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Senator Cris Dush: Bill to Amend “No Bid Law” Passes in Senate
June 16, 2021

Senator Cris Dush: Bill to Amend “No Bid Law” Passes in Senate

Senator Cris Dush (R-25) today announced the passing of his bill, Senate Bill 478. It amends Pennsylvania’s No Bid Law (Act 78 of 1979) to authorize political subdivisions, municipality authorities, and transportation authorities to enter contracts for services when two consecutive advertisements fail to induce bids. Senate Bill 478 is a product of the bipartisan, bicameral Local Government Commission. Listen  [Read More]

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June 10, 2021

Dush: Pennsylvanians Eager for Emergency Declaration to End

The Senate voted today to end Gov. Tom Wolf’s emergency declaration while ensuring Pennsylvania can take the steps necessary to recover, according to Senator Cris Dush who strongly supported the measures.   [Read More]

Senate Approves Regulatory Reform Measures to Spur Job Creation
May 26, 2021

Senate Approves Regulatory Reform Measures to Spur Job Creation

With Pennsylvania’s employment rate lagging behind those of other states emerging from the pandemic, the state Senate this week approved several bills to rein in job-stifling regulations, Senator Dush said.  [Read More]

Library of the Senate of Pennsylvania Announces Unveiling of We Remember: Service to the State and Nation 2021, an Annual Exhibition
May 24, 2021

Library of the Senate of Pennsylvania Announces Unveiling of We Remember: Service to the State and Nation 2021, an Annual Exhibition

The Pennsylvania Senate Library is showing its annual exhibition dedicated to sharing the stories of Senate members who served our nation both in their official capacity and valiantly during wartime, according to Senator Dush.  [Read More]

Dush Urges Public Comment on Tolling Plan During PENNDOT Forum
May 13, 2021

Dush Urges Public Comment on Tolling Plan During PENNDOT Forum

Senator Cris Dush (R-25) urged area residents to make their voices heard during a PENNDOT telephone town hall about plans to toll nine bridges on Pennsylvania interstate highways – including the I-80 North Fork Bridges Project in Jefferson County.  [Read More]

Dush Votes to Preserve Prescription Drug Assistance for Seniors
May 12, 2021

Dush Votes to Preserve Prescription Drug Assistance for Seniors

The state Senate adopted a plan today that will allow thousands of older Pennsylvanians to retain eligibility for prescription drug assistance, Senator Cris Dush (R-25), who supported the measure, announced.  [Read More]

Dush Votes to Boost Funding of Breast Cancer Research
May 12, 2021

Dush Votes to Boost Funding of Breast Cancer Research

The Pennsylvania Senate today approved legislation that would help raise funds for the fight against breast cancer, according to Senator Cris Dush (R-25).  [Read More]

Senate Approves Plan to Offer Additional Year of Education Due to COVID-19
May 12, 2021

Senate Approves Plan to Offer Additional Year of Education Due to COVID-19

Parents would have the option to allow their children to repeat a grade level due to the learning disruptions created by COVID-19 under a bill approved by the Senate today, according to Senator Cris Dush (R-25) who supported the bill.  [Read More]

Dush Rallied to Protect the Right to Keep and Bear Arms
May 12, 2021

Dush Rallied to Protect the Right to Keep and Bear Arms

State Senator Cris Dush (R-25) today rallied to protect the constitutional rights of law-abiding Pennsylvania firearm owners and fight any possible infringement from the federal government.  [Read More]

Dush: DuBois Regional Airport to Receive $450,000 in State Funds for Facility Improvements
May 12, 2021

Dush: DuBois Regional Airport to Receive $450,000 in State Funds for Facility Improvements

The DuBois Regional Airport will receive $450,000 in state funds toward the improvement of its facilities, state Senator Cris Dush (R-25) announced today.  [Read More]

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