York County House Republicans Respond to Shapiro Spending Plan

Mar. 07, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The York County Republican delegation to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, comprised of House Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover) and Reps. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover), Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg), Mike Jones (R-York Township), Joe D’Orsie (R-Manchester) and Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion), issued the following statement in response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed spending plan:

York County Delegation Receives High Marks from Americans for Prosperity

Mar. 06, 2023 /

York County Delegation Receives High Marks from Americans for Prosperity

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Chapter of Americans for Prosperity (AFP) announced its scorecard for the 2021-2022 Legislative Session in Harrisburg this week. AFP is a grassroots organization dedicated to exposing government spending, debt issues, crony capitalism, and supporting pro-growth, pro-freedom policies in Pennsylvania and our nation.

Keefer to Introduce Resolution to Remove House Chief Clerk

Dec. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – After aiding House Democrats in an attempted illegal takeover of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives by recognizing a non-existent Democrat majority, Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) circulated a co-sponsorship memo for a resolution that would remove House Chief Clerk Brooke Wheeler for cause.

Keefer, Rowe to Lead First-Ever Pennsylvania Freedom Caucus

Dec. 01, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) and David Rowe (R-Union/Snyder) have been chosen to lead the Pennsylvania Freedom Caucus, which was formally introduced during a Monday news conference at the state Capital. The 23-member group selected Keefer to serve as chairwoman, while Rowe is the caucus’ founding vice chairman.

York County Lawmakers Announce Funding for New Police HQ

Nov. 21, 2022 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – Northern York County Regional Police received funding for a new facility through a state grant program, House State Government Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover), House Game and Fisheries Committee Chairman Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam), Rep. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover) and Sens. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) and Mike Regan (R-York/Cumberland) announced.

York House GOP Delegation Votes to Impeach Philadelphia DA

Nov. 16, 2022 /

HARRISBURG- The York County Republican delegation to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives voted today to impeach District Attorney Larry Krasner, citing his role in Philadelphia’s skyrocketing crime rates as cause for action.

York House GOP Delegation Supports Impeachment of Krasner

Oct. 26, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – The York County Republican delegation to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives announced today they are strongly supporting the Articles of Impeachment filed today against Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner for failing to uphold his oath of office and wanton disregard for public safety.

Lawmakers Demand ID Verification and Proper Handling of Absentee, Mail-in Ballots

Oct. 25, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – With Election Day looming, Reps. Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) and Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) were joined by more than a dozen of their House colleagues in sending a letter to acting Secretary of State Leigh Chapman today, insisting that she immediately issue a directive to county election officials on the proper handling of absentee and mail-in ballots.

York County House Republicans Move to Hold Philly DA in Contempt

Sep. 13, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – The York County Republican delegation to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives joined a large bipartisan group of lawmakers to hold Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner in contempt after he refused to adhere to a subpoena issued by the House Select Committee on Restoring Law and Order.

Grove, Keefer Invite Residents to Informative Concealed Carry Seminar

Aug. 23, 2022 /

DOVER – Reps. Seth Grove (R-Dover) and Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) are teaming up to offer residents of the 196th and 92nd Legislative Districts the opportunity to learn more about Pennsylvania’s current gun laws during a Concealed Carry Seminar they’ll host in September.

Keefer to Hold Damaged License Plate Replacement Event

May. 20, 2022 /

DILLSBURG – Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) is teaming up with the Northern York County Regional Police Department to help constituents with free replacement of license plates that have become difficult to read.

House Moves to Slash Taxes, Create More Economically Friendly Environment

Apr. 29, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – During session this week, the House moved with bipartisan support to slash Pennsylvania’s Corporate Net Income Tax (CNIT). In response, the York County House Republican delegation, consisting of House Appropriations Chairman Stan Saylor (R-Red Lion), House State Government Committee Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover), Game and Fisheries Committee Chairman Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam) and Reps. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover), Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) and Mike Jones (R-York Township), issued the following statement:

York House GOP Delegation: Wolf Wants More Unsustainable Spending

Feb. 08, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – In response Gov. Tom Wolf’s plan to increase spending by $6.2 billion, the York County House Republican delegation consisting of House Appropriations Chairman Stan Saylor (R-Red Lion), House State Government Committee Chairman Seth Grove (R-Dover), Game and Fisheries Committee Chairman Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam) and Reps. Kate Klunk (R-Hanover), Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) and Mike Jones (R-York Township) issued the following statement:

Keefer Bill to Would Increase Access to COVID-19 Treatments

Feb. 07, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Aiming to ensure Pennsylvanians have access to additional COVID-19 treatments, the House Health Committee advanced today legislation by Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) to allow for prescribing and dispensing drugs approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for off-label use to treat coronavirus infections.

Keefer Bill to Crackdown on Costly Low Bidders Approved by Committee

Jan. 26, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – While the lowest bid is certainly the most attractive, it is not always in the best interest of taxpayers to accept it when it comes to projects. With that in mind, the House State Government Committee approved House Bill 2269 by Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) to require state officials to also consider a perspective contractor’s documented prior performance in other states.