Rep. Cox Comments on House/Senate Conference Committee Meeting on Budget - 7/29/2009
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The joint House/Senate conference committee on the state budget met for the first time in Harrisburg on Wednesday, in an effort to achieve a compromise...
Rep. Cox Remnds Voters of Upcoming Absentee Ballot Deadline - 4/30/2009
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An important deadline is approaching for Pennsylvania voters who may not be able to make it to the polls for this spring’s primary election. Rep. Jim Cox (R-Berks) explains... Mike Davies reports – story and bite available.
Rep. Cox Says Job Help Available for Returning Veterans - 2/26/2009
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As unemployment figures skyrocket many military veterans are experiencing difficulties re-entering the civilian workforce. Rep. Jim Cox (R- Berks) says special help is available for those returning from military service. Mike Davies reports – story and longer bite available.
Rep. Cox Reminds Residents of Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion Application Deadline - 2/19/2009
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Berks County homeowners who would like to receive property tax relief are urged to be sure they have filled out a Homestead-Farmstead Exclusion application soon. Rep. Jim Cox (R-Berks) said some homeowners may need to double-check that they are signed up to take advantage of this opportunity. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Cox Comments on Appointment to Budget and Economic Policy Task Force - 1/8/2009
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Lawmakers returned to the state capitol this week to begin a new legislative session and get to work on the economic crisis facing Pennsylvania. Rep. Jim Cox of Berks County said that he has been appointed to a House Republican Budget and Economic Policy Task Force that will be developing solutions to the fiscal crisis facing state government. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Cox Says PA Deer Hunters Should Consider Sharing the Harvest This Year - 11/25/2008
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With the opening of the white-tailed deer season, Pennsylvania hunters are reminded that they can share their success in the field with those who are less fortunate. Rep. Jim Cox of Berks County said successful hunters should consider donating their deer this season. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Cox Comments on Rights of Mobile Home Owners - 9/3/2008
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Legislation to define the rights of mobile home owners who may face eviction in the face of the sale of a mobile home park was the topic of a public hearing held this week by the House Urban Affairs Committee in Harrisburg. Rep. Jim Cox (R-Berks), a member of the committee, said lawmakers are working to strike a balance between the rights of landowners and tenants when new development displaces mobile home communities. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep.Cox Says CompetePA Plan Would Make Important Changes to Economic Development Policy in PA - 3/18/2008
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Boosting job creation and stimulating business growth in Pennsylvania is the aim of a bi-partisan economic stimulus package promoted Tuesday in Harrisburg. Rep. Jim Cox of Berks County said the CompetePA plan would make the necessary changes in economic development policy to attract new businesses to the state. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep.Cox Says Democrat Healthcare Plan Will Lead to Higher Costs - 3/10/2008
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Healthcare legislation is expected to be on the House voting calendar this week in Harrisburg, with House Democrats proposing a package of bills that includes the Governor’s plan to expand state subsidized health insurance. Rep. Jim Cox of Berks County said the House Democrat plan will lead to expanded Government involvement in healthcare and higher costs. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Cox Says House Should Support Property Tax Elimination - 1/29/2008
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The House continued with a second day of debate on Property tax reform legislation in Harrisburg with spirited discussion of amendments to the bills. Rep. Jim Cox of Berks County spoke in support of an amendment to completely eliminate the property tax as a method of funding schools in Pennsylvania. Mike Davies reports... story & bite available.