Bonner Named a ‘Defender of Limited Government’

Nov. 16, 2023 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Butler/Mercer) has been named a Charlie Gerow Award winner for his voting record on defending limited government. That’s according to a scorecard by the Institute for Legislative Analysis (ILA).

SRU to Receive State Funding for Police Facility, Says Bonner

Dec. 13, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Slippery Rock University (SRU) will soon be building new headquarters for its police department and ROTC program thanks to an $850,000 grant through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP), according to Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler).

Bonner, Brooks Secure State Grant for Multi-Purpose Facility in the Grove City Area

Nov. 22, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) and Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) announced today that Balmaghie Beverage Group will receive $2.5 million in funding from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) to be used to construct a new multi-building production and retail complex in the Grove City Area, Mercer County. Private investments in the project will be near $10 million.

House Speaker Names Bonner Impeachment Manager for Krasner Trial

Nov. 18, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) today announced that Speaker of the House Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) has appointed him to serve as a manager in the forthcoming impeachment trial of Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner.

Bonner Bill Supporting Long-Term Care Now Law

Nov. 04, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) today announced his legislation that would require Contract Health Care Service Agencies that provide temporary nursing workers in nursing homes, assisted living residences and personal care homes to register with the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) as a condition of their operations in the Commonwealth was signed into law by Gov. Tom Wolf.

State Representatives Urge Audit of Entities Backing PNC Park, Citizens Bank Park

Oct. 28, 2022 /

PITTSBURGH – Reps. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) and Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) today called for an audit and Independent Fiscal Office review of the rental payments being made by the Pittsburgh Pirates and Philadelphia Phillies under an agreement linked to state funding. Additionally, they urged that information be collected about the credits used by the teams to reduce or eliminate their rental payments.

Grant Money Awarded to Marion Township, Bonner Announces

Oct. 26, 2022 /

MARION TOWNSHIP – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) is pleased to announce Marion Township has received $3.75 million in grant money from the Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus Funds (CDBG-CV) for its Sewage System Infrastructure Improvement Project.

Bonner, Wentling Co-Host Hearing on Pennsylvania’s EMS Crisis

Oct. 12, 2022 /

GROVE CITY – The emergency medical services (EMS) crisis is sweeping the Commonwealth. Reps. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) and Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) brought emergency responders and health care professionals together to testify before the House Majority Policy Committee on the issues they face.

Bonner, Wentling to Host House Majority Policy Committee Hearing Regarding Pennsylvania’s EMS Crisis

Oct. 07, 2022 /

WHAT: Reps. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) and Parke Wentling (R-Mercer/Crawford/Erie/Lawrence) will host the House Majority Policy Committee for a hearing on the EMS crisis Pennsylvania is facing. The committee will receive testimony concerning funding problems, staffing shortages, delayed response times, quality of care issues and the future path of the ambulance service in Pennsylvania.

Legislation to Assist Nursing Home Residents with Medicaid Passes House, Bonner Says

Sep. 14, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation to provide a standard notice to each nursing home resident and their designated representatives at the time of their admission, authored by Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler), has passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. This letter would state their option of having legal representation available to assist with the application for Medicaid benefits.

Fiscally Responsible State Budget Passes, Bonner Says

Jul. 11, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) has announced the passing of a fiscally responsible and strong bi-partisan $42.8 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23, which he supported. This budget ensures that there will be no tax increases or new taxes. Overall, it represents a 2.9% increase in spending over the prior fiscal year.

Bonner Bill Supporting Long-Term Care Earns House Approval

Jul. 01, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Bonner’s (R-Mercer/Butler) legislation that would require Contract Health Care Service Agencies that provide temporary nursing workers in nursing homes, assisted living residences and personal care homes to register with Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) as a condition of their operations in the Commonwealth has passed the House of Representatives.

Bonner to Host Two Senior Citizens Breakfasts

Apr. 05, 2022 /

BUTLER AND MERCER COUNTIES – Residents of the eighth legislative district in Mercer and Butler counties are invited to attend one of the upcoming Senior Breakfasts hosted by Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler).