Weekly Update with Rep. Matt Dowling: Recent Episodes
Rep. Matt Dowling
In this edition of On Target, PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Rep. Torren Ecker of Adams and Cumberland counties for a conversation about the importance of protecting our Second Amendment rights through support for legislation such as constitutional carry as well as strong opposition to red flag laws and other proposals that seek to diminish the constitutional rights of law-abiding citizens. This program was recorded in July 2021; subsequent to the recording, a constitutional carry measure was passed by the House and Senate but vetoed by the governor.
Rep. Dowling discusses the groundbreaking for a new healthcare facility, and highlights an upcoming event.
Rep. Dowling discusses the groundbreaking for a new healthcare facility, and highlights an upcoming event.
In this edition of On Target, PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Rep. Joe Kerwin of Dauphin and Schuylkill counties for a conversation about the merits of constitutional carry legislation, protecting against Biden Administration efforts to erode citizens’ gun rights and more. Please note: This program was recorded in July 2021; subsequent to the recording, a constitutional carry measure was passed by the House and Senate but vetoed by the governor.
Rep. Dowling discusses the Property Tax Rent Rebate Program and offers help in processing the forms to apply – Also, an election calendar update.
Rep. Dowling discusses the next steps in the state budget process, and pending lawsuits that could affect upcoming elections.
Rep. Dowling discusses the Governor Wolf’s eighth and final budget proposal, including his request for a huge spending increase.
Rep. Dowling discusses the Governor’s stance on his latest firearm legislation, and gives a preview of what he expects to hear at next week’s budget address.
Rep. Dowling discusses his physical condition following his vehicle accident, and movement on his firearms legislation - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Dowling interviews Julie Krieger – business development officer with Somerset Trust Company – to discuss identity theft issues; also Halloween Safety.
Dowling interviews State Rep. Andrew Lewis, sponsor of charter school reform legislation - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Dowling interviews new staffer Brooke Tibbe - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Dowling discusses election issues with County Commissioner Scott Dunn, and his upcoming Birthday Celebration event - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Dowling discusses his Movie in the Park night, Senior safe driving, and looks back 20 years to the tragedies of 9-11 - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Dowling opens new district office, Governor’s administration promulgating new regulations - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Plans for the Legislature’s return to Harrisburg – Congressional Redistricting, 2nd Amendment Rights, Revisiting Election Law - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Somerset County to be Featured on PCN – Local People, Places, and Events you will see on TV - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Upcoming events in the district, including veterans, seniors, and more - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Upcoming events in the district, including veterans, seniors, and more - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Letter writing campaigns – how a few words start a chain of correspondence that culminates in legislation - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
The Fayette County Fair – what to see with staffer Blair Howarth - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Meeting the people working in Rep. Dowling’s office – Amanda Cuteri - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Meeting the people working in Rep. Dowling’s office – Blair Howarth - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Meeting the people working in Rep. Dowling’s office – Thursa Trent Crouse - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
In this edition of On Target, PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Darin Goens of the National Rifle Association to talk about the history of the NRA and its work to protect our liberties and Second Amendment rights.
State Budget Passes on-time, Governor vetoes important election legislation designed to restore public confidence - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
In this edition of "On Target," PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Val Finnell of Gun Owners of America to talk about his organization’s commitment to grassroots advocacy for Second Amendment rights.
The first episode in a series introducing Rep. Dowling’s staff, and how they serve the people of the 51st legislative district - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
On Target with Reps. Matthew Dowling and Eric Davanzo, and Val Finnell In this week’s edition of "On Target," PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling talks with Rep. Eric Davanzo of Westmoreland County, as well as Val Finnell of Gun Owners of America, about House Bill 924. The bill would remove the subjective “character and reputation” component of the application for the Pennsylvania License to Carry Firearms (LCTF). It also would also require the attorney general's office to seek and establish reciprocity agreements with every state and prohibit unilateral withdraw from any reciprocity agreement.
Lawmakers have voted to end the Governor’s Covid-19 Disaster Emergency – What now? - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
In this edition of "On Target," PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Kim Stolfer, president of Firearms Owners Against Crime, to talk about his organization’s commitment to and advocacy for our Second Amendment rights.
How lawmakers are tackling the termination of the Covid Disaster Emergency, 2nd Amendment Rally, and the budget negotiations - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
On Target with Rep. Matt Dowling and Rep. Tracy Pennycuick In this edition of "On Target," PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling talks with freshman Rep. Tracy Pennycuick of Montgomery County, a combat veteran, about her beliefs in the Second Amendment and the importance of protecting that right.
PA House begins process of rolling back Governor’s disaster power, legislation protecting 2nd Amendment rights - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
In this edition of On Target, PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Rep. Daryl Metcalfe of Butler County to discuss Metcalfe’s legislation, House Bill 357, which would prohibit the enforcement of any new federal restriction, prohibition or registration requirement for firearms, magazines and ammunition.
