E-news Updates – December 28, 2023
In this Update: Legislation to Fund Emergency Services Now Law PA Farm Show Runs Jan. 6-13 Mature Drivers: Take a Course, Save on Insurance Resources to Help Quit Using Tobacco Happy New Year! Legislation to Fund Emergency Services Now Law The Senate passed legislation that is now law to preserve the availability of life-saving services […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – December 21, 2023
In this Update: Nearly $7.5 Million in Grants Announced for Local Water Infrastructure, Arts and Culture Projects Toys for Tots Gift Drive Delivers Hope to Children Bill to Combat Package Thefts Signed into Law New Law Gives Young Adults Strong Financial Literacy Foundation Sharing the Holiday Spirit with PA Veterans Driving Safely During Inclement Weather […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – December 15, 2023
In this Update: Senate Approves Resolution to Evaluate Allentown Tax Incentive Program Bill to Give Professionals a Second Chance Awaiting Governor’s Signature to Become Law Allentown Office Serves as Toys for Tots Dropoff Site Senate Finalizes 2023-24 State Budget Bill to Safeguard Transit Operators Passes Senate Senate Votes to Preserve Prescription Benefits for Seniors 2024 […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – December 7, 2023
In this Update: Smart Saving Upgrades Pennsylvania’s Financial Standing Senate Approves Bill Enabling Better Service in Long-Term Care Facilities Tuition and Loan Assistance for First Responders Comment Period Open on Plan to Expand PA Internet Access Deadline for Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program is Dec. 31 Happy Hanukkah! Smart Saving Upgrades Pennsylvania’s Financial Standing Because of […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 30, 2023
In this Update: Senate Committee Hears from Local School Officials about Costly State Rules New Law Makes It Easier for Students of Military Families to Enroll in School Bill to Punish Looters Wins Bipartisan Senate Approval Babies Receive Life-Saving Care with New Law High Schoolers: Can You Fix These Transportation Issues? Safely Discard Your Unwanted […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 21, 2023
In this Update: Meeting Focuses on Challenges Facing Volunteer Fire Companies Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving Playing Santa? Shop Small on Saturday Healthy, Free Food Available to Low-Income Seniors Preparing Pennsylvanians of All Ages for Career Success Winter Life Jacket Requirement in Effect Meeting Focuses on Challenges Facing Volunteer Fire Companies I met with the […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 17, 2023
In this Update: Senate Committee Advances Resolution to Improve Workforce Training Senate Approves Bill to Give Professionals a Second Chance by Clearing Their Records Honoring Local Veterans Senate Advances Key Education, School Safety Budget Priorities Funding for State-Related Universities Approved by Senate Tax Revenues and PIT Collections Above Monthly Estimate Loans Available for Businesses Creating […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 8, 2023
In this Update: $900 Million Moved to PA’s Rainy Day Fund Are You Owed Unclaimed Property? Medicare Beneficiaries: Get Free Health Benefits Counseling Recognizing Outstanding Pennsylvania Educators Heating Assistance Program Open Now Slow Down, Stay Alert for Deer Honoring the Sacrifices of Our Veterans $900 Million Moved to PA’s Rainy Day Fund Thanks to the […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 3, 2023
In this Update: A Great Visit with Quakertown Elementary Commonwealth Court Rules Against RGGI, Higher Energy Costs Senate Passes Bill to Fight Opioid Epidemic How Can I Improve This E-Newsletter? Grants Available to Organizations Benefitting Veteran Employment Funding to Improve Local Transportation and Pedestrian Safety Paid Government Internships Available for Undergraduates Turn Those Clocks Back […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – October 26, 2023
In this Update: Senate Approves Bill Giving Parents Choices About Sexually Explicit Materials in School Share Your Opinion: Should PennDOT Share Your Driver’s License Information? Senate Votes to Extend and Improve Program to Protect Students Grants Available for Organizations Helping Veterans Apply to Vote by Mail by Oct. 31 for the November Election Recognizing Pennsylvania’s […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – October 19, 2023
In this Update: Senior Expo Draws Large Crowd Senate Backs Israel, Condemns Hamas Senate Advances Critical Support for EMS, Hospitals and Nursing Homes Empowering Parents to Control Sexually Explicit Content for Their Children Senate Votes to Increase Access to Addiction Treatment Programs Bill Enhancing School Bus Safety Receives Senate Support Grants Available to Prep PA […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – October 12, 2023
In this Update: How to Prepare for the Nov. 7 Election PennDOT Survey Open Until Oct. 20 Enjoy PA’s Gorgeous Fall Foliage Brush Up on School Bus Safety Turn Around, Don’t Drown: What to Do When Roads Flood How to Prepare for the Nov. 7 Election Election Day on Nov. 7 is approaching. You’re able […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – October 5, 2023
