Infrastructure, Housing, Transportation, and Safety Funding Opportunities

(Jul 05, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

‘Keystone Saves’ Aims to Help Millions of Working Pennsylvanians

(Jun 08, 2023)

This week, AARP Pennsylvania was part of a news conference about the bill, with Sen. Art Haywood, D-Montgomery, and Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Blakely. Read more

 

Mullins: Pa. Workers Deserve a Dignified Path to Retirement

(Jun 05, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Kyle Mullins says his Keystone Saves legislation would help ensure a secure and dignified retirement for Pennsylvania’s workers. Mullins points out that as many as 2 million Pennsylvanians lack access to retirement savings at work. That lack of retirement savings will force many to rely on social service programs, which could cost taxpayers billions. Mullins says Keystone Saves is a plan rooted in fiscal responsibility with no risk to Pa. taxpayers. Read more

 

AARP Pennsylvania Supports 'Keystone Saves'

(Jun 05, 2023)

AARP Pennsylvania joined State Senator Art Haywood and Representative Kyle Mullins to discuss Keystone Saves, legislation that would help over 2 million Pennsylvania workers earn retirement savings through their jobs. Read more

 

PA House passes bill for state-run retirement plan

(May 30, 2023)

Rep. Mullins remarked in the May 1 Commerce Committee hearing that the bill would not replace employees’ ability to locate additional options to invest in their retirement, “but it will start them on a path to learning more about saving for retirement.” Read more

 

State House Dems rail against GOP's lack of support for retirement savings plan

(May 25, 2023)

House Bill 577 introduced by State Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-Lackawanna, would create the Keystone Saves program — an individual retirement account (IRA) program administered by the Pennsylvania Treasury for workers whose employers don’t offer a retirement savings plan. Read more

 

PA House Passes Keystone Saves Bill

(May 24, 2023)

Rep. Kyle Mullins (D-Lackawanna County) had introduced the bill on March 20. Read more

 

Keystone State Nudging Toward State-Run Plan

(May 05, 2023)

The legislation is not going to replace employees’ ability “to find more options to invest in their retirement, but it will start them on a path to learning more about saving for retirement,” said Rep. Kyle Mullins. Read more

 

Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Housing Funding Opportunities

(Apr 13, 2023)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Comprehensive Retirement Bill Introduced In PA As Elderly Face Crisis

(Apr 11, 2023)

“A financially secure retirement should follow decades of hard work at the end of a career. Unfortunately, a growing number of workers are facing a retirement without sufficient savings,” said State Rep. Kyle Mullins (D-Lackawanna). Read more

 

Mullins, Gallagher introduce Keystone Saves legislation

(Apr 10, 2023)

A financially secure retirement should follow decades of hard work at the end of a career. Unfortunately, a growing number of workers are facing a retirement without sufficient savings. Under Keystone Saves, these employees would now have a chance to save for their future their way with no burden to taxpayers or employers. Read more

 

Results are in for Scranton to New York rail study

(Mar 23, 2023)

State Representative Kyle Mullins says this is the biggest push to bring Amtrak back to the area in years. Read more

 

Mullins: Shapiro Budget Reflects Needs of Community

(Mar 08, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Kyle Mullins spoke about the Governor's proposed budget which he believes reflects the needs and desires of the people of Lackawanna County. Read more

 

Mullins appointed vice chairman of House Appropriations Committee

(Mar 08, 2023)

HARRISBURG, March 8 – State Rep. Kyle Mullins has been appointed to serve as the majority vice chairman of the House Appropriations Committee for the 2023-24 legislative session. “With the role of majority vice chairman comes an increased responsibility and opportunity to be a loud and leading voice for the communities I represent and the people of Pennsylvania who deserve an effective and responsive state government,” said Mullins, D-Lackawanna. “It is a great honor to take on this leadership role and I thank Chairman Jordan Harris for entrusting me with the considerable duties that come with the position.” The Appropriations Committee is directly involved in preparing the annual state budget, which includes conducting weeks of hearings during which the numerous state agencies outline their requests and needs for the upcoming fiscal year. The committee also reviews and evaluates the governor's Executive Budget proposal each year. The committee has jurisdiction over the offices of the Auditor General and the State Treasurer, as well as the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority. Mullins was sworn in to his third term representing the 112th Legislative District, which includes the city of Carbondale and the townships of Carbondale, Fell and Jefferson and the boroughs of Archbald, Blakely, Dunmore, Jermyn, Jessup, Mayfield, Olyphant, Throop and Vandling. Read more

 

Mullins, Struzzi to Co-Chair House PASSHE Caucus

(Feb 03, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Feb. 3 – State Reps. Jim Struzzi and Kyle Mullins have been selected to serve as co-chairmen of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Caucus in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2023-24 session. “Our state system universities provide a world-class education to tens of thousands of students every year,” said Mullins, D-Lackawanna. “My parents met at Mansfield University many years ago and I’m exceptionally proud of my West Chester degree and the opportunities it provided. So, as a grateful ‘product’ of the state system, I begin the role of caucus co-chair with a sincere interest of keeping our institutions strong and accessible to future generations.” The caucus primarily consists of PASSHE alumni and/or House members in whose districts PASSHE schools reside. “It is an honor to be asked to serve in this capacity, especially with the Indiana University of Pennsylvania in my district,” added Struzzi, R-Indiana. “PASSHE is adapting to the changing needs of students and the workforce, while maintaining a high-quality and affordable education. The system is working with the private sector to align degree and short-term credential programs for in-demand jobs and create flexibility for adults to open doors of opportunity re-skilling or up-skilling.” Read more

 

Conservation, Substance Abuse Education, and Act 13 Funding Opportunities

(Feb 01, 2023)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

With two Kyles, NEPA breaks new ground

(Jan 27, 2023)

Not only does Lackawanna County have the only Kyles elected state representative, they serve in consecutively numbered districts. Read more

 

Midvalley, Upvalley projects receive grants for outdoor recreational improvements

(Jan 15, 2023)

“These state dollars will improve the outdoor recreation opportunities for the residents and visitors within our communities,” Mullins said in a statement. Read more

 

Mullins: $636,000 for outdoor recreational improvements

(Jan 13, 2023)

“These state dollars will improve the outdoor recreation opportunities for the residents and visitors within our communities." Read more

 

Shapiro to nominate former legislator Mike Carroll as state transportation secretary

(Jan 12, 2023)

Rep. Mullins: “He’s proven that he knows how to get things done. I would challenge anyone to find a more knowledgeable individual or official on the subject of transportation." Read more