State Representative Ryan Mackenzie (PA)
Recent News About State Representative Ryan Mackenzie (PA)
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Mackenzie Opposes Bill Allowing Immigrants in the Country Illegally to Obtain Driver’s Licenses
Representative Ryan Mackenzie from the 187th Legislative District of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives has voiced strong opposition to House Bill 769, which would permit immigrants in the country illegally to obtain driver's licenses. Mackenzie expressed his concerns regarding the legislation, citing various reasons for his disapproval."A driver’s license is one of the privileges of being an American citizen, but this bill would also grant that same privilege to those who enter the country illegally, which is simply wrong. I am strongly opposed to the legislation...
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Veterans Assistance Appointments Available for April, Says Mackenzie
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie of the 187th Legislative District in Pennsylvania has announced that veterans assistance appointments are now open for scheduling on Friday, April 12, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The appointments will take place at Mackenzie's office located in the Lower Macungie Township Administration Building on 3402 Brookside Road.According to Mackenzie, veterans or their dependents can arrange a face-to-face meeting with an American Legion service officer during these appointments. This opportunity allows individuals to address concerns, seek clarification on...
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Mackenzie’s Bill to Assist Domestic Violence Victims with Unemployment Benefits Gains House Approval
Mar 26, 2024HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) that would assist victims of domestic violence in Pennsylvania when applying for unemployment compensation (UC) benefits received bipartisan approval by the House of Representatives today. House Bill 1446 now moves to the Senate for consideration."We are trying to help victims of domestic violence receive the benefits they would be entitled to in a more timely fashion," said Rep. Ryan Mackenzie. "Most of the time they do qualify, but we can make a process that often takes weeks, smoother,...
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Mackenzie Invites Seniors to ‘$cam Jam’ on March 28
NEW TRIPOLI – In his continuing effort to educate older residents about the latest scams and how to protect themselves, Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) is co-hosting a “$cam Jam” event on Thursday, March 28, in Trexlertown. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at Good Will Fire Company No. 1, 7723 Hamilton Blvd."Seniors are frequent targets of these scammers, who come up with new ways to steal their hard-earned money all the time," said Mackenzie. "$cam Jam is a fun way to learn how to avoid becoming a victim."Mackenzie is teaming up with the Pennsylvania...
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Bill to Assist Domestic Violence Victims with Unemployment Benefits Advances in Pennsylvania
Legislation sponsored by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie has advanced to the full House for consideration after being unanimously approved by the House Labor and Industry Committee. The bill aims to assist victims of domestic violence in Pennsylvania when applying for unemployment compensation (UC) benefits."Although UC claims submitted by domestic violence victims are not the most common or numerous, I believe these individuals are the most in need of a quicker and cleaner claim process," said Rep. Ryan Mackenzie. "Escaping domestic violence sometimes involves relocating suddenly...
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Mackenzie Calls Shapiro Budget Proposal Fiscally Irresponsible
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) has criticized Gov. Josh Shapiro's state budget proposal for the 2024-25 fiscal year, calling it fiscally irresponsible. In a statement issued after attending a joint session of the General Assembly where the budget proposal was presented, Mackenzie expressed concerns about the $48.3 billion spending plan, which represents an 8.4% increase over the current fiscal year.Mackenzie stated, "The governor had a few decent ideas, but his spending wish list is too long, and the overall amount of spending is fiscally irresponsible. After years of...
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Veterans Assistance Appointments Available for February, Says Mackenzie
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) has announced that veterans assistance appointments are now available for the month of February. The appointments will be held on Friday, February 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at his Lower Macungie Township office, and on Tuesday, February 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at his Northwestern Lehigh office. These appointments provide an opportunity for veterans or their dependents to meet with an American Legion service officer to discuss issues and inquire about benefits and programs they may be eligible for. The services are offered free of charge,...
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House Legislative Year in Review
In a review of the legislative accomplishments made in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives during 2023, Representative Ryan Mackenzie highlighted several notable achievements in various areas. One of the key focuses was on easing the tax burden for residents, with Mackenzie introducing the Pennsylvania Families Tax Relief Plan. This package of bills includes proposals to cut taxes on energy and common family purchases, reduce property taxes, and decrease cell phone bills. Speaking about the proposals, Mackenzie stated, "The measures are reasonable recommendations that...
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Mackenzie Issues Statement about Illegal Immigration Rally Hosted by Radical Extremists
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) has released a statement denouncing a recent rally in support of illegal immigration that took place in the Lehigh Valley. The rally, hosted by Rep. Danilo Burgos and other radical extremists from Philadelphia, promoted a divisive and dangerous agenda that includes defunding law enforcement and advocating for open borders.Mackenzie expressed his concern over the impact of such rhetoric, stating, "The words and actions expressed by Rep. Burgos and others are putting people in jeopardy by allowing for increased drug use, human trafficking, and...
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Legislation Introduced to Combat Deepfake Sexual Exploitation
State Representative Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) has introduced legislation in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives aimed at combating deepfake sexual exploitation. This form of exploitation involves the malicious manipulation of innocent photos or videos to target victims online, including children. Unscrupulous individuals are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to create pornographic images of individuals without their knowledge or consent.Last year, several female students at a New Jersey high school fell victim to this disturbing trend. A classmate used...
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Fiscal Code Includes Enhancement of Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit Mackenzie Championed
Dec. 15, 2023 - The recently signed Fiscal Code bill in Pennsylvania includes an important enhancement to the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, a measure that has been strongly advocated for by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie. This enhancement aims to provide working families with much-needed relief from the high costs of childcare and dependent care expenses.Rep. Mackenzie has been a vocal supporter of this issue since introducing his legislation earlier this year. The inclusion of this proposal in the Fiscal Code is a significant step towards addressing the financial challenges...
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Mackenzie Proposes Measures to Tackle Illegal Immigration in Pennsylvania
Representative Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) held a press conference at the Capitol to discuss his proposals aimed at addressing the issues caused by illegal immigration in Pennsylvania. Emphasizing the need to tackle this problem at both the federal and state levels, Mackenzie outlined six bills currently under consideration in the House of Representatives.Mackenzie highlighted the importance of enforcing existing federal laws and utilizing state government data on citizenship. He stated, "We want to make sure an individual is here lawfully and not doing anything illegal." ...
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Mackenzie to Discuss Bills Cracking Down on Illegal Immigration in Pennsylvania
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) is set to hold a press conference on Wednesday, December 13th to address his House bills aimed at tackling illegal immigration issues in Pennsylvania. The event will take place at the Ryan Office Building lobby in the Capitol complex, Harrisburg.Mackenzie will be joined by other House members, including Reps. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence), Barb Gleim (R-Cumberland), and Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton). The press conference will focus on a range of proposals put forth by Mackenzie, which aim to address various aspects of illegal...
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Veterans Assistance Appointments Available at Northwestern Lehigh Office for December, Says Mackenzie
Veterans in the Northwestern Lehigh area will have the opportunity to receive assistance and support regarding their benefits and programs. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) has announced that veterans assistance appointments are currently available on Tuesday, Dec. 19, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at his Northwestern Lehigh Office in New Tripoli.During these appointments, veterans or their dependents can schedule an in-person meeting with an American Legion veterans service officer. This meeting will provide an opportunity to discuss any issues or questions they may have...