Legislation designed to keep gun owners free from unwarranted and unconstitutional prosecution - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
In this edition of "On Target," PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) and Val Finnell, Pennsylvania director for Gun Owners of America, for a discussion of proposed legislation to strengthen the state’s Castle Doctrine law by adding the concept of “disparity of force.”
Concealed Carry event, Veterans Recognition Ceremony, and a program that helps feed needy seniors - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
In this edition of "On Target," PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) for a discussion of his proposed “constitutional carry” bill that would put an end to the requirement for a law-abiding citizen to obtain a permit to carry a concealed firearm within the Commonwealth. A permit would be made available to those who wish to obtain it for purposes of carrying outside the state.
Gov. Wolf has announced that some mitigation orders will be lifted. Is this too little too late for our economy? - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Gov. Wolf has announced that some mitigation orders will be lifted. Is this too little too late for our economy? - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Gov. Wolf has announced that some mitigation orders will be lifted. Is this too little too late for our economy? - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
In this edition of On Target, PA House Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Matthew Dowling welcomes Rep. Jason Ortitay of Washington and Allegheny counties to discuss Ortitay’s legislation to repeal the Pennsylvania Instant Check System (PICS) and replace it with the National Instant Check System (NICS).
Regulations that have been suspended during the Covid pandemic are reviewed, some should be renewed, others need to go. - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Ballot questions on the May primary, an upcoming newsletter and community events, and a new program on 2nd amendment rights - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Making sensible reforms to PA’s voting laws, also vaccine availability, Economic recovery legislation - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Vaccine availability is improving, and replacing a 40 year old unemployment system - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Anyone can get Covid Vaccine! And it’s available locally! - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Vaccine is available, a new hotline, and soon will be available to everyone - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
The State Capitol re-opens, but some staff seem to be missing; and legislation to soften the blow for businesses shuttered by Gov. Wolf’s edicts - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
PA Lawmakers petition the State Delegation in Washington to stand up and protect our rights - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
The public will have the opportunity to vote on several amendments to the PA Constitution in May. Gov. Wolf’s administration has chosen stilted language for these ballot questions. What you need to know - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Pennsylvania still lags on vaccine distribution. What the Governor has proposed in his budget, and other efforts by lawmakers to make vaccines more available and get people back to a more normal life - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
The Governor’s tax increase proposals – Are they constitutional, and do they make sense when trying to promote economic recovery? - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Election Audits, and how the House State Government Committee is examining our elections, Covid Vaccine Update - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Election Audits, and how the House State Government Committee is examining our elections, Covid Vaccine Update - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
We try to reason around the idea that a tax raise is actually a cut, and other budgetary proposals from the Governor - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
We discuss the flawed rollout of the Covid Vaccine and legislation designed to streamline government bureaucracy - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
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We discuss the peaceful transition of power, getting people back to work, and hearings to address the irregularities in our most recent election - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
We discuss the disturbing events in Washington D.C. in response to our nations election issues - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
We discuss the disturbing events in Washington D.C. in response to our nation’s election issues - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
A somber swearing-in, consistent gun laws across the Commonwealth, and a common sense taser bill - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Another Court Decision Re-Instates Gathering Restrictions, How to Handle Small Outbreaks - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Dowling’s bill to allow indoor events passed by Committee - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Legislation introduced to restore citizens’ rights during emergency declarations- On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
Sports and Spectators, Legislation to open indoor sports to spectators - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
The proper role of police in today’s society, and how to protect people in the modern age - On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset).
On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset), we discuss recently introduced legislation to help get the struggling event and catering industry back on its feet.
On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset), we discuss recent changes to the restaurant industry that threatens their viability, the latest on Unemployment Compensation, and a Veterans Recognition Ceremony.
On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset), Dowling interviews fellow House member Torren Ecker, restaurant owner John Cellurale, and restaurant manager Jessica Knouse concerning the difficulties that restaurants, owners and employees alike, are enduring because of COVID and the governor's restrictive policies.
On this Moment with Matt, we discuss the Governor's veto of bipartisan open records legislation, Economic Development in the wake of Covid-19, and a grant for improvement to a local water system.
On this Moment with Matt, we discuss the Governor's veto of bipartisan open records legislation, Economic Development in the wake of Covid-19, and a grant for improvement to a local water system.
On this Moment with Matt, we discuss the Governor's veto of bipartisan open records legislation, Economic Development in the wake of Covid-19, and a grant for improvement to a local water system.
On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset), we discuss efforts to right-size the power of the Governor during emergencies, and how the current system cuts off the voice of the people. Also, legislation now awaiting the Governor’s signature to benefit Ohiopyle borough.
On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset), we discuss the passage of a 5-month budget, and Rep. Dowling’s legislation to protect 2nd amendment rights during a declared disaster emergency.
On this Moment with Matt with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset), we discuss the ongoing Appropriations Committee Budget Hearings and the process that will lead to a spending plan for the Commonwealth.
On this PA House Podcast with Rep. Matt Dowling (R- Fayette & Somerset), we discuss the upcoming Appropriations Committee Budget Hearings, how to get state government info during the pre-election media blackout, and an upcoming bus trip to Harrisburg.