Sep. 17, 2019 /
![Cambria County Outdoor Enthusiasts to Benefit from Natural Gas-Related Grants, Says Rigby]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is endorsing a grant received by the Cambria County Conservation and Recreation Authority (CCCRA) that will promote walking and bicycling in Johnstown.
Aug. 09, 2019 /
![Rigby and Langerholc to Attend Public Information Panel Discussion Regarding Marijuana Legalization]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) and Sen. Wayne Langerholc (R-Bedford/Cambria/Clearfield) will attend a public information panel discussion held by the Forest Hills Ministerium. The discussion will take place on Thursday, Aug. 15, at 7 p.m., in the Forest Hills High School LGI Room at 535 Locust St. in Sidman.
Jul. 17, 2019 /
![Funding Approved to Upgrade Infrastructure in Adams Township, Rigby Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) today announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has approved the Forest Hills Municipal Authority’s request for a loan of $4,467,500, which will fund a sewage upgrade project in Forest Hills Borough and Adams Township. The loan will have a 1% interest rate for the first five years of repayment, followed by a 1.743% rate for the remainder of the term, which is scheduled for 20 years.
Jul. 09, 2019 /
![Rigby Displeased with Governor’s Veto of Election Bill, Subsequent Borrowing]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) has expressed his disappointment in the governor’s decision to veto the election bill which was passed by the General Assembly as a part of the budget process.
Jul. 05, 2019 /
![Proper Flag Disposal Subject of Local Legislator’s Event]()
WHAT: Proper and respectful disposal of worn, tattered American flags will be the subject of an educational event hosted by state Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset). Those in attendance will witness an actual disposal ceremony, as well as learn about the history and symbolism of the American flag.
Jul. 02, 2019 /
![Rigby Hosting Press Conference Regarding Budget Impacts on Cambria County]()
WHAT: Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is hosting a press conference about the budget, Keystone Economic Zones, job expansion and more.
Jun. 27, 2019 /
![Rigby to Host Flag Disposal Ceremony]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) will be hosting an American flag disposal ceremony on July 6, at 11 a.m., at his Johnstown district office, located at 1340 Franklin St. Rigby’s office has been collecting, and will continue to collect, worn and tattered flags for the event.
Jun. 27, 2019 /
![Bridge Naming Would Honor Local Military Hero, Rigby Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) today announced that the House of Representatives has voted unanimously to pass his House Bill 1595, which would designate the Washington Street Bridge in Johnstown as the SFC Raymond R. Buchan Memorial Bridge.
Jun. 25, 2019 /
![Education, Human Services Funding and Responsible Spending Highlight 2019-20 Budget, Rigby Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) today announced that the House of Representatives has passed House Bill 790, the General Appropriations portion of the state budget, by a 140-62 margin.
May. 20, 2019 /
![Forest Hills School District Receives School Safety Grants, Rigby Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) today announced that the Forest Hills School District has received a $25,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) as a part of the Safe Schools Initiative.
May. 17, 2019 /
![Rigby Collecting Worn American Flags at Johnstown, Sidman Offices]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) will be collecting torn and tattered American flags from now through July 26 at his Johnstown and Sidman district offices. The flags are being collected in preparation for an event planned by district office staff for the end of July.
May. 01, 2019 /
![Safety Grants Awarded to Schools in 71st District]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) today announced that school districts in the 71st District have been awarded $241,744 in grants via the School Safety and Security Grant Program. These funds will be used to create a safer learning environment for our students, allowing them to learn to their full potential.
Apr. 17, 2019 /
![Rigby, Langerholc Announce PENNVEST Project Approvals in Johnstown]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) and Sen. Wayne Langerholc, (R-Bedford/Cambria/Clearfield) today announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority, known as PENNVEST, has approved two projects set to take place within the City of Johnstown.
Apr. 16, 2019 /
![*Postponed Until Further Notice* --Rigby to Host Conversation about Eradicating PA’s Opioid Epidemic]()
WHAT: Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is hosting Jason Ronczka, vice president of operations for One Health Solutions, and members of the Executive Leadership Team to discuss a way to eradicate the opioid epidemic. One Health Solutions purchased Cambria Rowe Business College for its flagship location and will be investing millions of dollars in renovations. In addition to providing a solution to people fighting opioid abuse that could be court-ordered or voluntary, One Health Solutions will bring 100 jobs to Cambria County in the next three to five years.
Apr. 02, 2019 /
![Rigby Offers Veteran Outreach Hours on April 16 in Johnstown]()
JOHNSTOWN – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) will be offering veterans affairs outreach hours in his district office at 1340 Franklin St. in Johnstown on Tuesday, April 16, from 2-4:30 p.m. An accredited field service officer from the American Legion Department of Pennsylvania will be available to assist veterans with a variety of issues.
Apr. 01, 2019 /
![Rigby to Host Conversation about Eradicating PA’s Opioid Epidemic]()
WHAT: Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is hosting Jason Ronczka, vice president of operations for One Health Solutions, and members of the Executive Leadership Team to discuss a way to eradicate the opioid epidemic. One Health Solutions purchased Cambria Rowe Business College for its flagship location and will be investing millions of dollars in renovations. In addition to providing a solution to people fighting opioid abuse that could be court-ordered or voluntary, One Health Solutions will bring 100 jobs to Cambria County in the next three to five years.
Mar. 26, 2019 /
![Rigby Announces More Than $282,000 in State Fire, EMS Grants]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) announced today that 19 fire and ambulance companies in the 71st District will receive $282,185 in grants from the Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program.
Mar. 12, 2019 /
![Rigby’s Bill to Reconnect People with Their Stolen Property, Fight Drug Trade, Passes House]()
HARRISBURG – To provide more time to recover stolen property, the House approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) that would allow for greater tracking by law enforcement of stolen jewelry and other items containing precious metals, as well as fight the opioid epidemic as the sales often fund the purchase of illegal drugs.
Feb. 05, 2019 /
![Rigby Disappointed in Wolf’s Call for Unrealistic Borrowing]()
HARRISBURG – Following the budget address that Gov. Tom Wolf delivered today to a joint session of the General Assembly, Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) released this statement:
Feb. 04, 2019 /
![House Committee Supports Rigby’s Bill to Thwart Theft, Combat Opioid Epidemic]()
HARRISBURG – The House Consumer Affairs Committee unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) that would allow for greater tracking by law enforcement of stolen jewelry and other items containing precious metals, as well as fight the opioid epidemic as the sales often fund the purchase of illegal drugs.