Sep. 22, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – With the support of area school superintendents, Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) and Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), Republican Caucus Secretary, unveiled a plan to eliminate the annual Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing system used by public schools and replace it with benchmark testing technology.
Jun. 21, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) introduced a plan to make higher education more affordable for families. The plan would redirect funding for the University of Pittsburgh to be used to increase Pennsylvania’s investment in direct-to-student grants and state-owned universities.
Jun. 21, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) introduced a plan to make higher education more affordable for families. The plan would redirect funding for the University of Pittsburgh to be used to increase Pennsylvania’s investment in direct-to-student grants and state-owned universities.
Feb. 06, 2023 /
HARRISBURG— Following today’s hearing on rising energy costs in Pennsylvania, House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) and Deputy Policy Committee Chairman Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) held a press conference to continue pushing House Speaker Mark Rozzi (D-Berks) and Democrat lawmakers to open the Pennsylvania House so legislators can begin working on policies that lower energy prices to help alleviate families and employers laboring to make ends meet.
Jan. 19, 2023 /
WESTMORELAND – At a press conference hosted by Westmoreland County officials, plans to bring internet connectivity to unserved communities were heralded by Westmoreland House members.
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.
Aug. 30, 2022 /
NEW ALEXANDRIA- During a House Majority Policy Committee hearing co-hosted by Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) and chairman Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) today, testimony was received from industry and trade professionals that demonstrates how new energy technology can lead to economic opportunity and job growth in southwestern PA.
Aug. 26, 2022 /
WHAT: Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) will host a hearing of the House Majority Policy Committee to discuss new economic opportunities for job growth in southwestern Pennsylvania in the energy and manufacturing industries pertaining to hydrogen and carbon capture.
Jul. 08, 2022 / Press Release
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) issued the below statement following the passage of legislation to finalize the 2022-23 budget.
Jun. 01, 2022 / Press Release
HARRISBURG – Working to bring fairness and equality for students seeking a higher education, Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) today introduced legislation that would create a Pennsylvania College Voucher Program.
May. 19, 2022 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Hempfield) today announced he is hosting a free event to provide constituents an opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive documents. It is scheduled for Monday, May 23, from 4-6 p.m., at the Hempfield Township Park and Athletic Complex, 220 Forbes Trail Road, Greensburg.
Apr. 25, 2022 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Hempfield) today announced he is hosting two upcoming district events: a Human Trafficking Fourm and his annual Senior Expo.
Apr. 23, 2022 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Hempfield) today announced the approval of more than $3 million to support economic development and community projects in central Westmoreland County.
Apr. 11, 2022 / Editorial
We couldn’t agree more with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s editorial, “Well-run elections shouldn't depend on ‘Zuck Bucks,’” supporting a ban on the use of private dollars given by the likes of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, to fund the election of officials who direct public policy.
Feb. 08, 2022 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) issued the below statement following Tuesday’s budget address:
Jan. 26, 2022 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation agreed to by both chambers in the General Assembly will provide federal funding to support health care staff in Westmoreland County and throughout Pennsylvania. Overall, seven facilities countywide will receive nearly $2 million to recruit and retain staff, according to lawmakers representing the county in the state House.
Jan. 19, 2022 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation authored by Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) to provide workers who possess natural immunity from COVID-19 to be exempt from employer vaccine mandates was unveiled yesterday through a letter to members of the House of Representatives.
Jan. 12, 2022 /
The University of Pittsburgh’s unprecedented “disenrollment” of students who have not disclosed their vaccination status is another failure by the school’s leadership to honor their own commitments. At a time when communities need consistency, Pitt’s shunning of more than 1,300 students and almost 600 employees is an inappropriate and direct violation of a promise made earlier this year. And unfortunately, it is not the first time Pitt has broken a promise.
Dec. 14, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Legislation authored by Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Westmoreland) to prohibit all county election officials and the secretary of Commonwealth from accepting private contributions and donations to administer elections has been passed by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Nov. 22, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Nelson (R-Hempfield) today announced he is sponsoring a Firearms Safety and Rights Seminar to give residents an opportunity to learn more about Pennsylvania’s concealed carry laws and the Castle Doctrine.