Jul. 20, 2023 /
WAYNESBURG – In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the East Bethlehem Volunteer Fire Company No. 15, Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) presented a citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Jul. 17, 2023 /
![Who’s Responsible for Higher Tuition Rates? Universities, Not Lawmakers]()
As the state budget impasse continues in Harrisburg, one sticking point is funding for higher education – more specifically, the four “state-related” universities of Pitt, Penn State, Temple and Lincoln.
Jul. 10, 2023 /
![Failed Leadership Leads to Budget Impasse, Cook Says]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) issued the following statement about the status of the 2023-24 state budget, which appears headed for a prolonged impasse:
Jul. 05, 2023 /
![Cook Says State Budget Spends Too Much]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) issued the following statement after voting against passage of a $45.5 billion state budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year:
Jun. 20, 2023 /
![Cook Announces $28.5 Million in Natural Gas Impact Fees for 50th District]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Fayette) announced today the distribution of more than $28.5 million in natural gas impact fees to counties and municipalities in the 50th Legislative District.
May. 08, 2023 /
![Cook Invites Area Residents to Concealed Carry Seminar]()
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is inviting residents of the 50th Legislative District to a Concealed Carry Seminar on Thursday, May 18, from 6-9 p.m. at the California Gun Club, 150 California Road, Brownsville.
May. 01, 2023 /
![‘Blessing of the Balers’ to Celebrate PA Agriculture]()
WHAT: Join agriculture organizations, state officials, beef growers and farmers from across the Commonwealth in celebrating the state’s top industry and blessing the balers in hopes for a productive hay season. A baler and tractor will be on-site for the blessing, while attendees are encouraged to bring their hitch pins. The event is modeled after one held in Greene County, PA, last year.
Apr. 27, 2023 /
![Cook: Celebrate Agriculture with a ‘Blessing of the Balers’ at State Capitol]()
HARRISBURG – Farmers, producers, agriculture organizations and advocates, state officials and the public are invited to gather Wednesday, May 3, at the state Capitol for a Blessing of the Balers and a celebration of the state’s top industry.
Apr. 20, 2023 /
![Cook Calls on Attorney General to Conduct LSA Investigation, Audit]()
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is calling on the Pennsylvania attorney general to conduct an investigation and forensic audit of Washington County’s Local Share Account (LSA).
Apr. 17, 2023 /
![Cook to Host Jefferson-Morgan School District Town Meeting]()
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is hosting a town meeting for Jefferson-Morgan School District communities on Thursday, April 27, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the school auditorium.
Apr. 04, 2023 /
![Cook Invites Area Residents to Concealed Carry Seminar]()
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is inviting residents of the 50th Legislative District to a Concealed Carry Seminar on Thursday, April 20, from 6-9 p.m. at the Greene County Fairgrounds.
Mar. 27, 2023 /
![Cook to Host West Greene School District Town Meeting]()
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is hosting a town meeting for West Greene School District communities on Thursday, March 30, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the school auditorium.
Mar. 16, 2023 /
![Cook Announces More than $650,000 in Grants to Washington County Communities]()
HARRISBURG – Four communities in the Washington County portion of the 50th Legislative District have been awarded $661,633 in state grants, Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) announced today.
Mar. 07, 2023 /
![Cook Responds to Governor’s Budget Proposal]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s $45.8 billion budget proposal for the 2023-24 fiscal year:
Feb. 27, 2023 /
![Cook to Host Grant Seminar in Waynesburg]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is inviting area municipalities and nonprofit organizations to a grant writing seminar on Tuesday, March 14, from 9-11 a.m., at the EQT Rec Center in Waynesburg.
Feb. 21, 2023 /
![Cook Invites Area Residents to Concealed Carry Seminar, Office Open House]()
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is inviting residents of the 50th Legislative District to two upcoming events.
Feb. 09, 2023 /
Cook presents citation to long-time Waynesburg PSP Officer
Feb. 06, 2023 /
![Cook Announces Local Fire, Ambulance Grants]()
HARRISBURG – Fire and emergency response organizations in the 50th Legislation District, which includes all of Greene County and portions of Washington County, have been awarded more than $350,000 in grants from the state, Rep. Bud Cook (R-Washington/Greene) announced today.
Jan. 26, 2023 /
![Cook Opens Waynesburg Office]()
WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) today announced the opening of his new office in Waynesburg to serve the people of the 50th Legislative District.
Jan. 11, 2023 /
![Cook Announces Grant for Greene River Trail]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Washington/Greene) today announced Greene County has been awarded a $66,500 grant for trail development.