Press Releases

Almost $2.3 Million Awarded to Local Monroe County Projects, Say Brown, Rader

Jan. 22, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Seeking to develop and improve Monroe County communities, Reps. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) and Jack Rader (R-Monroe) announced today that Monroe County will see approximately $2.3 million in state funds from the gaming-funded Local Share Account (LSA) grants and Pipeline Investment Program grants.

Rader Announces $97,000 in Local Fire, EMS Grants

Jan. 21, 2020 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – Eight fire departments and ambulance associations in the 176th Legislative District have been awarded nearly $97,000 in state funding, Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) announced today.

Rader’s Bill to Help Communities Maintain Parks and Recreational Property Advances to Senate

Jan. 15, 2020 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation that would allow local governments to better maintain municipal-owned lands used for parks and recreational purposes to benefit residents, sponsored by Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe), was passed unanimously by the House of Representatives on Wednesday. House Bill 908 now moves to the Senate for consideration.

Rader’s Bill to Help Pennsylvanians with Drug Addictions Receive Treatment Advances to Senate

Dec. 06, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) that would assist Pennsylvania residents with drug addictions to receive treatment was passed unanimously by the House of Representatives recently.

Rader Announces Safety Grant for Pleasant Valley School District

Oct. 21, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – The Pleasant Valley School District was awarded a Safe Schools Targeted Grant, according to Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe). The $37,714 grant will be used to hire and train a school police officer.

Rader, Lehigh Valley Health Network to Co-Host Wellness Festival on Oct. 19 in Tannersville

Sep. 30, 2019 /

EFFORT – In his continuing efforts to improve the health and welfare of Monroe County residents, Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe), along with Lehigh Valley Health Network, will host a Fall Wellness Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Northampton Community College’s Monroe Campus, 2411 Route 715 in Tannersville.

Rader to Host Concealed Carry Seminar on Sept. 26

Sep. 05, 2019 /

EFFORT – In his continuing effort to better inform area gun owners regarding Pennsylvania’s firearm laws, Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) is hosting a concealed carry seminar on Thursday, Sept. 26.

Rader Leads Dedication of Submarine Veterans Memorial Highway

Sep. 04, 2019 /

EFFORT – Area veterans joined Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) and other state and local officials Wednesday to officially dedicate a portion of Route 115 in Monroe County as the Submarine Veterans Memorial Highway.

Rader Announces $1 Million Grant for New Emergency Services Facility in Chestnuthill Township

Aug. 01, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Chestnuthill Township has been awarded a $1 million state grant that will go toward construction of a new shared emergency services facility, Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) announced today. Rader played a key role in securing the funding through Pennsylvania’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP).

Rader’s Liquor License Transfer Bill Now Law

Jul. 03, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) that would allow for the transfer of state restaurant liquor licenses from a county that is saturated with licenses that aren’t being used to a county where they are needed, was signed by Gov. Tom Wolf on Tuesday.

Rader Supports 2019-20 Budget Bill and Historic Level of Education Funding

Jun. 25, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) joined a bipartisan majority of his House colleagues in passing the 2019-20 state budget proposal today. House Bill 790 would increase education funding to historic levels while keeping spending growth in line with the rate of inflation and without raising taxes or fees for hard-working Pennsylvania residents.

Rader’s Liquor License Transfer Bill Advances to Senate

Jun. 12, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation that would allow for the transfer of state restaurant liquor licenses from a county that is saturated with licenses that aren’t being used to a county where they are needed, sponsored by Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe), was passed overwhelmingly by the House of Representatives today. House Bill 1524 will next be considered by the Senate.

Monroe County Projects Earn State LSA Grants, Says Brown, Rader

Mar. 29, 2019 /

EAST STROUDSBURG – Reps. Rosemary M. Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) and Jack Rader (R-Monroe) announced today that several local projects in Monroe County were awarded $3.7 million in grants through the state’s gaming Local Share Account.

Brown, Rader Offer Their Thoughts on Governor’s Budget Address

Feb. 06, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Reps. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) and Jack Rader (R-Monroe) shared their thoughts on Gov. Tom Wolf’s recent budget address:

Rader Committee Assignments Ensure Local Residents Have Voice on Important Issues

Jan. 22, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) last week was appointed to serve on four committees in the state House, one of which directly affects the tourism industry that fuels the economy of the Pocono Mountains region and the entire Commonwealth.

Rader Takes Oath of Office in Harrisburg on New Year’s Day - Representative says job creation, opioid crisis and property taxes are priorities

Jan. 03, 2019 /

State Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) on New Year’s Day in the state Capitol in Harrisburg took the oath of office to begin a new, two-year term. The local lawmaker says he plans to focus his efforts on enacting policies to promote private-sector job creation, fighting the Commonwealth’s opioid epidemic and addressing the burdensome property tax issue. The state Constitution stipulates the House must convene on the first Tuesday of each year.

Rader to Co-Host Fall Wellness Festival

Oct. 18, 2018 /

WHAT: A fall wellness festival co-hosted by state Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) and Lehigh Valley Health Network to provide Monroe County residents with greater access to health and wellness-related services and featuring free flu shots, a Drug Take-Back program, yoga instruction, health screenings and more.