Press Releases

House Approves Kerwin’s Bill Aimed at Helping Dairy Farmers

Apr. 13, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – The state House today in Harrisburg approved a bill introduced by local state Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) that would help Pennsylvania dairy farmers by streamlining the certification process for milk testers.

House Committee Approves Kerwin’s Bill to Enable National Guard Members to Operate State Vehicles During Emergencies

Apr. 12, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Army National Guard members like local state Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) shouldn’t have to wait for government approval to help during an emergency by using state-owned vehicles. That’s the sentiment behind a bill Kerwin introduced that was approved today in Harrisburg by the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee.

House Committee Approves Kerwin’s Bill and Others Aimed at Helping Dairy Farmers

Apr. 01, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – The House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee on Wednesday in Harrisburg approved several bills aimed at helping Pennsylvania dairy farmers, including one piece of legislation introduced by local state Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) that would streamline the certification process for milk testers.

Kerwin: Governor’s $43.7 Billion Spending Plan Will Set Pennsylvania Back Substantially

Feb. 09, 2022 /

HARRISBURG - Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) released the following statement in reaction to the governor’s excessive spending plan:

Make Your Voices Heard Regarding the Redrawing of the 125th Legislative District

Jan. 14, 2022 /

Recently, the Legislative Reapportionment Commission voted in a 3-2 party line vote to approve preliminary maps for the new state House districts. This redistricting process is separate from and does NOT involve the U.S. congressional maps.

House Resolution to Call for Investigation of Commissioner George F. Halcovage Jr. Passes the House Unanimously

Nov. 10, 2021 /

HARRISBURG –Reps. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Carbon/Schuylkill), Joe Kerwin (R- Schuylkill/Dauphin) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) announced that House Resolution 99 passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives unanimously.

House Resolution to Call for Investigation of Commissioner George F. Halcovage Jr. Advances to the House for Vote

Nov. 03, 2021 /

HARRISBURG –Reps. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Carbon/Schuylkill), Joe Kerwin (R- Schuylkill/Dauphin) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) announced that House Resolution 99 is expected to receive a vote by the full House on Wednesday, Nov. 10.

Schuylkill County House Delegation Highlights Record Education Funding

Jun. 29, 2021 /

HARRISBURG –Reps. Jerry Knowles (R-Schuylkill/Berks/Carbon), Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) announce the record-high funding allocated to preK-12 education in the 2021-22 state budget.

House Resolution to Call for Investigation of Commissioner George F. Halcovage Jr. Unanimously Passes House Judiciary Committee

Jun. 25, 2021 /

HARRISBURG –Reps. Jerry Knowles (R-Schuylkill/Berks/Carbon), Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) announce the unanimous passage of House Resolution 99, by the House Judiciary Committee.

Schuylkill County Delegation Announces House Resolution to Call for Investigation of Commissioner George F. Halcovage Jr.

May. 05, 2021 /

HARRISBURG –Reps. Jerry Knowles (R-Schuylkill/Berks/Carbon), Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) have introduced a House resolution to call upon the House Judiciary Committee to begin an investigation of Schuylkill County Commissioner George F. Halcovage Jr. and whether an impeachment or removal from office is required due to alleged misbehavior in office and violation of public trust.

Kerwin, Twardzik Joined by White Meet with Local Business Leaders Affected by COVID-19 Restrictions

Apr. 12, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Reps. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) along with House Majority Caucus Secretary Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) held a roundtable discussion with local business leaders affected by the governor’s COVID-19 restrictions and the impacts they have experienced.

Kerwin, Twardzik to Host Roundtable Discussion with Businesses Negatively Impacted by Governor’s Restrictions

Apr. 07, 2021 /

WHAT: Reps. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) will be joined by House Majority Caucus Secretary Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) to discuss with local businesses the negative impacts of the governor’s COVID-19 restrictions.

Schuylkill County Delegation Announces Over $9 Million in Rental and Utility Assistance

Mar. 12, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Sen. David Argall (R-Berks/Schuylkill) and Reps. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill), Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) and Jerry Knowles (R-Schuylkill/Berks/Carbon) announced that Schuylkill County would be receiving over $9 million for rental and utility assistance due to the passage of Senate Bill 109, signed into law on Friday by Governor Wolf as Act 1 of 2021.