My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Brooks Praises Local Exhibitors Participating in this Year’s PA Farm Show - 1/10/2012
Download Story :65 | Download Bite :38
The 96th annual Pennsylvania Farm Show is underway this week in Harrisburg. The event is the largest indoor agricultural exposition in America, with 10,000 competitive exhibits and 300 commercial exhibitors under roof in the 24 acre Farm Show complex. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Crawford/Mercer/Lawrence) was at the Farm Show earlier this week and visited with number of residents from her area who are participating in this year’s show. From the Farm Show in Harrisburg... Mike Davies reporting.
Rep. Brooks Comments on Castle Doctrine Legislation Being Signed Into Law by Gov. Corbett - 6/28/2011
Download Story :52 | Download Bite :28
Castle Doctrine legislation that more broadly defines the circumstances where Pennsylvania citizens may choose to exercise their right of self protection was signed into law by Governor Corbett Tuesday in Harrisburg. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Crawford, Lawrence & Mercer) said she was pleased to see this legislation approved that ensures citizens who act to protect themselves and their families from criminals need not fear prosecution for their actions. Mike Davies reports... story and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Brooks Bill Approved to Protect the Eligibility of Senior Citizens for the PACE and PACENET Program - 6/8/2011
Download Story :59 | Download Bite :31
Legislation that will prevent senior citizens from losing state funded prescription drug assistance after receiving minimal automatic adjustments to their Social Security incomes has unanimously passed the Pennsylvania House. Bill sponsor Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Crawford/Mercer/Lawrence), said the bill would protect senior citizens from being bumped off the state’s very successful and popular PACE and PACENET programs due to a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Michele Brooks Comments on House Passage of Budget Bill - 5/25/2011
Download Story :47 | Download Bite :23
The Pennsylvania House passed its version of the state budget Tuesday in Harrisburg. The $27.3 billion budget plan includes no new or increased taxes and stays within spending limits set by Governor Corbett earlier this year. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Crawford, Lawrence & Mercer) said she supported this tough and fiscally conservative budget because it ensures the state will spend responsibly in the coming year. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Brooks Comments on Second Amendment Rally in Harrisburg - 5/10/2011
Download Story :47 | Download Bite :27
Hundreds of sportsmen and supporters of the second amendment rallied on the Capitol steps Tuesday calling for action on Castle Doctrine legislation now moving through the legislative process in Harrisburg. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Crawford, Lawrence & Mercer) said she was glad to see so many citizens standing up for their rights to bear arms as well as protect themselves and their families. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Brooks Comments on Federal Rejection of I-80 Tolling Plan - 4/7/2010
Download Story :42 | Download Bite :17
Federal transportation officials have once again rejected the application to impose tolls on Interstate 80, put forth by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and PennDOT. Lawmakers who opposed the plan that would have crippled economic activity along the I-80 corridor are praising the Federal Highway Administration for their decision. Rep. Michelle Brooks (R-Mercer, Lawrence, Crawford) said this is a positive step toward the economic recovery in rural Pennsylvania. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Brooks Disappointed that University Funding is Held Hostage by House Democrat Leaders - 12/10/2009
Download Story :54 | Download Bite :35
After being called in for an extra legislative session day and spending hours waiting for a debate that never really got off the ground, House lawmakers were left wondering this week why the crucial funding bills for Pennsylvania’s state related universities never came up for a vote. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Crawford, Lawrence & Mercer) said House Republicans are deeply concerned that Democrat leaders are refusing to move the education funding bills until they can muster support for their version of gambling expansion. Mike Davies reports...
Rep. Brooks Says Age Threshold for Mammogram Testing Should Not be Raised - 12/8/2009
Download Story :47 | Download Bite :20
With healthcare a prime issue in Washington, lawmakers in Harrisburg are attempting to ensure that the present age guidelines for women’s breast cancer screenings are maintained at the federal level. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Mercer & Crawford) said she is supporting a resolution urging Congress to not follow a recent government task force recommendation that calls for raising the age threshold for beginning annual mammogram testing of women from 40 to 50 years of age. Mike Davies reports...
Rep. Brooks Says Lawmakers Have Doubts About Credibility of Study Supporting the Latest I-80 Toll Plan - 11/19/2009
Download Story :48 | Download Bite :25
House lawmakers reacted this week to testimony about efforts by the Rendell Administration and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission to reapply to the federal government for the right to institute tolling on I-80. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Mercer, Lawrence & Crawford) said legislators have questions about the feasibility of the tolling plan and the credibility of the study used to support it. Mike Davies reports...
Rep. Brooks Comments on Reports of Budget Compromise - 9/14/2009
Download Story :45 | Download Bite :26
The state budget compromise appears to be moving forward in Harrisburg, but not all legislators are on board with the direction the new spending plan is taking. Rep. Michele Brooks (R-Mercer & Crawford) said she is glad to see some progress on the budget by has concerns about how this proposal may affect Pennsylvania’s economy. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.