My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Krieger Comments on Castle Doctrine Legislation Signed Into Law Tuesday by Governor Corbett - 6/29/2011
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Castle Doctrine legislation that more broadly defines the circumstances where Pennsylvania citizens may choose to exercise their right of self protection was signed into law by Governor Corbett Tuesday in Harrisburg. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said this legislation will ensure those citizens who act to protect themselves and their families from criminals need not fear prosecution for their actions. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Krieger Comments on His Bill to Tighten Rules on Outside Legal Contracts Granted by State Government - 6/14/2011
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Legislation that would ensure open and competitive selection procedures for legal services performed under state contract by private attorneys was recently approved by the Pennsylvania House. Bill sponsor Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said his legislation would amend the state procurement code because a lack of uniform policies regulating the hiring of private attorneys has created a system that is ripe for potential abuse and conflict of interest. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Tim Krieger Legislative Radio Report/Podcast - 5/27/2011
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A new Legislative Report Program with Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) is now available on the House Republican Radio News Service. You may use this brief public affairs report in its entirety or edit it down for actualities to use in your state government news coverage.
Rep. Krieger Comments on House Passage of the State Budget Plan - 5/25/2011
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The Pennsylvania House approved its version of the state budget Tuesday in Harrisburg. The $27.3 billion budget plan includes no new or increased taxes and stays within spending limits set by Governor Corbett earlier this year. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said he is pleased to see a state budget plan approved that increases support for education, addresses fraud and abuse in the welfare system and holds the line on state spending. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Krieger Comments on Second Amendment Rally in Harrisburg - 5/10/2011
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Hundreds of sportsmen and supporters of the second amendment rallied on the Capitol steps Tuesday calling for action on Castle Doctrine legislation now moving through the legislative process in Harrisburg. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said he was glad to see a good turnout in support of bills to preserve the rights of self protection for citizens as well as the basic right to possess and transport firearms. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Krieger Introduces Bill to Reform the Legislative Pension System and Save Taxpayer Money - 9/28/2010
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In response to the public pension crisis looming over state government, state lawmakers this week introduced legislation to make significant reforms to how legislative pensions are administered. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) is the prime sponsor of the bill that would save money by changing the pensions for members of the General Assembly from the traditional defined benefit plan, to a more affordable 401K-type defined contribution plan that is more common in private industry. Mike Davies reports ... story and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Krieger to Host Public Hearing on PA Instant Check System for Firearms Purchases - 8/25/2010
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A public hearing focusing on the effectiveness of system now used by licensed gun dealers for running background checks on firearms purchasers in Pennsylvania will be held Thursday afternoon at the Hempfield Hunt Club in New Stanton. Rep. Tim Krieger (R-Westmoreland) said the House Republican Policy Committee will be hearing testimony from law enforcement agencies, firearms dealers and sportsmen’s organizations about how well the current background check system is functioning. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
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.