Cook Votes No on Democrat Spending Bill
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R- Greene/Washington) issued the following statement regarding the House approving a Democrat-driven state budget proposal today.
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Cook Wants a Balanced Budget Passed
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R- Greene/Washington) issued the following statement regarding July 1 arriving with no new state budget being passed.
Cook Highlights Natural Gas Revenue Returning to Local Communities
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today announced communities in the 50th Legislative District will receive nearly $7.1 million in Marcellus Shale impact fees. In addition, Greene County will receive more than $3.4 million and Washington County will receive nearly $5 million in funding.
Cook Announces State Funding for Housing Projects in Greene, Washington Counties
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R- Greene/Washington) today announced Greene and Washington Counties have received eight state grants totaling more than $1.5-million to assist with affordable housing, senior citizen housing and programs for those looking to achieve economic stability. The grants were approved by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) program.
Cook, Bartolotta Congratulate California Area School District for Receiving Prestigious Award
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) and Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-Greene/Washington/Beaver) together congratulated the California Area School District for being named a recipient of the 2025 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence as selected by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
More Can Be Done for Safety on the Water, But Resources Are Available
by State Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington)
Three Schools in 50th District Awarded Grant Money for Solar Projects, Cook Says
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today announced three schools in the 50th District are receiving nearly $700,000 from the Solar for Schools Grant Program. The program seeks to reduce the cost of implementing solar energy systems into schools across the Commonwealth.
Cook Celebrates Grant Money Going to Local School District
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today announced the California Area School District in Washington County is getting $75,000 from the PAsmart Advancing Grants for Career and Technical Education (CTE).
Highlighting Agriculture with expanding ‘Blessing of the Balers,’ Celebration
WHAT: Supporters of the state’s agriculture industry will gather at the state Capitol for the Third Annual Blessing of the Balers. The event is hosted by state Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) and helps draw attention to the state’s top industry. It also marks the annual celebration of May as Beef Month. Tractors and balers will be on-site for the event.
Cook Introduces Legislation to Boost Tire Recycling
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) announced he is looking to update state law to provide additional options for recycling tires and reducing pollution.
Cook: Greene County Awarded Funds for Traffic Improvement Projects
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) commended the efforts of the Greene County commissioners to secure $350,000 in funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA).
Cook Continues Growing 50th District Through Student Advisors Program
WAYNESBURG – Since beginning his service as state representative, Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) has recognized the importance of ensuring young people are engaged in both government and growth in the area. Through his Student Advisor Initiative, Cook aims to keep young people in the region after their academic careers.
Cook Announces 32 Fire, Emergency Services Departments Awarded Funding
WAYNESBURG - Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) announced grant funding was awarded to multiple essential first responder companies in the 50th District.
Cook: Spending Shapiro Continues Crusade Against Our Surplus
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s $51.47 billion budget proposal for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
Cook Applauds Funding for Rices Landing Borough
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Washington/Greene) applauded the awarding of a $250,000 grant to Rices Landing Borough through the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP) for improving a playground at Pumpkin Run Park.
Mid Mon-Valley Water Pollution Control Authority Awarded Low Interest Loan and Grant, Says Cook
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is pleased to announce the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has a awarded a low-interest loan of more than $4.1 million and an additional $400,000 grant to the Mid Mon-Valley Water Pollution Control Authority.
Cook Announces Grants for Greene County Community Initiatives
GREENE - Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is pleased with the recent announcement by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), which will award two separate Greene County initiatives nearly $300,000 in grants. This funding aims to revitalize distressed areas and improve the lives of low-income individuals.
Cook Demands Audit Transparency from Washington County Commissioners and New LSA Chairman
WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) released a statement to reiterate and renew his demands for an audit of the Washington County Local Share Account (LSA).
Cook: More Than $8 Million Awarded to Reclaim Abandoned Mine Lands in Greene County
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today announced $8.3 million in grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for cleanup of abandoned coal mine lands in Greene County.
Cook Announces School Safety, Mental Health Grants
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today announced more than $1.5 million to support student safety and mental health in the region.
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