg Borough Building, 300 West High St., Ebensburg. The media and public can also watch the livestream at www.pahouse.com/live . Requested by Burns, the hearing will feature testimony about the lay of the land for VGTs and skill games, including how much revenue could be generated for the state and appropriate regulations. He will be joined by HDPC Chair Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster, and other committee members. Testifiers will include: Jeff Fisher , director, Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement, Pennsylvania State Police. Capt. James Jones , administrative division director in Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement, Pennsylvania State Police. Rich Teitelbaum , president of Pennsylvania Video Gaming Association and owner of Lendell Vending Inc. Brent Myers , secretary of Pennsylvania Video Gaming Association and owner of Venture Gaming/Pro ATM. Rick Goodling , compliance supervisor, Pace-O-Matic. Paul Myers , owner, Myers Games & Amusements. Following the hearing, testimonies and full hearing video will be posted at www.pahouse.com/policycommittee . Read more
Grant will fund treatment system for mine discharge Read more
Changes ease restrictions on crowd sizes at sports, concerts, other events Read more
Bill would substantially overhaul license system for first time since Prohibition Read more
Project includes parking, play equipment, landscaping and other improvements Read more
Lawmaker says he is ‘deeply disappointed’ veto override failed Read more
Rep. Burns urges people to know their rights, firearm rules and regulations Read more
Lawmaker said House should meet this week so parents can be in stands Friday Read more
State rep. urges organizations to apply, says his office is ready to help Read more
Grant made possible by donations from Pennsylvanians Read more
Historic Loretto building approaching its 200th anniversary Read more
Lawmaker called for easing of restrictions in July Read more
EBENSBURG, Sept. 4 – State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, today announced that two local alcohol education programs have been selected to receive a combined $80,000 in state grants. “These programs will help educate area youth on the dangers of underage drinking and continue to promote good moral values in our communities,” Burns said. “This is just another example of how I’m working to support youth programs to prepare our children for the world ahead of them.” The state grants awarded locally include: $40,000 to the Hiram G. Andrews Center for alcohol education programing for individuals with special or diverse needs. $40,000 to Saint Francis University to continue its INTERCEPT program and Alcohol-Wise, conduct Core and e-CHUG surveys, conduct university patrols, and provide training for university police. The maximum award for each two-year grant is $40,000. Since taking office, Burns has helped secure more than $200 million in state and federal funds for Cambria County programs and projects, from water and sewer infrastructure, to social programs and anti-bullying efforts. Read more
Although the veto override may have failed, Burns believes it sends a powerful message to the governor and his administration Read more
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