Apr. 14, 2020 /
![House Votes to Bring Clarity and Consistency for Pennsylvania Businesses, Metzgar Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) today announced that the House has approved Senate Bill 613 to require the governor to follow federal guidelines to determine which businesses are considered life-sustaining, bringing parity to the Pennsylvania business community and keeping in line with practices of surrounding states.
Mar. 16, 2020 /
![Metzgar Announces Office Policy Changes in Response to COVID-19 Concerns]()
HARRISBURG – In efforts to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) is temporarily closing his district offices to in-person visits.
Mar. 03, 2020 /
![Property Tax/Rent Rebate Applications Available at District Office, Metzgar Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) today announced that applications for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program are available at his district offices. Metzgar’s offices also provide cost-free assistance in filing the necessary paperwork.
Feb. 19, 2020 /
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R- Somerset/Bedford) today joined the Pennsylvania State Corrections Officers Association, prison safety advocates and colleagues in the House of Representatives in demanding an immediate review of policies and programs related to prison safety reform.
Dec. 18, 2019 / Press Release
![House Passes Metzgar Bills to Protect Correctional Facility Employees]()
HARRISBURG – In efforts to improve safety in Pennsylvania’s correctional facilities, Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) today announced that the House of Representatives has passed two of his bills, House Bill 256 and House Bill 257. These bills are part of a package of bills, authored by Metzgar, which would address seven key areas to improve safety for Department of Corrections staff and the public, as well as toughen penalties on prisoners who commit violent offenses against facility employees.
Oct. 17, 2019 /
![Metzgar, Stefano Hosting Veterans Breakfast]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) and Sen. Pat Stefano (R-Fayette/Somerset/Westmoreland) will be hosting a complimentary Veterans Breakfast on Friday, Nov. 1, from 8:30-10 a.m., at the Somerset American Legion, located at 162 W. Main St. in Somerset.
Oct. 11, 2019 /
![Hunters, Anglers at Risk of Scams Through Online License Purchases]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) warns hunters and anglers to beware of scam websites that offer licenses. These websites could steal consumers’ money, as well as their personal information that could be used for identity or financial theft.
Sep. 12, 2019 /
![Shawnee Lake Being Drawn Down for Park Maintenance, Metzgar Says]()
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) today announced that the lake at Shawnee State Park in Bedford County will experience low water levels beginning Monday, Sept. 16. The lake will be lowered by approximately 5 feet for repairs and improvements at the swimming beach, as well as repairs to the dry hydrant at the Diehl Boat Launch.
Sep. 11, 2019 /
![Local Bridge to be Dedicated in Honor of Staff Sgt. Roger Holler, Metzgar Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) today announced that the bridge over Little Wills Creek on State Route 96, in Bedford County, will be dedicated as the Staff Sgt. Roger (Rod) Guy Holler Memorial Bridge. A dedication ceremony will take place on Sept. 21, at 11 a.m., at the bridge.
Jul. 31, 2019 /
![Topper, Metzgar to Host Senior Expo in Bedford]()
BEDFORD – State Reps. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Franklin/Fulton) and Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) are teaming up to host a free Senior Expo at Jordan Hall in the Bedford Fairgrounds, 702 W. Pitt St., on Wednesday, Aug. 14, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Jul. 17, 2019 / Press Release
![Property Tax/Rent Rebate Deadline Extended, Metzgar Says]()
SOMERSET - Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) announced that the deadline to apply for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate has been extended to Dec. 31.
Jun. 28, 2019 /
![Metzgar Bill to Eliminate Inheritance Tax for Children Heads to Governor’s Desk]()
HARRISBURG – 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.
Jun. 24, 2019 /
![Metzgar, Dowling to Host Senior Expo in Somerset]()
HARRISBURG – Reps. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) and Matt Dowling (R-Fayette/Somerset) invite residents to attend their 11th Annual Senior Expo on Thursday, July 11, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event will once again be held at the Somerset County Technology Center, located at 281 Technology Drive in Somerset.
Apr. 29, 2019 /
![Metzgar Bills to Improve Prison Staff Safety Subject of House Hearing]()
HARRISBURG – The House Judiciary Committee heard today about the need to better protect staff who work in state correctional facilities from violent inmates as part of a hearing on a package of prison reform bills by Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset).
Mar. 06, 2019 /
![Property Tax/Rent Rebate Forms Available at Metzgar’s Offices]()
SOMERSET – Forms for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program for 2018 rebates are now available at Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) offices
Jan. 24, 2019 /
![Metzgar, Topper Named Deputy Whips for the 2019-20 Session]()
HARRISBURG – State Reps. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) and Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Franklin/Fulton) have been appointed by Majority Whip Rep. Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) to serve as Deputy whips during the 2019-20 session.
Oct. 30, 2018 /
![Metzgar Announces School Safety Grants for Area School Districts]()
SOMERSET – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) announced that several school districts in the 69th District were awarded state funding today to assist with improving student safety through a new grant program.
Sep. 20, 2018 /
![Metzgar Announces Grant for Somerset Library]()
SOMERSET – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) today announced that the Mary S. Biesecker Public Library in Somerset is the recipient of a $222,394.76 Keystone grant to improve its facility.
Jul. 11, 2018 /
![Metzgar, Dowling to Host Senior Expo in Somerset]()
HARRISBURG – Continuing the tradition of assisting residents, Reps. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) and Matt Dowling (R-Fayette/Somerset) will host the 10th Annual Senior Expo on Monday, July 30, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event is returning to the Somerset County Technology Center, located at 281 Technology Drive in Somerset.
Mar. 26, 2018 /
![Save the Date for Somerset Senior Expo Hosted by Metzgar, Dowling]()
HARRISBURG – Reps. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Bedford/Somerset) and Matt Dowling (R-Fayette/Somerset) encourage senior citizens to save the date for their 10th Annual Senior Expo. The event is returning to the Somerset County Technology Center, located at 281 Technology Drive in Somerset, and will be held Monday, July 30, from 9 a.m. to noon.