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January 17, 2024

Hutchinson, Rapp Urge SEC to Not Allow Rich Elites Control Over Public Lands and Their Natural Resources

Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) and Rep. Kathy Rapp (R-65) have sent a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission opposing a proposed rule change under consideration by the independent agency that would not only negatively impact the Allegheny National Forest (ANF), which includes portions of Warren, McKean, Forest, and Elk counties, but also the communities that host or are adjacent to the federal lands. [Read More]

November 2, 2023

Hutchinson Statement About Commonwealth Court Ruling that RGGI Energy Tax Violates PA Constitution

The Commonwealth Court has ruled the effort by the Department of Environmental Protection and state Environmental Quality Board to have Pennsylvania join the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) without legislative approval violates the Pennsylvania Constitution. Sen. Scott E. Hutchinson (R-21) issued the following statement in response to the ruling: [Read More]

June 30, 2023

Sen. Hutchinson Issues Statement About PA Budget

Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) today issued a statement regarding the passage of a state budget bill by the Pennsylvania Senate: [Read More]

May 18, 2023

Hutchinson, Local Police Will Help Residents Replace Worn Out License Plates on June 12

State Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) and local police will host an Illegible License Plate event to help residents replace their vehicles’ hard-to-read license plates. [Read More]

April 12, 2023

Franklin Mayor Douglas Baker Receives Local Government Excellence Award

Franklin Mayor Douglas Baker has been honored for his contributions to local government throughout his career with a 2023 Governor’s Award for Local Government Excellence, announced Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) and Rep. R. Lee James (R-64). [Read More]

April 12, 2023

Southwest Butler Stormwater Planning Commission Receives Local Government Excellence Award

The Southwest Butler Stormwater Planning Commission has been awarded a 2023 Governor’s Award for Local Government Excellence, announced Sens. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) and Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47), and Reps. Stephenie Scialabba (R-12) and Aaron Bernstine (R-8). [Read More]

March 16, 2023

Clarion County Receives More Than $2.5 Million in Grants

Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) and Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-63) announced more than $2.5 million in grants have been awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) for various purposes in Clarion County. [Read More]

March 8, 2023

Senate Approves Hutchinson Bill to Expand Medical Officer Health Incentive Program Participation

The state Senate has approved Sen. Scott Hutchinson’s legislation that would allow more health professionals to participate in the Medical Officer Health Incentive Program. [Read More]

March 7, 2023

Sen. Hutchinson: Pennsylvanians Deserve Responsible State Budget

In response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s first budget address today, Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) called for a more responsible approach to solve the financial challenges facing Pennsylvania. [Read More]

January 23, 2023

Warren General Hospital Recognized for Excellence in Patient Safety

Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21) and Rep. Kathy Rapp (R-65) congratulated Warren General Hospital for being one of 21 hospitals recognized statewide by the he Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) for their stellar performance ensuring patients’ safety. [Read More]