The 178th Legislative District
Office Locations 

District Address Information
998 Second Street Pike, First Floor
Richboro, PA 18954
Phone: (215) 364-3414
Fax: (215) 364-8626

Capitol Address Information
B-8 Main Capitol Building
PO Box 202178
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2178
Phone: (717) 787-9033
Fax: (717) 705-1802

My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Scott Petri Comments on House Passage of Budget - 6/29/2011
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The Pennsylvania House approved a $27.15 billion state budget Wednesday in Harrisburg, that cuts state spending, holds the line on taxes, and gives the state its first on-time spending plan in 8 years. Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said this year’s plan meets the goal of cutting spending and stretching dollars at the state government level to do more with less. Mike Davies Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Scott Petri 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. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said that these changes will benefit the healthcare industry in Pennsylvania, as well as improve the overall business climate. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Scott Petri Comments on House Passage of Budget Bill - 5/25/2011
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The Pennsylvania House passed its version of the state budget Tuesday in Harrisburg. The $27.3 billion budget plan includes no new or increased taxes and stays within spending limits set by Governor Corbett earlier this year. Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said he is glad to see a state budget produced by the House that sends the message that government needs to live within its means. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Petri Comments on Castle Doctrine Legislation Approved by the House - 4/12/2011
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Castle Doctrine legislation that would strengthen Pennsylvania citizens’ right to use deadly force if necessary in self defense was approved Tuesday in the state House. Rep. Scott Petri (R- Bucks) said this bill makes clear that law abiding citizens may protect themselves and their families without fear of prosecution or civil liability. Mike Davies reports... story and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Petri Comments on House Passage of Lawsuit Abuse Reform Legislation - 4/11/2011
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Legislation to bring lawsuit abuse reforms to Pennsylvania’s courts similar to those already in place in 40 other states was approved Monday by the Pennsylvania House. House Bill 1, known as the Fair Share Act, would ensure the responsibility for damages in civil lawsuits are assigned in an equitable manner. Rep. Scott Petri (R- Bucks) said the present system for determining liability is unfair and this bill will improve the climate for small business in Pennsylvania. Mike Davies reports... story and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Petri Says Testimony on Future Costs of State Pensions Heard at Budget Hearings - 3/22/2011
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State pensions and how much they may cost Pennsylvania taxpayers was the topic of a House budget hearing this week in Harrisburg. House Appropriations Committee member Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said even though legislative action averted a pension crunch last year, lawmakers remain deeply concerned about the future costs of both the state employee and school employee retirement systems. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Scott Petri Comments on Governor's Budget Proposal - 3/9/2011
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Governor Corbett delivered his first budget address before a joint session of the House and Senate Tuesday in Harrisburg, laying out a 27.3 billion dollar plan that represents an overall 3.1% reduction in state spending. Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said he is concerned with the level of higher education funding, but believes that economies can be made in the area of welfare fraud and abuse. Chuck Nichols Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Petri Bill to Provide Funding for Vets' Honor Guards at Washington Cross National Cemetary - 2/16/2011
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The House unanimously approved legislation this week to ensure funding is provided to honor guard details for U.S. military veterans buried at Washington Crossing National Cemetery. Sponsor of the bill Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said this legislation would require the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to offer the same level of support for the local veterans’ organizations who provide the honor guard burial details in southeastern Pennsylvania, that is now available in other parts of the state. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Petri Comments on Legislation to Allow Pennsylvania to Opt-Out of Healthcare Mandates - 2/8/2011
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House lawmakers have advanced legislation to allow Pennsylvania citizens to opt-out of recently passed federal health care mandates. Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) a member of the House Health Committee, said the federal legislation unfairly penalizes health care consumers and this bill is an effort to protect the freedom of Pennsylvanians to exercise personal choice in the health insurance marketplace. Chuck Nichols Reports - Story and Bite available.
Rep. Petri Says Pension Reform Bill a Necessary First Step - 11/16/2010
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Legislation to reform Pennsylvania’s pension systems received final approval by the state House this week and is now awaiting the governor’s signature to become law. Due to recent financial downturns, the state faces billions in unfunded pension liability and the new legislation will reduce costs by changing the benefit structure offered to new state and school district employees. Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said the bill is a good start to ensure school property taxes will not need to be increased in the short term, but further reforms may be necessary. Mike Davies reports... story and bite available.