Major’s Office Unable to Electronically Process Background Checks

Sep. 07, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) today announced due to a change in the online system for criminal background checks required for people interacting with minors, her office is no longer able to help constituents electronically process the clearances.

Fire Companies, Government Entities Awarded Grants

Mar. 16, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) and Sen. Joe Pittman (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Jefferson/Westmoreland) today announced that more than $1.7 million in grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority for projects within the 60th Legislative District.

Major Named to Three House Committees

Mar. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) today announced she has been appointed to the Housing and Community Development, Liquor Control and Transportation committees for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.

Major to Host Satellite District Office Hours

Jan. 19, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland) today announced she will be offering satellite district office hours in the Vandergrift Borough Building beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 25.

Westmoreland Delegation Lauds Broadband Plan

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.

Major Bill to Update Land Banks Becomes Law

Nov. 03, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation authored by Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Butler) to change the definition of meeting a quorum for land bank board meetings to include virtual and physical attendees and make other land bank updates was signed into law by the governor.

Blairsville Teen Wins House Scholarship

Oct. 14, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Butler) today announced that Elizabeth Bruner of Blairsville has been selected as one of two winners of the 2022 Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ Scholarship.

Major Reacts to Governor’s Budget Address

Feb. 08, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Butler) today issued the following statement in response to Gov. Tom Wolf’s $43.7 billion budget proposal:

Major Hosts Hearing on Economic Recovery, Job Growth in Southwestern PA

Jul. 15, 2021 /

FORD CITY – With the goal of boosting job opportunities, workforce development and economic growth in the southwestern portion of the Commonwealth, Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Butler/Indiana) brought local businesses together to testify before the House Majority Policy Committee on Thursday.

Major to Host Hearing on Pennsylvania’s Economy

Jul. 13, 2021 /

WHAT: Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Butler/Indiana) will host the House Majority Policy Committee for a hearing on how to grow Pennsylvania’s economy in the southwestern portion of the Commonwealth.

Major Supports 2021-22 State Budget

Jun. 25, 2021 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Butler) today issued the following statement in response to the House passing a Fiscal Year 2021-22 state budget supporting core government services:

Major Takes Oath of Office during Capitol Ceremony

Jun. 07, 2021 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Butler) today took the oath of office to represent the people of the 60th Legislative District. She is focused on cutting government spending and protecting Second Amendment rights.

Major to Take Oath of Office June 7

Jun. 04, 2021 /

WHAT: Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Butler/Indiana) will take the oath of office as a state representative for the 60th Legislative District. She replaces former Rep. Jeff Pyle who resigned due to health reasons.