HARRISBURG – As efforts continue to protect the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable citizens, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) was joined by family members of Aiden Ha, legislators and advocates for a press conference today to announce the formal introduction of House Bill 2102 –known as Aiden’s Law – and urge continued support.
HARRISBURG – To improve the futures of Columbia County’s and Pennsylvania’s youth, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced he will soon be introducing the Foster Youth Earned Benefits Protection for Success Act to ensure children in foster care receive, protect and build upon the federal benefits they have earned without losing them to offset costs associated with state care.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced the long budgetary stalemate is over after the House passed a $50.1 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
HARRISBURG – After 135 days, and many Pennsylvanians feeling the pain derived from lack of funding, the state budget impasse is finally nearing an end. Today, both the House and Senate advanced five budget-related bills, and the Northeast Republican Delegation, along with Republican Leadership, ultimately voted YES on the overall budget.
HARRISBURG –State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) awarded $25.45 million in state funding to Pennsylvania American Water Company in Berwick to assist with the construction of a new treatment plant.
BERWICK – In his Berwick district office today, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) spoke about his plans to introduce legislation – dubbed as Aiden’s Law – to establish a “Purple Alert” system in Pennsylvania to ensure the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable citizens who go missing are brought home safely.
WHAT: Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) will discuss legislation to create a rapid notification system to help locate individuals with cognitive, intellectual or developmental disabilities who go missing. The proposal, known as a “Purple Alert” or “Aiden’s Law,” would ensure law enforcement and the public receive immediate, coordinated alerts; similar to Pennsylvania’s existing Amber and Silver Alert programs.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced he intends to introduce legislation – dubbed as Aiden’s Law – to establish a “Purple Alert” system in Pennsylvania to ensure the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable citizens who go missing are brought home.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) plans to introduce legislation to regulate skill games in Pennsylvania and create a dedicated funding stream for school choice when these machines operate within the Commonwealth’s casinos.
HARRISBURG – Members of the Northeast Republican Delegation of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives today are calling on House Democrats to stop with the delays and put the budget on the calendar for all to vote.
BLOOMSBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) and the Bloomsburg Fair Association praised veterans in the 109th District at the third annual Veterans Expo during the Bloomsburg Fair Wednesday.
HARRISBURG – To uphold the Second Amendment and protect the freedoms of law-abiding citizens, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) introduced legislation to prohibit Red Flag laws in Pennsylvania. These laws, which are being pushed by the radical left wing, allow courts to confiscate firearms based on allegations of potential harm, often without due process, and could be subject to abuse if implemented in the Commonwealth.
HARRISBURG – To show his continued support for veterans and the military, state Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) is partnering with the Bloomsburg Fair Association to host his third annual Veterans Expo on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) will be hosting his third annual Concealed Carry Seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 6-7:30 p.m. at The Barn at Boones Dam, located at 737 W. Fort McClure Blvd. in Bloomsburg.
HARRISBURG – The Northeast Republican Delegation of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives today issued the following statement regarding the ongoing budget impasse:
HARRISBURG – Continuing his efforts in protecting Columbia County families, State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced he is a co-sponsor of bipartisan legislation to fight against the horrors and evils associated with human trafficking.
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania is uniquely positioned to become a national leader in the rapidly developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) arena. Reps. Joe D’Orsie (R-Manchester), Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) and Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) are planning to introduce legislation that will incentivize new investment in the Commonwealth and encourage new business development without regulatory red tape.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced OHF Orchards in Bloomsburg received just over $99,500 in state funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s Fresh Food Financing Initiative (FFFI) grant program.
HARRISBURG – As working families and small businesses across Pennsylvania continue to grapple with inflation and economic uncertainty, House Republican policymakers are calling for transformational tax reforms to provide immediate relief and long-term growth.
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Robert Leadbeter (R-Columbia) announced today the Berwick Area School District is receiving a $75,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s PAsmart Advancing Grants for Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.
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