Lower Bucks Today

Rep. Joe Hogan of Bucks County has been appointed as the ranking vice chair of the House Children and Youth Committee. Hogan expressed his readiness to assume this new role, stating, "I am ready to take on this new role as vice chair of the Children and Youth Committee." He emphasized his commitment to addressing issues affecting Pennsylvania's children, noting his personal connection as a new father.

Hogan said, "As a new father myself, I understand the importance of fighting for commonsense solutions to the issues that affect the children of Pennsylvania. Last session, I championed many of these issues for our families. I look forward to having an increased voice on these solutions moving forward for every Pennsylvanian."

Rep. Kate Klunk (R-York), Republican chair of the committee, praised Hogan's appointment: "As the Republican chair of the House Children and Youth Committee, I am proud to name my friend and colleague, Rep. Joe Hogan, as the committee's vice chair." She highlighted Hogan's personal motivation due to his recent experience as a new parent: "Joe has a special reason of his own to fight for PA kids, as he and his wife recently had their first baby girl. Being a new dad, he has a passion to advocate for the Commonwealth's children, and I am looking forward to doing that together on the committee this session."

The House Children and Youth Committee is responsible for overseeing matters related to Pennsylvania’s children. It plays an important role in shaping legislation concerning maternal health, day care facilities, child pornography, juvenile justice, and efforts to prevent harm and abuse. The committee will conduct hearings across the state on these topics to address challenges faced by children and families needing state services and support.