Metcalfe Minute - September 2018

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House State Government Committee Chairman Metcalfe recently hosted a legislative briefing in his state Capitol office with President Donald Trump’s top manufacturing and technology advocate, Tom Rossomando, U.S. Small Business Administration (second from left) to discuss additional opportunities to partner with the Trump administration to rein in overregulation. Representative Metcalfe led a record number of firearm owners and Pro-Second Amendment lawmakers from across the Commonwealth for the annual state Capitol Rally to Protect Your Right to Keep and Bear Arms. Representative Metcalfe was a featured panelist at the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB-PA) Roundtable on Cutting the Red Tape: Regulatory Relief Proposals in the PA Legislature. Representative Metcalfe recently testified before the House Finance Committee on the importance of his Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) legislation (House Bill 1289) and the many benefits that ESOPs have for businesses, communities and the economy. “Children are a gift from God and the responsibility of raising them belongs to their parents, not the state! Our rights are from God, not the government!” was Representative Metcalfe’s message during a state Capitol rally in support of Parental Rights. Representative Metcalfe was the featured speaker at a luncheon hosted by Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania in Cranberry Township. He shared legislative updates with guests on the state budget, reducing the size of the Legislature, regulatory reform and performance-based budgeting. Representative Metcalfe was invited to speak at the Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber’s Connections networking event on topics directly impacting Pennsylvania’s business climate, including the state budget, regulatory reform, right-to-work legislation and pension reform. Representative Metcalfe enjoyed receiving a tour of the Sherwood Oaks Community Living Center in Cranberry Township. Representative Metcalfe welcomed several Keystone Boys State Citizens from the 12th Legislative District to the state Capitol. Members and coaches of the Mars Area High School girls basketball team, pictured here in Representative Metcalfe’s state Capitol office, were recognized on the House floor for capturing their first-ever PIAA 5A state championship. On behalf of the state representatives from Butler County, Representative Metcalfe presented Butler County Sheriff Michael Slupe with an official House citation recognizing his work as president of the Pennsylvania Sheriffs Association from 2016-2017. House State Government Committee Chairman Daryl Metcalfe, state lawmakers and business leaders from across the Commonwealth joined together to announce the introduction of five pieces of legislation specifically designed to rein in overregulation. From January 2015 to March 2017, Pennsylvania taxpayers were routinely billed more than $1,000 a month, and several times more than $2,000 per month, for extravagant food purchases at the lieutenant governor’s mansion. Chairman Metcalfe convened a House State Government Committee informational meeting to further scrutinize Lt. Gov. Mike Stack’s more than $30,000 grocery tab, of which at least $3,000 was unaccounted. In recognition of the Pittsburgh Penguins winning back-to-back NHL championships, Representative Metcalfe had an up-close opportunity to view the Stanley Cup at the state Capitol. Representative Metcalfe presented an official House citation honoring Cranberry Township Police Officer Joshua Shimko for receiving the Lifesaving Award. Officer Shimko was awarded the Lifesaving Award for his efforts to save a man who was shot. Representative Metcalfe recently visited Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic High School in Cranberry Township where he spoke to senior students regarding his responsibilities as a state lawmaker and the important role that the Constitution plays in holding all levels of government accountable. Representative Metcalfe recently met with Ben Blakesley, a Cub Scout aspiring to earn his Arrow of Light badge, at his Cranberry Township district office. Representative Metcalfe hosted his most recent Firearms Safety and Rights Seminar at the Mars VFW. More than 100 constituents came to hear expert presenters, Butler County Sheriff Michael Slupe and Butler County Assistant District Attorney Ben Simon, discuss a wide variety of firearms safety and Second Amendment subjects, including the process for obtaining a permit to carry a concealed weapon and other valuable information about state gun laws, including the Castle Doctrine. Representative Metcalfe enjoyed visiting with his constituents during his Winter Open House, which he hosted at his Cranberry Township district office. During the 2017 Rally to Protect Your Right to Keep Bear and Arms, Representative Metcalfe encouraged attendees to Make the Second Amendment Great Again! House State Government Committee Chairman Daryl Metcalfe successfully navigated historic pension reform legislation through one of its final obstacles before Senate Bill 1 became law on June 12, 2017. Representative Metcalfe spoke at the Sons of Union Veterans, Pennsylvania Encampment’s Annual Convention, hosted at the Marriot Hotel in Cranberry Township. Representative Metcalfe joined with several of his legislative colleagues at the UPMC Lemieux Sportsman Complex, located in Cranberry Township, for a presentation on the economic benefits of completing necessary road improvements and a