SCRANTON, Oct. 20 – The labor market in northeast Pennsylvania needs workers, and a two-day hearing in Tunkhannock and Scranton focused on how the region prepares students for success. “Students coming out of their high school years need opportunities like those provided here,” said state Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna. “My own kids came out of a preparatory school and I know as a mom that it was challenging to navigate finding the right opportunities for them and their peers. I am excited for my colleagues to learn about the different programs offered here like the Level Up Program, the SOAR Program of Study, Dual Enrollment, and continuing education programs.” The hearing was held at 409 on Adams, the student-run restaurant on the Scranton campus of Lackawanna College. Lawmakers heard from Dr. Jill Murray, president of Lackawanna College; Melissa Turlip, director of programming at the Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains; and Colins Furneaux, educational coordinator for Northern Tier Industry and Education Consortium. Testifiers highlighted the importance of career and technical education and the unique partnerships Lackawanna College and the Northern Tier Industry and Education Consortium have made with small businesses and industry in the region. “Our caucus is squarely focused on efficiency and saving taxpayer dollars, especially on the back end when students graduate,” said state Rep. Kyle Mullins. Read more
OLYPHANT, Oct. 4 – With flu season fast approaching, state Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, is partnering with Medicap Pharmacy and Home Health Care Professionals and Hospice for a flu shot clinic from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at 518 Burke Bypass, Olyphant. Mullins said the clinic will be an easy way for residents to boost their immunity before flu infections intensify later this fall and through the winter months. Information on a variety of health programs will be available for constituents along with first, second, and booster COVID-19 vaccinations in accordance with CDC guidance. "Every day, I work toward making our communities healthy and safe places to live, work, and raise a family. Connecting constituents with preventative health measures is the driving force behind this event," Mullins said. "Perhaps now more than ever, we are painfully aware of the severity of viral infections and the importance of protecting ourselves in a preventative manner." Pharmacy and home health agency professionals remind attendees to bring their insurance card. Read more
HARRISBURG, Sept. 27 – A group of House Democrat legislators unveiled their plan to raise awareness to a growing epidemic of many families and seniors on fixed incomes who are unable to afford disposable diapers and undergarments. State Reps. Carol Hill-Evans, D-York; Tina Davis, D-Bucks; Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna; and Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Luzerne, were joined by their legislative colleagues to announce their diaper drive campaign. “Affordable and equitable access to clean diapers establishes a healthy foundation for every infant, while incontinence products help our older adults with their needs,” Hill-Evans said. “Throughout the fall legislative session, I will continue to advocate for my bills that are currently in the House Health Committee – bills that address basic needs and help families with financial burdens for the 1 in 3 U.S. families that experience diaper need.” Davis said it’s heartbreaking to think that a child could remain in a soiled diaper just because there are not enough diapers to go around. “Diaper Need Awareness Week should serve as a reminder to all of us that a lack of diapers for infants and toddlers, and incontinence products for adults, is a public health issue that needs to be addressed,” Davis said. “A third of families are struggling to provide this essential need, an alarming statistic considering we are talking about the basic needs of both seniors and children Read more
Decades of underfunding our infrastructure, of relying upon a patchwork and reactive approaches has slammed into reality. Our nation faces unprecedented extreme weather events and other challenges from coast to coast which threaten our well-being. Thus far, the response of Congress has been inadequate. Where the need for new infrastructure investment is $5 trillion or more, the Senate’s “Infrastructure and Jobs Act” proposes just $550 billion of new spending. While we support this, it lands far short of the mark. We, the undersigned, are rallying our citizens to demand that Congress respond to this crisis in a way which is appropriate: The establishment of a large, $5 trillion National Infrastructure Bank (NIB), as outlined in HR 3339, which is before the current session of Congress. This $5 trillion public bank does not rely upon the appropriations process. It does not require new federal taxes and will not increase our deficit. By repurposing existing Treasury debt, as was done previously in U.S. history, it will finance everything we need, and quickly. We will be able to build multiple layers at the same time, such as water, sewer, rail, power, all of which inhabit the same space. Infrastructure requires concerted federal action. We need a new power grid, a new high speed rail system, and large-scale water projects like those last erected under President Franklin Roosevelt. The impact of Hurricane Ida on Pennsylvania exposed the Read more
