“When we held a hearing at the Central Cambria School District on the idea of Solar for Schools last year, school officials described how adding a solar array would benefit the district financially, but it was cost prohibitive,” Burns said. “We took their message to heart and now they will benefit from a state grant to help them reduce their electricity bills by generating their own electricity. It’s advanced thinking like this that will help the district save costs and enable the district to focus more on educating students and supporting their teachers.” Read more
A listing of state grant programs open for applications. Click here to learn more. Read more
Burns said those interested in attending the seminar at 6 p.m. Friday, June 6 in the Jackson Township Fire Hall, 176 Adams Ave., Mineral Point, should register to attend. Read more
EBENSBURG, May 8 – Shocked beyond belief, state Rep. Frank Burns received a phone call from Pennsylvania Department of State Secretary Al Schmidt this morning, informing him that that Cambria County had misprinted its ballots for the upcoming May 20 primary election – despite assurances from county officials that stringent corrective measures were put in place after the Nov. 5 election ballot scanning fiasco that paralyzed voting across the county. Read more
In Cambria County, Greater Johnstown Career & Technology Center was awarded $75,000 to support the collaboration between schools and a local or regional CTE partner to expand learning opportunities for students. The Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School was awarded $450,000 to expand access to CTE computer science and STEM experience for students and adults. Read more
“This fair is a yearly reminder to our seniors of all of the benefits they qualify for,” Burns said. “It’s a way to connect our seniors with a variety of up-to-date services and state-related programs that they qualify for and do it all in one place.” Read more
EBENSBURG, April 30 – State Reps. Frank Burns and Jim Rigby and Sen. Wayne Langerholc Jr. today announced that the Pennsylvania Highlands Community College in Cambria County is the recipient of a $1 million state grant to increase its capacity to provide dual credit courses. “It’s been proven that offering students the chance to earn college credit while still in high school – known as dual credit programs – improves student outcomes, not only with increased high school graduation rates, but also college completion rates as well,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “This grant funding will help more students take in-demand courses that can lead to good jobs, strengthening our workforce and improving our economy.” “This grant is a smart investment in our students and our local economy. By expanding dual credit opportunities at Penn Highlands Community College, we’re giving high school students across our region a head start on college and career training while saving money,” Langerholc said. “Dual credit programs allow students to get a taste of post-secondary life and a possible future career while still working toward their high school diploma,” Rigby said. “The program is also an asset that makes Penn Highlands even more attractive as an option for study, and I applaud them for being awarded this grant.” The Dual Credit Read more
The funding will be used to ensure the North Fork Reservoir can safely manage a probable maximum flood event. Planned upgrades include the installation of a roller-compacted concrete spillway, a new crest wall, a spillway cap, and auxiliary spillway training walls. Flood gates will also be added at the crest, along with other ancillary improvements to strengthen the reservoir’s overall flood resilience. Read more
“From shaping young minds to inspiring students to reach their full potential, teachers have a profound impact on our lives,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “I’m asking area residents to help me celebrate teachers by nominating their favorite teacher to be recognized during Teacher Appreciation Month.” Read more
Burns, D-Cambria, is sponsoring an upcoming bill to address hospital acquisition and price transparency, saying the Duke/Lifepoint Health System purchase of Conemaugh Health System in 2014 is a prime example of why additional oversight is needed. Read more
“Current state law gives county election officials too much discretion on how and when testing is performed on voting machines. We need to bring greater standardization to pre-election preparations to ensure machines will function on Election Day,” Burns said. Read more
The Pennsylvania Shooting Range Improvement Program helps local sportsmen’s clubs develop new or unique projects. The program is now open for applications. Read more
“It’s an important, telling and seemingly required document to file, so why wouldn’t the Department of State, the county commissioners – who also serve as the Elections Board – and/or the county solicitor know of its importance and existence? If a newly appointed Elections Bureau director can find it, why couldn’t all those seasoned elections professionals?” – State Rep. Frank Burns Read more
These Schools-to-Work grants awarded to Forest Hills School District and Admiral Peary Area Vocational Technical School from the PA Department of Labor and Industry will help schools expand pre-apprenticeships, classroom training and job shadowing initiatives. Read more
Click here to find out more information about Rep. Burns' Senior Fair 2025 Read more
Those interested in donating non-perishable food items may drop off their items at either of Burns’ offices: 535 Fairfield Ave. in Johnstown and 123 W. High St. in Ebensburg during regular business hours, which are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Read more
Conemaugh Township went without a road repaving program for many years, until its supervisors and appointed roadmaster J.D. Burns met with state Rep. Frank Burns, who steered them toward a state program that yielded a $350,140 grant to initiate a long-term improvement plan. Read more
EBENSBURG, March 20 – Assessing grants worth $585,360 recently announced by state Rep. Frank Burns, Croyle Township supervisor Rich Potter said it continues a pattern of help received since the memorable time Burns showed up after he started representing the township 12 years ago. Read more
“I’m proud to sponsor this bill, and I believe that everyone, regardless of political party, should support it," Burns said, noting that the proposed legislation has just been introduced. “Voter ID is about ensuring trust in our elections – and nothing is more sacred. Read more
Burns said in addition to the big bunny, lunch will be provided free for the kids – adults and children older than 13 each may join in for a $5 donation, and representatives from the Pennsylvania State Police, Game Commission and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be available to provide educational materials. Burns and his staff also will be available to answer questions and provide help with state-related programs. Read more
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