Manufacturers’ Association to Host PA Speaker of the House Rep. Mike Turzai at October 21 Legislative Breakfast in York
(York, PA) – The Manufacturers’ Association’s Fall 2015 Legislative Breakfast, with keynote speaker Rep. Mike Turzai, the Commonwealth’s Speaker of the House, will be held Wednesday, October 21 at The Out Door Country Club located at 1157 Detwiler Drive in York.
Registration and a breakfast begins at 8:00 AM. The morning’s discussion will provide an update on issues concerning the manufacturing community and doing business in Pennsylvania. Cost is $40 for the general public, and $25 for Association members.
Mike Turzai was unanimously elected Speaker of the House on January 6, 2015 by his House Colleagues; he is now in his eighth term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Winning a special election in 2001 for a seat in the 28th Legislative District, Mike represents communities in the North Hills of Allegheny County.
After graduating from Our Lady of Sacred Heart High School in 1977, Mike earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame before earning his Juris Doctor from Duke University in 1987.
Working to attract new business to the Commonwealth and help employers expand their operations to improve job creation and career opportunities, Mike continues to spearhead efforts to lower the cost of doing business in Pennsylvania.
As a result of his leadership, Mike was twice elected by his peers to serve as Majority Leader for the House Republican Caucus. He was the floor leader from 2011 to 2014.
During the 2011-12 Legislative Session he was instrumental in passing the Fair Share Act, an important lawsuit abuse reform measure. During that session and the most recent 2013-14 Legislative Session, Mike also lead efforts to provide real business tax relief and advocated for fair and balanced workers’ compensation and unemployment compensation systems.
In his four years as House Majority Leader, he led efforts that doubled the Educational Improvement Tax Credit from $50 million to $100 million dollars, dramatically expanding educational options for families across the Commonwealth.
Those interested in attending this event should sign-up by email at register@mascpa.org, or call the Association offices at (717) 843-3891. Table sponsorships are available for businesses interested in sponsoring a table.
Rep. Mike Turzai
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The Manufacturers’ Association is the partner and advocate for manufacturing, production and logistics in Pennsylvania and Maryland – serving nearly 370 member companies.
Founded in 1906 within the strength of the region’s strong industrial roots, today the Association actively works with many types of organizations offering member benefits such as employee education, training and workforce development, group benefit insurance, professional HR and search services, networking events, and much more.
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Release: 10072015