HARRISBURG, Sept. 23 – State Reps. Carol Hill-Evans, D-York; Tina Davis, D-Bucks; Kyle Mullins, D- Lackawanna; and Eddie Day Pashinski, D- Luzerne, will host a news conference at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 27 in the Capitol East Wing Rotunda to officially kick off "Diaper Need Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. Hill-Evans said the event will coincide with a week-long Diaper Drive. Donation boxes will be set up outside the Capitol offices of the participating legislators beginning Monday, Sept. 27 and ending Friday, Oct. 1. The Diaper Drive is being held in conjunction with Healthy Steps Diaper Bank. Diaper Need Awareness Week, along with legislative proposals such as H.B. 692 and H.B. 888 , aim to expand access to diapers and ensure that all children in Pennsylvania are clean, healthy and dry. Read more
HARRISBURG, Sept. 22 – State Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, today announced that he has been appointed to serve on the House Appropriations Committee. “Membership on the Appropriations Committee comes as a deep honor but also with significant responsibility as the committee is not only tasked with the state's budget every year, but also considers major fiscal policies that directly impact students, seniors, businesses and workers throughout the Commonwealth," Mullins said. “Nothing motivates me more than working to improve the lives of the people I serve and making positive impacts in the communities we call home. This new committee assignment is a powerful way to advocate for my district and to ensure that my constituents' hard-earned dollars are effectively put to work.” In addition to the Appropriations committee, Mullins also serves on the House Consumer Affairs, Insurance, Local Government and Transportation committees. All five committees hear testimony and review legislation related to their respective topic area before being voted on by the entire House, thus helping to drive state policy in these areas. Mullins is serving in his second term as state representative for the 112th Legislative District, which includes Archbald, Blakely, Dunmore, Jessup, Olyphant, Throop and portions of Scranton. Read more
At a Capitol rally to end toxic schools, Pa. state Rep. Kyle Mullins says it's not rocket science to provide our students with a safe, healthy school environment. Mullins views our state's crumbling schools buildings, often filled with lead and asbestos, as a violation of a child's civil rights and says we must act now using the American Rescue Plan dollars to remedy these dangerous facilities. Read more
HARRISBURG, May 25 – State Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, today announced state funding totaling over $1 million has been awarded to benefit over a dozen community and economic development projects that will benefit residents of the 112 th Legislative District. The funding was approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority through the Monroe County Local Share Account program. “ Municipal governments and local organizations depend on grant programs like this to ensure a strong local economy and to keep our communities safe for residents and visitors,” Mullins said. “I am proud to work alongside my local legislative colleagues in our tireless work to secure critical funding for our area. I would like to thank state Sen.-elect Marty Flynn, D-Lackawanna, and my House colleagues state Reps. Mike Carroll, D-Luzerne/Lackawanna, and Bridget M. Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna, for their support of these worthy projects.” Mullins said the grants include: $250,000 for the Women’s Resource Center for critical facility upgrades that will significantly enhance the center’s ability to protect victims of domestic and sexual violence. $110,000 for the development of a Pre-Kindergarten Center of Excellence by the Scranton Lackawanna Human Development Agency. The prospective center at the Holy Rosary School will provide educational and daycare services for children of Read more
At a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing in Dickson City, Pa., state Rep. Kyle Mullins discusses how the PA Rescue Plan would benefit healthcare workers in Lackawanna County who need more resources and staff to care for our loved ones and provide the best care possible. Read more
