Bipartisanship Key to Quality Process for Redistricting

Aug. 24, 2020 /

Crises loom everywhere during these turbulent times, so you would be forgiven if the issue of gerrymandering was far down on your list of priorities. But it should not be. In fact, it plays a significant role in how your state Legislature and elected U.S. representatives handle the myriad threats, upheavals and opportunities we face right now. As is currently the process in state Senate, state House and congressional redistricting, due to gerrymandering, our elected officials select their voters by redrawing the boundaries in a partisan manner.

Gregory: Report on Unused State Properties a Positive First Step

Aug. 07, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – A report from the Joint State Government Commission identified more than 40 vacant sites that could be considered as potential drug treatment centers, according to Rep. Jim Gregory, who authored legislation that precipitated the report.

Gregory: CARES Act Funding Available for PA Small Businesses

Jun. 29, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – As Pennsylvania businesses continue to slowly get back to normal operations, Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) announced that CARES Act grants for eligible small businesses, ranging from $5,000 to $50,000, will be available beginning tomorrow, June 30. Small businesses can apply for grants to offset lost revenue caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting shutdown order.

Gregory: Temporary Budget a Commonsense Measure

May. 26, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – The House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a five-month temporary budget to allow more details about tax revenue to emerge following the peak of the COVID-19 crisis.

Ward, Gregory Congratulate Tyrone Hospital on Funding Award

Apr. 30, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Tyrone Hospital will receive $1 million from the Hospital Emergency Loan Program to help it respond to COVID-19 cases in the region, according to Sen. Judy Ward (Blair/Cumberland/Franklin/Fulton/Huntingdon) and Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair).

Gregory Disappointed with Governor's Veto

Apr. 21, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair)on Monday pledged to continue fighting to support businesses despite Gov. Tom Wolf’s veto of Senate Bill 613, which would have reopened businesses that followed safety measures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Gregory’s Farmers Breakfast Postponed

Mar. 13, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Because of concerns about COVD-19, commonly called coronavirus, Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) has postponed a farmers breakfast planned for Friday, March 20.

Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Expands

Mar. 09, 2020 /

HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania’s spotted lanternfly quarantine zone has expanded to include Blair County, meaning local businesses may need to obtain a permit showing a manager or supervisor completed an online course, according to Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair).

Ag Secretary to Update Farmers at 80th District Breakfast

Feb. 24, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding will share an update on the Commonwealth’s agriculture industry and field questions from farmers Friday, March 20, at a breakfast hosted by Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair).