My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Marshall Comments on Committee Passage of His Bills to Reduce Costs for Local Governments - 1/18/2012
A package of bills to allow local governments to purchase used equipment from other governmental agencies without bidding or advertising has been approved by the House Local Government Committee. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) said his legislation, could help reduce the financial strain on boroughs and townships, and allow them to address their equipment needs while avoiding unnecessary regulations. Marshall’s bills now move to the full House for consideration. Chuck Nichols reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Marshall Comments on Dedication of Vans for Disabled Veterans - 10/25/2011
Fourteen new vans were dedicated and delivered to the Disabled American Veterans Transportation Service at a ceremony held on Tuesday morning at Soldiers Grove in Harrisburg. The vans were purchased with money set aside annually as a line item in the state budget. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) said Pennsylvania is doing its part to provide an essential transportation service to veterans who served our country. Chuck Nichols reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Jim Marshall Comments on Signing of His Bill Renaming a Portion of State Route 18 - 7/28/2011
Legislation to honor Vietnam Veterans by renaming a portion of State Route 18 has been signed into law by Governor Corbett. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) sponsored the bill to honor our servicemen and women. Chuck Nichols reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Marshall Comments on Castle Doctrine Legislation Being Signed Into Law by Gov. Corbett - 6/28/2011
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. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) said he 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. Jim Marshall Comments on House Passage of Budget Bill - 5/24/2011
The Pennsylvania House passed its version of the budget on Tuesday in Harrisburg. The spending plan included no new or increased taxes and stayed within the governor’s spending limit of $27.3 billion. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) said he is pleased with the increases in basic and higher education spending included in the budget. The budget bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite Available.
Rep. Marshall's Reform Bill Approved by the Full House - 2/8/2011
A six bill package of reform legislation aimed at improving accountability and transparency in state government received final approval by the state House on Tuesday. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) said he was pleased to see House approval of his bill to prohibit members of the General Assembly from creating nonprofit organizations which benefit from state tax dollars. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Jim Marshall Comments on Committee Passage of Reform Legislation - 1/24/2011
A package of reform bills aimed at improving accountability and transparency in state government is among the first legislation to be approved this year by the House State Government Committee. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) sponsored legislation amending the Legislative Code of Ethics to prohibit members of the General Assembly from creating or maintaining nonprofit organizations which benefit from state tax dollars. Marshall said he expects his bill will be coming before the full House soon for a vote. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Marshall Comments on Marcellus Works Job Creation Legislation - 9/21/2010
Securing Pennsylvania’s economic and energy future by creating incentives to use domestically produced natural gas is the aim of a package of legislation introduced Tuesday by House Republican lawmakers in Harrisburg. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver), sponsor of one of the bills in the package, said the Marcellus Works Plan would make Pennsylvania a leader in both job growth and clean energy use. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Marshall Says State Must Face Transportation Challenges Without Burdening Taxpayers - 4/26/2010
Following the rejection of the I-80 tolling plan that has poked a $2 billion hole in Pennsylvania’s transportation funding scheme, House Republican lawmakers held a public hearing Monday in Harrisburg to identify what new policies need to be put in place to help meet the state’s transportation needs. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) said Pennsylvania is facing a huge challenge to upgrade and improve transportation infrastructure and he wants to see the work done without burdening taxpayers or compromising safety for Pennsylvania drivers. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Marshall Praises Beaver County FFA Students for Project at This Year's PA Farm Show - 1/13/2010
As many as 400,000 people are expected to attend this week’s 94th annual Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg, making it both the largest agricultural exposition east of the Mississippi and the biggest wintertime event in the entire state. Rep. Jim Marshall (R-Beaver) visited the show this week and said he was particularly pleased to see local FFA students from Beaver County running an educational demonstration of new technology at this year’s event. Mike Davies reports...