Personal Care Collection Drive| Technolgy Strengthening Our Communities

Personal Care Collection Drive| Technolgy Strengthening Our Communities | Budget Cuts Your Taxes

Rep. Ryan Bizzarro November 20, 2025 | 4:24 PM

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HOW WE VOTED

I ran into Speaker of the House Rep. Joanna McClinton and House Health Committee Chairman Rep. Dan Frankel this week in the Capitol Complex. I remain grateful for my colleagues who continue to bring their years of knowledge, and also the enthusiasm we all need, to continue searching for the changes needed to improve the lives of people across PA.

The House returned to Harrisburg for session this week. We voted to ensure older Pennsylvanians continue to have access to the state’s prescription drug programs, lowering the price of medications for seniors. We also passed legislation to make it easier and less expensive for heirs to claim property that is rightfully theirs. We passed a measure to end discrimination over hairstyle, and we passed a measure to help assist grandparents for short-term emergencies in helping care for grandchildren living with them. To see how we voted on all measures, go here.

TECHNOLOGY STRENGTHENS COMMUNITIES

I was honored to attend the 2025 Google State Policy Summit at their Chicago HQ earlier this month. So grateful for the chance to sit down with innovators, policy leaders, and problem-solvers from across the country to discuss how technology can strengthen our communities.

From digital security to economic opportunity, AI, energy, and data centers, the conversations were forward-thinking and focused on real solutions. I’m excited to bring these ideas back home and continue pushing for policies that move Pennsylvania to the forefront and into the future.

CATCHING UP WITH LECOM

“Is there a doctor in the House?” In Harrisburg this week, yes, plenty!

If you don’t have your health, you don’t have anything. Erie is fortunate to have so much, thanks to the incredible people at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. It was great catching up with members of their leadership team today in Harrisburg to talk through ideas, challenges, and opportunities for our region. LECOM contributes over a billion dollars to the national economy — but even more importantly, they take bright students from around the world and help them become the skilled, compassionate doctors we need. I’m proud to display my 2023 honorary doctorate in my Harrisburg office, and even prouder to champion the great work LECOM is doing for Erie and beyond.

HALL OF FAME HONORS

Thanks to the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association. As part of its 100th-anniversary celebration, the Pennsylvania News Media Association honored outstanding leaders advancing First Amendment and news media causes. I was one of the free speech champions inducted into their Hall of Fame over the weekend. I missed the gala, so I was presented with the award by PNA's Jan Murphy this week. My legislation, now law, prevents the wealthy from abusing the legal system by silencing critics through the filing of frivolous defamation lawsuits. The law has already been crucial in cases statewide, including one involving the President of the United States, and another involving Dog the Bounty Hunter.

Congratulations to all the honorees shaping the legacy of Pennsylvania news, and to PNA on their centennial of service!

BUDGET WINS FOR WORKERS, ERIE COUNTY

This year's budget is helping the people who need it most - you! Almost 1 million workers will qualify for a new tax cut (details below), making life more affordable for all of us struggling with rising prices and tariffs.

HELPING OUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED

Thank you to all of those throughout the community who donated to the personal care drive. We plan to deliver all the goods to the West Millcreek Food Pantry tomorrow.

Every contribution — big or small — helps someone in our community feel cared for, supported and seen. Thank you for your generosity!

POLICY WINS IN THIS YEAR’S BUDGET

From exploring the lack of affordability to economic development in our hometowns to the need to prepare for international events in 2025, the Policy Committee examined numerous topics that became part of this year’s budget.

We started the conversation, and this year’s budget delivers, in the form of making PA more focused on aiding small businesses and creating organizations to fight hunger and support families. You can read more here.

HAVE A SAFE HOLIDAY

My team and I would like to wish you a happy Thanksgiving! I’m hoping you can gather with friends and family in the coming days to relax and enjoy all of your blessings, giving thanks for the loved ones in your life and for all that you have accomplished.

Office hours for many state and federal offices will be altered next week so staff can celebrate Thanksgiving with their families.

My office will be closed from Wednesday through Friday. My team and I will begin returning calls on the morning of Monday, Dec. 1. Please remember, if you want to reach out after hours or during a holiday, you can always leave a message online at my Community Help Center. Your request will be in our system and my team will reach out to you when we return to the office.

WORKING FOR YOU

I will always advocate for you and local projects in Harrisburg. Our region is vital to the state’s economy, so I’ve gone to work to secure the state funding we need for local schools, seniors, veterans, improved housing and local businesses. I helped secure $92 million in funding for local projects during the 2023-24 session, and this year state funding for projects in our region has surpassed $18.6 million.

You sent me to Harrisburg to make sure our region has a voice at the table and receives the funding it needs to thrive.

POLICY COMMITTEE CONTINUES WORK

This year, the House Majority Policy Committee has held 42 hearings across 32 ZIP codes in 13 counties.

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.

UP NEXT: The Committee will travel to Philadelphia, Chester and Lancaster counties in early December.

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, Dec. 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