Frontier Commonwealth Settlement Earns PUC Approval, Lawmakers Say

May. 15, 2024 /

HARRISURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has given final approval to a settlement aimed at addressing long-standing service issues with Frontier Commonwealth, according to a half dozen lawmakers who have been advocating for affected consumers.

Fritz Announces $1.2 Million in School Safety Grants for District 111

Apr. 26, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) announced today the School Safety and Security Committee (SSSC) approved more than $1.2 million in grants to improve safety and security for students and staff at schools across the 111th Legislative District.

Fritz, Baker Announce Natural Gas Extension in Susquehanna County

Apr. 11, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) and Sen. Lisa Baker (R-Luzerne/Pike/Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) announced a natural gas extension project that will benefit the Mountain View School District and surrounding residents has been approved.

Republican Bill Package Addresses Energy Affordability

Mar. 26, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – A group of state House Republicans is introducing a package of bills that will address energy affordability across the Commonwealth. These bills seek to combat Gov. Josh Shapiro’s assault on Pennsylvanians’ wallets when it comes to paying for their energy.

Lawmakers Offer Update on Proposed Frontier Commonwealth Settlement

Mar. 26, 2024 /

HARRISURG – A proposed settlement to address myriad service issues with Frontier Commonwealth has been recommended to the Public Utility Commission (PUC) for approval by the two administrative law judges on the case, according to a half dozen lawmakers who have been advocating for affected consumers.

Grant Approved To Help Park Development Project In Preston Township

Feb. 13, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – A municipal park development project in Preston Township has been given a $200,000 boost thanks to a Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program grant, according to Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20) and Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-111).

Pickett, Fritz to Co-Host Gun Law Seminar Feb. 27 in Wyoming County

Feb. 07, 2024 /

TUNKHANNOCK – In their continuing effort to educate the public regarding Pennsylvania’s firearms laws, Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) are co-hosting a Concealed Carry/Castle Doctrine Seminar in Laceyville on Tuesday, Feb. 27. The free event will take place at the Black Walnut American Legion, 328 Old Route 6 Road from 6-8 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.

Fritz Praises Auditor General for Opening Audit on Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Oct. 12, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) today praised Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor’s announcement that his office will conduct a performance audit of state contracts and oversight of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) used by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services’ (DHS) HealthChoices Medicaid Program.

Lawmakers Seek to Hold Telecommunications Utilities Accountable

Aug. 22, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – A group of state House lawmakers representing primarily rural areas of the Commonwealth has introduced a package of six bills aimed at holding telecommunications companies accountable to their customers. Some of the measures come in response to a series of public input hearings hosted by the Public Utility Commission (PUC) in Tioga, Bradford and Wyoming counties.