Memorial Day | Severe Weather Aftermath

Memorial Day | Severe Weather Aftermath | Thank You for Voting

Rep. Ryan Bizzarro May 22, 2025 | 12:38 PM

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EXAMINING STORM RESPONSE

The PA House Democratic Policy Committee traveled to O'Hara Township outside Pittsburgh last night to host a hearing on the storm response after severe weather strikes. More than 700,000 people in the region experienced power outages following an April 29 storm, and some power outages stretched on for weeks – despite energy providers noting they tripled their workforce in the aftermath of the storm. We sat down with Rep. Mandy Steele and officials from Duquesne Light Company and FirstEnergy to ask questions and look for solutions with a room full of concerned residents.

THANK YOU!

Thank you to everyone who voted on Tuesday. Never underestimate the importance you play in our democratic process. Whether your candidate won or lost, your participation strengthens our community. Having informed citizens involved in the decision-making process helps improve the neighborhoods we call home.

PULLING FOR PRESIDENT BIDEN

For anyone who has ever needed treatment or sat with a loved one in the fight of their life, cancer sucks. It’s an evil and unfair disease.

God bless President Biden and his family as they navigate their way through treatment. You’re in our prayers, Mr. President – we’re pulling for you.

HOW WE VOTED

The House returns to Harrisburg to vote during session on Monday, June 2. June is typically a hectic time of year, with a full month of session as budget negotiations continue.

You can see how the House votes for each bill here.

SENIOR VOUCHERS

Senior vouchers are available once again this year in our region for the purchase of fresh foods and vegetables. Find more information here.

MEMORIAL DAY

Please remember to take time this holiday weekend to reflect and pay your respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice while fighting and defending our nation to protect our freedom.

My office, like many state and federal offices, will have altered hours during the holiday weekend. My office will be closed Friday and Monday. PennDOT and License Centers also announced their altered schedule.

ROUTE CHANGES

News courtesy of the Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority, route changes will take place June 7, 2025:

Route 33 - Presque Isle Express
Route 20L - Cultural Loop
Route 105 - Corry
University Services Routes 18, 19 & PennWest Edinboro Express will no longer run at the end of each university’s semester.

The Presque Isle Express is FREE and runs Wednesdays & Saturdays until Aug. 22.

Read more here.

POLICY COMMITTEE WORK

As a member of the House Majority Leadership team, I serve as Chairman of the House Majority Policy Committee. We travel the state, exploring issues and talking to members of the community, workers, advocates and experts on a variety of topics. We examine issues to see if there is a legislative solution to improving lives across the commonwealth. We have hosted 22 hearings across 15 ZIP codes in 7 counties so far this year, and we expect to host 100+ hearings this session – which is our typical workload.

READY TO HELP YOU GET YOUR REBATE

My office helped more than 1,200 people receive their Property Tax & Rent Rebate last year. This state program helps older Pennsylvanians, widows, widowers and people with disabilities recover a portion of what they paid in property taxes or rent during the previous year. Contact us if you have questions or need help applying. Please remember, no appointments are necessary, if you need assistance stop by or contact us!

My office in Millcreek Township is located in Peninsula Plaza at 1101 Peninsula Drive, Suite 213, Erie, PA 16505. We are open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

SAFEGUARDING OUR SCHOOLS

When private for-profit schools and their dark money backers came after Fairview and Millcreek School Districts to siphon off taxpayer dollars to make a profit off taxpayers. I stopped them. We need to protect our high-performing schools!

My team and I deliver for local people & projects. We cut the red tape in Harrisburg to secure the support our region needs.

When our schools need funding ...
When our police officers need a new vehicle to preserve lives ...
When our firefighters need funds for life-saving equipment ...

We delivered to the tune of more than $92 million during the 2023-24 legislative session.

MY TEAM IS IN FAIRVIEW EVERY WEDNESDAY

I wanted to remind folks that my team and I hold Wednesday office hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fairview Township Building, 7471 McCray Road, Fairview, PA 16415.

The cornerstone of my office is service to you, our neighbors. By holding office hours at the township, we're making it easier for folks to reach us, so we can help them.

MONTHLY VETERANS SERVICE PROGRAM

On the third Thursday of each month, my team and I are proud to host a Veterans Service Officer from the VFW to be available to members of our community.

I am happy to help provide this assistance to our area veterans, who have sacrificed so much for our nation. The next appointments will be:

Thursday, June 19
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
1101 Peninsula Drive
Reserve a spot: 814-835-2880

MULTIPLE WAYS WE CAN HELP

Do you or does someone you know need help accessing state programs or services? Have a question about a state program or law and don’t know where to go? My team and I stand ready to help on a range of issues, including:

Unemployment or the PUA system.
FREE notary (excludes title transfers).
Property Tax/Rent Rebates for seniors.
Voter registration and vote by mail.
Problems with the Department of Human Services (food stamps, medical and income assistance).
Car registrations, special tags, handicap placards, titles and driver’s license applications.
Information on financial assistance for higher education.
Obtaining and completing state forms of all kinds.
Birth and death certificates.
Pennsylvania income tax questions or problems.
Complaints or questions about utilities and the Public Utility Commission.
Complaints and problems with insurance companies.
Renewal of state-issued licenses or certifications.
Problems or questions about the state lottery.
PACE cards for senior citizens.
Consumer complaints.

For help, or to speak with me or a staff member about an issue, please don't hesitate to contact my office.

MY TEAM & I CAN HELP YOU!

Helping people apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and all the PennDOT services they need are just two of the ways my team and I serve the community. We help thousands of people each year. We can help you fill out the forms you need and get them to Harrisburg for FREE.

If you have any state government-related questions, stop by and let us help you.

SUBMIT REQUESTS ONLINE OR IN PERSON

My team and I are always working for you! My Millcreek office at 1101 Peninsula Drive, Suite 213, Erie is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can also call 814-835-2880 or email RepBizzarro@pahouse.net if you need help with state government concerns.

Have questions outside of office hours? We have an online form – the Community Help Center – so that you can submit your request(s) for help with state-related programs and services 24/7. This form is available by clicking below or visiting my website – www.repbizzarro.com.

REP. BIZZARRO'S COMMUNITY HELP CENTER