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Whitetail deer "Baby" seizure raises unanswered questions in House Game and Fisheries Committee

The status of a domesticated whitetail deer named "Baby," seized from a Fayette County family in February, was the subject of a recent inquiry during the Pennsylvania Game Commission's (PGC) annual report presentation before the House Game and...

By Berks County News | Apr 1, 2025

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Rep. Meuser supports Educational Choice for Children Act on the House Floor

Today in Washington D.C., Congressman Dan Meuser of Pennsylvania's 9th District spoke on the House Floor in support of H.R. 833, the Educational Choice for Children Act.

By Berks County News | Mar 27, 2025

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Pennsylvania senate's budget move diverts property tax funds to game commission

By Berks County News | Mar 26, 2025

The Pennsylvania Senate has quietly introduced a change in the state's Fiscal Code, affecting the Property Tax Relief Fund, intended for aiding ordinary homeowners.

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High school students invited to join 2025 Congressional Art Competition

By Berks County News | Mar 24, 2025

Congressman Dan Meuser has announced the 2025 Congressional Art Competition, inviting high school artists from the 9th Congressional District to participate.

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Congressman Meuser invites entries for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition

By Berks County News | Mar 20, 2025

Congressman Dan Meuser has announced the 2025 Congressional Art Competition, inviting high school students from Pennsylvania's 9th District to participate.

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Meuser and Scholten revive bill to boost rural small business funding

By Berks County News | Mar 17, 2025

Congressman Dan Meuser has partnered with Congresswoman Hillary Scholten of Michigan to reintroduce H.R. 2066, known as the Investing in All of America Act.

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Meuser reintroduces bipartisan bill boosting rural business funding

By Berks County News | Mar 13, 2025

Congressman Dan Meuser of Pennsylvania, alongside Congresswoman Hillary Scholten of Michigan, has reintroduced the Investing in All of America Act, a bill designed to increase capital access for small businesses in rural and underserved areas.

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Rep. Meuser addresses Congress on impact of continuing resolution

By Berks County News | Mar 11, 2025

Today, Congressman Dan Meuser addressed the House Floor to discuss the recently passed Continuing Resolution legislation.

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Controversy arises over proposed transfer of Pennsylvania State Game lands

By Berks County News | Mar 11, 2025

Governor Josh Shapiro's recent state budget address has sparked controversy over a proposed land transfer involving Pennsylvania State Game lands.

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Berks County ranks 52nd highest in Pennsylvania for per capita government transfer income at $12,311 in 2022

By Berks County News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Berks County received an average of $12,311 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 16th lowest in Pennsylvania.

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Congressman Meuser announces transition with new chief of staff appointment

By Berks County News | Mar 7, 2025

Today, Congressman Dan Meuser of Pennsylvania's 9th District announced a significant change in his Washington, D.C. office.

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Rep. Meuser comments on President Trump's joint session address

By Berks County News | Mar 7, 2025

Today, Congressman Dan Meuser from Pennsylvania's 9th District spoke on the House Floor about President Trump's recent Joint Session Address to Congress.

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House committee passes bill for increased oversight on SBA's 7(a) loan agents

By Berks County News | Mar 7, 2025

This week, the House Small Business Committee passed H.R. 1804, known as the Small Business 7(a) Loan Agent Oversight Act.

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Congressman Meuser supports Trump's address focusing on national security and economic growth

By Berks County News | Mar 4, 2025

Congressman Dan Meuser expressed support for President Donald J. Trump's recent address to the Joint Session of Congress.

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Sportsmen’s Listening Tour continues with next stop in Jefferson County

By Berks County News | Mar 4, 2025

The next stop of the statewide Sportsmen’s Listening Tour is set for March 12 at the Sigel Sportsmen’s Club in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania.

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Berks County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.1% of income in 2022

By Berks County News | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.1% of income in Berks County, providing an average of $1,217 per capita to residents.

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Rep. Meuser supports Trump's aid freeze for better oversight

By Berks County News | Feb 28, 2025

Rep. Dan Meuser, a Republican from Pennsylvania, expressed support for the Trump administration's decision to halt all federal financial assistance.

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Rep. Meuser supports budget resolution emphasizing security and economic policies

By Berks County News | Feb 26, 2025

Today, Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) addressed the House Floor to express his support for the budget resolution.

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Rep. Meuser proposes bill to create 'overpayment czar' for federal spending

By Berks County News | Feb 25, 2025

Rep. Dan Meuser, a Republican from Pennsylvania, has proposed new legislation intended to support the efforts of President Donald Trump's adviser, Elon Musk.

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Gillen announces $750K funding for Berks County transport projects

By Berks County News | Feb 25, 2025

State Representative Mark Gillen has announced the allocation of $750,000 in state grant funding for transportation and infrastructure projects within Berks County's 128th District.