There has been a lot of talk on social media this week about gun control. Democratic candidate Katie McGinty voiced her feeling on the issue yesterday in Philadelphia along with activists for LGBT and gun control issues. She is a strong supporter of legislation that would make it illegal for anyone who has been convicted […]
Democratic Candidate Rossi Responds to Christiana’s Proposed Bill
In response to Representative Christiana’s article in the Beaver County Times about eliminating property taxes, I find it somewhat intriguing that he would propose a bill that would eliminate a major revenue stream without a replacement strategy in place. We are to believe that eliminating one bill will force their hand to create another. We as tax payers […]
Gibbons Speaks About Daniel’s Law After it Passes the PA House Judiciary Committee
State Representative Jaret Gibbons had a big win this week when Daniel’s Law unanimously passed the House Judiciary Committee. The bill is named after New Castle resident Daniel Gallatin, who was killed when his motorcycle was struck by a woman who was texting while driving. If you are a subscriber to the Beaver County Times, […]
Governor Wolf to Sign Liquor Reform Bill
Big news for any Pennsylvanian over the age of 21: Liquor reform is finally here. Governor Tom Wolf will sign the bill at 4 pm today which will enact this piece of legislation that was passed yesterday. The law will go into effect within the next couple of months. The bill will allow grocery stores to […]
State Rep Matzie Comments on the Shell Cracker Plant in Beaver County
State Representative Rob Matzie was featured on the PA House YouTube Channel yesterday commenting on Shell’s decision to move forward with the proposed cracker plant in Beaver County. Matzie points out that this type of progress will lead to more people spending money and an improved local economy. He also states that the trickle-down effect […]