Republican Committee of Allegheny County

10/22/2026

Real problems. Real families. Real solutions.

The numbers tell a concerning story for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District. From families struggling with poverty and housing costs to residents without health insurance and the devastating impact of drug overdoses, these are real challenges affecting our communities.

Tony Guy has made economic opportunity, public safety, and combating fentanyl trafficking central priorities of his campaign.

Our communities deserve serious conversations about these issues and meaningful solutions for the future.

10/22/2026

Some great news for the region.

The project is designed to increase annual production capacity from approximately 2.2 million tons to approximately 3.5 million tons while expanding the range of steel products manufactured for customers.

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

A quick reminder that we'll be hosting a GOTV event this evening at RCAC!

We're counting down the final days before Election Day is here. The Republican Committee of Allegheny County is expanding hours and holding Days of Action so we can coordinate phone banking and GOTV postcard writing.

Upcoming Days of Action and extended hours at RCAC HQ:

• Tuesday, October 20 — 6:00–9:00pm
• Thursday, October 22 — 6:00–9:00pm
• Saturday, October 24 — 3:00–7:00pm
• Monday, October 26 — 6:00–9:00pm
• Tuesday, October 27 — 6:00–9:00pm

Whether you can give a few hours, it all counts.

Election Day materials pickup is Sunday, November 1, from 2:00–7:00pm.

This is the time to set differences aside and focus on the shared work ahead. Every district matters. Every volunteer matters.

Share these dates and help us finish this election cycle strong.

10/22/2026

Join Stacy Garrity for Pennsylvania and Jason Richey for a tailgate in Pittsburgh on Sunday, November 1st.

With Election Day just days away, this is your chance to meet them, ask questions, and hear their vision for Pennsylvania. Refreshments will be provided.

Sunday, November 1
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
334 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Free event — RSVP required for each guest: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/garrity-richey-tailgate-tickets-2003743851800

See you there.

10/21/2026

Statement from Brian Weismantle
Chairman, Republican Committee of Allegheny County

Allegheny County Council’s approval of a mandatory twelve-week paid parental leave requirement for employers with fifteen or more employees represents a significant and concerning burden on the business community of this region.

While the desire to support families and enable parents to care for their children is universally shared, the manner in which this policy has been structured is unsustainable. By placing the entire financial responsibility for up to twelve weeks of fully paid leave solely upon employers, without a shared funding mechanism, insurance framework, or adequate consideration of operational realities, this mandate imposes substantial costs that many businesses will struggle to absorb.

Local employers already operate under considerable economic pressure. The addition of this obligation risks reduced hiring, delayed expansion, job losses, and increased costs passed on to consumers. Such outcomes would ultimately harm the very workers and families the policy seeks to assist.

I respectfully urge Allegheny County leadership to reconsider this approach and to examine more balanced alternatives that provide meaningful support for families while remaining viable for the employers who sustain our local economy. Thoughtful policy must account for both compassion and practicality.

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

As I have for over 35 years in law enforcement, I'll defend our Southwestern Pennsylvania values and our way of life, every day on the legislative frontline.

My priority will always be the people of this Commonwealth, not special interest groups, illegal immigrants, criminals, and others prioritized by the radical left.