Supply Chain Disruption in PA on Cyber Monday

Policy Committee    November 29, 2021 | 4:19 PM

On Cyber Monday, it was projected that online sales would top $11.5 million and the flood of goods purchased online inevitably hits Pennsylvania ports, roads and rails. That means greater strain on workers and infrastructure, which may or may not be built to support this type of commerce.

The PA House Democratic Policy Committee explored Pennsylvania’s supply chain at a hearing held at 1 p.m. on Cyber Monday, Nov. 29, in room 418 Main Capitol, Harrisburg. Testifiers from across the Commonwealth participated virtually. 

Host + Testifiers

• Hosted by: Rep. Ryan Bizzaro, Chair of the Policy Committee, Rep. Mary Isaacson, Vice-Chair of the Policy Committee
• Testifimony from:
  • Dennis Hower, President, Teamsters Local 773 Allentown
  • Dominic O’Brien, Senior Marketing Manager, Port of Philadelphia
  • William Reed, Owner, Standard Tap, Johnny Brenda’s, & International Bar

Agenda + Testimony

• Hearing agenda and written testimony: Hearing on supply chain disruption

Media Release + News Coverage

• Hearing interrupts Cyber Monday and highlights supply chain in Pennsylvania, 11/28/2021

• WGAL, Pennsylvania House lawmakers look into supply chain disruptions, 11/29/2021

Hearing Video + Photos