Grove Comments on HB 611 Line-Item Veto

Aug. 03, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The following statement is issued on behalf of House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) following the Gov. Josh Shapiro’s signature and line-item veto of House Bill 611:

Grove to Host Ceremony to Dedicate the 2nd Lt. John H. Sterner Memorial Bridge

Jul. 21, 2023 /

Harrisburg – State Rep. Seth Grove (R-York) hosted a bridge dedication ceremony to honor local World War II hero, 2nd Lt. John H. Sterner. Sterner fought in the attack on Pearl Harbor, the invasion of Normandy and lost his life in Operation Varsity, the largest airborne operation in history to be conducted on a single day and in one location. He was awarded the Purple Heart, Silver Star, Combat Infantryman’s Badge and a Normandy Invasion Citation.

Grove Comments on Failure of House Bill 612

Jul. 06, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The following statement is issued on behalf of House Republican Appropriation Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) on the failure of HB 612 on July 6, 2023.

Grove, Phillips-Hill Honored by FGA

Jun. 26, 2023 /

Grove, Phillips-Hill Honored by FGA

HARRISBURG – The Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA) recently awarded Rep. Seth Grove (R-York) the 2022 Legislator of the Year Award and state Sen. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) the Legislative Champion Award.

Grove to Host Senior Citizen Fraud Seminars June 30

Jun. 21, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Senior citizens, their families and caregivers are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming seminars hosted by state Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) to learn about scams targeting senior citizens.

Garrity, Grove Advocate for Enhancing Rainy Day Fund, Share Investment Income Success

May. 31, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania State Treasurer Stacy Garrity and House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) today advocated for bringing the Commonwealth’s Rainy Day Fund up to the national median. Garrity also shared that Treasury’s investment income estimate for the current fiscal year has increased to $437 million.

Grove Comments on Economic, Policy Issues Heading into June

May. 11, 2023 /

Harrisburg – Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) held a briefing for members of the press on May 11th, to cover a variety of issues heading into June, the most active month in terms of the state budget.

Grove to Offer Media Briefing on PA Budget

May. 09, 2023 /

WHAT: Republican Appropriations Chairman, Seth Grove (R-York), will offer a media briefing covering current state revenues and the structural deficit, budget reform legislation, and follow-up from budget hearings, including – Property Tax and Rent Rebate program changes and the 911 fee proposal.

Reps. Grove, Owlett, Flick Visit Penn College

Apr. 21, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – House Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) along with State Reps. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) and Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming) toured the Pennsylvania College of Technology on April 18, visiting a variety of its instructional areas. Penn College, located in Williamsport, offers a variety of career and technical education, from certificates in welding, to a bachelor’s degree in accounting, and even a master’s degree in nursing. The representatives observed the hands-on education students receive as they prepare to join the workforce in high-need job areas.

Department of Education Budget Hearing Wrap

Mar. 21, 2023 /

On March 20, 2023, Acting Education Secretary Dr. Khalid N Mumin appeared before the House Appropriations Committee to defend the governor’s budget proposal. House Republicans focused on Oversight and Accountability of state dollars, starting with ensuring the money we send to school districts shows results – in test scores, physical school improvements, and safety of students and faculty. A variety of policy initiatives were discussed, from Lifeline Scholarships, pupil transportation, the EITC program, and early intervention programs.

Grove Previews Budget Hearings

Mar. 16, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove previewed the upcoming PA budget hearings Wednesday, stressing the importance of oversight and accountability when it comes to the budget process in Pennsylvania.