Job Creation | Plate Event Sept. 25 | My Team is Ready To Help You

Rep. Ryan Bizzarro September 5, 2025 | 3:25 PM

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LOOKING TO INCREASE JOBS IN PA

The PA House Democratic Policy Committee heard testimony on how to keep our region and the state of Pennsylvania competitive when it comes to job creation during our swing through Allegheny County.

Job creation is happening in and around Pittsburgh International Airport thanks to innovation, manufacturing and energy initiatives. The airport is a hub for more than just transportation. We heard testimony from Mainspring Energy, a California-based company bringing close to 1,000 jobs to the region when its $174 million linear generator plant is in place. This includes not only 300 building trades jobs to build the plant, but also 600+ permanent jobs when it's up and running adjacent to the airport. The Trump administration has yet to release the funding that was first approved through the Biden administration, which is holding up ground breaking – but the company is hopeful the funds will ultimately be released.

We need to keep PA competitive for high-impact projects, and the committee heard more from the Allegheny Conference on Community Development on what's working and how PA can improve.

Another potential job generator is data centers, which will be in Pennsylvania's future. Lawmakers are tasked with building a framework that works for us all. The committee hosted a roundtable to hear from workers and organized labor officials, energy providers, environmental advocates and the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau.

Workers and union leaders noted PA is in competition with other states for data centers and, consequently, job creation. Even though states are racing to build data centers, there's a need for us to do this right.

LICENSE PLATE EVENT SEPT. 25

Later this month, on Thursday, Sept. 25, we will be hosting our annual license plate replacement event.

We heard from many people about adjusting our time so people could attend after work. This year we are hosting it from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The event is free, and most worn & damaged plates can be replaced at no cost. Please note, there is a fee if you want to replace a personalized plate with another personalized plate.

Police do the inspection of the old plate on-site.
You keep your old plate on your car and drive away, and we cut the red tape.
?We mail the paperwork to Harrisburg.
?We let you know when your new plate has arrived at our office.

Have questions? Contact us here.

POLICY COMMITTEE TRAVELS TO PITTSBURGH

The House continues to examine ways we can help Pennsylvania and cities like Pittsburgh and Erie return as national leaders in delivering economic opportunities and development for our communities. A one-of-its-kind tax credit program created in 2016 has helped waterfront development. But demand for the program is greater than its availability, and developers are hopeful an expansion of the measure would help meet the rising demand across Pennsylvania.

Rep. Dan Goughnour and Rep. Emily Kinkead brought the committee to Riverlife's Shore Thing, a floating platform barge along the Allegheny River – located between the Roberto Clemente and Andy Warhol bridges. We heard from Duquesne Light Company's Angela Feldbauer and Riverlife CEO Matthew Galluzzo on this project and the estimated $1.5 million that has been invested on projects to improve the city all within eyesight of Shore Thing.

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 33 hearings across 25 ZIP codes in 9 counties so far this year, and we expect to host 100+ hearings this session – which is our typical workload.

Up next: The committee heads to southeast PA, including a stop in Bucks County Monday.

HOPING FOR ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR

I'm hoping all our students, teachers, staff and parents had a great first day of school! I'm hoping this year is filled with learning, growth, new friendships, and plenty of great memories. Here’s to a successful school year ahead!

HOW WE VOTED

The House will return to session later this month. The House has scheduled session days in September, but we will also return to the chamber sooner if the Senate GOP can agree on multiple issues. You can see how the House votes here.

WE ARE READY TO HELP YOU

If you need assistance with state programs, my office can help!

Last year, we:

helped 1,200+ people apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program,
resolved 4,500+ issues with PennDOT, and
completed 38,000+ items of casework.

Trust the professionals! Bring your issues to my team, we can help.

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, Sept. 18
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