Concerned About a Gas Pipeline?

You are not alone.  Pipelines are common in our region and more are being proposed to transport the Marcellus and Utica gas play natural gas liquids (NGLs) such as propane, ethane, butane, and natural gasoline. They are described as liquids because they are moved through pipes in liquid form. In the atmosphere these substances usually … Continue reading Concerned About a Gas Pipeline?

PaPUC to Explore Alternative Utility Ratemaking Methods

Today the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) announced it will hold a March 3, 2016 hearing in Harrisburg to gather information from experts regarding alternative ratemaking methodologies. Ratemaking alternatives, such as revenue decoupling, for example, could involve making consumer charges less dependent on usage. Decoupling advocates suggest that decoupling removes possible disincentives for greater energy … Continue reading PaPUC to Explore Alternative Utility Ratemaking Methods

Virginia Reciprocity with Pennsylvania to End on February 1, 2016

As reported by the Washington Post, Virginia Attorney General Mark R. Herring (D), unilaterally, plans to announce Tuesday that Virginia will no longer recognize concealed carry handgun permits from 25 states that have reciprocity agreements with Virginia as of February 1, 2016. Of the 25 state, Pennsylvania is listed as one of them. As a … Continue reading Virginia Reciprocity with Pennsylvania to End on February 1, 2016

It’s Legal To Carry a Firearm, While Voting!

While I have blogged on the topic extensively, many residents of Pennsylvania are unaware of their right to carry a firearm while voting, unless their polling location is located at a place which prohibited under state law. Accordingly, I did a short video on the right to carry a firearm, while voting. For those interested … Continue reading It’s Legal To Carry a Firearm, While Voting!

Pennsylvania Second Amendment Action Day – May 12, 2015!

The 10th Annual Pennsylvania Second Amendment Action Day is scheduled for May 12, 2015 at the State Capitol Steps in Harrisburg, PA. With notable speakers such as Sheriff Richard Mack (who sued the U.S. Government and won in relation to a gun control measure) and State Representative Daryl Metcalfe, it is guaranteed to be phenomenal … Continue reading Pennsylvania Second Amendment Action Day – May 12, 2015!

Did Attorney General Kane Mislead the General Assembly and Fail in Her Statutory Duty?

As many of you are aware, I previously blogged on Attorney General Kathleen Kane's 2013-2014 Annual Firearms Reciprocity Report, which the Attorney General is required, by law, to complete annually and submit to the General Assembly. Based on information I recently obtained, it is now questionable whether AG Kane purposely left out information from her … Continue reading Did Attorney General Kane Mislead the General Assembly and Fail in Her Statutory Duty?

Your Papers, Please.

On February 17, 2015 State Representative Cruz introduced draconian legislation that could only be described out of a play book from the Weimar Republic prior to the passage of the Gesetz über Schußwaffen und Munition (Law on Firearms and Ammunition) in 1928 which required citizens to get a license from police to acquire firearms. See … Continue reading Your Papers, Please.

Perry County Sheriff Nace Does Not Require References on LTCF Applications!

Consistent with a growing number of county sheriffs, Perry County Sheriff Carl Nace is not requiring license to carry firearms (LTCF) applicants to included references on the LTCF application. I have long contended that requiring references on the application is a violation of the confidentiality provisions of 18 Pa.C.S. 6111(g)(3.1) and (i), as merely calling … Continue reading Perry County Sheriff Nace Does Not Require References on LTCF Applications!

The Great Pennsylvanian Trunk Gun

If you ever read Internet gun forums or overhear conversations at a gun store you will often hear many people asking for firearm recommendations for a variety of reasons. The reasons range from everyday practical ones, such as concealed carry protection to more esoteric ones…like bear protection.  On the more esoteric side of the equation … Continue reading The Great Pennsylvanian Trunk Gun

With the Super Bowl a few days away, PA says get your bets in

A few of my clients have asked if the pools that they do at their "local water holes" or "blocks" are legal in Pennsylvania.  The answer might surprise you.  As of last November (2013), Pennsylvania allows for such better so long as specific situations are followed.  See the story below: Posted: Wednesday, January 29, 2014 2:45 … Continue reading With the Super Bowl a few days away, PA says get your bets in