My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Prescription Drug Registry Bill Sponsored by Rep. DiGirolamo Approved by House Human Services Committee - 12/6/2011
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Legislation aimed at preventing the misuse and abuse of prescription drugs is closer to passage after being approved by the House Human Services Committee Tuesday in Harrisburg. House Bill 1651 would create a state maintained database to enable doctors and pharmacists to better manage the dispensing of controlled substances and reduce the diversion of dangerous drugs. Committee Chairman and sponsor of the bill Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks) said it is his hope the bill will significantly reduce the growing problem of prescription drug abuse in Pennsylvania. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep.DiGirolamo Says New Marcellus Shale Tax Plan Shares Revenue Statewide and Supports Human Service Programs - 10/4/2011
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Legislation calling for a Marcellus Shale gas tax that shares revenue from a 4.9 percent gas severance tax between state and local government programs is being introduced in the State House. Bill co-sponsor Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks), chairman of the House Human Services Committee said this plan differs from other proposals in that it would result in a fair and equitable distribution of gas severance tax revenue across the state and offer needed support for crucial human service programs. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Chairman DiGirolamo Says PA's Lyme Disease Problems the Topic of a Recent Hearing by the House Human Services Committee - 8/31/2011
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In an effort to build awareness of Lyme disease in Pennsylvania and promote better treatment alternatives, the House Human Services Committee held a hearing this week on legislation that would create a statewide task force to deal with this widespread tick-borne disease. Committee Chairman Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks) said this hearing was the first step in gathering information to move forward with legislation needed to encourage more engagement by state government in dealing with this growing public health problem. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Gene DiGirolamo Comments on Committee Hearing on Bill to Curb Drug Abuse - 6/16/2011
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In an effort to curb prescription drug abuse, the House Human Services Committee recently held a hearing to discuss legislation that would give medical professionals a tool to identify the potential misuse of medications by patients. House Bill 1651 would create a centralized database to allow doctors and pharmacists to track a patient’s drug history and better control medications that have the potential for abuse. Committee Chairman Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks), prime sponsor of the bill, said his legislation would allow doctors to identify and treat those people who have become addicted to prescription drugs. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. DiGirolamo Named Chair of House Human Services Committee - 1/12/2011
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Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks) has been named the Chairman of the new House Human Services Committee, formerly part of the Health and Human Services Committee. Due to the large volume of legislation charged to that committee, House leaders split the committee for greater efficiency. DiGirolamo said he hopes to preserve funding for vital human services. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. DiGirolamo Introduces Bill to Increase Penalties for Leaving Children Unattended in Cars - 9/2/2010
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Lawmakers in Bucks County are introducing new legislation to boost penalties for child endangerment in reaction to situations where children have repeatedly been left in parked automobiles at a local casino. Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks) joined Sen. Tommy Tomlinson (R-Bucks) in voicing their concern at a news conference held Thursday in Bensalem and said he will be introducing a version of the new bill in the state House. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. DiGirolamo Pleased His Bill to Create a Cabinet Level Department of Drug and Alcohol Treatment Signed Into Law - 7/13/2010
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Legislation that will create a new department of state government to ensure greater access to drug and alcohol addiction treatment services in Pennsylvania has been signed into law. Prime sponsor of the bill Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks) has been a long-standing champion of this proposal. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. DiGirolamo Comments on New Law Banning Mandatory Overtime for Nurses - 12/18/2008
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Legislation to ban mandatory overtime for nurses and others involved in direct patient care in PA was signed in to law this week in Harrisburg. Rep. Gene DiGirolamo of Bucks County, a co-sponsor of the bill, said he was glad to see the legislation that he has worked on for many years finally become reality. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. DiGirolamo Speaks at Rally in Support of Stiffer Penalties for Cruelty to Domestic Animals - 5/15/2008
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Hundreds of supporters of tougher regulations for commercial dog breeders and stiffer penalties in cases of animal abuse rallied this week at the state capitol. Rep. Gene DiGirolamo of Bucks County is the sponsor legislation that would significantly increase fines for cruelty to animals in Pennsylvania. DiGirolamo’s bill is part of a wider effort to improve conditions for dogs in large breeding kennels and elimination of cruel and inhumane treatment of dogs bred in these facilities. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. DiGirolamo Comments on His Bill to Aid Community Response Team Members - 9/20/2007
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The House Labor Relations Committee met on Thursday for a hearing on legislation designed to aid Community Emergency Response Team members. House Bill 292, sponsored by Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks), would provide for worker's compensation coverage for Response Team members who are injured while performing their duties. Chuck Nichols Reports - Full Story and Stand-Alone Cut available.