Burns brings $1.2 million back to Jackson Township for natural gas pipeline

(Nov 21, 2023)

“The extension of this pipeline not only will enable Waste Management to convert its truck fleet to compressed natural gas, but it will create 120 full-time jobs,” Burns said. “Getting natural gas to the Jackson Township Business Park is critical to attracting additional businesses and jobs to the area.” Read more

 

Burns: Nearly $36,000 in tax credits awarded to support workforce training program

(Nov 21, 2023)

“The training will provide a pathway to good, family-sustaining jobs and will help meet a regional demand for trained workers,” Burns said. “Students who graduate will have the license and certification to fill local openings, and employers will find more of the skilled workers they need to stay competitive.” Read more

 

Burns taking reservations for his Dec. 12 bus trip to the state Capitol

(Nov 16, 2023)

"Our state Capitol is one of the most beautiful buildings in the country, and in December the Capitol will be decorated for the holidays,” Burns said. "If you are interested, I urge you to reserve your seat now.” Read more

 

Burns announces grant opportunity for law enforcement

(Nov 15, 2023)

“As much as $14 million is available, which is able to support approximately 2,000 new, full-time officers statewide,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “An additional police presence in our region can help stave off crime and address community safety concerns.” Read more

 

Burns to host popular ‘Concealed Carry’ event

(Nov 14, 2023)

Law enforcement representatives will speak on the rules and regulations regarding firearm transport and use in Pennsylvania – including primers on concealed carry, the Castle Doctrine, using firearms for personal protection and related legal liabilities. Read more

 

Governor signs Burns bill to preserve in-state tuition for students of reassigned military families

(Nov 09, 2023)

“Military families make huge sacrifices, including having to leave the comfort and stability of the communities they love when they are deployed out of state,” Burns said. “But a student whose family is reassigned should not have to forfeit the benefit of the in-state tuition rate they anticipated because their parent is fulfilling their duty to our country." Read more

 

Burns collecting nonperishable food, new toys for those less fortunate

(Nov 08, 2023)

His offices in Johnstown and Ebensburg will be collection points for nonperishable food and Toys for Tots. Read more

 

Burns: Southmont receives $24,375 to improve physical activity for residents

(Nov 02, 2023)

“I’m always looking for opportunities to enhance our region with state grants, and this one is no exception,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “Improving recreational opportunities and the ability for folks to safely get around on one’s own steam can enhance the region’s quality of life, and that can make all the difference in attracting companies and jobs to the region.” Read more

 

Burns: Cambria County Assistance Office owned by City of Philadelphia Trustee

(Oct 30, 2023)

Researching the controversial Cambria County Assistance Office move to Upper Yoder Township, state Rep. Frank Burns has unearthed that the office’s longtime location in downtown Johnstown is quizzically owned by the City of Philadelphia Trustee. Read more

 

Parents of school bullies would face up to $750 fine, community service under Burns bill

(Oct 26, 2023)

“Bullying is underreported and often unaddressed in any meaningful way,” said Burns, who introduced similar legislation in the past. “When it’s not addressed, bullying can escalate quickly from taunts and hurtful online posts to physical assaults and -- in worst cases -- suicide. Holding students, parents and school officials at all levels accountable is the only way to put an end to this scourge.” Read more

 

Burns: HUD permits demolition of public housing units

(Oct 23, 2023)

Noting that Johnstown’s current population has plummeted to “well under half” of what it was 50 years ago, giving it “far more public housing than small cities of comparable population, Burns wanted to know: “Is there a path for cities in Pennsylvania to reduce the number of public housing units within city limits? If so, what is the process to do so?” Read more

 

Information about the PCCD Local Law Enforcement Support Grant Program

(Oct 20, 2023)

Learn more about PCCD's Local Law Enforcement Support Grant Program. The deadline to apply for the first round of grants is Nov. 13, but further rounds will take place until all money is expended. Read more

 

Rep. Burns to host free lunch for veterans Nov. 4

(Oct 20, 2023)

“My staff and I love hosting this event for our veterans,” Burns said. “It’s the least we can do to honor their service and thank them for dedicating their lives to our safety.” Read more

