State Rep. Louis Schmitt Jr.
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Recent News About State Rep. Louis Schmitt Jr.
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Pennsylvania lawmaker introduces bills for enhanced rail safety
With approximately 5,600 miles of railroad track in Pennsylvania, Representative Lou Schmitt has introduced two legislative bills aimed at enhancing rail safety standards in the state.
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First responders in 79th district receive nearly $90K in state grants
Several fire companies and emergency medical service providers in the 79th Legislative District have been awarded nearly $90,000 in funding.
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Representative Lou Schmitt criticizes Governor Shapiro's budget plan
Following Governor Josh Shapiro's budget address, Representative Lou Schmitt of Altoona expressed his concerns about the proposed financial plan.
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Lou Schmitt begins fourth term representing Pennsylvania's 78th Legislative District
Rep. Lou Schmitt has officially commenced his fourth term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 78th Legislative District.
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Allegheny Township Police receive funds for new cruisers
The Allegheny Township Police Department has secured funding for two new police cruisers, thanks to the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA).
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Rep. Lou Schmitt hosts free seminar on Pennsylvania's concealed carry laws
Residents of Altoona and the surrounding area are invited to attend a free seminar on Pennsylvania's gun laws, hosted by Representative Lou Schmitt. The event will take place at the Altoona Grand Hotel on Thursday, October 24, at 6 p.m.
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Rep. Lou Schmitt to host free document shredding event in Altoona
Residents of Altoona are invited to dispose of important documents at the upcoming "Shredding with Schmitt" event. The free event, hosted by Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona), will take place at Peoples Natural Gas Field (Curve Stadium) on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 4-7 p.m.
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Blair County history centers receive funding from PHMC
Two history centers in Blair County have received a combined $27,600 through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), announced Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-30).
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Event offers drivers chance to replace damaged license plates
Drivers with damaged or illegible license plates can have them replaced at an event hosted by Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) in Logan Township.
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Schmitt: Blair County to Receive Internet Upgrades Thanks to Grant
ALTOONA – Blair County will see improved high-speed internet thanks to a grant of more than $1.8 million approved by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA), Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) announced."This funding will help increase internet capabilities and reliability for Blair County residents," stated Schmitt. "In a world of connectivity, this improvement to our overall infrastructure package should help attract more people and businesses to the area."In addition to the $1.8 million solely for Blair County, companies that supply the internet to the...
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Schmitt Bill to Hold Shepherds of Taxpayer Dollars Accountable
Apr. 10, 2024 - HARRISBURG – In an effort to ensure accountability and transparency in the provision of services to senior citizens, Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has announced a new bill aimed at holding Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) accountable for meeting state requirements.The bill, to be introduced by Schmitt, will mandate the Department of Aging to publish a list of non-compliant AAAs and their corrective action plans on its website. Speaking about the importance of this initiative, Schmitt emphasized, "Providing transparency and accountability is imperative, to not...
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Schmitt Invites Residents to Senior Scam Prevention Seminar
Altoona, Mar. 06, 2024 - Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair) has extended an invitation to the community by teaming up with the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office to host a Senior Scam Prevention Seminar. The event is scheduled for Thursday, March 21, at Graystone Court in Altoona and aims to educate senior citizens on the prevalent scams targeting them.Speaking about the initiative, Schmitt emphasized the importance of safeguarding seniors from falling victim to scams, stating, “All too often scammers target senior citizens as victims and unfortunately bilk them out of their...
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Shapiro Spending Plan is Not Set in Reality, Schmitt Says
Feb. 6, 2024 - In response to Governor Josh Shapiro's latest budget address, Representative Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona) has expressed concerns about the excessive spending proposed by the governor. Schmitt argues that if the governor's budget proposal is approved, it would result in a depletion of the state's savings account and an increased burden on hard-working Pennsylvanians through higher taxes.Schmitt highlights that the governor's spending plan calls for an overall budget increase of $3.7 billion, bringing the total budget to $48.34 billion, with $2.4 billion allocated...
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Pennsylvania House Isn't Working
Dec. 14, 2023 / Press ReleaseBy Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Altoona)Early in 2023, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives elected a Democratic Speaker for the first time in over a decade. Speaker Mark Rozzi took the opportunity to go on a statewide tour promoting "bipartisanship," coincidentally aligning with the Democrats gaining a slim majority in the House. This led to an adjournment of the House until the Democrats lost their majority later in the year. Current Democratic Speaker Joanna McClinton then sent everyone home again, only to call them back once the Democrats...
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Funding granted for Strawberry Hills Soccer Complex development
The Strawberry Hills Soccer Complex in Logan Township has been awarded a grant of $655,800 from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).
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Altoona hosts free document shredding event led by Rep. Lou Schmitt
Area residents in Altoona are being urged to take part in the annual "Shredding with Schmitt" event, organized by Representative Lou Schmitt.
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State budget impacts Altoona schools; ALS funding restored
Following the approval of the state budget, Representative Lou Schmitt from Altoona expressed his concerns over its impact on local education.
