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In this Update:
Vietnam Veterans Event at Paramount Senior Living
It was an honor to acknowledge the Vietnam Veterans at Paramount Senior Living in Fayetteville, Pa. Your sacrifice and service do not go unnoticed and we appreciate you! Thank you for your service to our country! Photo Op with Bridge Foundational Education
It was a privilege to be part of something truly meaningful. Thanks to The Bridge Educational Foundation, with support from Orrstown Bank and WM, $15,000 in scholarships is going directly to families in Franklin County. This is how we build stronger communities. Update on SB 381 Beagle Bill
I want to share an update on the Beagle Bill, an important piece of bipartisan legislation to protect dogs and cats used in experimentation. The bill passed the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously (50–0) and is currently awaiting action in the House Judiciary Committee, where it must be voted out before moving to the full House for consideration. I will continue to monitor its progress and support efforts to move this important legislation forward so animals used in testing are treated humanely and given the opportunity for adoption whenever possible. US Army War College Visit
It was an honor to welcome visitors from the U.S. Army War College to the Capitol. During their visit, we discussed strategic leader communications and shared practical insights into how elected officials and their teams engage constituents, manage stakeholder expectations, and communicate effectively under real-world constraints. Grateful for the opportunity to exchange ideas with leaders dedicated to service and thoughtful decision-making. Bill Nitterhouse Freedom Medal Presentation
Rebbie and I had the honor of presenting Bill with a Freedom Medal as a thank you for being such a pillar in our community. It was truly a pleasure spending time with him and hearing his perspective. We’re grateful for his leadership and lasting impact on those around him. From garage beginnings to industry leadership—Bill Nitterhouse’s journey is a true example of dedication, vision, and family legacy. At just 19 years old, Bill began running a block plant, stepping into the family business founded in 1923 by his grandfather, William L. Nitterhouse. What started as a small operation in a garage grew into a major Mid-Atlantic concrete manufacturing company—thanks in large part to Bill’s leadership and forward-thinking approach. As chairman, Bill helped guide the company beyond traditional concrete block production, expanding into specialized precast products such as joists, columns, double-tees, and even 90-foot beams. His role in advancing innovation and scaling operations helped shape the company into the respected industry leader it is today. My April 1st Proposal to Rebbie
On this date back in college, I got down on one knee and proposed to Rebbie 💍❤️ She said yes without a second thought… Then I realized it was April Fools’ Day and tried to take the ring back. Rebbie smiled sweetly and said, “Sorry… you offered, I accepted.” 😄 Throwback!
Throwback to our apartment near Nürnberg, West Germany during the Cold War—Here I am with Sassy, the stray kitten Rebbie rescued near Sharon, PA. Sassy grew into a gentle, empathetic companion who brought comfort, loyalty, and a sense of home wherever we lived. Senate Approves Bill Aiding Pennsylvanians with Invisible Disabilities During Police Interactions
The Senate approved a voluntary ID designation for Pennsylvanians with invisible disabilities, such as deafness and autism, to help ensure clearer, safer interactions with law enforcement. Under Senate Bill 802, individuals with invisible disabilities could apply for the designation free of charge, with a doctor’s sign-off, through a process similar to obtaining a handicap parking placard. The designation would appear as a symbol on a driver’s license or state-issued ID card, alerting officers of potential communication difficulties during traffic stops or other interactions. At least 32 other states have implemented similar measures. Senate Bill 802 was sent to the House of Representatives for consideration. First Batch of 2026 Money Match Unclaimed Property Checks Being Mailed
More than 100,000 checks, totaling nearly $23 million, are being mailed to Pennsylvania residents under the state Treasury’s 2026 Money Match program for unclaimed property. Created by the General Assembly in 2024, Pennsylvania Money Match allows Treasury to return unclaimed property valued at up to $500 belonging to a single owner automatically without the need to search or file a claim. Unclaimed property can include dormant bank accounts, abandoned stocks, uncashed checks and more. Treasurer Stacy Garrity urges Pennsylvanians to regularly search online for unclaimed property, since some claims may not qualify to be part of Money Match. Let PennDOT Know Your Opinion of Winter Road Services
Motorists have until April 14 to provide feedback on Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) services this winter through its latest anonymous online survey. The 17-question survey asks respondents about their timeline expectations for safe and passable roadways, how they rank snow-removal priorities and how they rate snow removal and other PennDOT winter services. Respondents are also asked how they receive PennDOT roadway information, and whether or how they use the state’s 511PA traveler information services. PA Bald Eagle Cam Livestreams America’s Living Symbols
The Pennsylvania Game Commission livestream of a bald eagle nest in Codorus State Park in York County offers viewers an incredible look at a pair of eagles and their three eggs. The nest has never seen three eggs in one season since the webcam first started in January 2015. The eggs were laid in early March and typically take around 35 days to hatch, so viewers could see eaglets emerging in the coming days. Forty years ago, Pennsylvania had only three bald eagle nests left in the entire state before the birds were brought back. We’re now home to more than 300 nests. The livestream is run through a Game Commission partnership with Comcast Business, HDOnTap and local property owners. Happy Easter
And behold there was a great earthquake and the angels of the Lord came and rolled back the stone and for fear of him the keepers did quake and became as dead men.
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