State Rep. Aaron Bernstine
Recent News About State Rep. Aaron Bernstine
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Forward Township receives grant for park rehabilitation
Forward Township in Butler County has been granted $216,100 for the rehabilitation of Ash Stop Park.
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State grant awarded for Wampum Borough's water system upgrade
Rep. Aaron Bernstine has announced that Wampum Borough in Lawrence County will receive a $400,000 state grant to address critical infrastructure needs. The funds will be used for a comprehensive upgrade of the borough's water system, specifically focusing on replacing outdated lead water lines with modern materials.
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Bernstine announces free document shredding event for identity protection
Rep. Aaron Bernstine is set to host a free shredding event on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Forward Township Municipal Building in Evans City. This initiative aims to provide residents of the 8th Legislative District an opportunity to protect themselves against identity theft by securely destroying personal documents.
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Bernstine announces PENNVEST grant for Butler County Conservation District
Rep. Aaron Bernstine has announced a $1.12 million grant from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support the Butler County Conservation District. The funding aims to enhance agricultural practices and environmental sustainability at Four Seasons Dairy Farm by consolidating heifers into one location and improving waste management processes.
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Lawrence County schools receive farm-to-school grants for local food initiatives
Reps. Aaron Bernstine and Marla Brown have announced the recipients of Farm-to-School Grants in Lawrence County. These grants, provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, aim to improve access to local food and offer agricultural learning experiences for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
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Bernstine announces concealed carry seminar in Butler County
Rep. Aaron Bernstine of Butler/Lawrence is reminding residents about the upcoming Concealed Carry Seminar scheduled for Wednesday, October 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Penn Township Municipal Building.
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Bernstine to host seminar on concealed carry laws in Butler County
Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a Concealed Carry Seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Penn Township Municipal Building in Butler County.
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Rep. Aaron Bernstine proposes legislation to enhance PA's election security
HARRISBURG – With the presidential election approaching in November and Pennsylvania again in the national spotlight as a critical swing state, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (Butler/Lawrence) is introducing a legislative package aimed at enhancing the transparency and security of Pennsylvania’s election process.
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Bernstine supports Kelly's leadership in Trump assassination attempt probe
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today expressed his full confidence and support in Congressman Mike Kelly’s (R-Butler/Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer/Venango) leadership as he spearheads the investigation into the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump in Butler on July 13. The shooting tragically resulted in one death and two serious injuries.
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Bernstine and Mustello host telephone town hall meeting for constituents
Reps. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) and Marci Mustello (R-Butler) are organizing a telephone town hall meeting on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. to engage with constituents and discuss recent developments from Harrisburg and the local community.
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Rep. Aaron Bernstine criticizes Pennsylvania's fiscal year 2024-25 state budget
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) issued a statement today regarding his negative vote on the fiscal year 2024-25 state budget.
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Bernstine Helps to Secure Millions in Project Funding for Wampum Borough
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) has announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has allocated $5 million in grant and low-interest loan funding for crucial waterline and sewer projects in Wampum Borough.The funding will be distributed as follows: Wampum Borough will receive a $1.6 million grant to upgrade the drinking water system, specifically targeting the removal of approximately 50 lead service lines along Clyde, Kay, and Main streets. New copper service lines will be installed in their place. Additionally, the...
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Bernstine to Host Concealed Carry Seminar April 13
Representative Aaron Bernstine from the 8th Legislative District of Pennsylvania is set to host a concealed carry seminar on Saturday, April 13, in Butler. The seminar aims to better inform area gun owners about Pennsylvania's firearms laws, including concealed carry regulations. The event will take place at the Penn Township Municipal Building, located at 157 East Airport Road, starting at 10 a.m."The goal of concealed carry training is not only to teach about guns and safety, but also about state laws regarding concealed carry regulations, how they differ among states...
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Rep. Aaron Bernstine Challenges Constitutionality of ‘Self-Assembled Firearms’ Legislation
Representative Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) has raised concerns over the constitutionality of House Bill 777, which aims to regulate "self-assembled firearms" parts in Pennsylvania. The bill, which recently passed the House by a narrow 104-99 vote, has sparked a debate on the balance between gun rights and government oversight.In a statement following the House vote, Bernstine highlighted the conflict between the proposed legislation and the constitutional rights of citizens. He cited Article 1, Section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution, stating that the right to...
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Bills Aim to Support, Promote Startup Initiatives Across Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG – A group of state House Republicans have unveiled a series of bills aimed at bolstering and advancing startup initiatives throughout Pennsylvania. The legislators believe that these bills will capitalize on the state's assets and help it keep pace with other startup-friendly regions such as Silicon Valley and New York.The bills, introduced by Reps. Mike Armanini, Valerie Gaydos, Aaron Bernstine, Marla Brown, and Michael Stender, cover a range of measures to support startups in the Commonwealth. Representative Armanini, for instance, proposed the establishment...
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Bernstine to Host Town Hall Meetings
Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) has announced that he will be hosting town hall meetings in April for residents of the 8th Legislative District. Speaking about the importance of these meetings, Bernstine stated, “It is my responsibility to hear your concerns and questions and take them to Harrisburg, and face-to-face opportunities are the easiest way for me to do that. We should take this time to learn from each other so that we can focus on solutions that benefit everyone.”The schedule for the town hall meetings is as follows:- Tuesday, April 2, 6 p.m., Forward...
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Bernstine Announces Local Fire, EMS Companies Receive Much-Needed State Grants
HARRISBURG – In a recent announcement, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) revealed that 24 fire and emergency medical services (EMS) companies in the 8th Legislative District of Pennsylvania will collectively receive approximately $350,085 in state grants through the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program. The grants were made available through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) within the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), and the funding program was established by the General Assembly.Bernstine expressed his...
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Bernstine Says Governor’s Budget Proposal is a ‘Liberal Wish List’
In a statement issued today, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) criticized Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed $48.34 billion state budget, calling it a "liberal wish list" that will burden hardworking taxpayers. Bernstine likened the governor's plan to "Bidenomics" and argued that it would replicate the economic struggles of California, where Shapiro's campaign donations originate.According to Bernstine, the budget proposal includes measures such as Philadelphia mass transit bailouts and doubling the minimum wage, which he believes will have detrimental effects on the...
