State Grant Programs Open For Application (11/15/2023)

(Nov 15, 2023)

There are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. Read more

 

Fall 2023 Newsletter

(Nov 06, 2023)

My Fall 2023 newsletter is available! Read more

 

Haddock: Election Day Reminder

(Nov 03, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Jim Haddock reminds everyone to exercise their constitutional right this Election Day, Tuesday November 7th. Polls open up at 7am and will remain open until 8pm. Make your voice heard! Read more

 

Programs Now Open for Applications 10/31/23

(Nov 02, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

Haddock welcomes $35,000 grant for city of Pittston

(Nov 02, 2023)

“I would like to thank Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration for approving this funding so people living in and near Pittston can enjoy the outdoors and engage in more recreational opportunities,” said Haddock. Read more

 

Haddock Promotes Fall Fishing and Boating in Pennsylvania

(Oct 18, 2023)

With the fall season upon us, Pa. state Rep. Jim Haddock provides information on trout stocking, boating safety, and encourages anglers and boaters across the state to have fun on the water while also being safe! Read more

 

Educational, Environmental, Public Safety, and Redevelopment Grant Opportunities

(Oct 11, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that are open for applications. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (10/03/2023)

(Oct 03, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

‘We want to increase Pennsylvania’s economic competitiveness’

(Sep 30, 2023)

State Rep. Rep. Jim Haddock, D-Pittston Township, participated in a roundtable discussion on improving barriers to the work force. Read more

 

Area legislators comment on potential legalization of recreational marijuana

(Sep 24, 2023)

“I feel more open debate and education has to go into the legislation on recreational marijuana at this time,” Rep. Haddock said. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (09/19/2023)

(Sep 19, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

Haddock Co-Hosts Lackawanna Senior Expo

(Sep 11, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Jim Haddock co-hosted his first Senior Expo with several of his fellow Lackawanna County state lawmakers in Scranton. With many changes made this year, especially to the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program, Haddock says that events like these are vital to getting seniors the answers they need for any and all problems they might have. Read more

 

Updated child predator laws introduced

(Sep 07, 2023)

“We are trying to proactively look at ways to deter and stop contact with minors before it happens,” said Rep. James Haddock. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (09/05/2023)

(Sep 05, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

Rep. Haddock hosts hearing on career and tech education growth

(Aug 30, 2023)

Haddock, D-Pittston Township, hosted a hearing of the House Majority Policy Committee to explore the growing demand for career and technical education, which has a built-in pipeline to foster students from the classroom to the workforce. Read more

 

Haddock: Property Tax/ Rent Rebate Increase Will Benefit Seniors

(Aug 30, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Jim Haddock spoke with WBRE-TV about the expansion of the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and how it will benefit seniors in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties. Read more

 

Haddock Helping Put More Money in the Pockets of Area Seniors

(Aug 30, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Jim Haddock spoke with FOX56-TV about the expansion of the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and how it will benefit seniors in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties. Read more

 

Democratic state House hearing in Lackawanna County focused on rail service

(Aug 30, 2023)

During the hearing, state Rep. James Haddock asked Carroll how the train will benefit residents outside of Lackawanna and Monroe counties. "This is not county specific. This is a regional effort," he answered. Read more

 

Policy Committee shines spotlight on career and technical education

(Aug 29, 2023)

“Technical education continues to experience growth throughout Pennsylvania, but the increase in students has still not met the demands for skilled workers in our economy,” said Rep. Jim Haddock, who hosted the hearing and is a graduate of Wilkes-Barre Vo Tech. “We heard testimony about the millions of well-paying unfilled technical jobs in our workforce, and we also heard how introducing younger students – in middle school – to career and technical education could help fill gaps in our workforce. It not only builds interest in these fields at a younger age, but it helps end the stigma of not attending a traditional four-year college.” Read more

 

As demand for trades grows, House committee hears from speakers about breaking 'stigma'

(Aug 29, 2023)

“Technical education continues to experience growth throughout Pennsylvania, but the increase in students has still not met the demands for skilled workers in our economy,” said Rep. Jim Haddock, D-118, Pittston Twp., who hosted the hearing and is a graduate of Wilkes-Barre Vo Tech. Read more