follow-up discussion of opportunities available upon completion of the Cranberry Springs development. Representative Metcalfe enjoyed receiving a behind-the- scenes-tour and hearing about the regional benefits due to recent advancements at the Greater Pittsburgh International Airport. Representative Metcalfe was presented with the Gold Legislative Torchbearers A+ Award from Americans for Prosperity - Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) for voting 100 percent of the time during the 2015-16 legislative session to cut wasteful spending, lower the tax burden, privatize our state-run liquor system, increase worker freedom, and put Pennsylvanians in charge of Pennsylvania’s energy regulations. The award was presented by AFP-PA Director of Policy Anna McCauslin and AFP-PA State Director Beth Anne Mumford. In recognition of his 100 percent small business voting record during the 2015-16 legislative session, Representative Metcalfe was presented with yet another Guardian of Small Business Award by the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). This year’s award was presented by NFIB State Director Kevin Shivers. Members of the Northside Sportsmen’s Association listened as Representative Metcalfe encouraged gun-owners to attend this year’s Second Amendment Action Day which was held in May. The rally is held every year to demonstrate that law abiding gun owners will not sit idly by as gun-grabbing politicians attempt to chip away at our Second Amendment right. Representative Metcalfe spoke to the Beaver County Sportsmen’s Conservation League to discuss the necessity of citizens holding their elected officials accountable in protecting our God-given right to keep and bear arms as this is constantly under attack by all levels of government. At the annual State of Our Commonwealth breakfast hosted by the Butler County Chamber of Commerce, Representative spoke about potential solutions for Pennsylvania’s more than $56 billion unfunded pension liability and the detriments of Wolf’s original proposed budget which included $2.7 billion in new taxes. At the Firearms Safety and Rights Seminar, Butler County Sheriff Michael Slupe and District Attorney Richard Goldinger joined Representative Metcalfe in providing valuable information about state gun laws and answered questions about freely, safely, and responsibly exercising our God-given right to keep and bear arms. Representative Metcalfe met with two constituents who are members of the Pennsylvania Civil Air Patrol. He listened to the concerns of his constituents and learned more about their role in the Pennsylvania Civil Air Patrol. Representative Metcalfe and members of his staff had the opportunity to view the original charter of Pennsylvania that was issued to William Penn in 1681 at the State Museum of Pennsylvania At this year’s Second Amendment Action Day, Representative Metcalfe encouraged rally attendees to take the Citizens Oath to defend the Constitution and hold their government accountable. Since Representative Metcalfe has been in office, he has held an annual Senior Expo to benefit many seniors in the area. This year’s expo featured more than 50 exhibitors providing a variety of free information and activities, including veteran services, health screenings, nutrition assistance, chair massages, recreation, and much more. Members of the FINS Robotics Team demonstrated their robot to Representative Metcalfe which competed with other robotics teams from around the country. This impressive robot is capable of picking up items and placing them in bins as well as building structures made of blocks. Representative Metcalfe presented an official House citation to Penn Township resident Dennis Bogan. A World War II veteran, Mr. Bogan honorably served in the U.S. Navy as a radio operator among other duties. After retiring from military service, Mr. Bogan returned to work on his family farm and as a stone mason. Representative Metcalfe spoke to a government class from North Catholic High School about his responsibilities as State Representative and the process of registering to vote. He also encouraged students to be involved and engage their elected officials. Representative Metcalfe toured the Blind & Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh facility to learn more about their organization which enables people who are blind, deaf or vision impaired to become more independent by participating in programs and employment services. Representative Metcalfe was invited to participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new XTO Energy branch in Warrendale. XTO Energy operates throughout the United States extracting natural gas from shale in Pennsylvania and several other states. Representative Metcalfe met with students from North Hills Christian Homeschoolers to discuss his role as a State Representative. He also shared the importance of becoming active in politics at all levels of government to ensure elected officials are being held accountable for their actions. The Wounded Heroes Hunting Camp is a nonprofit charity organization that empowers wounded veterans with the opportunity to engage in hunting and fishing and other outdoor activities that they love to pursue. Representative Metcalfe had the privilege of speaking to a local group from the Wounded Heroes Hunting Camp about veterans’ issues at the state level, while sharing his perspective as a veteran who served in the US Army. Representative Metcalfe met with Elaine Cole from the Pennsylvania Social Security Administration to learn more about the new Social Security Express Customer Service Station. Located