Rep. Milne Comments on House Passage of the Democrat Budget Plan That Will Hurt State Universities - 7/17/2009
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A record breaking $29 billion state budget that would spend more than any previous state spending plan was approved on a largely party line vote Friday in the Pennsylvania House. Rep. Duane Milne (R-Chester) said the House Democrat’s budget plan will hurt state colleges and universities and that an alternative plan would have fully funded higher education. Mike Davies reports...
Rep. Milne Comments on Democrat Proposal To Eliminate Higher Education Funding - 7/14/2009
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A controversial budget proposal which would cut all funding for higher education has been approved by the House Appropriations committee, but House Republicans claim that the plan would unfairly place the state’s college students in the line of fire. Rep. Duane Milne (R-Chester) said that it is unfair to hold Pennsylvania’s college students hostage so House Democrats can force a tax increase. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep Milne Says Federal Stimulus Must Not Be Used to Create New Programs - 3/9/2009
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Lawmakers in Harrisburg heard from local governments Monday at a hearing held by the House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee about how they see their operations affected by federal stimulus funds and some of the possible downsides to the temporary influx of money. Rep. Duane Milne of Chester County said he wants to make sure the federal money will be effectively applied to solve Pennsylvania’s problems, not grow the size of state government. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Milne Weekly Radio Report - 6/27/2008
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The weekly Legislative Report Program with Rep. Duane Milne (R-Chester) 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. Milne Weekly Radio Report - 6/20/2008
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The weekly Legislative Report Program with Rep. Duane Milne (R-Chester) 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. Milne Comments on Property Tax Relief for Seniors - 1/31/2008
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Tax Relief for Pennsylvania seniors is the focus of legislation now being considered by the State House. The bill was amended to offer low income senior citizens complete relief from school property taxes. Rep. Duane Milne (R-Chester) says this proposal focuses the property tax relief on the people who need it most. Mike Davies reports. Story and bite available.
Rep. Milne Says House Action Will Save Hazardous Site Clean-Up Program - 12/12/2007
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A bill to ensure continued funding for the state’s hazardous waste clean-up program will reach the governor’s desk this year. Rep. Duane Milne of Chester County, the author of competing legislation to fund the program, said House support for the Senate version of the bill was essential in order to speed the measure through the legislative process. Mike Davies reports... full story and bite available.
Rep. Milne Unveils Bill to Provide Permanent Funding for Hazardous Site Cleanup - 10/25/2007
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Legislation to re-establish state funding for hazardous sites cleanup was unveiled Thursday by Rep. Duane Milne of Chester County. During a press conference held at the Bishop Tube plant, a former industrial site in Chester County, Rep. Milne outlined his bill and how it would help Pennsylvania communities deal with contaminated properties. Milne’s bill would solve a funding shortfall created during last summer’s budget debate and provide a permanent funding stream for the hazardous site cleanup program in future years. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Milne Weekly Radio Report - 9/28/2007
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The weekly Legislative Report Program with Rep. Duane Milne (R-Chester) 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. Milne Says State Energy Goals Can Be Met by Stimulating the Market - 9/25/2007
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Gov. Rendell spoke before the joint session of the PA House and Senate Monday, pushing for a new tax on consumer electric bills to support energy companies and provide rebates on the purchase of energy efficient appliances. Rep. Duane Milne (167-Chester) says the resources PA has can be used by stimulating the market for energy conservation and the development of alternative energy sources. Chuck Nichols reports... story & bite available.