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Proposed panel would protect, promote conventional oil production
March 31, 2014

Proposed panel would protect, promote conventional oil production

Recognizing the benefits to the Commonwealth of conventional oil production, Senator Scott Hutchinson (R-21) is introducing legislation to protect that industry from state regulations intended for companies extracting Marcellus Shale gas.  [Read More]

Local students serve as “Senators for a Day”
March 26, 2014

Local students serve as “Senators for a Day”

More than 110 students and advisors from 11 secondary schools across the 21st Senatorial District had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at legislative and state government operations during a student government seminar hosted by Senator Scott Hutchinson on March 20 at Clarion University.  [Read More]

Applications now being accepted for Small Water and Sewer Program funding
March 21, 2014

Applications now being accepted for Small Water and Sewer Program funding

The Commonwealth Financing Authority is now accepting applications for the PA Small Water and Sewer program, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson. Applications will be accepted through May 16.  [Read More]

PUC unveils electric rate educational video
March 21, 2014

PUC unveils electric rate educational video

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today unveiled a short video designed to further educate consumers on the difference between fixed and variable electric rates, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson.  [Read More]

Veterans can now apply for special license designation
March 4, 2014

Veterans can now apply for special license designation

Pennsylvania veterans can now apply for a special designation on their driver’s license to mark their service as one of the Commonwealth’s 950,000 military veterans, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson.   [Read More]

Apply now for property tax/rent rebates
February 14, 2014

Apply now for property tax/rent rebates

Applications are now available for the Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program and qualified individuals should file as soon as possible, according to Senator Scott Hutchinson. The maximum standard rebate is $650, but supplemental rebates for qualifying homeowners can boost rebates to $975.  [Read More]

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