Gebhard Commends Cleona Borough for Winning Local Government Award
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) announced that Cleona Borough received the Intergovernmental Cooperation Award, which is one of the 2023 Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence. [Read More]
Diamond, Gebhard Announce More than $1.7 Million for Water, Public Safety and Infrastructure
Rep. Russ Diamond (R-102) and Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) today announced state grants totaling $1,705,634 in order for three Lebanon County municipalities to better serve residents’ needs. [Read More]
Local Communities Receive $3.1 Million, Gebhard Says
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) announced more than $3.1 million in Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) funding was awarded for projects in the 48th District. [Read More]
Gebhard: $305,000 in Gaming Revenue to Benefit Berks County Projects
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) announced nearly $305,000 in Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) funding is being awarded for projects in Berks County. [Read More]
Gebhard, Diamond Announce More than $635,000 for Lebanon County Municipal Projects
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Rep. Russ Diamond (R-102) today announced state grants totaling more than $635,000 have been awarded throughout Lebanon County for projects that will improve public safety and create additional recreational opportunities. [Read More]
Gebhard Calls for Fiscal Restraint, Making PA Business Friendly
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) released the following statement in response to the budget address that Gov. Josh Shapiro delivered today to a joint session of the General Assembly: [Read More]
Gebhard to Open New Office in Wernersville on March 6
On Monday, March 6, Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and his staff will begin serving residents of the 48th District at an additional district office located at 6 W. Penn Ave., first floor, west side, Wernersville. [Read More]
Mastriano and Gebhard Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Election Security with Constitutional Amendments
Sens. Doug Mastriano (R-33) and Chris Gebhard (R-48) today introduced legislation, Senate Bill 292, that would enable voters to decide through a ballot referendum if the state Constitution should be amended to include several new election security reforms. [Read More]
Gebhard Announces Committee Assignments for 2023-24 Legislative Session
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) was assigned to serve on seven standing Senate committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session: Aging and Youth; Banking and Insurance; Community, Economic and Recreational Development; Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure; Environmental Resources and Energy; Law and Justice; and Rules and Executive Nominations. [Read More]
Robinson, Gebhard Bill Increasing Penalties for Hiring Unauthorized Workers Becomes Law
Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37) and Chris Gebhard’s (R-48) bill improving enforcement of the construction industry’s use of the federal E-Verify system was included in House Bill 2648, now Act 141 of 2022, and was signed into law today. [Read More]
Senate Passes Gebhard Bill to Improve Personal Financial Literacy
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) to improve personal financial literacy by requiring completion of a half-credit economics and personal finance course as a high school graduation requirement was passed by the full Senate today. [Read More]
Gebhard and Diamond to Host Free Breakfast for Veterans on Nov. 11
In recognition of Veterans Day, Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Rep. Russ Diamond (R-102) invite veterans of the 48th Senatorial District and their families to attend a free veterans appreciation breakfast on Friday, Nov. 11, at Country Fare Restaurant, 498 E. Lincoln Ave., Myerstown. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. with breakfast and the program to start at 9 a.m. [Read More]
Gebhard Announces $300,000 in Grants to Reduce Environmental Damage
Two grants, both for $150,000 were awarded to the 48th Senatorial District to reduce pollution and mitigate environmental damage, according to Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48). [Read More]
Gebhard Partners with FinEd50 Promote Financial Education alongside Professional Football Players
To highlight the importance of financial education for Pennsylvania’s students, Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) is partnering with FinEd50, a coalition founded by the Council for Economic Education and Visa, to host a financial football game with professional football players and a panel discussion on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at 9 a.m. at Soldiers Grove at the Capitol Complex. [Read More]
Gebhard to Designate Part of State Route 322 in Honor of Ames
To honor a dedicated public servant, Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) is hosting a road designation ceremony for Lebanon County Commissioner Bill Ames on Tuesday, Aug. 9, at 4:30 p.m. at the Mt. Gretna Brewery, 2701 Horseshoe Pike, Campbelltown. [Read More]
Robinson, Gebhard Bill to Increase Penalties for Hiring Unauthorized Workers Approved by Senate
Sens. Devlin Robinson (R-37) and Chris Gebhard’s (R-48) bill to improve enforcement of the construction industry’s use of the federal E-Verify system was approved today by the Senate. [Read More]
Senate Passes Gebhard Bill to Allow for Energy-Efficient Lighting
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48), which would allow outdoor advertisers to use energy-efficient lighting, received unanimous Senate support. [Read More]
Senate Committee Passes Gebhard Bill to Improve Personal Financial Literacy
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) to improve personal financial literacy by requiring completion of a full-credit economics and personal finance course as a high school graduation requirement was passed by the Senate Education Committee today. [Read More]
Senate Passes Gebhard Bill to Improve Motor Carrier Safety
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) to improve highway safety regarding large motor carriers – including heavy trucks, public transit buses and coach buses – was passed by the Senate. [Read More]
Senate Committees Pass Gebhard Bills to Increase Penalties for Hiring Unauthorized Workers and to Repurpose the Lieutenant Governor’s Mansion at Fort Indiantown Gap
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Devlin Robinson (R-37) to improve enforcement of the construction industry’s use of the federal E-Verify system was voted out of the Senate Appropriations Committee today. [Read More]
Senate Committee Passes Gebhard, Robinson Bill to Improve Fairness in Construction Industry
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Devlin Robinson (R-37) to improve enforcement of the construction industry’s use of the federal E-Verify system was voted out of the Senate Labor and Industry Committee today. [Read More]
Senate Passes Gebhard Bill to Better Manage Pennsylvania’s Military Properties
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) enabling the state’s Armory Board to better manage Pennsylvania’s military properties unanimously passed the Senate. [Read More]
Gebhard Bill to Support Fort Indiantown Gap Receives Committee Support
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) to allow the state’s Armory Board to advise on more issues pertaining to Pennsylvania’s National Guard received unanimous support today from the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. [Read More]
Gebhard Mourns Loss of Dedicated Public Servant Bill Ames
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) released the following statement in response to the recent passing of Lebanon County Commissioner Bill Ames: [Read More]
Gebhard Announces More Than $7.4 Million in Grants for 48th District
Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) announced that more than $7.4 million in six Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants were awarded to the district: [Read More]