in the Cranberry Township Municipal Center, this is one of the country’s first nonfederal buildings to contain the Social Security self-service kiosk. The easy-to-use, touchscreen machine can be used to access the user’s Social Security statement, estimate retirement benefits, and apply for retirement, disability benefits and Medicare benefits. The secure kiosk also includes a camera, a printer, a scanner, a phone handset, and a keyboard to access only the user’s information. SMC Business Councils held an event at their Cranberry Township headquarters to educate their membership about the growing pension crisis in Pennsylvania. Representative Metcalfe was invited along with other state lawmakers to outline several potential reforms to address the Commonwealth’s unsustainable pension crisis. Representative Metcalfe spoke to the Beaver County Sportsmen’s Conservation League regarding the utmost importance of protecting our God-given right to keep and bear arms which remains under attack from all levels of government. From unwarranted executive orders to refusing to prosecute elected officials accepting bribes, Representative Metcalfe spoke to a group from Pennsylvania Concerned Citizens about the lawlessness in Harrisburg and Washington, D.C. As more and more elected officials act as if they are above the law and continue to ignore the Constitution they swore an oath to uphold, Representative Metcalfe encouraged the crowd to engage with their elected officials and hold them accountable for their actions. Representative Metcalfe spoke to a group from Citizens for Liberty in King of Prussia regarding the utter importance of maintaining our Second Amendment right. As our right to keep and bear arms remains under attack from all levels of government, Representative Metcalfe discussed problems and solutions in protecting our liberties and he also shared how all citizens can stand up for our rights and ensure the Second Amendment stays intact. Representative Metcalfe spoke about potential solutions for Pennsylvania’s $50 billion unfunded pension liability at the annual State of Our Commonwealth breakfast organized by the Butler County Chamber of Commerce. As Majority Chairman of the House State Government Committee, Representative Metcalfe was invited to speak in support of House Bill 1507 at the Americans for Prosperity rally with Michelle Malkin. As Majority Chairman of the House State Government Committee, Representative Metcalfe was invited to speak in support of House Bill 1507 at the Americans for Prosperity rally with Michelle Malkin. Representative Metcalfe celebrated Pennsylvania Dairy Month by enjoying a “Farm Show favorite” milkshake at the state Capitol. Pictured with Representative Metcalfe are Danielle Varner (2013-14 Pennsylvania State Alternate Dairy Princess), Lu-Anne Antisdel (2013-14 Pennsylvania State Dairy Princess), and Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture George Greig. Nao, a Japanese foreign exchange student, recently shadowed in Representative Metcalfe’s Cranberry Township district office. Nao learned about Pennsylvania’s legislative process and was also able to watch Representative Metcalfe’s interview with a local television station. Representative Metcalfe and his staff also learned a great deal about Japanese culture and politics. New this year to Representative Metcalfe’s annual Senior Expo was the Pennsylvania Mobile Veterans’ Outreach Van. An accredited veterans service officer was on hand to offer information and application assistance on existing programs and benefits that are available to local veterans and their family members. Pictured with Representative Metcalfe is veterans service officer Phil Hillesheim and members of the VFW Post 879 in Cranberry Township. Representative Metcalfe presented constituent Amanda Pope with a House of Representatives citation at the state Capitol. Amanda was crowned Miss Pennsylvania International 2014. In August, Amanda will be representing Pennsylvania at the Miss International competition, competing against contestants from the United States and various countries around the world. Representative Metcalfe held his spring 2014 town hall meetings at the Adams Township Municipal Building and the Cranberry Township Municipal Building. Representative Metcalfe hosted the House Manufacturing Caucus tour at Penn United Technologies. Penn United was founded in 1971 by three machinists who opened a small tool-and-die shop in Saxonburg. Since then the company has grown into a major contributor to the local economy, manufacturing high precision metal products for a variety of industries worldwide, including the energy, medical, defense and aerospace, and electronics industries. Penn United employs more than 550 people. Representative Metcalfe was invited as a guest reader at Penn Christian Academy. He also spoke with the 4th grade students about Pennsylvania state government. Representative Metcalfe was invited to speak to a local Webelos Den to fulfill their requirement for the “Citizenship in the Community” badge. Representative Metcalfe held his 8th annual Second Amendment Action Day on the steps of the State Capitol. Citizens from across the Commonwealth joined in support of protecting the right to keep and bear arms in Pennsylvania. Representative Metcalfe held his ninth annual PA Second Amendment Action Day on the steps of the State Capitol. Citizens from across the Commonwealth joined in support of protecting the right to keep and bear arms in Pennsylvania. In recognition of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, Representative Metcalfe delivered featured remarks during the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E.) annual Pennsylvania Motorcyclist Rights Rally held in the state Capitol Rotunda. Just days before final passage of the 2013-14 state budget, Representative Metcalfe organized a state Capitol press conference that ultimately resulted in the defeat of Gov. Tom Corbett’s $2 billion annual gas tax increase. As Majority Chairman of the House State Government Committee, Representative Metcalfe held a public hearing on public pension reform in the Commonwealth. Representative Metcalfe presented a House of Representatives citation to constituent Dean McMillen for being awarded with the Butler County Veteran of the Year award. He is a veteran of the Korean War and serves as the commander of the Evans City American Legion. Representative Metcalfe visited with students at Penn Christian Academy. The students were learning about Pennsylvania state government and Representative Metcalfe’s visit provided them with the opportunity to hear firsthand about Pennsylvania’s legislative history and our government. On New Year’s Day 2013, Representative Metcalfe officially took the oath of office to represent the constituents of the 12th Legislative District for his eighth term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. The state Constitution requires members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives be sworn in for the new session on the first Tuesday in January, which this year fell on New Year's Day. Representative Metcalfe updated constituents about state government issues at a town hall meeting. Representative Metcalfe was invited to speak to senior citizens at the Sherwood Oaks Retirement Community. Representative Metcalfe highlighted important state government issues affecting seniors, including property taxes and pension reform. Representative Metcalfe held an event honoring veterans of the 12th Legislative District. Pictured with Representative Metcalfe is constituent and U.S. Navy veteran David Root. Representative Metcalfe presented a House of Representatives citation to constituent Edward Wahl. Mr. Wahl is a veteran of World War II and was recognized for his selfless act of saving victims of a plane crash over 60 years ago, while he was stationed in England. Representative Metcalfe was the keynote speaker at the Boy Scouts of Butler County American Heroes Weekend. He highlighted his experience serving under oath in the U.S. Army and the importance of duty to God, family and country as stated in the Boy Scouts Code of Honor. Representative Metcalfe met with constituent Nicole Carney to discuss issues affecting young Pennsylvania residents. Nicole was crowned Pennsylvania National American Miss Preteen. Representative Metcalfe and Congressman Steve King (R-IA), an immigration reform leader in Congress, were live on-air with Dan Rivers on WKBN Youngstown, Ohio at the Federation for American Immigration Reform’s annual “Hold Their Feet to the Fire” radio event in Washington, D.C. In honor of the Civil Air Patrol’s 100th anniversary, Representative Metcalfe presented an official House citation to members of the Butler Composite Squadron 712. Representative Metcalfe answers a question from Jeff Greenfield, senior political correspondent for CBS News, at a panel discussion on immigration held by the Peter Jennings Foundation at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. Pennsylvania House State Government Chairman Metcalfe and U.S. Congressman Lou Barletta voice their support for individual states’ rights to protect their citizens against the illegal alien invasion during the Geno’s Cheesesteaks Support Arizona Rally held in Philadelphia. Representative Metcalfe hosted an informational public meeting to address local resident concerns about the drawdown of Glade Run Lake. Representative Metcalfe visits with constituent Bernie Elder to discuss small business issues at his business in the 12th District. Representative Metcalfe, U.S. Army Veteran, participates in a state Capitol ceremony honoring Pennsylvania World War II veterans of the Tuskegee Airmen--America's first African American Air combat unit. Representative Metcalfe visits Mike Pintek for an in studio radio interview on KDKA 1020AM. Representative Metcalfe toured Seneca Landfill and met with Ed Vogel and Mike Pavelek to discuss state-related issues and affecting the business. Defying the unfounded objections of the United Nations and the ACLU, Representative Metcalfe released several “Invasion PA” brochures highlighting stolen jobs, stolen benefit and crimes committed by illegal aliens across the Commonwealth. Recognized Leadership: "Representative Metcalfe is a national leader working together with state legislators across the nation to deliver real progress on an issue that is no doubt on the minds of nearly every American citizen." --Dan Stein, president, Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Rather than taking a state-recognized holiday on Columbus Day, Representative Metcalfe traveled to the West Virginia state Capitol to voice his support for the efforts of West Virginia State Legislators for Legal Immigration members to advance reform legislation designed to address America's ongoing illegal alien invasion at the state government level. For more information, visit StateLegislatorsforLegalImmigration.com. Representative Metcalfe reviews the ever-growing stack of paperwork that Pennsylvania coal companies must complete to obtain a DEP mining permit with AmeriKohl President John Stille and Chief Project Engineer John Saugrich.
 
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