Jun. 21, 2021 /
![Brown Introducing Bill to Strengthen Private Community Election Standards, Bylaw Amendments and the Planned Community Act to Protect Resident's Rights]()
HARRISBURG – With the goal of encouraging further transparency and reliability in Pennsylvania Common Interest Ownership Communities (CIOC), Majority Chairwoman of the House Urban Affairs Committee, Rep. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) will soon be introducing legislation that will address the many issues reflected in the current Title 68 Real and Personal Property Law.
Jun. 04, 2021 /
BRACKENRIDGE – Yesterday, Reps. Carrie Lewis DelRosso (R-Allegheny/Westmoreland) and Rosemary M. Brown (R- Monroe/Pike), chairwoman of the House Urban Affairs Committee, and members of the committee met with local code enforcers, elected officials and economic development professionals about how Pennsylvania’s current blight laws are being used and how proposed legislation might assist in tackling blight in communities across the Commonwealth.
Jun. 01, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Rosemary M. Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) has been appointed to the position of majority chairwoman of the House Urban Affairs Committee, for the remainder of the 2021-22 Legislative Session.
Jun. 01, 2021 /
![Brown, Lewis Delrosso Hosting Public Hearing on Pennsylvania Blight Laws]()
WHAT: Reps. Rosemary M. Brown (R- Monroe/Pike), majority chairwoman of the House Urban Affairs Committee, and Carrie Lewis DelRosso (R-Allegheny/Westmoreland) will host a public hearing to talk with local code enforcers, elected officials and economic development professionals about how Pennsylvania’s current blight laws are being used and how proposed legislation might assist in tackling blight in communities across the Commonwealth.
May. 26, 2021 /
![Northeast Lawmakers Announce $1 Million in State Funding for Pike and Wayne Counties]()
HARRISBURG – Reps. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike), Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne) and Mike Peifer (R-Pike/Wayne) today announced more than $1 million in state funding for improvement projects in Pike and Wayne counties.
May. 26, 2021 /
![Rader, Brown Announce $1.5 Million in State Funding for Monroe County Projects, Purchases]()
HARRISBURG – Reps. Jack Rader (R-Monroe) and Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) today announced the awarding of more than $1.5 million in state funding to assist with improvement projects and purchases in Monroe County. The grants were made available through the Monroe County Local Share Account (LSA), which is supported by gaming revenues.
May. 25, 2021 /
EAST STROUDSBURG – Looking to shed light on the possible benefits of homeowners associations (HOAs) forming cooperative agreements, Rep. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) chairwoman of the House Urban Affairs Committee, will be hosting a virtual “HOA Academy” informational seminar, via Zoom, on Thursday, June 17, from 10-11 a.m. This is the first in a series of quarterly education seminars for HOA board members and community managers.
May. 14, 2021 /
![Brown Draws Strong Attention to Tickborne Illnesses and Importance of Tick Testing]()
HARRISBURG –With May being Lyme Disease and Tickborne Illness Awareness Month and residents so consumed with COVID-19 information, Rep. Rosemary M. Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) again sheds light on the importance of being educated about Lyme Disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted primarily by ticks and is caused by the spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi.
Apr. 21, 2021 /
![Brown’s Financial Literacy Efforts Continue as House Passes Her Incentive-Based Savings Account Bill]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Rosemary M. Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) announced today that her Incentive-Based Savings Account legislation, House Bill 331, achieved bipartisan support and was passed by the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration.
Apr. 14, 2021 /
![Brown Speaks on Importance of Continued Inclusivity When Taking Legislative Action]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Rosemary M. Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) released the following statement regarding proposed ballot questions, who is able to vote at the polls in the May 18 primary elections and the importance of continued governmental branch inclusivity when decisions are being made that will affect the entirety of the Commonwealth.
Mar. 31, 2021 /
![Brown Calls for Renewed Dedication to Roadway Safety, Responsible Driving Practices]()
EAST STROUDSBURG – Today, Rep. Rosemary M. Brown (R- Monroe/Pike) along with area distracted driving advocates called for renewed dedication to statewide roadway safety and responsible driving practices after her Enhanced Driver Responsibility legislation, House Bill 37, was recently voted out of the House Transportation Committee.
Mar. 30, 2021 /
![Brown Calls for Renewed Dedication to Roadway Safety, Responsible Driving Practices]()
WHAT: Rep. Rosemary M. Brown (R- Monroe/Pike) is calling for renewed dedication to statewide roadway safety and responsible driving practices after her Enhanced Driver Responsibility legislation, House Bill 37, was recently voted out of the House Transportation Committee.
Mar. 30, 2021 /
![Prioritizing Pennsylvanian Lives and Roadway Safety]()
As a parent and legislator, I have strived to continue shedding light on the importance of roadway safety, especially distracted driving, not only to my children but to all Pennsylvanians. One of the most common forms of distracted driving that we witness every day is the use of cellphones behind the wheel. I can’t tell you how many times I have been on the road and have seen drivers texting, talking or taking their picture while driving – it’s a daily occurrence. Not only does this act endanger the driver, but it endangers everyone around them.
Feb. 25, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) was appointed by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter), chairman of the House Majority Policy Committee, to serve as a deputy chairwoman for the committee.
Feb. 23, 2021 /
![Representative Brown Working to Build Community Relations though Neighbor to Neighbor Initiative]()
EAST STROUDSBURG – With many Pennsylvanians continuing to struggle with mental health, isolation, loss and financial struggles stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, Rep. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) has reached out within her district to local municipalities/boroughs, education and private community association leaders last week asking for their partnership in creating a “Neighbor to Neighbor” program.
Feb. 17, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Reps. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) and Steve Malagari (D-Montgomery) continue to advocate and work for needed change in Pennsylvania’s driving laws, specifically in regard to cellphone usage while operating a motor vehicle.
Jan. 26, 2021 /
![Brown Receives Women of Excellence Award]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) was recognized by the National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) and presented with the 2020 Elected Women of Excellence Award for outstanding service and dedication to the community.
Jan. 06, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Yesterday, state Rep. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) took the oath of office and now begins her sixth term with the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2021-22 legislative session.
Jan. 04, 2021 /
![State Representative Rosemary Brown to be Sworn In for Sixth Term for the PA House]()
WHAT: Serving her sixth term as state representative to the 189th Legislative District, Rep. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe/Pike) will be sworn in at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building.
Dec. 03, 2020 /
![$12,000 in Grants Awarded to Wayne, Pike and Monroe Counties, Say Brown, Fritz, Peifer]()
HARRISBURG – Reps. Rosemary Brown (R-Monroe), Jonathan Fritz (R-Wayne/Susquehanna) and Mike Peifer (R-Pike/Wayne) announced today that Wayne County and Pike County historical societies, as well as the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm (located in Monroe County), were each awarded $4,000 in state funds from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC).