Dec. 04, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced schools across the 8th Legislative District have been awarded more than $1.64 million in grants from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School Safety and Security Committee (SSSC).
Nov. 14, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) announced today Forward Township has been awarded a $216,100 grant for the rehabilitation of the Ash Stop Park in Butler County, through the Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2).
Nov. 01, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) announced today $1 million has been allocated for important improvement projects within the 8th Legislative District. This funding is provided through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP), which aims to bolster economic growth and enhance community resources.
Oct. 22, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced the award of a $400,000 state grant to Wampum Borough, Lawrence County, aimed at addressing critical infrastructure needs within the community. This funding will enable the borough to undertake a comprehensive water system upgrade, focusing on the removal of outdated and hazardous lead water lines and replacing them with modern, safe materials.
Oct. 16, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced the approval of a $1.12 million grant from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to the Butler County Conservation District aimed at improving local agricultural practices and environmental sustainability. The funding will support the construction of essential facilities designed to consolidate heifers into a single location while enhancing waste management processes at Four Seasons Dairy Farm.
Oct. 16, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will be hosting a free shredding event on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Forward Township Municipal Building to give residents of the 8th Legislative District a chance to safeguard themselves against identity theft by having their personal documents securely destroyed.
Oct. 11, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) and Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) are pleased to announce two recipients in Lawrence County have been awarded Farm-to-School Grants. These grants, part of a statewide initiative by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, will support projects aimed at improving access to healthy, local food and providing hands-on agricultural learning experiences for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
Oct. 02, 2024 /
BUTLER – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is reminding residents he will be hosting a Concealed Carry Seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Penn Township Municipal Building.
Sep. 24, 2024 /
BUTLER – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is continuing his commitment to educating law-abiding gun owners about Pennsylvania’s firearms laws by hosting a Concealed Carry Seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Penn Township Municipal Building.
Aug. 29, 2024 /
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.
Aug. 27, 2024 /
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.
Aug. 19, 2024 /
BUTLER – Reps. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) and Marci Mustello (R-Butler) are teaming up to host a telephone town hall meeting on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. to engage with constituents and discuss the latest developments from Harrisburg and the local community.
Jul. 11, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today issued the following statement regarding his negative vote on the fiscal year 2024-25 state budget.
Jun. 20, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced that communities in the 8th Legislative District in Butler and Lawrence counties will receive nearly $3.1 million in Marcellus Shale impact fees.
Apr. 24, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) awarded $5 million in grant and low-interest loan funding to one waterline and one sewer project in Wampum Borough.
Apr. 08, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – In his continuing efforts to better inform area gun owners regarding Pennsylvania’s firearms laws, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is hosting a concealed carry seminar on Saturday, April 13, in Butler.
Mar. 28, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today challenged the constitutionality of House Bill 777, which would essentially ban “self-assembled firearms” parts. House Democrats say this legislation would close loopholes by prohibiting the purchase, sale and production of untraceable gun parts.
Mar. 20, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – A group of state House Republicans announced Wednesday a package of bills designed to support and promote startup initiatives across the Commonwealth.
Mar. 13, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is looking forward to meeting with residents of the 8th Legislative District during a series of town hall meetings he will be hosting in April.
Feb. 13, 2024 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced that 24 fire and emergency medical services (EMS) companies in the 8th Legislative District will collectively receive approximately $350,085 in state grants through the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program.