Guzman: I am laser-focused on Reading and Berks County transportation needs

Guzman was recently appointed to the PA House Transportation Committee in addition to four other standing committees

Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus    January 8, 2025 | 3:25 PM

HARRISBURG, Jan. 8 – State Rep. Manny Guzman, D-Berks, announced today that one of his top priorities for the 2025-26 legislative session is to help address transportation issues impacting Berks County. In alignment with this goal, he has been appointed to the PA House Transportation committee.

“I am glad and proud to share that I am now a member of the Transportation Committee,” said Guzman. “I am excited about the opportunity to bring solutions to critical concerns in our community regarding transportation and infrastructure,” he added.

Guzman, who has been vocal and diligent about the proposed Schuylkill River Train to re-establish passenger rail service between Reading and Philadelphia, highlighted that he is looking forward to diving deeper into the current efforts to restore passenger rail service for the first time in more than 40 years with the support of the committee, chaired by state Rep. Ed Neilson.

“Berks County will have in me a committed advocate in this committee; I will be bold in my efforts. I want Reading and Berks County to boost its economic growth across all sectors and scales, and transportation and infrastructure are certainly crucial indicators of economic development of a region” he explained.

Guzman has also been appointed to four other PA House standing committees. He remains a member of the Appropriations, Gaming Oversight, Liquor Control and Professional Licensure committees.

“I am ready to work and fully embrace the challenges that these assignments will bring,” Guzman, who also serves as chairman of the Central Pennsylvania Delegation, said.