Press Releases

Reminder: Bernstine to Host Concealed Carry Seminar in Butler County

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.

Bernstine to Host Concealed Carry Seminar in Butler County

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.

Bernstine Introduces Legislation to Secure PA’s Election Process

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.

Bernstine Confident in Congressman Kelly’s Leadership on Trump Assassination Attempt

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.

Bernstine, Mustello to Host Telephone Town Hall Meeting Sept. 5

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.

Bernstine: State Budget “Worst Budget He’s Seen,” Votes No

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.

Bernstine Announces Butler, Lawrence Counties Receiving Funding From Natural Gas Drilling Impact Fees

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.

Bernstine Helps to Secure Millions in Project Funding for Wampum Borough

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.

Bernstine to Host Concealed Carry Seminar April 13

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.

Bernstine Challenges Constitutionality of ‘Self-Assembled Firearms’ Legislation

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.

Bills Aim to Support, Promote Startup Initiatives Across Pennsylvania

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.

Bernstine to Host Town Hall Meetings

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.

Bernstine Announces Local Fire, EMS Companies Receive Much-Needed State Grants

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.

Bernstine Says Governor’s Budget Proposal is a ‘Liberal Wish List’

Feb. 06, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) issued the following statement regarding Gov. Josh Shapiro’s address on his proposed $48.34 billion state budget proposal.

Bernstine to Host ‘Supporting Our Seniors’ Feb. 10

Feb. 05, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is inviting senior citizens, their families and caregivers to a “Supporting Our Seniors” event on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 10-11:30 a.m., at the Unionville Volunteer Fire Company.

Bernstine To Host “Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights” Seminar Jan. 16

Jan. 10, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is offering residents of the 8th Legislative District the opportunity to learn more about Pennsylvania’s current gun laws during a “Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights” seminar on Tuesday, Jan. 16.