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February 8, 2024

POLITICS: Many In Office React To Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Budget Proposal

Governor Josh Shapiro presented his 2024-25 budget proposal to the General Assembly and to the people of Pennsylvania on Tuesday – sharing his ‘get stuff done’ approach and vision to create more opportunity and continue delivering real solutions to the most pressing issues Pennsylvanians face according to his website. In a press release, he states by prioritizing economic opportunity and access to higher education, making historic investments in public education, supporting law enforcement and public safety, ensuring people receive the care they need, and funding critical initiatives to help Pennsylvanians from our cities to our farmlands – this budget will…

February 6, 2024

Bernstine to Host ‘Supporting Our Seniors’ February 10th

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is inviting senior citizens, their families and caregivers to a “Supporting Our Seniors” event on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 10-11:30 a.m., at the Unionville Volunteer Fire Company. The event is a one-stop shop to learn more about programs and help available for senior citizens in the 8th Legislative District. “Older adults are the fastest-growing market in the nation, and they deserve our total support,” said Bernstine. “Showing support for our senior citizens is essential. When these people feel valued, they benefit enormously. Their emotional well-being improves, and they can even have better health outcomes.”…

January 26, 2024

Bernstine Announces Campaign For Re-Election

[PRESS RELEASE] I am excited to announce that I am running for re-election to the State House of Representatives in the 8th District, which includes parts of Butler and Lawrence Counties. Unlike corrupt politicians in Harrisburg, I stand up for what I believe—not what special interests or the Harrisburg swamp tries to persuade me to believe. I got elected to serve my neighbors, and that has never changed. The liberals are fighting hard to destroy our way of life on the national level AND in Harrisburg, and I am committed to fighting back. We are in the heat of a…

January 11, 2024

Bernstine To Host “Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights” Seminar Jan. 16

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is offering residents of the 8th Legislative District the opportunity to learn more about Pennsylvania’s current gun laws during a “Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights” seminar on Tuesday, Jan. 16. The seminar will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Scott Township Volunteer Fire Company, 3712 Harlansburg Road, New Castle. “This free event has been very popular in the past and I have no doubt it will be well attended this time around,” said Bernstine. “The feedback I receive from attendees, including longtime gunowners, is they learned something new through this seminar.” The event…

October 12, 2023

Bernstine: PA House Democrats Destruct Democracy in the Dark

While many Pennsylvanians were tuned into the dysfunction in Washington D.C. last week, Democrats in the state House were one-upping Congress and leading one of the most destructive assaults on democracy I’ve seen in my time in Harrisburg. The week was full of shady last-minute legislation, the silencing of debate when anyone objected to their ideas, and passage of a bill that spends $800 million more of your tax dollars. But by far the worst and most concerning action happened while most Pennsylvanians were sleeping. House Democrats bypassed a chamber rule that prevents voting after 11 p.m. and rammed through…

October 10, 2023

Bernstine Announces C2P2 Grant To Fund Rehabilitation of Wampum Park

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) announced grants totaling $171,300 have been awarded to Butler and Lawrence counties to fund two recreational improvement projects through the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2). “Parks and recreation centers provide gathering places for families and social groups, as well as for individuals of all ages and economic status,” said Bernstine. “Development projects are vital to our district as they provide job opportunities to those in surrounding areas and, upon completion, help increase tourism in our communities.” Wampum Borough in Lawrence County will receive a grant of $73,000 to rehabilitate Wampum Park. The work includes…

September 20, 2023

Hard to Read License Plate Event Scheduled To Help With Free Replacements

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will be hosting a Hard to Read License Plate event to help constituents with free replacement of license plates that have become difficult to read. The event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Prospect Boro/Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Department. “Our motorists can get pulled over and fined if their license plate is crumbling or deteriorated,” said Bernstine. “Police need to be able to identify vehicles that they might be seeking. I strongly encourage residents to bring in their vehicles and begin the FREE license plate…

September 19, 2023

Bernstine: Harrisburg Politicians Continue to Attack Small Businesses

When I first started out in politics, I naively believed that anyone getting into public service must want to help others. As lawmakers, we are tasked with putting forth policies that support the average Pennsylvanian and building a Commonwealth where anyone can thrive. I have since learned that this is just not the case. Too many of my peers in Harrisburg have made it their mission to jeopardize small businesses – the backbone of our economy – and threaten the livelihoods of their own constituents. Even worse, some of those same politicians have put the wishes of big, internationally owned…

July 7, 2023

Bernstine Announces State Funding for Workforce Development in Lawrence County

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) announced the West Central Workforce Development Board will receive a $250,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. The funding will support a West Central Workforce Development Board program to provide job training to young adults who were formerly incarcerated. The Community Connections program links these young adults to youth re-entry project partners, who will determine skill sets and training gaps, the need for supportive services, and training options. Each participant will be assigned a joint adult mentoring team for advice throughout program participation. “People who commit crimes must be held accountable,…

June 16, 2023

Bernstine Announces PHARE Funding for Butler, Lawrence Counties

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced the awarding of $800,000 to Butler and Lawrence counties through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Program (PHARE) to help with homelessness, household modifications and safety challenges. “Rehabilitating existing properties to meet current market demands is an excellent way to invest our resources,” said Bernstine. “Renovating existing properties has some important benefits. You don’t need as many materials, can make good use of existing structures and usually spend less money. In addition, one of the most efficient ways to make money in real estate is to rehabilitate existing properties.” The funding…