State Rep. Doyle Heffley
Recent News About State Rep. Doyle Heffley
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Heffley, Argall Remain Hopeful on Hemlock Drive Bridge Project
Rep. Doyle Heffley and Sen. David Argall have expressed optimism over the progress of the Hemlock Drive Bridge project in Carbon County. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is set to commence repairs on the local bridge later this spring, bringing relief to residents impacted by its closure.Heffley acknowledged the collaborative efforts that led to this development, stating, “For all parties involved, it was extremely important to create a plan that would limit the impact on the residents and businesses in the community.” He emphasized the importance...
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Heffley, Argall Announce Grant Funding for Roadway Projects in Carbon County
Mar. 26, 2024HARRISBURG – Two roadway projects in Carbon County today were awarded more than $500,000 in Multimodal Transportation Funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), according to Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) and Sen. David Argall (R-Schuylkill/Carbon/Luzerne).Lansford Borough was awarded $313,000 in funding to reconstruct the wall and roadway along Brimble Road. Bowmanstown Borough was awarded $187,000 in funding for the reconstruction of Lincoln Avenue, the borough’s wastewater treatment plant access road."It’s always important for our...
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Heffley to Host Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Expo on March 23
Mar. 15, 2024WEISSPORT – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) has announced the upcoming Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Expo in Jim Thorpe. The event, scheduled for Saturday, March 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Penn Forest Township Volunteer Fire Co. #1, 1387 State Route 903, will showcase over 30 exhibitors and offer door prizes.Highlighting the diverse outdoor recreational opportunities in Carbon County, Heffley expressed his enthusiasm for the expo, stating, "Carbon County has so many outdoor recreational activities for families, so this expo serves as an awesome opportunity...
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Heffley Announces Legislation on Building, Inspector Codes
Mar. 13, 2024 - HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) today announces legislation that would reassess and update the state’s building codes and regulations, in an effort to combat the housing shortage and improve attainability in the Commonwealth.The legislation, as outlined by Rep. Heffley, would instruct the Review and Advisory Council to skip the next round of updates in the Uniform Construction Code and instead study existing codes, identify cost drivers to building, and create a list of alternatives to the codes that would not compromise safety."Housing prices...
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Heffley, Argall Announce Grant Funding to Local Fire, EMS Companies
Feb 13, 2024HARRISBURG - Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-Schuylkill/Carbon/Luzerne) have recently announced that several local fire and emergency medical service (EMS) companies have been awarded over $400,000 in grant funding."It's exciting to see these grant dollars given to our local fire and EMS companies that are on the frontline when an emergency strikes within our community," said Heffley. "Sen. Argall and I, along with our staff, are always willing to assist these companies with the necessary grant paperwork to ensure everything is...
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Heffley Expresses Concern for Shapiro’s Budget Proposal and the Taxpayers
In response to Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed state budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, Representative Doyle Heffley has expressed concern over the massive increase in spending. The budget proposal amounts to $48 billion, which is an 8% increase from the current year's spending.Heffley highlights his concerns regarding the reliance on one-time, non-reoccurring revenue from reserve funds to fill the deficit spending. This would result in a $3.7 billion spending increase. Heffley points out that even the Independent Fiscal Office (IFO) has expressed its concerns,...
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Heffley to Host Public Meeting about Hatchery Road
Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) will be hosting a public meeting to address the concerns regarding the closure of Hatchery Road Bridge and the contingency plans. The meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 5 p.m., will take place at the Penn Forest Township Municipal Building in Jim Thorpe.The closure of the Hatchery Road Bridge has caused inconvenience and frustration among local residents. Many have expressed their concerns about the impact on their daily commute and the potential delays it may cause. In response to these concerns, Rep. Heffley has taken the...
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Heffley Announces District Office Hours for Christmas and New Year’s Day
Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) has announced the modified schedule for his district offices during the Christmas and New Year holidays. All district offices will be closed from Friday, Dec. 22, to Monday, Dec. 25, and will reopen on Tuesday, Dec. 26, at 9 a.m. Additionally, the offices will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 29, and reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 2, in observance of New Year's Day.In a statement, Heffley emphasized the importance of providing this information to the residents of the 122nd District. He said, "It is crucial for our constituents to be aware of the...
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Heffley Announces Over $4 Million Awarded to 122nd District
In an exciting development for Carbon and Schuylkill counties, Rep. Doyle Heffley has announced the allocation of over $4 million in state grant funding. These funds have been granted through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) and will support various projects in the region.The grants were approved during the recent CFA Board meeting and are part of the Commonwealth's Small Water and Sewer Program (SWS), Water Supply, Sanitary Sewer, and Storm Water Projects Program (H2O), and the PA Arts and Culture Recovery Program (PACR)."I'm happy to see these grant dollars...
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Heffley Says 'No More Excuses' for PA House Democrats in 2024
In a recent statement, Representative Doyle Heffley expressed his concerns regarding the low number of session days for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 2024. Heffley questioned Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton and her Democratic colleagues, particularly due to the fact that this Legislative Session has set a new record for the least time spent on the House floor dedicated to working for constituents.Heffley specifically addressed Speaker McClinton's explanation for the three-month hiatus until mid-March, citing an urgent need to address a leaky roof....