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

Latest News
Petri Named Chairman of the House Ethics Committee
01/26/2012
HARRISBURG – Citing his good character, familiarity with House Rules, knowledge of the law, and respect among House members, House Speaker Sam Smith (R- Punxsutawney) today named Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) chairman of the House Ethics Committee.
Applications for 2012 Pennsylvania House Scholarships Now Available, Says Petri
01/19/2012
HARRISBURG – High school seniors can now apply for a Pennsylvania House of Representatives Scholarship to help cover the costs of higher education, Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) announced today.
Petri Named Vice Chairman of House Appropriations Committee
01/05/2012
HARRISBURG – Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) has been named majority vice chairman of the House Appropriations Committee. He replaces Rep. Doug Reichley (R-Berks/Lehigh) who left office to become a Lehigh County judge.
Petri Says Ombudsman Needed to Protect Children from Abuse
11/21/2011
HARRISBURG – Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) joined some of Pennsylvania’s leading child advocates at a Capitol news conference this morning in support of stronger laws to protect children from abuse, including sexual abuse, in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky scandal at Penn State University.
Sandusky Scandal Illuminates Need for Independent Child Advocate, Petri Says
11/18/2011
WHAT: Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) will join child advocates, victim services professionals, faith leaders and parents at a state Capitol news conference on Monday. The group will promote a multi-pronged approach to ensure that child abuse, including sexual abuse of children, is properly reported and acted upon.
Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Now Open, Says Petri
11/04/2011
HARRISBURG – Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) announced today that Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now accepting applications for cash grants. Crisis grants are also be available.
DEP Now Offering Emergency Storm Relief Grant Funding for Small Businesses, Says Petri
10/28/2011
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is now providing emergency funding to help flood-affected small businesses in 33 counties across Pennsylvania, Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) said today.
Petri to Host Open House at New Office in Richboro
10/11/2011
WHAT: Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) will host an open house at his new office at 998 Second Street Pike in Richboro. Petri moved to the former Spread Eagle Inn as a cost-cutting move. The new location also offers greater visibility and convenience.
Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Grant Application Deadline Extended, Says Petri
10/06/2011
HARRISBURG – Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) would like to inform volunteer fire companies and ambulance services that the deadline to apply for the 2011 Volunteer Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program (VFCVASGP) has been extended to Nov. 4.
Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency Now Offering Foreclosure Assistance, Says Petri
07/25/2011
Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) would like to inform residents that the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development is offering assistance for families facing foreclosure.  The Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program, managed by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, is available for those who are delinquent on their mortgage payments.
Petri’s Legislation Signed into Law
07/07/2011
Rep. Scott Petri’s (R-Bucks) legislation to grant formal burials to veterans buried at Washington Crossing National Cemetery was signed into law today by Gov. Tom Corbett.
Petri Says On-Time Budget Moves Pennsylvania Forward
06/29/2011
When debate began today on a new state budget, Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks), who serves on the House Appropriations Committee, reminded his House colleagues about the state’s balanced budget requirement and the fact that state spending over the past eight years has been out of control.
Petri to Host Sixth Annual Memorial Day Observance at Washington Crossing Historic Park
05/25/2011
WHAT: Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks), who is responsible for securing funding and spearheading the restoration of Washington Crossing Historic Park and in championing legislation to extend honor guard burial details to American military veterans buried at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, will host a Memorial Day observance at the park. The ceremony will feature a number of speakers, a wreath laying, flag placement at historic gravesites and 21-gun salute by Washington Crossing Reenactors.
State Capitol Update - May 20, 2011
05/20/2011
A summary of important events and legislation on Capitol Hill Provided by Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks)
Petri to Hold Town Hall Meeting April 19
04/18/2011
Rep. Scott Petri (R-Bucks) will hold a town hall meeting in Richboro to gather public input on ways to address the state’s $4 billion shortfall.