HARRISBURG, April 21 – State Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, today announced the award of $800,000 in state funding for infrastructure, parks and recreation projects within the 112 th Legislative District. “These are all important infrastructure investments to not only ensure the safety of motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists, but also to improve the overall quality of life for residents and visitors of our great communities,” Mullins said. “I was proud to advocate for these funds in partnership with my area legislative colleagues and local officials who understand the importance of aggressively pursuing state funding for the benefit of our area.” Mullins said the following local projects are receiving state funding through several programs from the Commonwealth Finance Authority: Multimodal Transportation Fund: Archbald Borough - $100,000 toward a multi-phase project to improve pedestrian and motorist safety via new sidewalks, streetlighting and curbs along a busy stretch of North Main Street. Blakely Borough - $400,000 to remove and reconstruct a section of a crumbling retaining wall, which must be completed prior to the eventual repaving of Main Street. The funds will also provide for the installation of ADA-compliant sidewalks and curbing, crosswalks, a bus shelter, and lighting and signage for the intersecting river trail. Read more
HARRISBURG, March 30 - State Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, today announced that more than $46 million in federal funding will be received by school districts within the 112th District to aid in returning students safely to the classroom. "It's been over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic pulled students out of the classroom and into virtual learning programs. My heart breaks for our students who missed out on so many educational, social and extracurricular experiences and memories," Mullins said. "This support for area school districts will ensure that students are returning to safe, clean and positive learning environments, which should be a priority at all levels of government." The following school districts in the 112th Legislative District will receive federal funding: Scranton School District - $35.76 million. Mid Valley School District - $4.08 million. Dunmore School District - $3.24 million. Valley View School District - $2.96 million. These funds are part of the $4.9 billion awarded to Pennsylvania via the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund passed by Congress and signed by President Joe Biden. These dollars can be used for food service; professional training; technology purchases; sanitization and cleaning supplies; summer and after-school programs; mental health support and more. At least 20% of the funds must be used to address learning loss along with the Read more
As the House considered a motion to adjourn session and leave legislation giving sexual abuse victims their day in court unfinished, Pa. state Rep. Kyle Mullins says it's unfair to make the victims wait any longer for justice. Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 3 – State Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, offered the following statement in response to Gov. Tom Wolf’s 2021-22 budget plan, which was unveiled today: "I have been through enough state budgets to understand and express that the governor's proposed budget is a statement of principles, a flag in the ground, and the beginning of a long process toward ultimate compromise and a very different-looking spending plan than the initial proposal. Therefore, I don't engage in the partisan charade initiated by legislative Republicans who, with their bluster, reject these proposals out of hand. “There are components of this proposal that are immediate imperatives and long-standing priorities of mine: immediate grants to small businesses, which have borne the brunt of this pandemic recession; striving for tax fairness for individuals and businesses alike; investing in infrastructure and funding the remediation of lead and asbestos in our schools; and finally leveling the playing field for our school children by applying the Fair Funding Formula to all education dollars. “In six years, we've been able to get 11 percent through that formula; this proposal does almost 8 times that amount in one year. I'm looking forward to working toward a final budget compromise, but my priorities will remain unchanged and reflect what my constituents want," Mullins Read more
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The PA House Democratic whip, state Rep. Jordan Harris, D-Phila., today announced that state Reps. Jessica Benham, D-Allegheny; Donna Bullock, D-Phila.; Danilo Burgos, D-Phila.; Morgan Cephas, D-Phila.; Patty Kim, D-Dauphin; Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna; Peter Schweyer, D-Lehigh; Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester/Montgomery; Pam Snyder, D-Greene/Fayette/Washington; and Jared Solomon, D-Phila., will serve as deputy whips for the 2021-22 legislative session. Read more
