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Shaffer’s Bill to Turn Volume Down on Digital Disruption in Streaming Ads Passes Committee Unanimously
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer’s (R-Allegheny) legislation that would prohibit video streaming services from playing commercial advertisements at a volume louder than the video content they accompany is one step closer to becoming law.
Strengthening Democracy by Updating Our Primary System
The Primary Election is quickly approaching. On May 19, voters will head to the polls to choose who moves on to the November ballot. We like to remind everyone that it’s our responsibility as residents to educate ourselves on the issues and participate in the electoral process.
Shaffer, Khan’s Bipartisan Bill to Support Students with Pancreatic Conditions Clears Path for Safe Medication Use in Schools
HARRISBURG – After hearing directly from parents, caregivers, educators and students about how Pennsylvania law treats different student medications, Reps. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) and Tarik Khan (D-Philadelphia) have introduced a bill that would give students with pancreatic insufficiency the same ability to carry necessary medication that students using inhalers and EpiPens already have.
Let’s Lay the Death Tax to Rest
I’ve made the point we deserve a government that works effectively and responsibly.
Shaffer Formally Introduces Bill to Turn Volume Down on Digital Disruption in Streaming Ads
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer’s (R-Allegheny) legislation that would prohibit video streaming services from playing commercial advertisements at a volume louder than the video content they accompany has been assigned to the House Communications and Technology Committee.
Shaffer Announces $177,000 in State Grants for Fire, EMS Services in 28th District
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) announced fire and emergency response organizations in the 28th Legislative District have been awarded $177,137 in grants from the state.
Shaffer: Township of Pine Awarded $355,000 for Traffic Safety Upgrades
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) today announced the Township of Pine received a grant to make safety improvements at several traffic signals across the township.
Shaffer Urges On-Time Budget and Government Reform in Response to Governor’s Plan
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s $53.26 billion budget proposal for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Shaffer To Host Telephone Town Hall on Feb. 3
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) is inviting area residents to join him for a discussion during an upcoming telephone town hall.
Shaffer Announces Nearly $1 Million Awarded for Local Water and Sewer Projects
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) today announced $950,000 in state funding has been awarded to several projects in the 28th District, which covers part of Allegheny County, through the Small Water and Sewer Program.
Shaffer Announces $243,000 Grant for West Deer Township Park Improvements
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) today announced West Deer Township will receive $243,000 in state grant money for significant upgrades to Bairdford Park. The funding comes through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnerships Program (C2P2).
Shaffer Appointed to House Transportation Committee
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) today announced he’s been named to the state House Transportation Committee. Shaffer, an engineer with a Carnegie Mellon doctorate and deep experience in transportation safety, is looking forward to advancing infrastructure solutions.
Unwrapping a Better Commonwealth
by State Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny)
Shaffer Announces Nearly $950,000 for Public Safety, Recreation and Infrastructure Projects in Allegheny County
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) announced nearly $950,000 in state funding has been awarded to municipalities in the 28th District, which covers part of Allegheny County, through the Local Share Account (LSA) grants and the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP) to support infrastructure improvements and community development.
Shaffer Aims to Turn Volume Down on Digital Disruption in Streaming Ads
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) announced he is introducing legislation that would prohibit video streaming services from playing commercial advertisements at a volume louder than the video content they accompany.
Shaffer: $1.25 Million in State Grants to Boost Public Safety, Parks and Local Services
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) today announced the approval of more than $1.25 million in Gaming Economic Development Tourism (GEDTF) grants for community development projects throughout the 28th District.
Shaffer Calls for Reform After Today’s Negotiated Budget Deal
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement regarding the House passing a negotiated $50.1 billion budget deal.
Shaffer Starts Reform for Pennsylvania Overhaul with ‘No Budget, No Pay Raise’ Legislation
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny), an advocate for government reform, has started to act on his government accountability agenda by introducing legislation that would suspend automatic pay raises for the Legislature, the governor and lieutenant governor during any year in which a state budget is not passed by July 1.
Shaffer Won’t Take a Paycheck Until Budget is Passed
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement with June 30 passing without a new state budget in place.
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