Rep Dave Reed Audio Updates

Rep. Reed Comments on Meeting to Discuss Water Issues Pertaining to Marcellus Shale Drilling

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 20:25:00 EST

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Safe water use and treatment related to natural gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale was the topic of a meeting that drew lawmakers to Indiana County on Wednesday. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana), Chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee’s Energy Task Force, said that this meeting was part of an effort to make sure that all the safeguards are in place to protect water resources as the natural gas extraction industry grows to provide vital economic stability to the region. Chuck Nichols reports – story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Says His Reform Provision to Keep State Welfare Funds from Being Used to Purchase Alcohol Signed Into Law

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 21:46:00 EST

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Legislation that includes a Republican sponsored welfare reform provision to ensure debit cards issued by Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Welfare cannot be used to purchase alcoholic beverages has recently been signed into law. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said his amendment to the legislation will help to ensure that state assistance money will be appropriately spent. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Glad Gov Takes Gas Severance Tax Off the Table

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:40:00 EST

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Lawmakers in Harrisburg were relieved on Monday to hear Governor Rendell relent on his proposal to place an additional tax on Pennsylvania’s growing natural gas drilling industry. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said he was happy the Governor has come to understand that the plan to tax the fledgling Marcellus Shale drilling boom was not the best way to ensure continued economic growth. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Dave Reed Says Gov. and House Democrats Delayed Budget Action for Too Long

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:20:00 EST

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In a move designed to ensure Pennsylvania state government continues to function, Governor Rendell on Wednesday said he would support a vote next week on Senate budget legislation as a stopgap method of funding limited government operations and paying state workers. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said while he is glad the Governor now supports action to pay state workers, he feels this should have taken place weeks ago. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.

Rep. Reed Says House Democrats Using Higher Ed Funding Cut as Weapon in Budget Battle

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:04:00 EST

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The state budget crisis deepened on Monday as House Democrats introduced a last minute amendment to the Governor’s budget that eliminates all $1.2 billion in state funding for Pennsylvania higher education and colleges. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) a member of the Appropriations Committee, said he is shocked by this tactic by House Democrats that holds Pennsylvania’s college students and state universities hostage to use as bargaining chips in a bid to increase state taxes. Mike Davies reports...

Rep. Reed Comments on How His Energize PA Proposal Would Help Balance Budget

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:34:00 EST

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A proposal that would provide for a balanced state budget with no new tax increase has been unveiled in Harrisburg by House Republicans. The plan would provide more than $200 million in revenue by leasing state forest land for natural gas drilling. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana), who authored the Energize PA initiative, said his idea would protect jobs and stimulate the economy while helping to balance the budget. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.

Rep. Reed Comments on House Republican Budget Proposal

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:31:00 EST

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A balanced state budget plan that calls for no state tax increase was unveiled Friday by House Republicans in Harrisburg. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said the $27.3 billion budget proposal would continue to fund vital services, cut government operating costs to make ends meet and ensure Pennsylvania schools receive adequate funding. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.

Rep. Reed Says Gov's Threats to Schools and Services Just a Tactic to Justify His Tax Increase

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:10:00 EST

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After more than a week of no state budget, lawmakers are questioning the tactics of Governor Rendell and House Democrat leaders, who have delayed consideration of any budget bill that does not include a tax increase, claiming that schools and state services would face dramatic cuts. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said Pennsylvania taxpayers need to understand the Governor’s threats are part of a strategy to force consideration of his plan to increase income taxes and support higher state spending. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Says His Plan to Expand Gas Leasing Brings in More Money Than Gov's Gase Severance Tax

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:24:00 EST

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House lawmakers are continuing to questions the wisdom of Governor Rendell’s proposal to tax the fledgling Marcellus shale natural gas drilling industry rather than adopting a House Republican plan to increase revenues by simply opening more state land for drilling leases. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said his plan to increase state gas leasing will bring more jobs and more money to Pennsylvania. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Comments on Governor's Efforts to Sell Tax Increase

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:08:00 EST

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The budget continues to be almost the only news from Harrisburg as Governor Rendell continues to try to sell a personal tax boost to support his budget plan that calls for increased spending at a time when the state faces a $3 billion deficit. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said that families cannot afford the Governor’s excessive spending during a time of economic upheaval. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.

Rep. Reed Says Expanded Gas Drilling on State Land Better Than Gov's Proposed Tax on Gas

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:17:00 EST

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Natural gas drillers and lawmakers concerned with the economic future of Pennsylvania joined in calling for no new taxes on the fledgling Marcellus Shale Natural Gas production industry Wednesday in Harrisburg. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) is the sponsor of legislation that would expand gas drilling on state land to increase state revenues and encourage economic growth rather than follow Governor Rendell’s proposal to impose a severance tax on gas production. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Receives National Attention for Welfare Reform Efforts

Thu, 14 May 2009 19:27:21 EST

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During tough economic times, and with scrutiny of Government expenditures increasing, common-sense legislation to increase accountability of how state welfare money is spent has been passed by the PA House. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana), prime sponsor of House Bill 74, is receiving national attention for his legislation that would ban the use of welfare Electronic Benefit Cards at liquor stores and beer distributors in the commonwealth. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.

