Working for You

It is an honor to work for you and the residents of our district and I take great pride in representing you in Harrisburg. I am aware of the challenges that face our state and I am dedicated to facing those challenges so that together, we can make our communities the best that they can be. As a way for you to keep up with the work that is happening on your behalf, check the stories listed below, and as always, feel free to contact my office for more information about these stories or if I may assist you with any state-related matter.

Pa. lawmaker looks into 'Kate Plus 8' work permits
From The Associated Press
PHILADELPHIA — A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is questioning the legality of work permits issued to Kate Gosselin's sextuplets for the reality show "Kate Plus 8."

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Bill would protect child actors, reality stars

From The Doylestown Intelligencer
With Pennsylvania becoming home to more television shows and movies, state Rep. Tom Murt unveiled legislation Thursday to protect children taking part in that filming.

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Montco Lawmaker Wants Child Labor Laws Updated
From KYW Newsradio
A state lawmaker from Montgomery County says Pennsylvania’s child labor laws need to be updated and strengthened to keep up with the explosion of reality television shows.

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New TV reality: Children need protection
From The Bucks County Courier Times
Rep. Tom Murt is working with state officials to protect the children in reality shows like "Jon & Kate Plus 8.''

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Pa. agency says no legal action will be taken in 'Jon & Kate' child-labor inquiry
From The Associated Press
HORSHAM, PA. — Child-labor permits should have been obtained for children appearing on the TLC television show "Jon & Kate Plus 8," but the state will not take legal action against the producers, Pennsylvania regulators have concluded.

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Pa. says 'Jon & Kate' kids need work permits, trust funds
From The Philadelphia Inquirer
HARRISBURG - The reality-TV show Jon & Kate Plus 8 has gotten a dose of real reality, courtesy of the State of Pennsylvania.

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Murt Honors Veterans of Pearl Harbor Attacks
From ABCLocal.com
Rep.Murt recently participated in a ceremony marking the 68th anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

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