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160 South 2nd Ave.
Suite C
Clarion, PA 16214
(814) 226-9000
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1373 State Route 1042
(Old Route 85)
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NuMine, PA 16244
(724) 783-6166
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My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Oberlander Comments on Bill to Require Abortion Providers to Follow Standards of other PA Medical Facilities - 9/26/2011
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Legislation to improve oversight of abortion clinics in Pennsylvania by requiring them to meet the same standards as any other surgical facility is moving forward in Harrisburg. Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Armstrong, Clarion) said clinic patients should receive the same quality of care that any other officially licensed medical center would provide. Chuck Nichols reports... wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Donna Oberlander Comments on Signing of Fair Share Act - 6/28/2011
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Legislation that will provide lawsuit abuse reform in Pennsylvania has been signed into law. The Fair Share Act eliminates joint liability in cases where defendants are less than 60% responsible for damages, and implements a system where defendants will only pay the percentage of damages for which they are responsible. Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Armstrong, Clarion) said that people who are only marginally involved in a case should not have to cover the damages for those parties who are more culpable, but lack financial resources. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Donna Oberlander Comments on House Passage of Budget Bill - 5/24/2011
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The Pennsylvania House passed its version of the budget on Tuesday in Harrisburg. The spending plan included no new or increased taxes and stayed within the governor’s spending limit of $27.3 billion. Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Armstrong, Clarion) lauded increases in basic and higher education spending included in this budget. The budget bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite Available.
Rep. Oberlander Comments on House Passage of Her Welfare Reform Bill - 5/3/2011
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Welfare reform legislation that would implement new guidelines and restrictions on state payments to medical assistance recipients for travel was approved overwhelmingly in the Pennsylvania House this week. Bill sponsor Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Armstrong, Clarion) said this reform measure will help ensure state services are not being abused and taxpayer dollars are not being wasted. Mike Davies reports... wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Oberlander Comments on Passage of Sprinkler Mandate Repeal - 4/14/2011
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Legislation that would repeal a mandate requiring sprinkler systems to be installed in all newly constructed houses in Pennsylvania was passed by the House on Wednesday, and now awaits the Governor’s signature. Many lawmakers felt that the costly sprinkler mandate could price many families out of the new home market, and Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Armstrong, Clarion) said House Bill 377 will allow consumers to choose if they want to spend the money for an extra level of safety. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Oberlander Comments on Castle Doctrine Legislation Approved by the House - 4/12/2011
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Castle Doctrine legislation that would strengthen the right of Pennsylvania citizens to use deadly force if necessary in self defense was approved Tuesday in the state House. Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion) said this bill makes clear that law abiding citizens may protect themselves and their families without any legal duty to hesitate or retreat from a confrontation. Mike Davies reports... story and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Oberlander Comments on House Passage of Legislation to Remove Costly Sprinkler Mandate on New Homes - 3/7/2011
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Legislation to repeal a universal construction code provision that required fire prevention sprinkler systems to be installed in all new residential housing was approved Monday in the Pennsylvania House. Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion & Armstrong) said rolling back this expensive mandate will help the state’s economy and protect the right of Pennsylvania citizens to decide for themselves if they need additional fire protection in their homes. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Oberlander Intros Bill to Roll Back Expensive Home Sprinkler System Mandate - 2/10/2011
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Legislation to roll back statewide building code regulations that mandate the installation of fire sprinkler systems in all new residential housing in Pennsylvania has been introduced in Harrisburg. Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion & Armstrong) said her bill would change state law that now calls for Pennsylvania to automatically follow a national uniform construction code, regardless of the costs incurred by the Commonwealth’s homeowners... Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Donna Oberlander Comments on Gov. Corbett's Inauguration - 1/18/2011
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Republican Tom Corbett was sworn in Tuesday at the state capitol as Pennsylvania's 46th governor. The outdoor ceremony at the state Capitol was attended by more than 1,000 supporters who were undeterred by the winter weather and the oath of office was administered by chief justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Ronald Castille. Many state lawmakers also attended the ceremony and voiced their opinions on the governor’s inaugural address and how they feel about the agenda he laid out for Pennsylvania state government.
Rep. Oberlander Comments on House Passage of Castle Doctrine Legislation - 10/7/2010
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The state House on Tuesday passed Castle Doctrine legislation that allows Pennsylvania citizens to defend themselves, their homes and families with deadly force, without requiring they first retreat from an assailant. Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion & Armstrong) said each person should have the right to defend themselves and their loved ones from those who would threaten their lives. Chuck Nichols reports ... story and stand alone bite available.