Rep. Metzgar Supports Personnel Safety At Prisons
At a Public Safety Press Conference held inside the Capitol Rotunda, State Rep. Carl Metzgar points out the failed policies of the Pennsylvania prison system in regards to the dangers that officers are presented with on a daily basis.
Metzgar Bill to Eliminate Inheritance Tax for Children Heads to Governor’s Desk
To provide relief to taxpayers, the House of Representatives today approved Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar’s (R-Bedford/Somerset) House Bill 262, which eliminates the inheritance tax for children under the age of 21 and includes other tax exemptions, as part of the 2019-20 state budget.
My Legislation Serves as Tax Code for the State Budget
PA State Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar details the significant advantages that his legislation brings to Pennsylvanians, including eliminating inheritance tax on children, exempting ag shelters from sales tax, rolling back taxes on craft breweries and helping fire companies with their fundraising.
Metzgar Recognizes Wrestling Champions
On May 7th, 2019, Pa. State Rep. Carl Metzgar honors two champion wrestlers on the House floor.
Metzgar Honors State Champions
Pa. State Rep. Carl Metzgar honors the PIAA Class A Lady Mountaineers who won the State Title.
Metzgar Bills to Improve Prison Staff Safety Subject of House Hearing
During the April 29th House Judiciary meeting, Pa. State Rep. Carl Metzgar comments about the present dangers staff membes face inside Pennsylvania's prison facilities.
Bipartisan Majority Agrees To Pass Budget
Pa. State Rep. Carl Metzgar comments on the 2018-19 budget that does not raise taxes, increases education funding and helps businesses.
Saving Ambulance Services
Pa. State Rep. Carl Metzgar, dozens of lawmakers and EMS personnel from across the state gathered in the state Capitol Rotunda to rally support for legislation that would help address some of the financial challenges facing ambulance services by increasing reimbursements. Metzgar is one of the sponsors of two bills that address the issue.
Increasing Protection for Prison Staff
PA State Rep. Carl Metzgar speaks of making changes within the prison system to increase penalties on those who attack and assault prison workers.
Honoring the Life of Sgt. Mark Baserman
PA State Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar offers remarks in memoriam of Sgt. Mark Baserman, a corrections officer who gave his life in service at State Correctional Institute-Somerset.