My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Chris Ross Introduces Bill To Stabilize Pennsylvania Solar Markets - 5/26/2011
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Legislation designed to stabilize Pennsylvania’s solar energy market by increasing the demand for energy credits to match the supply created by the solar grant programs has been introduced in Harrisburg. House Bill 1580, sponsored by Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester) would mandate that power companies purchase a greater percentage of their electric generation from solar sources. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
House Transportation Committee Holds a Public Hearing on Distracted Driving Bill Sponsored by Rep. Ross - 4/21/2011
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New legislation that would enact penalties for distracted driving in Pennsylvania was the topic of a public hearing held this week by the House Transportation Committee in Harrisburg. After numerous attempts to pass laws restricting the use of cell phones and other hand held electronic devices behind the wheel, Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester) said his legislation would take a broader approach to the dangers created by distracted drivers on Pennsylvania roads. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Ross Comments on His Electronic Recycling Bill Recently Signed into Law - 11/30/2010
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Legislation establishing a recycling program for electronic equipment like computers and televisions has been signed into law in Harrisburg. Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester), prime sponsor of the bill, said the new recycling law will help to solve the growing problem of how to dispose of e-waste in an environmentally responsible manner. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Ross Comments on His Electronic Waste Recycling Bill - 6/22/2010
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Legislation that would create a statewide electronic waste recycling program has been passed by the Pennsylvania House. House Bill 708, sponsored by Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester), would require electronics manufacturers to implement a program to collect, transport, and recycle used electronics from consumers across the commonwealth. The Bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Ross Says Bills to Fix Municipal Pensions Need Careful Consideration, Not a Rush Job - 8/18/2009
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Doubt about the future financial stability of many municipal government pension plans was the topic of a public hearing held Tuesday by the House Republican Policy Committee in Harrisburg. Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester) said the bills to correct the municipal pension system problems needs careful consideration in order to avoid increasing the burden on Pennsylvania’s taxpayers. Mike Davies reports...
Rep. Ross Comments on His Amendment to Curb Distracted Driving - 4/23/2009
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Legislation designed to address the issue of distracted driving has been approved by the Pennsylvania House. Following the failure of a measure that would have banned all hand-held cell phone use while driving, the amendment to tackle distracted driving received overwhelming support. Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester), sponsor of the amendment, said that his proposal would cover all distracting behaviors, not just cell phone usage. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Ross Says Federal Stimulus May Create Future Spending Problems for State Govt - 3/9/2009
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Lawmakers in Harrisburg heard from local governments Monday at a hearing held by the House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee about how their operations will be affected by federal stimulus funds and some of the possible downsides to the temporary influx of money. Rep. Chris Ross of Chester County said the federal money does have strings attached and the state government must be careful to not create spending patterns that cannot be sustained in the future. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.
Rep. Ross Comments on New Law to Ensure Prompt Recording of Deeds - 10/21/2008
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Legislation to ensure the prompt recording of real estate deeds has been signed into law. Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester), the prime sponsor of the bill, said that municipal registration requirements which delay the recording of deeds have had negative effects on new property owners. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Ross Comments on Credit and Banking Crisis - 10/1/2008
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The House Commerce Committee held a roundtable discussion on the credit and banking crisis and the recent Congressional rejection of bailout legislation Wednesday in Harrisburg. Rep. Chris Ross (R-Chester) said most ordinary citizens will not face any direct financial damage from the ongoing credit problem. Mike Davies Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Ross Says State Regulators Report on Effects of New Gas Drilling Boom - 10/1/2008
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The economic and environmental effects of the huge increase in drilling for natural gas in the Marcellus Shale formation that spans the Northern portion of Pennsylvania was the topic of a public hearing held Tuesday in Harrisburg by the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. Rep. Chris Ross of Chester County a member of the Committee said lawmakers received an update on how state government is responding to the increased demand for drilling permits. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.