Rep. Krieger Says Lawmakers Should Take the Lead in a Pension Fix by Reforming Legislative Pensions First - 7/14/2010
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In response to the looming state pension crisis facing the Commonwealth, legislation has been introduced in Harrisburg to reform the pension system for members of the General Assembly. Bill sponsor Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland), said he feels lawmakers need to take the first step in pension reform by converting their own pensions to a more affordable defined contribution system that would save taxpayer money. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Krieger Radio Report/Podcast - 6/25/2010
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This Legislative Report Program with Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) is now available for download. You may use this brief public affairs report in its entirety or edit it down for actualities to use in state government news coverage.
Rep. Krieger Comments on Taxpayer Rally in Harrisburg - 6/8/2010
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Taxpayers and lawmakers joined together for the annual Pennsylvania State Capitol Taxpayers Protest Tuesday in Harrisburg. Speaking at the event were representatives of more than 10 taxpayer groups who spoke in opposition to the budget plan put forth by the Rendell Administration to increase state spending by more than $1 billion and boost taxes to cover skyrocketing state deficits. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said he agrees the state budget is out of hand and that this is the year to hold the line on government spending. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Krieger Comments on Welfare Fraud Hearing - 6/3/2010
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Welfare fraud and abuse and how it affects state government was the topic of a public hearing held Wednesday in Mount Pleasant, Westmoreland County, by the House Republican Policy Committee. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland), who co-hosted the hearing, said the state is facing harsh fiscal realities this year and lawmakers are pursuing all avenues to reduce wasteful spending by state agencies. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Krieger Radio Report/Podcast - 5/28/2010
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This Legislative Report Program with Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) is now available for download. You may use this brief public affairs report in its entirety or edit it down for actualities to use in state government news coverage.
Rep. Krieger Comments on "Healthcare Freedom" Rally in Harrisburg - 1/27/2010
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House lawmakers joined hundreds of citizens at a “Health Care Freedom” rally Wednesday in the state capitol to support new legislation that would to help prevent a future takeover of Pennsylvania’s health care system by the federal government. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said lawmakers and citizens have deep concerns with efforts at the federal level to impose control over healthcare in Pennsylvania. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Krieger Comments on Efforts to Return PA to Part-Time Legislature - 1/25/2010
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In response to an atmosphere of tight state budgets and calls for legislative reform, a number of lawmakers in Harrisburg are calling for a return to a part-time state legislature. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said returning to a part-time General Assembly may be the best way to streamline state government. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Krieger Comments on Issues with Recently Passed Gaming Expansion Bill - 12/16/2009
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Legislation to expand gambling in Pennsylvania by legalizing table games was narrowly approved on Tuesday by the State House. Many House Republicans opposed the measure, citing problems with the amendment process that allowed for little advance review of the bill and disagreements with how the resulting revenues would be utilized and distributed. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said that this bill was passed based on false claims and poorly calculated economic projections. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Tim Krieger Weekly Radio Report - 8/7/2009
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The weekly Legislative Report Program with Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) is now available for download. You may use this brief public affairs report in its entirety or edit it down for actualities to use in state government news coverage.
Rep. Krieger Says Stopgap Budget is Good News for State Employees, Bad News for PA Taxpayers - 8/5/2009
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A stopgap state budget bill that will ensure state employees will be paid was signed today by Governor Rendell, but not before he line item vetoed appropriations for many state programs in an effort to leverage higher state spending for this year. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said this is definitely a “good news, bad news” scenario for Pennsylvania citizens and taxpayers. Mike Davies reports...