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Burns to host popular ‘Concealed Carry’ event in June

(1 day ago)

Burns said those interested in attending the seminar at 6 p.m. Friday, June 6 in the Jackson Township Fire Hall, 176 Adams Ave., Mineral Point, should register to attend. Read more

 

Burns: Cambria County screwed up May 20 election ballots

(May 08, 2025)

EBENSBURG, May 8 – Shocked beyond belief, state Rep. Frank Burns received a phone call from Pennsylvania Department of State Secretary Al Schmidt this morning, informing him that that Cambria County had misprinted its ballots for the upcoming May 20 primary election – despite assurances from county officials that stringent corrective measures were put in place after the Nov. 5 election ballot scanning fiasco that paralyzed voting across the county. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Now Open for Applications: May 7 Update

(May 07, 2025)

A listing of state grant programs open for applications. Click here to learn more. Read more

 

Langerholc, Armanini, Burns, Kephart and Rigby Announce Increased Funding for Career and Technical Education

(May 01, 2025)

In Cambria County, Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center was awarded $75,000 to support the collaboration between schools and a local or regional CTE partner to expand learning opportunities for students. The Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School was awarded $450,000 to expand access to CTE computer science and STEM experience for students and adults. Read more

 

Burns’ annual Senior Fair to connect seniors to state resources

(May 01, 2025)

“This fair is a yearly reminder to our seniors of all of the benefits they qualify for,” Burns said. “It’s a way to connect our seniors with a variety of up-to-date services and state-related programs that they qualify for and do it all in one place.” Read more

 

Burns, Rigby, Langerholc announce $1 million grant for PA Highlands CC

(Apr 30, 2025)

EBENSBURG, April 30 – State Reps. Frank Burns and Jim Rigby and Sen. Wayne Langerholc Jr. today announced that the Pennsylvania Highlands Community College in Cambria County is the recipient of a $1 million state grant to increase its capacity to provide dual credit courses. “It’s been proven that offering students the chance to earn college credit while still in high school – known as dual credit programs – improves student outcomes, not only with increased high school graduation rates, but also college completion rates as well,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “This grant funding will help more students take in-demand courses that can lead to good jobs, strengthening our workforce and improving our economy.” “This grant is a smart investment in our students and our local economy. By expanding dual credit opportunities at Penn Highlands Community College, we’re giving high school students across our region a head start on college and career training while saving money,” Langerholc said. “Dual credit programs allow students to get a taste of post-secondary life and a possible future career while still working toward their high school diploma,” Rigby said. “The program is also an asset that makes Penn Highlands even more attractive as an option for study, and I applaud them for being awarded this grant.” The Dual Credit Read more

 

Langerholc, Burns Announce $22.1 Million for Water System Improvements in Greater Johnstown Region

(Apr 23, 2025)

The funding will be used to ensure the North Fork Reservoir can safely manage a probable maximum flood event. Planned upgrades include the installation of a roller-compacted concrete spillway, a new crest wall, a spillway cap, and auxiliary spillway training walls. Flood gates will also be added at the crest, along with other ancillary improvements to strengthen the reservoir’s overall flood resilience. Read more

 

Burns wants you to help him celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month

(Apr 22, 2025)

“From shaping young minds to inspiring students to reach their full potential, teachers have a profound impact on our lives,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “I’m asking area residents to help me celebrate teachers by nominating their favorite teacher to be recognized during Teacher Appreciation Month.” Read more

 

Burns: Health Department should approve hospital sales

(Apr 17, 2025)

Burns, D-Cambria, is sponsoring an upcoming bill to address hospital acquisition and price transparency, saying the Duke/Lifepoint Health System purchase of Conemaugh Health System in 2014 is a prime example of why additional oversight is needed. Read more

 

Burns proposing standardized testing of voting machines in PA

(Apr 15, 2025)

“Current state law gives county election officials too much discretion on how and when testing is performed on voting machines. We need to bring greater standardization to pre-election preparations to ensure machines will function on Election Day,” Burns said. Read more

 

Burns invites local sportsmen’s clubs to apply for state grant funding

(Apr 03, 2025)

The Pennsylvania Shooting Range Improvement Program helps local sportsmen’s clubs develop new or unique projects. The program is now open for applications. Read more

 

Burns: Cambria unearths relevant voting Right-to-Know document

(Apr 02, 2025)

