A package of Flood Relief and Flood Control legislation designed to help homeowners, businesses and local governments deal with the lingering financial effects of damages suffered last fall during Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee is moving through the state House. Rep. Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-Northumberland/Snyder) is the sponsor of a bill that would allow local municipalities to offer tax abatements to homeowners whose properties were severely damaged during those floods. The bill was approved by the full House and will now go to the Senate for consideration. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.

Legislation banning the sale of “bath salts” and other synthetic look-alike drugs has been signed by Governor Corbett. Rep. Lynda Culver (R-Northumberland, Snyder) said it was imperative to act quickly to prevent more widespread use of these dangerous compounds. The ban will take effect in 60 days. Mike Davies Reports – Story and Bite available.

Legislation to bring lawsuit abuse reforms to Pennsylvania’s courts similar to those already in place in more than 40 other states was approved Monday by the Pennsylvania House. House Bill 1, known as the Fair Share Act, would ensure financial responsibilities for damages in civil lawsuits are assigned in an equitable manner. Rep. Lynda Culver (R- Northumberland & Snyder) said bringing fairness and proportionality to liability cases will go a long way to making Pennsylvania more attractive to new businesses. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.