Northern Tier Workforce Development Board Awarded $131,006, Says Fritz

Jan. 17, 2020 /

HONESDALE – With a goal of helping better prepare students for in-demand careers, Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) announced that the Northern Tier Workforce Development Board will receive a $131,006 Business-Education Partnership (BEP) grant from the Department of Labor and Industry.

Northeast PA Snow Trails Inc. Awarded $54,400 to Conduct Trail Study in Susquehanna, Wayne Counties, Says Fritz

Dec. 19, 2019 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) announced today that Northeast PA Snow Trails Inc. will be receiving a $54,400 state grant from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), which will go towards preparing a trail study for the development of approximately 13 miles of the former Ontario & Western Railroad corridor for ATV use.

Local Legislators Announce Wayne County PennDOT Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Transportation Concerns

Dec. 03, 2019 /

WAYNE COUNTY – In efforts to strengthen community relations and open the floor for residents to express their concerns regarding transportation issues, Sen. Lisa Baker (R-Luzerne/Pike/Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming), and Reps. Jonathan Fritz (R-Wayne/Susquehanna) and Mike Peifer (R-Pike/Wayne) announced an upcoming Wayne County PennDOT town hall meeting on Thursday, Dec. 19, from 6-8 p.m., at Damascus School Gymnasium, 174 High School Road, Damascus.

Fritz’s Government Reform Legislation Signed into Law

Nov. 27, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) announced today that the governor signed his legislation, House Bill 57, which would eliminate outdated boards and commissions, into law. The law will take effect in 60 days.

Fritz Introduces Legislation Aimed at Improving How Construction Projects are Designed and Completed

Nov. 20, 2019 /

Fritz Introduces Legislation Aimed at Improving How Construction Projects are Designed and Completed

HARRISBURG—In response to release of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Task Force’s report findings and recommendations during a press conference held today in the Capitol, Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) announced that he will be introducing legislation, House Bill 2063, which would authorize PennDOT to increase its use of “design-build” as a construction project delivery system.

Susquehanna County Recreation Center Awarded $11,250 State Grant, Says Fritz

Nov. 19, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Seeking to provide Susquehanna County with further indoor recreational opportunities along with youth focused programs, Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) announced that the Susquehanna County Recreational Center was awarded $11,250 by the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED).

Pickett, Fritz to Co-Host Concealed Carry Seminar Oct. 17

Oct. 16, 2019 /

WHAT: In their continuing effort to better inform area gun owners regarding their rights under state law, Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) and Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) will co-host a concealed carry seminar in Susquehanna County.

Fritz Expresses Continued Support For Natural Gas Industry

Sep. 20, 2019 /

TUNKHANNOCK – Standing alongside county officials and leaders of local production companies that currently pay the Marcellus Shale impact fee, Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) voiced his continued support of the natural gas industry and the benefits the impact fee has generated across the Commonwealth at an event in Tunkhannock sponsored by the Marcellus Shale Coalition.

Pickett, Fritz to Co-Host Concealed Carry Seminar Oct. 17

Sep. 19, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – In their continuing effort to better inform area gun owners regarding their rights under state law, Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) and Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) will co-host a concealed carry seminar in Susquehanna County on Thursday, Oct. 17. The free event will take place at the Hop Bottom Hose Company, South Center Street in Hop Bottom, starting at 6 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.

Fritz’s Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion Proposal Written into Law

Jul. 10, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Advocating for the need of pro-jobs and growth options in rural parts of the Commonwealth has proven successful for Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) as his Pipeline Investment Program initiative expansion proposal was signed into law.