March 12th, 2010
Now an extension of the Raystown Lake Region Home and Garden Show
Huntingdon, PA, March 12, 2010 – On Friday, March 19, 2010, Senator John H. Eichelberger, Jr. and the Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce will co-host an Energy Expo at the Peebles Plaza where residents can learn about energy saving measures. Electricity is on the minds of consumers these days as utility rate caps are scheduled to expire on January 1, 2011. This is one reason why Senator Eichelberger and the Chamber feel that energy is a top priority and that individuals and families need to know how to prepare.
Who: Senator Eichelberger and the Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce
What: Energy Expo
When: 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Peebles Plaza
The Energy Expo will provide information about energy assistance offered through utility companies and government programs. For example, homeowners taking steps to ensure their homes are energy efficient may qualify for the Keystone HELP Program. This program, which is primarily supported by the Pennsylvania Treasury Department, provides homeowners with unsecured lines of credit at competitive interest rates. There are no fees, closing costs or penalties for early payment. This is just one of many government programs available to Pennsylvanians. Admission to the Energy Expo is free.
Please contact Wendy Reitz, Legislative Aide, at 1-866-509-EICH(3424) or email wreitz@pasen.gov for further information.
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March 12th, 2010
All Fire and Emergency Services Personnel Invited
Breezewood, PA, March 10, 2010 – State Senator John H. Eichelberger, Jr. is sponsoring an Emergency Services Workshop for fire and EMS organizations within the state’s 30th Senatorial District which includes Bedford, Blair, Fulton, and Huntingdon Counties and a portion of Mifflin County.
Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Breezewood Fire Hall
150 Municipal Road
Breezewood, PA
This free workshop will offer information on resources available for emergency service organizations. The State Fire Commissioner, Mr. Edward Mann, will provide information on various state grant programs and state cost-saving programs, as well as some federal grants and loans. In addition to funding and resource information, the workshop will also provide an update on legislative issues that affect fire and ambulance services.
For additional information or to register for the event, please contact Michele Ivory at 1-866-509-EICH(3424) or email mivory@pasen.gov.
January 26th, 2010
For Immediate Release
Contact: Jason E. High
jhigh@pasen.gov
866-509-EICH (3424)
** NEWS RELEASE**
EICHELBERGER INTRODUCES MARRIAGE AMENDMENT
SB 707 Protects Definition of Marriage in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, PA – Tuesday, January 26, 2010, State Senator John H. Eichelberger, Jr. formally introduced Senate Bill 707, a joint resolution to amend the Pennsylvania Constitution to include the definition of marriage as being between one man and one woman.. The bill has 15 co-sponsors, and is expected to be referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
“Pennsylvania voters have the opportunity to decide how they want marriage to be defined and not allow an activist judge to make that decision for them,” Eichelberger said. “Thirty one other states have already gone through a similar process and in each state, the definition of marriage was upheld.”
SB 707 would insert the following language into Article I of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: “Only a union of one man and one woman shall be valid and recognized as a marriage in this Commonwealth.”
As a joint resolution, SB 707 must pass both chambers of the General Assembly in two successive legislative sessions, and will appear as a referendum on the ballot. If passed, the language will be added to the Constitution.
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November 13th, 2009
Looking forward to addressing constituents
On Tuesday, November 17, 2009, Senator John H. Eichelberger, Jr. will hold a Town Hall meeting in Hyndman, Pennsylvania primarily focusing on the state budget and the “Marriage Protection Amendment” legislation that he is sponsoring.
“It has been a difficult year for the budget process because of the Governor’s unwillingness to meet a constitutional deadline. This town hall meeting will give me an opportunity to explain the behind-the-scenes process and address concerns. Citizens will also learn about my upcoming legislation, the ‘Marriage Protection Amendment’, and how it will allow them to decide how to define marriage and why it is important to all Pennsylvanians,” says Eichelberger. There will also be time for questions on other subjects from the audience.
WHO: State Senator John H. Eichelberger, Jr.
WHAT: Town Hall Meeting
WHEN: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Hyndman Fire Hall
Center Street
Hyndman, PA 15545
Media RSVP is appreciated. Please call Legislative Aide, Sharon Turkovich at 814-623-5004 or email sturkovich@pasen.gov.
October 20th, 2009
Contact: Jason High
JHigh@pasen.gov
814-695-8386
**NEWS RELEASE**
Senator Eichelberger to Discuss Budget and Marriage Amendment in Warriors Mark
Looking forward to addressing constituents
On Wednesday, November 4, 2009, Senator John H. Eichelberger, Jr. will hold a Town Hall meeting in Warriors Mark, Pennsylvania primarily focusing on the state budget and the “Marriage Protection Amendment”, legislation that he is sponsoring.
“It has been a difficult year for the budget process because of the Governor’s unwillingness to meet a constitutional deadline. This town hall meeting will give me an opportunity to explain the behind-the-scenes process and address concerns. Citizens will also learn about my upcoming legislation, the “Marriage Protection Amendment” and how it will allow them to decide how to define marriage and why it is important to all Pennsylvanians,” says Eichelberger. There will also be time for questions on other subjects from the audience.
WHO: State Senator John H. Eichelberger, Jr.
WHAT: Town Hall Meeting
WHEN: Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Warriors Mark Fire Hall
4571 Fire Hall Lane
Warriors Mark, PA 16877
Media RSVP is appreciated. Please call Legislative Aide, Wendy Reitz at 814-695-8386 or email wreitz@pasen.gov.
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