Rep. Reed's Bill to Prevent the Purchase of Alcohol with Welfare Benefits Cards Approved by House

Wed, 06 May 2009 22:36:39 EST

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Legislation to prevent the misuse of publicly funded electronic benefits cards issued to those on public assistance or receiving child support payments in Pennsylvania was unanimously approved this week by the Pennsylvania House. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County is the sponsor of the bill. Reed’s legislation now goes to the state Senate for consideration. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Joins Call for Early House Work on State Budget

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 23:07:47 EST

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Dozens of Republican lawmakers have joined a call for House Democrat leaders to get down to work on the state budget and use the legislative committee structure to actually discuss needed budget cuts before the June 30th constitutional deadline. Rep. David Reed (R-Indiana) said this year’s unprecedented economic crisis means the budget needs careful consideration in order to make the right cuts for Pennsylvania’s citizens and taxpayers. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Sponsors Proposal to Expand Marcellus Shale Natural Gas Exploration

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 22:49:53 EST

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A plan that would expand the amount of state forest land available for natural gas drilling, share an estimated $260 million in revenue with local governments, and help to create 7000 new private sector jobs in Pennsylvania’s emerging Marcellus Shale natural gas drilling industry has been introduced in Harrisburg. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana), prime sponsor of the legislation, said this plan will tap into the vast resources already owned by the state, providing revenues to state and local governments. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.

Rep. Reed Comments on How to Fill Budget Deficit

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:02:46 EST

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As lawmakers await the budget address on Wednesday, many in Harrisburg are beginning to react to the contents of the Governor’s budget, including some of the funding cuts and new taxes he intends to impose in order to make up for a predicted revenue shortfall in his spending plan. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County said he feels the state needs to make reductions in spending and not increase taxes. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.

Rep. Reed Plans to Sacrifice Cost of Living Increase to Help State Budget

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:54:39 EST

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Lawmakers are reacting to calls for elected officials to forgo automatic cost of living increases as a way to help balance the state budget at a time when a souring economy is causing a dramatic reduction in state revenues. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County announced this week that he is planning to reject this year’s COLA and return the funds to the state treasury. Mike Davies reports – story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Says Protecting Consumers from Skyrocketing Electricity Rates Needs to be on the Fall Legislative Agends

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 21:15:58 EST

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As the Pennsylvania House returns to Harrisburg this week lawmakers are focusing on what needs to be done before the end of the legislative session. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County said legislators have allot on the table but need to focus on protecting PA consumers from skyrocketing electricity rates. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Reed Bill to Increase Penalties for Hit and Run Deaths the Topic of Hearing

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 22:29:13 EST

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Legislation to increase penalties for motorists convicted of killing someone in a hit and run accident was the topic of a hearing held Monday in Harrisburg by the House Judiciary Committee. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County is the sponsor of the bill. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Comments on House Passage of Energy Bills

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 19:28:47 EST

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Two bills designed to help reduce dependence on foreign energy sources have been passed by the Pennsylvania House. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) voted in support of the bills to promote the use of biodiesel and clean coal technologies. Development of clean coal and other alternative energy sources is a key factor in the House Republican Energy Task Force plan to diversify Pennsylvania’s energy production. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Cut Available.

Rep. Reed Comments on Legislation to Improve Mine Safety

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:19:15 EST

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Legislation to update safety regulations in Pennsylvania's coal mines was approved this week in Harrisburg. Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) said that recent accidents have called attention to the issue of upgrading safety standards to protect the thousands of miners working across the state. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Cut available.

Rep. Reed Comments on Delay of Budget Debate

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:28:55 EST

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The House returned to voting session in Harrisburg on Monday with no agreement on a state budget plan in site. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County said shrinking revenues may require some reductions and reordering of priorities in next year’s state budget. Mike Davies Reports- Story and Bite Available.

Rep. Reed's Bill to Prevent State Benefits Cards From Being Used to Purchase Alcohol Approved by Committee

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:31:29 EST

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Legislation to prevent the misuse of publicly funded electronic benefits cards issued to those on public assistance or receiving child support payments in Pennsylvania has been approved in committee and will move forward for consideration by the full House. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County is the sponsor of the bill. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Bill to Prevent Liquor Purchases With State Benefits Cards Facing Committee Vote

Thu, 01 May 2008 19:17:59 EST

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The misuse of publicly funded electronic benefits cards issued to those on public assistance or receiving child support payments in Pennsylvania is the target of legislation recently introduced in Harrisburg. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County is the sponsor of the bill. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.

Rep. Reed Says Now That Budget Hearings Are Complete, Legislators Look to Build a Responsible State Spending Plan

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 23:26:53 EST

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The House Appropriations Committee is wrapping up budget hearings in Harrisburg, with testimony from the Department of Welfare and Budget Secretary Michael Masch. Rep. Dave Reed of Indiana County says after three weeks of hearings legislators are looking to get down to business on drafting a final version of the state budget. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.