Expanding the use of body cams by more law enforcement agencies ran into a snag – PA's wiretap law needs updated.
Erie County Councilman Rock Copeland saw the problem & asked me for help. Now legislation is on the way.
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To see how we voted on all measures, go here. The House will return to session Monday.
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SEEING ERIE’S INNOVATION, PRECISION
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Pennsylvania has always been built by the hands of hardworking men and women in manufacturing—and that legacy is still going strong right here in Erie.
I had the opportunity to join members of the House Manufacturing Caucus, in my district, at Industrial Sales & Manufacturing Inc. and see firsthand the innovation, precision, and pride that goes into their work. From skilled trades to advanced production, it’s clear that companies like this are driving our local economy forward and creating good-paying jobs for our community.
Thank you to the team at ISM for welcoming me back and for continuing to invest in Erie’s future. When we support manufacturing, we’re supporting workers, families, communities, and the backbone of Pennsylvania.
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TAX FORMS ARE STILL AVAILABLE
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Tax season is underway, and we’re here to help. Our office has state and federal tax forms and schedules available for anyone who prefers to file the traditional way.
Stop by our Millcreek office in the Peninsula Plaza at 1101 Peninsula Drive. Grab what you need, we’re always happy to help!
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SUSPICIOUS TEXTS ARE SCAMS
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As we’ve heard in Policy Committee hearings, scams—specifically those targeting older residents—are on the rise. If you receive a suspicious text about a traffic violation or fine, it is likely another attempt to obtain personal information, including your banking details.
Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation NEVER sends text messages about traffic violations or fines. These scams have proliferated in recent years, and PennDOT and the PA Turnpike now post warnings on their websites about suspicious text messages. Protect your personal information and privacy, and please don’t fall for this scam.
If you received this message or email, you may submit a complaint with the Bureau of Consumer Protection online, by calling the Office at 1-800-441-2555, or by emailing scams@attorneygeneral.gov.
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STATEWIDE TRAVEL, SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS
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As the House Majority Policy Committee Chairman, and a member of the House Majority Leadership team, I travel the state with the Policy Committee to hear from workers, seniors, advocates, business leaders, and officials on emerging topics and initiatives. We examine how policies are helping people across the state or learn how we can pass reforms to help even more people.
The Policy Committee completed its third consecutive week of hearings with a pair of sessions in Harrisburg. The committee has hosted 55 hearings with 43 hosts across 38 neighborhoods during the 2025–26 legislative session, including 11 hearings this year.
UP NEXT: The committee will host a hearing Wednesday, March 25 in Harrisburg on wage disparity in higher education. Then, on Monday, March 30 the Policy Committee will travel to to the city of Chester in Delaware County on housing challenges, followed by a hearing on Tuesday, March 31 in Springfield, Delaware County on private equity’s impact on volunteer firefighters.
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DON’T FORGET TO REGISTER TO VOTE
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May 4 is the last day to register to vote or update your address. It only takes a few minutes to register. Don't wait, do it today at PA’s Voter Registration Application page.
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WE CAN HELP YOU GET YOUR REBATE
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Just a reminder, we will once again be helping people apply for their Property Tax & Rent Rebate this year. My dedicated staff and I will be working to help seniors, widows, widowers and people with disabilities apply to receive their rebates.
We will once again travel through the community to help people apply. Whether you used us in the past or need us for the first time, we want to help you. Contact us, and we will let you know how the program works and how we can help!
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If you need assistance with state programs, my office can help!
Last year, we:
- helped 1,200+ people apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program,
- resolved 4,500+ issues with PennDOT, and
- completed 38,000+ items of casework.
Trust the professionals! Bring your issues to my team, we can help.
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MY TEAM IS IN FAIRVIEW EVERY WEDNESDAY
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I wanted to remind folks that my team and I hold Wednesday office hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fairview Township Building, 7471 McCray Road, Fairview, PA 16415.
The cornerstone of my office is service to you, our neighbors. By holding office hours at the township, we're making it easier for folks to reach us, so we can help them.
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MONTHLY VETERANS SERVICE PROGRAM
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On the third Thursday of each month, my team and I are proud to host a Veterans Service Officer from the VFW to be available to members of our community.
I am happy to help provide this assistance to our area veterans, who have sacrificed so much for our nation. The next appointments will be:
- Thursday, April 16
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- 1101 Peninsula Drive
- Reserve a spot: 814-835-2880
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MULTIPLE WAYS WE CAN HELP
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Do you or does someone you know need help accessing state programs or services? Have a question about a state program or law and don’t know where to go? My team and I stand ready to help on a range of issues, including:
- Unemployment or the PUA system.
- FREE notary (excludes title transfers).
- Property Tax/Rent Rebates for seniors.
- Voter registration and vote by mail.
- Problems with the Department of Human Services (food stamps, medical and income assistance).
- Car registrations, special tags, handicap placards, titles and driver’s license applications.
- Information on financial assistance for higher education.
- Obtaining and completing state forms of all kinds.
- Birth and death certificates.
- Pennsylvania income tax questions or problems.
- Complaints or questions about utilities and the Public Utility Commission.
- Complaints and problems with insurance companies.
- Renewal of state-issued licenses or certifications.
- Problems or questions about the state lottery.
- PACE cards for senior citizens.
- Consumer complaints.
For help, or to speak with me or a staff member about an issue, please don't hesitate to contact my office.
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MY TEAM & I CAN HELP YOU!
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Helping people apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and all the PennDOT services they need are just two of the ways my team and I serve the community. We help thousands of people each year. We can help you fill out the forms you need and get them to Harrisburg for FREE.
If you have any state government-related questions, stop by and let us help you.
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SUBMIT REQUESTS ONLINE OR IN PERSON
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My team and I are always working for you! My Millcreek office at 1101 Peninsula Drive, Suite 213, Erie is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can also call 814-835-2880 or email RepBizzarro@pahouse.net if you need help with state government concerns.
Have questions outside of office hours? We have an online form – the Community Help Center – so that you can submit your request(s) for help with state-related programs and services 24/7. This form is available by clicking below or visiting my website – www.repbizzarro.com.
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Rep. Bizzarro's Erie District Office
Monday through Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Peninsula Plaza
1101 Peninsula Dr. | Suite 213
Erie, PA 16505-4169
(814) 835-2880
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Fairview Satellite Office
Every Wednesday | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fairview Township Building
7471 McCray Road
Fairview, PA 16415-2401
(814) 835-2880
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