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My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Barrar Comments on Potential Effects of Refinery Closures in PA - 1/10/2012
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Potential issues stemming from the scheduled closures of the Sunoco and ConocoPhillips refining facilities in the Commonwealth was the topic of a public informational meeting hosted by Rep. Stephen Barrar at the State Capitol on Tuesday. Rep. Barrar (R-Delaware), said he is concerned by the number of jobs that may be lost, and how the lack of refining facilities in the state could cause skyrocketing energy prices in the event of an emergency.
Rep. Barrar Comments on Dedication of Vans for Disable American Veterans Transportation Service - 10/25/2011
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Fourteen new vans were dedicated and delivered to the Disabled American Veterans Transportation Service at a ceremony held on Tuesday morning at Soldiers Grove in Harrisburg. The vans, which are used to transport disabled veterans to medical appointments, were purchased with money set aside annually as a line item in the state budget. Rep. Stephen Barrar (R-Delaware), Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Services Committee, said the dedication of these vans demonstrates the Commonwealth’s commitment to providing for those who have put their lives on the line for our country. Chuck Nichols reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Barrar’s Bill to Expand PA’s Fire and EMS Company Grants Headed to Full House for a Vote - 10/18/2011
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Legislation to expand support for the state’s popular Fire and EMS Grant Program was unanimously approved by committee action this week in Harrisburg and will now head to the full House for a vote. Rep. Stephen Barrar (R-Delaware), Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Services Committee, said his bill would both expand the number of fire and EMS companies that qualify for the grants and increase the amount of funding available for these community based volunteers. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Barrar Comments on House Passage of Voter ID Bill - 6/23/2011
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Election reform legislation that would help safeguard the rights of Pennsylvania voters by requiring use of photo ID at the polls was approved this week by the state House. The bill also requires the Department of Transportation to provide voters with free photo ID’s and allows for those without a valid ID to vote by provisional ballot. Rep. Steve Barrar (R-Delaware) said this bill will is an important tool to protect the integrity of elections that has been successfully adopted in many other states. The bill now goes to the state Senate for consideration. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Barrar Comments on House Passage of a Bill to Include Cancer as Occupational Disease for PA Firefighters - 6/23/2011
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Legislation that would amend the Workers’ Compensation Act to include cancer as an occupational disease for firefighters has been passed by the Pennsylvania House. Rep. Rep. Steve Barrar (R-Delaware) said lawmakers worked hard this year to come up with a bill to extend protections to firefighters who might be exposed to dangerous cancer causing chemicals while on duty. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Barrar Comments on Introduction of a Bill to Protect the Confidentiality of 9-1-1 Callers in PA - 5/9/2011
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Legislation to close a legal loophole that allows the geographic location of 9-1-1 callers to be accessed through Pennsylvania’s Right to Know law was introduced Monday in Harrisburg. Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Services Committee Rep. Steve Barrar (R-Delaware) said this bill will protect the confidentiality of those who use the 9-1-1 emergency call system to report crimes. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Barrar Comments on Legislation to Require a Veteran on Civil Service Commission - 2/16/2011
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Legislation that would require at least one member of the State Civil Service Commission to be a veteran was passed by the Pennsylvania House on Tuesday. Rep. Steve Barrar (R-Delaware) said that returning veterans looking for employment will benefit from the inclusion on the commission of an advocate who understands their needs. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Barrar Vows to Continue the Fight to Prevent PA Taxpayer Dollars From Funding ACORN - 10/20/2009
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In the wake of the state budget, lawmakers in Harrisburg are continuing efforts to ensure taxpayer dollars do not fund the ACORN organization that has recently come under legal scrutiny at the national level. Rep. Stephen Barrar (R-Delaware), sponsor of an amendment to defund ACORN in this year’s state budget, said he will continue his efforts to have ACORN thoroughly investigated and to make sure taxpayer money is not funding any illegal activities by that organization in Pennsylvania. Mike Davies reports... story & bite available.
Rep. Barrar Comments on Efforts to Bar Funding For ACORN - 9/17/2009
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Efforts to prevent state funding from going to non-profit groups that are involved in political activity were considered Thursday by the state House in Harrisburg. Rep. Stephen Barrar (R-Delaware) said he was concerned that organizations like ACORN, which are involved in questionable activities may be receiving taxpayer funding in PA. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Barrar Calling for Attorney General Investigation of ACORN Involvement in Voter Fraud - 6/11/2009
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Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking to pass a resolution calling for the Pennsylvania Attorney General to investigate the ACORN organization’s involvement with efforts to commit voter fraud. Rep. Stephen Barrar (R-Delaware) said he is introducing the resolution calling for the probe because of ACORN’s questionable history of encouraging illegal voter registration practices across the state. Mike Davies reports... story & bite available.