Stout Announces Airport Grant

EIGHTY FOUR, May 9, 2008 — State Sen. J. Barry Stout (D-Greene) today announced $203,775 in funding for Greene County Airport to repair the main terminal apron.

“The Greene County Airport is used on a regular basis for business and corporate flying, so we need to make sure it is a safe place,” Stout said.  “The airport brings many visitors to the area, who then spend money in our hotels, restaurants and other local businesses.”

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Stout Supports Do-Not-Call List for
Political Robo-calls

HARRISBURG, April 30, 2008 — State Senator J. Barry Stout (D-Washington/Greene) today voted in favor of legislation that would allow Pennsylvanians to stop receiving political robo-calls. 

The Senate approved the measure (Senate Bill 820) by a vote of 48-1. The bill now goes to the House of Representatives for consideration.

"Robo-calls don't even give a voter the chance to ask questions and get information," Stout said.  " Nowadays families are so busy, these calls are just a waste of time."

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Stout Announces Important Information for Voters

State Senator J. Barry Stout (D-Washington/Greene) today announced important Election Day information for Pennsylvania voters for what is shaping up to be a historic primary election.

“The more than 8.32 million Pennsylvanians planning to head to the polls this Tuesday, April 22 will play a critical role in the Presidential Primary,” Stout said.  “Thousands of these voters are doing so for the first time or have reported a change of address to their county election office and will be appearing at a particular polling place for the first time.  These people need to be aware that an approved form of identification must be presented at the polling places.”

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Benefits Available for Persian Gulf Veterans

State Senator J. Barry Stout (D-Washington/Greene) today announced that veterans can obtain an application for Pennsylvania’s Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans’ Bonus at his district office.

"We must not forget what our military veterans have done for us," Stout said.  "I will do all I can to provide the assistance our Gulf War veterans need."

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Stout Announces Funding for Rail Freight

EIGHTY FOUR — State Senator J. Barry Stout (D-Washington/Greene) announced today that Washington County has received over $263,000 for rail freight infrastructure from Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) rail freight assistance program.

“I am pleased that we were able to secure funds to help preserve and promote rail freight service in our state,” Stout said.  “Pennsylvania has a rich history in rail freight and these grants will help stimulate economic development through rail freight service upgrades.”

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