Rep. James' Water Contamination Investigation

On July 20, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Oil and Gas staff investigated suspected water contamination from a tank battery located in Sugarcreek Borough, Venango County, that supplies water to Venango Water Company (VWC).

On Friday, Sept. 1, Aqua Pennsylvania received approval from the DEP to lift the Do Not Consume Order for VWC customers.

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Application Deadline Extended – Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

The deadline for older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities to apply for rebates on rent and property taxes paid in 2022 has been extended from June 30 to Dec. 31.

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Vector Management

As we experience warm weather in the coming months, pesky insects will be prominent in the 64th District.

During my meeting with the Department of Environmental Protection on May 6, we discussed vector management and reporting methods for you to file complaints regarding mosquitoes, ticks and black flies.

If you or someone you know is experiencing issues, click on the button below to access complaint forms and insect information.

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Are You the Widow of a Vietnam Veteran?

Are you a widow of a Vietnam veteran who died as a result of a condition related to herbicide exposure? You may be entitled to benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs through the VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (VA DIC).

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Meet Rep. Lee James

Rep. R. Lee James represents the 64th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, serving parts of Crawford and Venango counties.

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College Students Looking for Work?

PennDOT is looking to hire college students from May through August to supplement its permanent workforce.

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Taking Action to Safely Move PA Forward

PA House Republicans are taking action on behalf of the millions of frustrated and worried Pennsylvanians. We are acting to help people safely get back to work and helping government work more efficiently on this crisis.

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How Can My Office Serve You?

My staff will be happy to help you with state-related issues. A few services offered include car registrations; driver’s license renewal and special tags; property tax/rent rebate applications; birth certificate and death record applications; and much more.

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Stop the Tolls!

The Wolf Administration and PennDOT announced in February that nine bridge projects across the state are being considered as part of the department’s new Pathways Major Bridge P3 Initiative.

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The 64th Legislative District consists of part of CRAWFORD County consisting of the CITY of Titusville and the TOWNSHIPS of Oil Creek, Rome, Steuben and Troy and the BOROUGHS of Hydetown and Townville and All of VENANGO County.

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Get the details on events that Rep. R. Lee James is holding in the 64th Legislative district.

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Latest News

House Democrats, Shapiro Bear Responsibility for Budget Impasse

Jul. 24, 2023 /

One of our biggest responsibilities as a Legislature is passing a budget for each fiscal year so our core services can receive proper funding.

James, Hutchinson Announce More than $4 Million Dedicated to Venango County

Apr. 19, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) and Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R- Butler/Clarion/Erie/Forest/Venango/Warren) announced the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) awarded just over $4 million in grant and low-interest loan funds to two projects in Venango County to go toward improving water quality.

Ciresi, James Introduce Legislation to Create Tax Credit to Rehabilitate and Preserve Historic Homes

Mar. 28, 2023 / Press Release

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Joe Ciresi (D-Montgomery) and Lee James (R-Venango/Crawford) introduced legislation on Monday to create the Historic Homeownership Preservation Incentive Tax Credit in Pennsylvania.

James, Hutchinson Announce More than $1.5 Million Awarded to Venango County

Mar. 16, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. R. Lee James (Venango/Crawford) and Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R- Butler/Clarion/Erie/Forest/Venango/Warren) announced today the awarding of more than $1.5 million in state funding to nine projects from the Local Shared Account (LSA) Program for community improvements in Venango County.

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