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Burns announces $421K in grants awarded to local fire and EMS companies

(1 day ago)

A leading supporter of local first responders, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, today announced a total of nearly $421,000 in state grants has been awarded to 26 fire and EMS companies across the 72nd Legislative District. Read more

 

Burns backs local pharmacy in fight against PBM

(Feb 17, 2026)

As a local pharmacy chain battles a major pharmacy benefit manager over its ability to fill prescriptions, state Rep. Frank Burns said he is preparing legislation to address the issue and has asked Gov. Josh Shapiro’s office to review the matter. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Now Open for Applications: Feb. 10 Update

(Feb 10, 2026)

A listing of state grant programs open for applications. Click here to learn more. Read more

 

Burns welcomes governor’s call to fight waste, fraud, abuse

(Feb 03, 2026)

As he works to crack down on financial waste, fraud and abuse, state Rep. Frank Burns today said he welcomes the support Gov. Josh Shapiro announced for protecting taxpayers with a state False Claims Act in his annual budget address. Read more

 

Burns: Johnstown rail project receives $2.1 million state grant

(Jan 23, 2026)

State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, announced today that a $2.1 million state grant was awarded to Lehigh Valley Rail Management for a rail rehabilitation project in Johnstown. Read more

 

Burns proposes new blueprint for Johnstown to prosper

(Jan 21, 2026)

Johnstown must reorder its priorities for its comeback to succeed, state Rep. Frank Burns said, arguing that enhanced public safety should serve as the foundation of the city’s recovery, followed closely by strong cleanup and blight elimination efforts. Read more

 

Burns, Langerholc announce $8.2 Million for water system improvements in Cambria County

(Jan 21, 2026)

State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, and state Sen. Wayne Langerholc Jr., R-35, announced $8.2 million in state funding for a critical water system improvement project in Cambria County. Read more

 

Burns lands $1 million for two local projects

(Jan 20, 2026)

Leveraging his seniority and experience in the state grant process, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, today announced $1 million in new state grants for projects aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety between First Summit Arena and the Convention Center, as well as revitalizing streetscapes in Lower Yoder Township. Read more

 

Rep. Frank Burns reminds EMS of program to help find people prone to wandering

(Jan 16, 2026)

Rep. Frank Burns is reminding municipalities about a program to help first responders locate people prone to wandering. Read more

 

Burns encourages local college-bound students to apply for PA House Scholarship

(Jan 16, 2026)

State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, is encouraging local college-bound students to apply for the annual Pennsylvania House of Representatives Scholarship program. Read more

 

Burns reminds municipalities of program to help people who wander

(Jan 14, 2026)

After a dementia patient wandered away from a local care facility this week, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, is reminding municipal officials about a program designed to help first responders locate people who are prone to wandering. Read more

 

Wandering: A problem to watch for

(Jan 07, 2026)

Sadly, our brains don’t always function the way we expect them to, especially as we age or after we experience certain traumas. Read more

 

Demonstration equips local first responders with tech to locate missing, vulnerable people

(Dec 19, 2025)

A demonstration was held Thursday for area first responders, showcasing the latest technology to help locate people who may wander away from their homes.State Representative Frank Burns partnered with Cambria County Crime Stoppers to host a training session for local first responders and others. Read more

 

Burns secures $3 million in state grants for local projects

(Dec 18, 2025)

Drawing on his seniority, experience, and strong working relationships with local officials, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, today announced more than $3 million in state grants for 20 worthwhile projects across the 72nd Legislative District. Read more

 

Burns: Cambria County organizations receive $600K for community support

(Dec 17, 2025)

State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, announced today that nearly $600,000 in tax credits was awarded to four organizations providing valuable community support in Cambria County. Read more

 

Burns bill to cut red tape for traveling physicians signed by governor

(Dec 15, 2025)

Gov. Josh Shapiro today ceremoniously signed a bipartisan bill, sponsored by state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, designed to help Pennsylvania attract world-class sporting events by streamlining the process for teams bringing traveling physicians to their games. Read more

 

Burns: Cambria County receives $774K to bolster public safety

(Dec 10, 2025)

State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, announced today that Cambria County is receiving nearly $774,000 in grants to support law enforcement and crime victims. Read more

 

Burns to host holiday open houses at his local offices

(Dec 02, 2025)

Always looking for ways to connect with his constituents, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, will host two holiday open houses at his local offices. Read more

 

Burns announces annual holiday toy drive

(Nov 17, 2025)

To help give economically disadvantaged children in Cambria County a merry Christmas, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, is once again partnering with the Toys for Tots Program to collect holiday gifts. Read more

 

Burns launches holiday food drive

(Nov 13, 2025)

To help area families in need during the holiday season, state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, has once again launched a food drive and is collecting nonperishable food items at his local offices through Dec. 12. Read more