Jun. 03, 2024 /
![Smith, Policy Committee Host Second in Series of Hearings on Preserving Benefit Integrity]()
PUNXSUTAWNEY—Last week, Rep. Brian Smith (R- Jefferson/Indiana) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), convened the second in a series of hearings to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, and to ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.
May. 24, 2024 /
![House GOP Policy Committee Hosts Hearing on Preserving Benefit Integrity]()
House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana), and other lawmakers will host the second in a series of hearings titled “Excellence in Government: Preserving Benefit Integrity” to discuss ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs from fraud, waste, and abuse, and ensure the state’s resources are efficiently allocated and accessible to those who truly require assistance.
May. 08, 2024 /
![Smith Defends Legal Gun Owners with ‘No’ Vote on Bill Mandating Electronic Records of Gun Sales]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) opposed a bill mandating electronic records of gun sales. He issued this statement following the vote:
Apr. 05, 2024 /
![Brown, Struzzi, Smith Pen Letter to PIAA to Level the Playing Field in High School Sports Broadcasting]()
HARRISBURG – Following years of inaction by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) to fix a broken broadcasting policy, Reps. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence), Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) and Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) have sent a formal letter to PIAA demanding change.
Feb. 14, 2024 /
![Smith: More than $320,000 Awarded to Fire, Ambulance Companies in 66th District]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) announced today that fire and ambulance companies in the 66th Legislative District will collectively receive $320,214 in state grants to support their public safety mission.
Feb. 06, 2024 /
![Smith Slams Governor’s Budget Plan]()
HARRISBURG –Today, Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled his budget priorities for the 2024-25 fiscal year. State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) issued the following statement in response:
Feb. 02, 2024 /
![Smith Applauds Massive Groundhog Day Crowd as Phil Predicts Early Spring]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) applauded tens of thousands of people who gathered at Gobbler’s Knob for Groundhog Day today to see Punxsutawney Phil’s forecast in person.
Nov. 30, 2023 /
![Smith Stresses Importance of Public Comment on Broadband Digital Equity Plan]()
PUNXSUTAWNEY – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) is encouraging constituents to participate in the public comment period for the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority’s Digital Equity Plan. This plan is required to access Pennsylvania’s share of $2.75 billion in federal funds to expand broadband access in the Commonwealth.
Nov. 17, 2023 /
![Smith Slams Democrats Slashing Funding for PA Students Who Need It Most]()
HARRISBURG – In a late session Rules Committee meeting this week, House Democrats voted to slash $150 million in Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) and Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) scholarships for students in need.
Nov. 16, 2023 /
![Smith’s Bill to Restart Key BLCE Program Passes House]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) announced his bill to restart a Pennsylvania Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE) program allowing minors to take part in compliance checks for liquor establishments has overwhelmingly passed the House. If signed into law, the program would continue through the end of 2027.
Sep. 22, 2023 /
![Smith Slams Shapiro’s Automatic Voter Registration Stunt]()
HARRISBURG – This week, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced his administration will start automatically registering anyone to vote who either obtains or renews their driver’s license or state I.D.
Aug. 03, 2023 /
![Smith Slams Biden Administration for Freezing Funding to Schools with Hunting, Archery Programs]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) is condemning the Biden Administration’s decision to withhold funding for schools with hunting and archery programs based on its interpretation of a new law. Smith issued the following statement about that decision.
Aug. 02, 2023 / Press Release
![Nine Indiana County Bridges Renamed to Honor Military Service Members]()
INDIANA – Nine service members from Indiana County were honored on Saturday, July 29, with their names placed on county bridges and interchanges.
Jun. 23, 2023 /
![Smith’s Amendment Requiring Early Notice of Speed Cameras Passes Unanimously]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) announced his amendment to a bill renewing and expanding automated enforcement programs on Pennsylvania roadways passed unanimously on the House floor.
May. 23, 2023 /
![Smith Votes ‘No’ on Unconstitutional Gun Control Legislation]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) opposed a pair of gun control measures passed primarily by Democrats. He issued this statement following the votes:
May. 22, 2023 /
![Transportation Committee Advances Smith Legislation Allowing the Use of Safety Cables When Towing Vehicles]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) today announced that the House Transportation Committee has approved his legislation to expand safety options for towing. House Bill 497 would allow the use of safety cables when towing vehicles. When two vehicles are connected by certain hitches or devices, current law requires safety chains to be equipped in order to prevent the tow bar from hitting the ground should the tow bar fail or become disconnected.
May. 02, 2023 /
![Smith Vehemently Opposes Discriminatory Legislation]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) cast a no vote for House Bill 300, legislation Democrats have dubbed the “Fairness Act.” He issued this statement following the vote:
Apr. 24, 2023 /
![Smith Supports Bills to Help Disabled Drivers and Roadside Ecosystems]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) announced today that the Transportation Committee has approved two bills for consideration by the full House.
Feb. 10, 2023 /
![Smith Announces District 66 Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Companies Awarded $273,598 in Critical State Funding]()
PUNXSUTAWNEY – State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) announced today that 22 volunteer fire and ambulance companies throughout Jefferson and Indiana counties have qualified to receive approximately $273,598 from a grant program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.
Sep. 19, 2022 /
![Smith to Host Annual Senior Expo on Sept. 23]()
PUNXSUTAWNEY –– Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) will host his annual Senior Expo on Friday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Punxsutawney First Church of God, 23 Skyview Drive.