 

Burns pushes for American-made products to create jobs

(Oct 18, 2023)

“This amendment goes hand in hand with my American Made Jobs Plan, which would require American-made products to be used in taxpayer-funded projects,” Burns said. “If taxpayers are paying for these projects, then it should be produced by American workers – and my amendment does just that.” Read more

 

Burns secures over $18 million in funding for area water, wastewater projects

(Oct 18, 2023)

“As a state representative, I’ve helped local municipalities secure over $18 million to fund these much-needed upgrades, costs which otherwise would have been paid for by the community,” Burns said. “I’m always looking for opportunities to bring money back to our region, to make the critical investments that we need in order for our communities to get ahead.” Read more

 

Burns secures $21,000 for area fire departments

(Oct 16, 2023)

“I know how hard first responders work to protect lives and property in Cambria County, which is why I work to enact programs and provide grants that can help support and protect those who give so much to our communities,” Burns said. Read more

 

Burns presents citation honoring former Ebensburg police chief

(Oct 16, 2023)

“For more than four decades, including 15 years as chief of the department, Terry epitomized the spirit of ‘to protect and to serve.’ From taking a bullet during a standoff with a gunman to serving on a federal task force to catch a county drug dealer, Terry has been a fearless protector of our community,” Burns said. Read more

 

Burns dedicates Charles J. Vizzini Memorial Bridge

(Oct 13, 2023)

“Charles J. Vizzini was a passionate advocate for his fellow veterans and his community,” Burns said. “It’s right and proper that we dedicate this bridge today – just one small way we can honor this man for his service to his county and his community.” Read more

 

Burns: Nearly $30,000 for secured for Ridge Park plan

(Oct 06, 2023)

“This state grant through DCNR is specifically for projects like this,” Burns said. “Securing this new funding will allow Westmont Borough to obtain a master site development plan for the 63-acre Ridge Park in Upper Yoder Township so residents can get the most out of this beautiful region.” Read more

 

Burns votes once again for voter ID to safeguard Pennsylvania elections

(Oct 06, 2023)

“Whenever voter ID has been suggested in the past, I broke ranks, stood my ground and voted my belief that voter ID was needed to allay fears of election fraud and guarantee election integrity,” Burns said. “Now, the winds are changing, and more legislators are following my lead and supporting voter ID as a way to instill trust in our election process.” Read more

 

Burns brings $1.2 million back to Jackson Township for natural gas pipeline
Nov 21, 2023

Burns: Nearly $36,000 in tax credits awarded to support workforce training program
Nov 21, 2023

Burns taking reservations for his Dec. 12 bus trip to the state Capitol
Nov 16, 2023

Burns announces grant opportunity for law enforcement
Nov 15, 2023

Burns to host popular ‘Concealed Carry’ event
Nov 14, 2023

Governor signs Burns bill to preserve in-state tuition for students of reassigned military families
Nov 09, 2023

Burns collecting nonperishable food, new toys for those less fortunate
Nov 08, 2023

Burns: Southmont receives $24,375 to improve physical activity for residents
Nov 02, 2023

Burns: Cambria County Assistance Office owned by City of Philadelphia Trustee
Oct 30, 2023

Parents of school bullies would face up to $750 fine, community service under Burns bill
Oct 26, 2023

Burns: HUD permits demolition of public housing units
Oct 23, 2023

Information about the PCCD Local Law Enforcement Support Grant Program
Oct 20, 2023

Rep. Burns to host free lunch for veterans Nov. 4
Oct 20, 2023

Burns pushes for American-made products to create jobs
Oct 18, 2023

Burns secures over $18 million in funding for area water, wastewater projects
Oct 18, 2023

Burns secures $21,000 for area fire departments
Oct 16, 2023

Burns presents citation honoring former Ebensburg police chief
Oct 16, 2023

Burns dedicates Charles J. Vizzini Memorial Bridge
Oct 13, 2023

Burns: Nearly $30,000 for secured for Ridge Park plan
Oct 06, 2023

Burns votes once again for voter ID to safeguard Pennsylvania elections
Oct 06, 2023