“It’s an important, telling and seemingly required document to file, so why wouldn’t the Department of State, the county commissioners – who also serve as the Elections Board – and/or the county solicitor know of its importance and existence? If a newly appointed Elections Bureau director can find it, why couldn’t all those seasoned elections professionals?” – State Rep. Frank Burns Read more

 

Nearly $500,000 awarded to area schools to prepare students for employment

(Mar 28, 2025)

These Schools-to-Work grants awarded to Forest Hills School District and Admiral Peary Area Vocational Technical School from the PA Department of Labor and Industry will help schools expand pre-apprenticeships, classroom training and job shadowing initiatives. Read more

 

Senior Fair 2025

(Mar 26, 2025)

Click here to find out more information about Rep. Burns' Senior Fair 2025 Read more

 

Burns’ offices collecting pet food donations in April

(Mar 26, 2025)

Those interested in donating non-perishable food items may drop off their items at either of Burns’ offices: 535 Fairfield Ave. in Johnstown and 123 W. High St. in Ebensburg during regular business hours, which are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Read more

 

Burns guides Conemaugh Twp. in right direction to get $350K grant

(Mar 24, 2025)

Conemaugh Township went without a road repaving program for many years, until its supervisors and appointed roadmaster J.D. Burns met with state Rep. Frank Burns, who steered them toward a state program that yielded a $350,140 grant to initiate a long-term improvement plan. Read more

 

Burns: $585,360 delivered to fix deteriorated Croyle Twp. roads

(Mar 20, 2025)

EBENSBURG, March 20 – Assessing grants worth $585,360 recently announced by state Rep. Frank Burns, Croyle Township supervisor Rich Potter said it continues a pattern of help received since the memorable time Burns showed up after he started representing the township 12 years ago. Read more

 

Burns major player in renewed voter ID push

(Mar 19, 2025)

“I’m proud to sponsor this bill, and I believe that everyone, regardless of political party, should support it," Burns said, noting that the proposed legislation has just been introduced. “Voter ID is about ensuring trust in our elections – and nothing is more sacred. Read more

 

Burns’ annual Kids’ Fair to be held April 5

(Mar 17, 2025)

Burns said in addition to the big bunny, lunch will be provided free for the kids – adults and children older than 13 each may join in for a $5 donation, and representatives from the Pennsylvania State Police, Game Commission and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be available to provide educational materials. Burns and his staff also will be available to answer questions and provide help with state-related programs. Read more

 

Bipartisan Push for Voter ID Underway, Representatives Say

(Mar 17, 2025)

House Bill 771 would require a registered voter to show an acceptable form of ID that matches the name listed at his or her polling place before a ballot is cast. If the voter cannot produce an acceptable ID, the voter can affirm his or her identity in writing. Read more

 

Burns to host popular ‘Concealed Carry’ event in June
1 day ago

Burns: Cambria County screwed up May 20 election ballots
May 08, 2025

State Grant Programs Now Open for Applications: May 7 Update
May 07, 2025

Langerholc, Armanini, Burns, Kephart and Rigby Announce Increased Funding for Career and Technical Education
May 01, 2025

Burns’ annual Senior Fair to connect seniors to state resources
May 01, 2025

Burns, Rigby, Langerholc announce $1 million grant for PA Highlands CC
Apr 30, 2025

Langerholc, Burns Announce $22.1 Million for Water System Improvements in Greater Johnstown Region
Apr 23, 2025

Burns wants you to help him celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month
Apr 22, 2025

Burns: Health Department should approve hospital sales
Apr 17, 2025

Burns proposing standardized testing of voting machines in PA
Apr 15, 2025

Burns invites local sportsmen’s clubs to apply for state grant funding
Apr 03, 2025

Burns: Cambria unearths relevant voting Right-to-Know document
Apr 02, 2025

Nearly $500,000 awarded to area schools to prepare students for employment
Mar 28, 2025

Senior Fair 2025
Mar 26, 2025

Burns’ offices collecting pet food donations in April
Mar 26, 2025

Burns guides Conemaugh Twp. in right direction to get $350K grant
Mar 24, 2025

Burns: $585,360 delivered to fix deteriorated Croyle Twp. roads
Mar 20, 2025

Burns major player in renewed voter ID push
Mar 19, 2025

Burns’ annual Kids’ Fair to be held April 5
Mar 17, 2025

Bipartisan Push for Voter ID Underway, Representatives Say
Mar 17, 2025