State Rep. Brian Smith
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Funding boosts recreation and conservation projects in Pennsylvania's 66th District
State Representative Brian Smith has announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has allocated over $104,000 to support recreation and conservation initiatives in the 66th Legislative District.
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Smith highlights voter fraud concerns ahead of presidential election
State Representative Brian Smith has raised concerns about voter fraud in Pennsylvania, citing recent incidents in Lancaster and York counties.
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Lawmakers secure over $3 million in grants for Jefferson County projects
State Sen. Joe Pittman, Sen. Cris Dush, and Rep. Brian Smith have announced the successful acquisition of over $3 million in grants for Jefferson County projects. The funding, sourced from Local Share Account (LSA) grants and Public School Facility Improvement grants via the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), aims to enhance infrastructure and education facilities.
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Smith hosts second hearing on preserving benefit integrity
Last week, Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), convened the second in a series of hearings to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, and to ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.
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House GOP committee hosts hearing on preserving benefit integrity
House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana), and other lawmakers will host the second in a series of hearings titled "Excellence in Government: Preserving Benefit Integrity." The hearing aims to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania's social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, ensuring that the state's resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.
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Smith opposes bill requiring electronic records for gun sales
State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) opposed a bill mandating electronic records of gun sales. He issued this statement following the vote:
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Lawmakers urge changes in high school sports broadcasting policies
HARRISBURG – Following years of inaction by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to address broadcasting policy concerns, Reps. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence), Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana), and Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) have demanded change.
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More than $320,000 Awarded to Fire, Ambulance Companies in 66th District
State Representative Brian Smith announced today that fire and ambulance companies in the 66th Legislative District will collectively receive $320,214 in state grants to support their public safety mission. Smith emphasized the importance of this funding for volunteer and nonprofit organizations in offsetting their operating costs and allowing them to continue serving their communities."Our EMTs, paramedics, and firefighters are ready at a moment's notice to keep Jefferson and Indiana counties safe," said Smith. "But many of these departments rely on the support of grants...
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Smith Slams Governor’s Budget Plan
State Representative Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) strongly criticized Governor Josh Shapiro's budget plan for the 2024-25 fiscal year. In a statement, Smith expressed his concerns about the excessive spending proposed by the governor.Smith pointed out that the Republican-led General Assembly had worked diligently over the past 12 years to develop sensible spending plans and build a healthy surplus and Rainy Day Fund. However, Governor Shapiro's budget plan would rapidly deplete these funds."The governor's budget plan increases state spending by more than 8%,...
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Smith Applauds Massive Groundhog Day Crowd as Phil Predicts Early Spring
State Representative Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) expressed his appreciation for the tens of thousands of people who gathered at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney for Groundhog Day. The event drew visitors from all over the country and even across the globe, making it a truly international affair."People from all over the country, and even across the globe, come to Punxsutawney to see the world's most famous groundhog work his magic," Smith said. "Tens of thousands of people come to our town and create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. Our visitors have been...
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Smith Stresses Importance of Public Comment on Broadband Digital Equity Plan
State Representative Brian Smith is urging residents of Jefferson and Indiana counties to participate in the public comment period for the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority's Digital Equity Plan. This plan is crucial in accessing Pennsylvania's portion of the $2.75 billion in federal funds dedicated to expanding broadband access in the state.Representative Smith emphasized the need for rural districts like the 66th to have their voices heard and not be left behind when it comes to federal funding. He stated, "This public comment period allows the people of...