Plate Event Next Week | Named to Hall of Fame | Policy Committee Examines Health Care

Rep. Ryan Bizzarro September 18, 2025 | 3:24 PM

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LICENSE PLATE EVENT SEPT. 25

Next week, 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.

HELP REDUCE WAIT TIMES

If you plan to attend my license plate replacement event, you can help reduce wait times by downloading and filling out state form MV-46.

If you are unable to fill out this form ahead of time, we can still serve you, but you will need to fill it out during the event.

HUMBLED TO BE HONORED

I am beyond honored and humbled to be inducted into the 2025 Pennsylvania News Media Association Hall of Fame. Thank you to PNA, my colleagues, and the advocates for making this possible. Being recognized alongside so many trailblazers who have dedicated their lives to truth, integrity, and public service is truly inspiring. Here’s to carrying forward the mission of service, defending free and responsible speech, and preserving the integrity of an independent press.

Read more about PNA and this year’s Hall of Fame class here.

$16,000 GRANT FOR LOCAL STUDENTS

Fly fishing involves understanding the world around us, from being able to identify the insects, baitfish and other prey that fish need to survive to reading water conditions to learning life cycles of fish and insects. Introducing students to fly fishing encourages young people to engage in the sciences.

A $16,000 state grant has been approved for the Regional Science Consortium to introduce up to 60 local kids to the sport of fly fishing. Read more here.

HONORING SEPTEMBER 11TH HEROES

On the evening of 9/11, we gathered with our community to honor the heroes of September 11th and the bravery of our first responders.

It’s a reminder that even in the darkest of times, unity and courage shine through. Grateful for the men and women who continue to serve and protect us every day.

POLICY COMMITTEE EXAMINES HEALTH CARE

The Policy Committee hosted three events this week, examining ways we can provide better services and care for people in need. Rep. Jennifer O’Mara has introduced legislation to align the state’s drug scheduling laws with FDA approval and DEA decisions, which could ultimately aid people experiencing treatment-resistant depression. Lawmakers heard directly from medical doctors during a hearing in Harrisburg on treatments that they have seen provide positive outcomes. Rep. Greg Scott hosted a roundtable and tour at Norristown State Hospital, one of only two forensic psychiatric hospitals in the state – to treat people who need mental health care and are also in the criminal justice system. Rep. Gina H. Curry hosted a hearing in the city of Chester on maternal and infant survival, exploring how the state can improve outcomes for expecting and new mothers.

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 39 hearings across 30 ZIP codes in 12 counties so far this year, and we expect to host 100+ hearings this session – which is our typical workload.

Up next: The committee is scheduled to travel to Hazelton in Luzerne County on Wednesday, and the committee will host a hearing at Rep. Joe Hohenstein’s Disability Summit 2025 at Temple University in Philadelphia on Thursday.

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.

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, Oct. 16
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