Work on trail connecting College Hill to downtown Easton set to be done in August

(Apr 17, 2023)

A trail linking College Hill to Downtown Easton is an idea that came to state Rep. Robert Freeman years ago, on his morning walks through Lafayette's campus. Read more

 

Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Housing Funding Opportunities

(Apr 13, 2023)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Freeman bill would provide additional public health insurance option

(Mar 30, 2023)

"Health insurance rates continue to rise. I believe my proposal would effectively bring health care policies back to an affordable range for the average Pennsylvanian. It also would offer a less costly alternative to the current private health plans available today," Freeman said. Read more

 

Freeman bill would promote redevelopment of vacant factory buildings

(Mar 28, 2023)

"Repurposing an old factory or mill for retail, office or arts space, or transforming them into dwellings, encourages economic development and improves the quality of life of a community," Freeman said. Read more

 

New state bill would offer tax incentives for redevelopment of old factories

(Mar 28, 2023)

Pennsylvania state Rep. Robert Freeman authored a bill that would create tax incentives for those who reuse the old buildings, his office announced Tuesday. Read more

 

Rep. Freeman Proposes Bill to Compensate Municipalities with Many Tax-Exempt Properties

(Mar 24, 2023)

Freeman, a Democrat representing parts of Northampton County, said the legislation called House Bill 451 would establish the “Tax-Exempt Property Municipal Assistance Fund.” Read more

 

Could Pa’s liquor tax make up for nonprofits’ tax-exempt status? Lehigh Valley lawmaker hopes so

(Mar 22, 2023)

State Rep. Robert Freeman, D-Northampton, has introduced legislation in which the state would provide financial assistance to communities with at least 15% of tax-exempt property. Read more

 

Freeman bill would compensate communities with high percentage of tax-exempt properties

(Mar 20, 2023)

“Municipalities in the Lehigh Valley and across Pennsylvania with a large amount of tax-exempt properties are faced with the challenge of providing residents with essential services but without a sustaining real estate tax revenue base,” said Freeman. Read more

 

Main Street program participation extension proposed by Freeman

(Mar 17, 2023)

“In order to be successful and thrive, Main Street program communities often need a longer time period to fully implement and realize their revitalization plans,” Freeman said. Read more

 

Freeman welcomes $2.65 million in state grants

(Mar 16, 2023)

“Each of these grants will have a significant impact for the municipalities and organizations that sought the funds. The best part about these projects is that they all will benefit residents in one way or another by providing community gathering spaces, enhancing recreational opportunities, making roads safer or improving emergency services,” said Freeman. Read more

 

Freeman proposes tutoring program for all PA public schools

(Mar 09, 2023)

The benefits of high school students tutoring elementary students are numerous. Read more

 

Conservation, Substance Abuse Education, and Act 13 Funding Opportunities

(Feb 01, 2023)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

40 years later, Rep. Robert Freeman still has public policy on the brain

(Jan 22, 2023)

"When it comes to the laborious nature of the legislative process, it takes time, and sometimes you measure success in terms of yards instead of miles," Rep. Freeman said. Read more

 

Rep. Freeman Announces Over $1 Million in Local Violence Reduction Funding

(Jan 17, 2023)

In a release, State Rep. Robert Freeman said the money will support projects implementing local and regional strategies to reduce violence. Read more

 

Freeman: Violence reduction grants awarded locally

(Jan 13, 2023)

“This funding will help support important programs in Easton and Wilson to reduce violence. Developing strategies and programs to address the issue of violence in our communities is critical to safeguard our quality of life and ensure that all of our residents are safe." Read more

 

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!

(Jan 11, 2023)

Each month contains a scene from our Pennsylvania Capitol, proclaimed as one of the most beautiful Capitol buildings in the nation. Read more

 

Letter: State Rep. Urges Lower Saucon Council to Oppose Landfill Rezoning

(Dec 20, 2022)

I have been contacted by several constituents who either live in the affected area or are residents of other parts of Lower Saucon. They have expressed concerns over the proposed rezoning, concerns which I share. Read more

 

More lights, more planters, more charm coming to narrow street in Downtown Easton

(Dec 15, 2022)

“The walkability of Easton is truly its greatest strength,” said state Rep. Robert Freeman at a news conference at Easton City Hall. Read more

 

Career/Technical Training, School Safety and Security, and Arts and Culture Funding Opportunities

(Dec 05, 2022)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

GRANT MEMO: Workforce Support, Historic Preservation, and Criminal Justice Disparity Research Funding Opportunities For Your District

(Nov 14, 2022)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Work on trail connecting College Hill to downtown Easton set to be done in August
Apr 17, 2023

Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Housing Funding Opportunities
Apr 13, 2023

Freeman bill would provide additional public health insurance option
Mar 30, 2023

Freeman bill would promote redevelopment of vacant factory buildings
Mar 28, 2023

New state bill would offer tax incentives for redevelopment of old factories
Mar 28, 2023

Rep. Freeman Proposes Bill to Compensate Municipalities with Many Tax-Exempt Properties
Mar 24, 2023

Could Pa’s liquor tax make up for nonprofits’ tax-exempt status? Lehigh Valley lawmaker hopes so
Mar 22, 2023

Freeman bill would compensate communities with high percentage of tax-exempt properties
Mar 20, 2023

Main Street program participation extension proposed by Freeman
Mar 17, 2023

Freeman welcomes $2.65 million in state grants
Mar 16, 2023

Freeman proposes tutoring program for all PA public schools
Mar 09, 2023

Conservation, Substance Abuse Education, and Act 13 Funding Opportunities
Feb 01, 2023

40 years later, Rep. Robert Freeman still has public policy on the brain
Jan 22, 2023

Rep. Freeman Announces Over $1 Million in Local Violence Reduction Funding
Jan 17, 2023

Freeman: Violence reduction grants awarded locally
Jan 13, 2023

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!
Jan 11, 2023

Letter: State Rep. Urges Lower Saucon Council to Oppose Landfill Rezoning
Dec 20, 2022

More lights, more planters, more charm coming to narrow street in Downtown Easton
Dec 15, 2022

Career/Technical Training, School Safety and Security, and Arts and Culture Funding Opportunities
Dec 05, 2022

GRANT MEMO: Workforce Support, Historic Preservation, and Criminal Justice Disparity Research Funding Opportunities For Your District
Nov 14, 2022