HARRISBURG - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced nearly $1.2 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grants have been approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to support water infrastructure, road maintenance, public safety and municipal services in Butler and Lawrence counties.
LAWRENCE/BUTLER COUNTIES - Reps. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) and Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced state funding totaling $19,000 for historical organizations in Lawrence and Butler counties through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission’s Cultural and Historical Support Grant Program.
HARRISBURG - State Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today called on the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to use its full enforcement authority against Stackhouse Management LLC and affiliated Jones Estates entities over the water crisis at Rolling Valley Estates in Connoquenessing Township.
HARRISBURG - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a telephone town hall meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 7:15 p.m. to provide constituents with an opportunity to hear the latest updates from Harrisburg, discuss issues affecting the community and ask questions directly.
BUTLER COUNTY - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced $468,928 in state funding has been awarded to Muddy Creek Township through the PennDOT Multimodal Transportation Fund to repair and resurface Hufnagel Road.
HARRISBURG - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced eight school districts in the 8th Legislative District will be receiving nearly $1.9 million combined in School Safety and Mental Health Grants through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School Safety and Security Committee.
HARRISBURG - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced a $1.5 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant has been awarded to support the redevelopment of the former International Metals facility in Ellwood City.
HARRISBURG - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) voted against the General Appropriations bill for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The measure passed the House and now heads to Gov. Josh Shapiro for his signature. Bernstine issued the following statement:
HARRISBURG - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced communities in the 8th Legislative District in Butler and Lawrence counties will receive nearly $1.4 million in Marcellus Shale impact fee revenue through the annual distribution approved by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC).
HARRISBURG - Legislation sponsored by Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) to crack down on the commercial exploitation of booking photographs, commonly known as mugshots, unanimously passed the House today.
BUTLER – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced three upcoming community events, including two town hall meetings and a veterans event.
ELLWOOD CITY – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is inviting residents to join him in Ellwood City for an upcoming town hall meeting on Monday, May 11, from 6-7 p.m., at the Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department, 5153 Ellwood Road.
BUTLER – With the summer fishing and boating season quickly approaching, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will be hosting a free Fish and Boat Safety Seminar to help residents prepare for a safe and successful outdoor recreation.
BUTLER – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a concealed carry seminar on Wednesday, April 15, from 5:30-7 p.m., at the Unionville Volunteer Fire Company, 102 Mahood Road, Butler.
ELLWOOD CITY – Gun owners and those interest in learning more about Pennsylvania’s gun laws are invited to a concealed carry seminar hosted by Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence).
MARS - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a Firearm Owners Against Crime event on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 6:30-8 p.m., at the Mars Road and Gun Club, 205 Gun Club Lane, Mars.
BUTLER/LAWRENCE COUNTIES - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced fire and emergency response organizations throughout the 8th Legislative District have been awarded nearly $244,000 in grants from the state.
ELLWOOD CITY – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a town hall meeting for Lawrence County residents on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the Wurtemburg-Perry Township Volunteer Fire Department, located at 425 Portersville Road in Ellwood City.
BUTLER COUNTY - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a Protect Our Kids Seminar on Monday, Feb. 9, from 5:30-7 p.m. The event will take place at the Middlesex Township Volunteer Fire Company located at 130 Browns Hill Road in Valencia.
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) issued the following statement regarding Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed $53.26 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, a 5.4% increase over last year:
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