Struzzi ‘Cody’s Law’ Legislation Advances to State Senate

Mar. 19, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Multiple pieces of legislation authored by state Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) are on the move in the General Assembly, including House Bill 185, which would increase the penalty for anyone who causes bodily injury to an individual with a physical or intellectual disability.

Struzzi Legislation Paves Road to Recovery for Vital Businesses

Mar. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Emphasizing the need for across-the-board relief for businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Jim Struzzi(R-Indiana) is introducing legislation that would address his desire to stand up for entertainment-related job creators.

Struzzi Applauds IRRC Recommendation to Delay RGGI

Feb. 17, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Following Tuesday’s Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) request that Pennsylvania’s enrollment in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) be delayed, state Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) is demanding Gov. Wolf to take a look at the legislative ‘scoreboard’ and no longer pursue his effort.

Struzzi on Governor’s Budget Proposal: ‘We Can Do Better’

Feb. 04, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) issued the following statement on the heels of Gov. Tom Wolf’s 2021-22 budget proposal, which calls for an increase in the Personal Income Tax (PIT) and continued pursuit of a severance tax as part of a more than $40 billion spending plan:

Struzzi to Wolf: Enough is Enough!

Feb. 01, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) issued the following statement in reaction to Gov. Tom Wolf’s latest attempt to impose a job-crushing severance tax on Pennsylvania natural gas drillers:

Struzzi Sees Cody’s Law Advanced by House Committee

Jan. 27, 2021 /

HARRISBURG– State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) is honored to once again stand up for Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable citizens by introducing House Bill 185, legislation that would strengthen the penalty for anyone who causes bodily injury to an individual with a physical or intellectual disability. Struzzi's bill may now be considered by the full House following passage today by the House Judiciary Committee.

Struzzi Reappointed to PENNVEST Board

Jan. 14, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – At the request of Speaker of the House Bryan Cutler, state Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) has accepted an appointment to the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) for the 2021-22 Legislative Session. Struzzi served in a similar capacity last term following the resignation of Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong/Forest), who vacated the seat to become majority whip for the House Republican Caucus, and recommended him to fill the vacancy.

Committee Passes Struzzi Resolution to Formally Oppose RGGI

Nov. 17, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) today announced that the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee has passed his resolution opposing Gov. Tom Wolf’s plan to have Pennsylvania join the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI). House Resolution 1088, if adopted by the House, would be sent to the Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) as the House’s formal disapproval of Wolf’s plan.

Struzzi Announces Over $170,000 in School Safety Funding to Area School Districts

Nov. 16, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) today announced that school districts in the 62nd Legislative District have been awarded $171,834 in Safe Schools Target Grants, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). Grants are awarded to schools to prevent and reduce violent incidents, to purchase safety and security-related equipment, and to provide for the training and compensation of school resource and police officers.

Struzzi Announces Education Funds for Burrell Township Library

Nov. 12, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) today announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has allocated $229,000 for the construction of a new facility at the Burrell Township Library through the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund. These funds will aid the library in installing equipment, upgrading security systems and more, in addition to helping construct the new facility.

Struzzi Issues Statement on PASSHE, IUP Restructuring

Oct. 29, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – In efforts to ensure the financial stability of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) has indicated the financial need for faculty layoffs as well as significant changes to its academic programs. State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) issued the following statement on the matter:

Struzzi Releases Statement on Commonwealth’s COVID Comeback Plan

Oct. 14, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – House Republicans today laid out their pro-jobs, recovery-focused plan to revive Pennsylvania’s economy after COVID-19 mitigation restrictions negatively impacted businesses throughout the Commonwealth. Entitled “Commonwealth’s COVID Comeback” the plan comes in the form of four bills and one resolution. This legislative package aims to incentivize manufacturing and job creation in Pennsylvania without imposing any new taxes or fees.

Struzzi Responds to Governor’s Veto of RGGI Bill

Sep. 24, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) today issued the following statement in response to Governor Tom Wolf’s veto of House Bill 2025, which would have required legislative approval before Pennsylvania could enter the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) or any similar multi-state compact.

Struzzi Announces Jimmy Stewart Museum Foundation Awarded $25,000 Grant

Sep. 15, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) today announced that the James M. Stewart Museum Foundation has been awarded a grant of $25,000 from the COVID-19 Cultural and Museum Preservation Grant Program, facilitated by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA). The funds will be used to offset lost revenue due to COVID-19 closure orders.

Senate Passes Struzzi Bill to Ensure Legislative Consideration for RGGI

Sep. 09, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) today announced that the Senate has passed his House Bill 2025, which would require legislative authorization before Pennsylvania could impose a carbon tax on employers engaged in electric generation, manufacturing or other industries operating in the Commonwealth, or enter into any multi-state program, such as the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), that would impose such a tax. The bill passed with a vote of 33-17.