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Coleman Invites Residents to Four Upcoming Mobile Office Events Beginning Feb. 20

By Lehigh Times | Feb 8, 2024

State Sen. Jarrett Coleman (R-16) is reaching out to the residents of the 16th Senatorial District by organizing four mobile office events starting from February 20th. The events will be held in Nockamixon Township, North Whitehall Township, Macungie Borough, and Hilltown Township. "These mobile office events will make it easier for people to get help with state government programs and services, including the popular Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program," said Coleman. "People can’t always make it to one of our offices, so we’re trying to bring the office to them."Coleman's...

Coleman Calls Governor’s Budget Proposal Irresponsible and Risky

By Lehigh Times | Feb 6, 2024

State Senator Jarrett Coleman (R-16) has criticized Governor Josh Shapiro's budget proposal, calling it "irresponsible" and "risky." In a statement issued following the governor's budget address to the General Assembly, Coleman expressed concerns about the proposed increase in spending and the use of unrealistic revenue projections.Coleman stated, "Pennsylvanians need a state budget that protects taxpayers, improves our economic competitiveness, and expands school choice for parents and students." He emphasized the importance of adopting a realistic, balanced, and...

Mackenzie Calls Shapiro Budget Proposal Fiscally Irresponsible

By Lehigh Times | Feb 6, 2024

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...