HARRISBURG –State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) awarded $25.45 million in state funding to Pennsylvania American Water Company in Berwick to assist with the construction of a new treatment plant.
BERWICK – In his Berwick district office today, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) spoke about his plans to introduce legislation – dubbed as Aiden’s Law – to establish a “Purple Alert” system in Pennsylvania to ensure the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable citizens who go missing are brought home safely.
WHAT: Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) will discuss legislation to create a rapid notification system to help locate individuals with cognitive, intellectual or developmental disabilities who go missing. The proposal, known as a “Purple Alert” or “Aiden’s Law,” would ensure law enforcement and the public receive immediate, coordinated alerts; similar to Pennsylvania’s existing Amber and Silver Alert programs.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced he intends to introduce legislation – dubbed as Aiden’s Law – to establish a “Purple Alert” system in Pennsylvania to ensure the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable citizens who go missing are brought home.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) plans to introduce legislation to regulate skill games in Pennsylvania and create a dedicated funding stream for school choice when these machines operate within the Commonwealth’s casinos.
HARRISBURG – Members of the Northeast Republican Delegation of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives today are calling on House Democrats to stop with the delays and put the budget on the calendar for all to vote.
BLOOMSBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) and the Bloomsburg Fair Association praised veterans in the 109th District at the third annual Veterans Expo during the Bloomsburg Fair Wednesday.
HARRISBURG – To uphold the Second Amendment and protect the freedoms of law-abiding citizens, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) introduced legislation to prohibit Red Flag laws in Pennsylvania. These laws, which are being pushed by the radical left wing, allow courts to confiscate firearms based on allegations of potential harm, often without due process, and could be subject to abuse if implemented in the Commonwealth.
HARRISBURG – To show his continued support for veterans and the military, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) is partnering with the Bloomsburg Fair Association to host his third annual Veterans Expo on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) will be hosting his third annual Concealed Carry Seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 6-7:30 p.m. at The Barn at Boones Dam, located at 737 W. Fort McClure Blvd. in Bloomsburg.
HARRISBURG – The Northeast Republican Delegation of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives today issued the following statement regarding the ongoing budget impasse:
HARRISBURG – Continuing his efforts in protecting Columbia County families, State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced he is a co-sponsor of bipartisan legislation to fight against the horrors and evils associated with human trafficking.
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania is uniquely positioned to become a national leader in the rapidly developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) arena. Reps. Joe D’Orsie (R-Manchester), Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) and Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) are planning to introduce legislation that will incentivize new investment in the Commonwealth and encourage new business development without regulatory red tape.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced OHF Orchards in Bloomsburg received just over $99,500 in state funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s Fresh Food Financing Initiative (FFFI) grant program.
HARRISBURG – As working families and small businesses across Pennsylvania continue to grapple with inflation and economic uncertainty, House Republican policymakers are calling for transformational tax reforms to provide immediate relief and long-term growth.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced today the Berwick Area School District is receiving a $75,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s PAsmart Advancing Grants for Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced he is introducing legislation that would make it a third-degree felony for any individual who allows a minor to attend a drag show.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced today House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rob Kauffman (R-Franklin) appointed him to serve as the Republican chairman of the Subcommittee on Courts for the 2025-26 Legislative Session.
HARRISBURG - Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) attended a joint session of the General Assembly at which Gov. Josh Shapiro presented his budget proposal for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Leadbeter issued the following statement in response to the governor’s plan:
HARRISBURG – As the 2025-26 Pennsylvania Legislative Session gets underway, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) is already taking bold steps to address the key issues facing the Commonwealth. With co-sponsorship memos for 29 bills already, Leadbeter is demonstrating his commitment to delivering practical, conservative solutions in the upcoming legislative term.
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