“Almost every report on the subject amplifies a similar message, there is no one-size-fits-all approach for education,” Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro said. “While a traditional four-year college might be perfect for some, it cannot be the only option. The need for a specific type of skilled labor can change overnight, and as a state we must be vigilant in supporting career technology since it offers students the flexibility to learn as they earn.” Read more
“When a store needs to keep up with a spike in demand, companies like McLane deliver results for consumers and businesses alike,” House Majority Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro said. “McLane plays a vital role in Pennsylvania’s economy, supplying businesses – including retail and restaurants – while also serving an important role in the local and state economy. Local distribution centers provide family-sustaining jobs and employment opportunities.” Read more
“As chairman of the Policy Committee, employers and organized labor have stressed the need for increasing Pennsylvania’s skilled labor workforce,” Bizzarro said. “The funds approved today will improve job opportunities around the state and have a direct and positive impact on the state’s economy.” Read more
“One of the first steps to self-sufficiency is landing a job,” Bizzarro said. “People who are actively searching for jobs should have access to the tools that not only let them find the best employment opportunities in Erie County but also allow them to be successful when given their next opportunity. I’m glad to see the state providing the funding needed to help improve our county and state’s skilled workforce.” Read more
The project is called Green Light Go and is being funded through PennDOT with funding secured from state Representatives Pat Harkins, Bob Merski and Ryan Bizzarro. Read more
“It’s important for the state to continue to identify areas of improvement,” Bizzarro said. “These projects will protect lives and address traffic issues, allowing people and vehicles to move through our communities safely and smoothly. I want everyone to make it home safe every day – part of making that happen is improving busy intersections like these.” Read more
“The region, state and nation is better served – and only capable of reaching its economic potential – when all parties have a seat at the table," Policy Chairman Representative Ryan Bizzarro said. Read more
“As we heard today and throughout recent policy hearings, equity and diversity issues are also economic issues,” House Majority Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro said. “The region, state and nation is better served – and only capable of reaching its economic potential – when all parties have a seat at the table, when underserved communities have the ability for economic success and growth, and all parties are actively involved in contributing to the state’s economic success.” Read more
The House Majority Policy Committee hosted a roundtable discussion Tuesday morning to discuss the importance of organ donation and education, along with finding ways to increase opportunities to register as a donor. Read more
“Relationships between law enforcement and community residents create long-lasting bonds where each side is after the same result – building a safe community where everyone can live and work together,” House Majority Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro said. Read more
The House Majority leadership team and Policy Committee wrapped up the statewide “Save Our Schools” tour Thursday morning with a stop at Carrick High School in Pittsburgh to tour the building, discuss the need for fair funding for public education and rally with education advocates. Read more
“As we’ve visited communities around Pennsylvania, one thing is clear: every community – rural, urban or suburban – they all want the best opportunities for their students,” Speaker Joanna McClinton, D-Phila/Delaware, said. “And as a state we owe them that much. It is enshrined in our Constitution. We need to start living up to the promise we make our students and the promise we’ve made in our state’s future.” Read more
The House Democratic leadership team and Policy Committee joined students, teachers, and education advocates in Reading Tuesday morning for a tour of two local high school buildings and a discussion on education inequality in Pennsylvania. Read more
“This is not a Republican issue or a Democratic issue, and it is not a city issue or a rural issue – it’s a Pennsylvania issue,” Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, said. “Equitably funding schools is about investing in Pennsylvania’s future and ensuring that every student regardless of the neighborhood they live in has the tools to thrive academically, socially, and civically. Our state’s future starts now, and it’s time to equitably and adequately fund our public schools.” Read more
It has a lot of wins for Pennsylvanians, particularly in Erie County. When we're talking about education, over $25 million are coming to Erie County schools. That's a huge win for us. Level Up will be included in this budget and a lot of our key priorities are in the budget,” said Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie). Read more
House Majority Leader Matt Bradford, D-Montgomery County, on Friday said the Senate Republicans’ belief that the governor was handling the budget negotiations for the House Democrats “was a miscalculation by those who thought they could jam down a bill that did not have support in our caucus.” Read more
“We’re happy that it got done. It has a lot of wins for Pennsylvanians, particularly in Erie County. When we're talking about education, over $25 million are coming to Erie County schools. That's a huge win for us. Level Up will be included in this budget and a lot of our key priorities are in the budget,” said Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie), Chairman of the House Majority Policy Committee. “This Democratic Caucus, this leadership team, has made it a priority to make sure that the wants and needs of the overwhelming majority of Pennsylvanians are reflected in our budget priorities,” he added. Read more
“They expected to railroad the House Democrats, who finally have the majority, because they've been running Harrisburg for the last 30 years. We showed them that they have to negotiate with us in good faith, and if not, things like this are going to continue to happen,” said Bizzarro. Read more
The Greater Erie Community Action Committee (GECAC) is announcing that the GECAC ErieCounty Area Agency on Aging will be distributing $50 in vouchers for the purchase ofPennsylvania produce through the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). Theprogram is intended to encourage more seniors to incorporate fruit and vegetables into theirdiets. The vouchers were made possible by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Read more
"The cost of housing has made it almost impossible for a growing number of young people and members of our middle class to make the dream of owning their own home a reality," Bizzarro said. "I’ve been an advocate on this issue, but it’s paramount that funding for the type of programs approved this week continue to help bridge the gap. Home ownership should not be a luxury enjoyed only by a select few.” Read more
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