Jul. 02, 2019 Download
The weekly Legislative Report Program/Podcast with Representative Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) is now available.Topics discussed in this week’s program include: Rep. Ryan discusses the importance of budget reforms that will eliminate the need for supplemental off-budget state spending by the administration.
Jul. 01, 2019 Download
A comprehensive package of bills that will help support Pennsylvania farmers and grow the state’s top industry was signed into law today by the governor. Additionally, a $19.5 million increase in funding for ag-related programs was included in the state budget adopted by the General Assembly last week.
Jul. 01, 2019 Download
Landmark legislation that represents a big win for Pennsylvania National Guard members and their families was signed into law Monday in Harrisburg. The new law offers a free college education for a Pennsylvania National Guard member as well as their spouse and children in exchange for a a six-year reenlistment. The benefit can be used to attend any Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education school free or for partial tuition benefits at other institutions of higher learning approved by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency. Rep. Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) said he feels this will be a great enlistment retention tool as well as a deserved reward for the families of those who serve in the PA Guard.
Jun. 28, 2019 Download
The weekly Legislative Report Program/Podcast with Representative Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) is now available.Topics discussed in this week’s program include: Rep. Ryan discusses details about budget reforms designed to streamline the budget process in Harrisburg and avoid some problems that were faced in putting together this year’s on time state spending plan.
Jun. 06, 2019 Download
This Legislative Report Program with Representative Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. Topics discussed in this week’s program include: Rep. Ryan details current legislative efforts to repeal old and out of date laws and regulations and to create the Office of the Repealer to ensure a continuing review of state regulations.
May. 31, 2019 Download
This Legislative Report Program with Representative Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. Topics discussed in this week’s program include: Ryan bill to shift unemployment costs in PA to the last employer of record approved by the House, moving on to the Senate.
May. 24, 2019 Download
This Legislative Report Program with Representative Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service.
Topics discussed in this week’s program include:
• Property Tax Elimination Legislation Update – Ryan Says He is Refining Legislation to Meet Revenue Needs
May. 17, 2019 Download
This Legislative Report Program with Representative Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. This brief public affairs report may be used in its entirety or edited for actualities to use in state government news coverage.
Topics discussed in this week’s program include:
• Rep. Ryan Discusses Revenue Collections Exceeding Expectations – Rainy Day Fund, Turnpike Commission, State Police, Hospitals - Financial Condition Must Be Addressed
May. 10, 2019 Download
The weekly Legislative Report Program/Podcast with Representative Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) is now available. In this week’s program Rep. Ryan discusses his bill to conform Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations for back tax claims to the federal standard. The legislation is moving forward in the House Finance Committee and will be considered by the full House. The bill is expected to help taxpayers and make collections more efficient for the PA Department of Revenue.
May. 01, 2019 Download
House Republicans held the line on state spending over multiple budget cycles, and now those smart fiscal policies are paying off. The House Appropriations Committee says revenue collections for the month of April were more than $4.4 billion, which is $465 million more than the Department of Revenue’s official estimate. For the 2018-19 fiscal year, general fund collections total $29.16 billion year-to-date, which is $828.5 million above the official revenue estimate. Rep. Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) said this shows that House and Senate leaders are on the right track and working together to protect taxpayers and restore the financial health of the Commonwealth.