Burns, D-Cambria, said the grant awarded to Pro Disposal Inc. through the Drive PA Forward program will provide upgraded trucks for use in Johnstown and at the firm’s new Ebensburg facility, where 16 fast-charging plugs will also be installed using the money. Read more
“I’m trying to piece this puzzle together on both ends – the vacating of the downtown Johnstown location, and the new tenancy at Hiram G. Andrews Center – so we have the full picture of how and why this proposed change went down.” Read more
“With many land uses, from mining to agriculture and more, there’s always the potential to have sediment and excess nutrients escaping into our waterways,” Burns said. “This grant will help the county focus on ways to implement practices and projects to manage those issues to reduce water pollution and improve the area’s water quality.” Read more
“They’re only delaying the inevitable, for reasons known only to them,” Burns said. “Either you have a lease or a written agreement for the existing CAO, or you don’t. But if you do, how can that not be a public record? Read more
“Steel is one of America’s iconic industries,” Burns said. “From good-paying jobs to national security, steel production is part of the backbone of our economy and the fabric of American life. The U.S. cannot afford to be dependent on another country for its access to steel.” Read more
Rep. Burns sends resolution to Congress to intervene in sale of US Steel. Read more
EBENSBURG, Dec. 20 – Citing preservation of a robust domestic steel industry as a national security concern, state Rep. Frank Burns, chairman of the House Steel Caucus, is calling for stiff and unified Congressional opposition to the takeover of iconic U.S. Steel by a Japanese company. Read more
The projects range from water and sewer improvement projects to arts and culture organizations.“One of my priorities as state representative is to ensure that the region receives its fair share of state funding, and this funding is no exception,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “The projects these grants will fund may not be exciting, but they’re important to the region’s quality of life – and perhaps even more importantly, will save local taxpayers money.” Read more
On Wednesday, the General Assembly and the governor finalized additional pieces of the 2023-24 state budget, including the Fiscal Code, which creates a Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone for Franklin Borough. Read more
“When we seek care from a medical professional, help from an accountant, services from an engineer or treatment for a sick pet, we rely on well-trained, licensed professionals,” said Burns, chairman of the House Professional Licensure Committee. “Their certifications, permits and licenses give us peace of mind that they can safely and effectively perform their duties. Read more
According to Burns, the Cambria County Historical Society has been awarded $4,000, and the Johnstown Area Heritage Association, $11,000 from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Read more
“I think it’s important to independently verify, before this office moves to an area outside the city, how the requirements of the Downtown Location Law were factored in,” Burns said. “DHS is required to follow this law – and if they haven’t, they should be able to show why.” Read more
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“As the state representative whose district includes Johnstown, my definition of ‘municipal excellence’ must be based on far different criteria than what you and your department’s executive team used to make this determination,” Burns wrote. Read more
“The governor has touted this public-private partnership as a way to connect classroom learning to job-ready skills development at the university level,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “But I think we need to expand this even more to give students other opportunities to learn the skills needed for good-paying jobs without the need for a college education. Read more
“The extension of this pipeline not only will enable Waste Management to convert its truck fleet to compressed natural gas, but it will create 120 full-time jobs,” Burns said. “Getting natural gas to the Jackson Township Business Park is critical to attracting additional businesses and jobs to the area.” Read more
“The training will provide a pathway to good, family-sustaining jobs and will help meet a regional demand for trained workers,” Burns said. “Students who graduate will have the license and certification to fill local openings, and employers will find more of the skilled workers they need to stay competitive.” Read more
"Our state Capitol is one of the most beautiful buildings in the country, and in December the Capitol will be decorated for the holidays,” Burns said. "If you are interested, I urge you to reserve your seat now.” Read more
“As much as $14 million is available, which is able to support approximately 2,000 new, full-time officers statewide,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “An additional police presence in our region can help stave off crime and address community safety concerns.” Read more
Law enforcement representatives will speak on the rules and regulations regarding firearm transport and use in Pennsylvania – including primers on concealed carry, the Castle Doctrine, using firearms for personal protection and related legal liabilities. Read more
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