In this Update: New Vitae Wellness Serves Quakertown Community Reading at Brookside Children’s Early Education Centers Senate Welcomes Parkland High School Boys Volleyball Team Join Me at Our Senior Expo on Oct. 12 Senate Approves My Measure to Rename Local Road After Fallen Firefighters Senate Favors Harsher Penalties for Drug Dealers Bill to Provide New […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 28, 2023
In this Update: Governor Ends Practice of Sharing Drivers’ Information with Nonprofit After I Raised Legal Concerns Join Me at Our Senior Expo on Oct. 12 Maneuver By Gov. Shapiro Changes Motor Voter Process Without Your Input Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for Oct. 4 Fiscal Restraint Means More Good News for PA’s Financial Position Look […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 21, 2023
In this Update: Governor’s Voter Registration Move Raises Legal Questions Join Me at Our Senior Expo on Oct. 12 Senate Votes to Streamline and Increase School Safety Measures Tax Seminars Held Virtually and Across PA Grants Available to Increase Economic Benefits Boaters Offer PA Communities Yom Kippur Begins Sunday Governor’s Voter Registration Move Raises Legal […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 14, 2023
In this Update: Remembering 9/11 with Local First Responders Join Me at Our Senior Expo on Oct. 12 Stronger Rainy Day Fund Improves PA’s Financial Position Revenue Collections Below Monthly Estimate Preparing for Election Day Free Support Available to Military Members Fire, Ambulance Companies: Apply Now for State Grants Remembering 9/11 with Local First Responders […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – September 7, 2023
In this Update: Join Me at Our Senior Expo on Oct. 12 State Budget Implementation Requires Action by the House of Representatives State Grants Available for Children’s Advocacy Centers Scam Threatens Suspension of Health License Shared Ride Services Available to the Public Tax-Free Savings Accounts for People with Disabilities Remembering the Sept. 11, 2001 Attacks […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 31, 2023
In this Update: Senate Approves My Measure to Release Information about Allentown Tax Incentive Program Join Me for a Telephone Town Hall Meeting Thursday, Sept. 7 Senate Approves Critical Budget Implementation Bills Committee Advances Bill to Move Up 2024 Primary Election Tax Collections Show Effectiveness of Reducing Taxes State Police Remove College Credit Requirement for […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 24, 2023
In this Update: Bill Offers Measure of Compassion to Murder Victims’ Families UNFI Visit Focuses on Operations and Community Issues Dorney Park and Hamilton Boulevard Traffic Survey Senate to Reconvene to Work on Finalizing State Budget New Website Reports Cost and Quality of Hospital Care PA 529 Fees Waived Again New CDL Skills Test Intended […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 17, 2023
In this Update: Support Students in Failing Schools Higher Property Tax/Rent Rebates Available Next Year $36 Million in Grants Will Improve Traffic Safety Call 988 for Suicide Prevention and Crisis Support DMAP Permits for State Game Lands on Sale Now Keep Your Pets Safe in the Summer Heat Celebrating Back to School Month by Brushing […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 10, 2023
In this Update: Bridgeton Township-Upper Black Eddy Resource Day this Saturday Dorney Park and Hamilton Boulevard Traffic Survey Supporting Children Who Faced Trauma Save Your Child from Preventable Death Watch Out for Heat-Related Illnesses Smart Money Management Leads to Financial Independence Searching for High School Students to Keep PA Clean Bridgeton Township-Upper Black Eddy Resource […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – August 4, 2023
In this Update: National Night Out Senate Sends Budget Bill to Governor’s Desk Share Your Opinion about Broadband in Pennsylvania Report Abuse of Adults Living with a Disability Recognizing National Farmers Market Week Free Tool to Relate Military Experience to Civilian Job Requirements Submit or Search for a Veteran Job Improved Dashboard Better Tracks PA […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 27, 2023
In this Update: Student Opportunities for Success Examined by Senate Committee Reading to Students at Lehigh Valley Children’s Center PA State Universities Hold the Line on Tuition REAL ID Extension Allows Access Through May 2025 Free Help Available to PA Small Businesses Observing World Day Against Trafficking in Persons Connecting PA Veterans with the Benefits […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 20, 2023
In this Update: Shapiro Sold Out Students Do You Have Unclaimed Property? Upper Bucks County Technical School Helps Local Students Helping Hungry Neighbors Fighting to Support Students in Failing Schools Free Webinars to Help Students and Families Navigate the Financial Aid Process How to Conserve Water During Statewide Drought Watch Water Assistance Available for Low-Income […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 13, 2023
In this Update: Interview on WAEB with Bobby Gunther Walsh Focuses on State Budget Share Your Opinion about Charitable Care at Nonprofit Hospitals Expanding the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Pennsylvania to Receive More Than $1 Billion to Close Digital Divide Beware of Student Loan Scam Robocalls and Robotexts Purple Star School Program Supports Military-Connected Children […] [Read More]