State Senator Wayne Langerholc (PA)
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Recent News About State Senator Wayne Langerholc (PA)
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Pennsylvania senators criticize governor's reallocation of federal transportation funds
Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman and Senate Transportation Committee Chair Wayne Langerholc, Jr. have voiced their concerns regarding Governor Josh Shapiro's decision to reallocate $153 million of federal highway and bridge capital funds.
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Grants awarded to boost high-speed internet access in Pennsylvania's 35th district
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has distributed several grants to enhance digital connectivity in the 35th Senatorial District.
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Langerholc organizes expos on alternatives to college education
Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) is organizing two expos this week focused on alternatives to traditional college education.
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Pennsylvania introduces rape kit tracking system under new law
A new law in Pennsylvania, Act 122 of 2024, introduces a statewide rape kit evidence tracking system.
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State grants support renovation projects in Cambria and Centre counties
Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. announced the allocation of $4 million in state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants to projects in Cambria and Centre counties.
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Langerholc to host veterans appreciation breakfast in Ebensburg
Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) will host a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast in Cambria County.
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Local bridge to be named after fallen Marine from Cambria County
Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr. will participate in a ceremony to honor a fallen Marine from Cambria County by naming a local bridge after him. The event is scheduled for Monday, October 28, at 1 p.m., and will take place at the Pickerel Pond Pavilion in Prince Gallitzin State Park, Flinton.
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Pennsylvania legislature approves rape kit tracking system
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has unanimously passed a bill introduced by Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. to establish a statewide rape kit evidence tracking system. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 920, allows survivors to monitor the status of their rape kits throughout the testing process, from collection to destruction.
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Local communities receive $500K in grants through gaming revenue program
Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) has announced the distribution of $500,000 in state grants aimed at supporting community projects. These funds are provided through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Local Share Account Program, which utilizes revenue from casinos to fund initiatives that serve the public interest and foster community and economic development.
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Bridge to be named after fallen Cambria County officer
Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. will participate in a ceremony on Friday, October 11, to honor a fallen police officer from Cambria County by naming a local bridge after him. The bridge, which carries U.S. Route 22 over a tributary of Hinckston Run in Jackson Township, Cambria County, will be named the Officer Matthew Krupa Memorial Bridge.
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Pennsylvania announces broadband grants for Cambria County
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has announced the allocation of several grants aimed at enhancing high-speed internet access in Cambria County. This initiative was disclosed by Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr., representing the 35th District.
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Langerholc's drone bill advances to full Senate after committee approval
Senate Bill 1338, introduced by Sen. Wayne Langerholc Jr., has received unanimous support from the Senate Transportation Committee and will now proceed to the full Senate for consideration. The bill aims to establish an interstate compact for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones.
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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill limiting damages in catastrophic cases
The Senate has approved Senate Bill 1300, a measure introduced by Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), aimed at reforming the limitations on damages in catastrophic cases involving permanent dismemberment or death when individuals sue the commonwealth or local government entities.
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Senator Langerholc organizes free license plate replacement events across Pennsylvania
State Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. will hold three events in October for vehicle owners needing to replace damaged license plates. The initiative offers free replacements for plates that have lost reflectivity, are peeling, blistering, discolored, or unreadable from a distance of 50 feet.
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Langerholc to host senior expo in Johnstown
State Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) is inviting seniors in the Johnstown area to attend his annual Senior Expo this Friday.
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Senate passes bill to create Safe Exchange Zones in Pennsylvania
The Senate has passed the Denise Williams Act, sponsored by Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), to create a grant program for establishing Safe Exchange Zones across Pennsylvania.
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Langerholc appointed to key state panels on higher education
Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) has been appointed to key panels tasked with improving postsecondary education in the Commonwealth.
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Langerholc announces transportation improvement grants for three Pennsylvania counties
Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, announced state funding for transportation upgrades in Cambria, Clearfield, and Centre counties.
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Senator Langerholc announces traffic signal grants for local communities
HARRISBURG – Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) highlighted traffic signal grants provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) Green Light-Go program.
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Langerholc and Rigby announce key authorization for readiness center lease
Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) and Rep. Jim Rigby (R-71) announced the passage of legislation authorizing the State Armory Board to lease the Johnstown Walters Avenue Readiness Center to the United States Army Reserve.