HARRISBURG, Jan. 5 – State Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, took the oath of office at the state Capitol today to begin his second term representing the 112 th Legislative District. The noon swearing-in ceremony marked the beginning of the 2021-22 session of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. “The oath of office is a humbling commitment to the great men and women of our district,” Mullins said. “For me, it is also a commitment to preserve and protect the health and safety of our citizens -- especially those most vulnerable. It is a commitment to support our front-line workers, our educators, and our hourly wage workers. And it is a commitment to defend and empower our small business owners and set our local economy down a path to recovery and prosperity." Mullins said his district office is open by appointment with COVID-19 precautions in place and can help with a variety of state-related services, including home heating, children’s health insurance, prescription drug and property tax/rent rebate assistance. The phone number is 570-383-9795, and the email address is RepMullins@pahouse.net . Residents also can learn more about Mullins’ legislative priorities and the services his office provides by visiting his website at www.RepKyleMullins.com , or by visiting his Facebook and Twitter accounts at facebook.com/RepKyleMullins and Read more
As of this writing, there are approximately 750,000 Pennsylvania votes that need to be counted. That is more than 750,000 Pennsylvanians who lawfully casted their vote and deserve to be heard. Counting every citizen’s legal, timely vote is imperative. As workers securely make progress on tallying the results, we must be patient. This process may take several days, but the integrity and sanctity of the vote in our state must be maintained. Last Fall, in a bipartisan showing, the Pennsylvania General Assembly agreed to allow for mail-in ballots. Since then, House Democrats have made many efforts to help clarify any confusion about the process and give local election boards the tools needed to securely and expeditiously process votes cast by mail. Unfortunately, our Republican colleagues chose political gamesmanship over a genuine effort to ensure a smooth election. Their inaction failed to allow for the early processing of ballots received – as 32 other states permit-- and, in turn, why there is a delay in knowing the outcome of this election. The ambiguity in the law did not address their local official’s concerns; nor does it protect every Pennsylvanian’s constitutional right to vote and our obligation to make sure those votes are counted. Now, more than ever, we must ensure that we uphold the freedoms guaranteed in our state and nation’s constitution. In these unprecedented times, the voters must have the final say, not the candidates or Read more
HARRISBURG, Aug. 25 – State funding in the amount of $256,052 has been awarded to a number of schools throughout the 112th Legislative District to provide extra support for educational services amid the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, announced today. “We are beginning a new academic year with COVID-19 mitigation efforts still in place, and whether students start classes via in-person learning or virtual education, it is vital that programs are in place to ensure every student has a chance to succeed,” Mullins said. “My commitment continues to make sure every resource is available at all schools, so nobody gets left behind in these uncertain times.” The three schools receiving the funds are: • Dunmore Junior Senior High School: $34,646. • Mid Valley Secondary Center: $60,816. • Scranton High School: $160,590. These schools have been designated as schools for Additional Targeted Support and Improvement under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act. The funding comes from the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief funds. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act authorizes governors to determine the educational use of these GEER funds. To date, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has awarded $87.5 million in GEER funding to help keep students and educators safe and meet the unique challenges Read more
Important updates of the COVID-19 pandemic and how my office can assist you during these unprecedented times. Read more
HARRISBURG, Aug. 17 – State grants totaling $774,789 have been approved to help fund three water and sewer infrastructure systems which serve Lackawanna County residents living in the 112 th House District, state Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, announced today. The grants – all approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority – are: $230,000 Small Water and Sewer grant to Olyphant Borough to assist with ongoing sanitary sewer repairs. $225,205 Small Water and Sewer grant to Jessup Borough to separate sanitary sewer and storm water lines along Bridge Street. $319,584 H20 PA grant to Jessup Borough to separate sanitary sewer and storm water lines along Front and Ward streets. “The maintenance of our water and sewer infrastructure is a significant cost driver for local governments,” Mullins said. “Every state dollar we are able to secure for these essential upgrades ultimately alleviates the pressure on local taxpayers to fund them, and I’m proud to have worked with our municipal officials and state Sen. John Blake in our advocacy.” The H20 PA program provides single-year or multi-year grants to independent agencies, municipalities or municipal authorities. The Pennsylvania Small Water and Sewer Programs offers grants for small water and sewer infrastructure projects and can be used to assist with the construction, improvement, expansion, or rehabilitation or Read more
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