I’ve been working on legislation to increase the safety of probation officers in Allegheny County, and I’m proud to report that it advanced unanimously out of the House Transportation Committee this week. House Bill 2479 would allow emergency lights on the vehicles of armed probation officers in Allegheny County, the state’s Fifth Judicial District. As a former McKeesport police officer, I understand that this is an important safety measure that ensures probation officers are easily recognizable.

Current law allows for emergency lights on the vehicles of armed probation officers only in Philadelphia, but none outside of Philadelphia. I believe that Allegheny County’s armed probation officers also need to alert their presence to the public and other first responders.

My bill now moves to the full House for consideration.

I was proud to support an important bill that passed the House this week to push back against record profits by utilities. House Bill 2224, the Return on Equity Act, cleared the House and now heads to the Senate.

I backed this bill to put money back in your pocket at a time when utility companies are reaping record profits. Our current system delivers excessive profits for shareholders through excessive ROE (Return on Investment), which is the biggest driver of unnecessary rate hikes.

This bill evens the playing field and forces utilities to accept a fair ROE. Read more about it here.

General hunting licenses in Pennsylvania went on sale this week, while antlerless license sales also opened for residents.

Residents are guaranteed an antlerless license for any WMU if purchased before July 13, when the first round of sales opens to nonresidents. One antlerless license can be purchased per round in the first three rounds.

You can purchase licenses online at huntfish.pa.gov or in person at an issuing agent.

I was honored to join Sen. Nick Pisciottano in recognizing Munhall on its 125th anniversary recently and to present proclamations from both the House and Senate celebrating this milestone. A huge thank you to the Munhall 125th Committee for organizing such a wonderful event for residents across the community. And thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration worthy of such an incredible borough. Munhall’s history and spirit truly shine.

Applications are open for grants and loans from the Pennsylvania First Program to spur investment and job creation. Uses for the funding can include machinery and equipment, job training, infrastructure, land and building improvements, environmental assessment and remediation, acquisition of land, buildings, rights-of-way, working capital, and site preparation.

Entities that may apply include businesses, municipalities, municipal authorities, redevelopment authorities, industrial development authorities or corporations, and local development districts. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

For more information about the program, visit the DCED Website

Eligible Allegheny County residents over 60 can receive $25 in vouchers for fresh, local produce. Unlike in previous years, you can now apply online and have vouchers mailed directly to your home. If you’d prefer a paper application, just stop by my office so my staff can help you apply.

Learn more about eligibility and apply online here.

Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program helps older friends and neighbors stay in their homes while affording life’s necessities, and applications are open. The program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians who are 65 or older, widows and widowers 50 or older, and people with disabilities 18 or older. Rebates range from $380 to $1,000, and the deadline for applying has been extended to Dec. 31.

Learn more about the program here. My staff are available to help with applications, so don’t hesitate to contact my district office.

The PA House Fellowship Program is accepting applications from eligible Pennsylvania college students for the fall 2026 semester. Fellows work in committees or leadership offices at the state Capitol. The program provides compensation and may also offer college credit. Eligible applicants include college juniors, seniors, graduate students, or law students with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Applications are due by July 1.

Visit this page to learn more.

My team and I are here to assist with a variety of state government-related services, so please don’t hesitate to visit the district office at Tube City Center in McKeesport, call us at 412-664-0035, or visit my website, www.repgoughnour.com.  

Pennsylvania State Capitol

117-A East Wing

Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-1018

District Office

409 Walnut St. First Floor

McKeesport, PA 15132-2524

(412) 664-0035

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