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Op-Ed

A tax code that lets families keep more of what they earn

April 15, 2026April 15, 2026
Lloyd Smucker

This tax season, hardworking Americans in Pennsylvania and across the country are experiencing larger refunds and increased take-home pay.

News

Smucker gathers budget advice from constituents at forum

April 1, 2026April 1, 2026
Barbara Barr

The Republican who represents the Eleventh Congressional District invited about 200 constituents from Lancaster County to tackle the budget crisis. 

News

Smucker draws challenger in quest to become House GOP budget chair

March 24, 2026March 24, 2026
Steve Ulrich

Smucker presently serves as the vice chair of the committee and would typically be considered the heir apparent.

Op-Ed

From adoption to opportunity: Why tax relief matters to working families like mine

February 23, 2026February 19, 2026
Bryant Glick

The Working Families Tax Cuts are not about politics. They are about family, work, and ensuring the next generation of Americans have great opportunities.

Op-Ed

Demand change to reverse upward pressure on American health care costs

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026
Marion Mass

Getting access to medical care is becoming a serious national problem for people of various income levels.

News

Mannion, “unhappy with [America’s] trajectory,” discusses domestic policy

February 4, 2026February 4, 2026
Barbara Barr

This is Mannion’s first venture into politics after spending her career working in health care.

Op-Ed

Protecting Pennsylvania investors in a rapidly changing financial landscape

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026
Scott Carr

Current debates around crypto market structure legislation should focus on striking a balance between innovation and protecting investors.

Community

Rep. Smucker: ‘We need real reforms to lower premiums’

January 9, 2026January 9, 2026
Press Release

Democrats promised the ‘Affordable’ Care Act would lower costs, but the opposite has happened, the congressman said.

News

PA-11: Smucker announces reelection bid

December 24, 2025December 24, 2025
Steve Ulrich

Smucker currently serves as vice chair of the House Committee on the Budget.

News

Social Security updates for young and old pass U.S. House

December 15, 2025December 15, 2025
Christina Lengyel

One bill changes the wording used by the Social Security Administration to inform seniors about their options.

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