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In this Update:
Pennsylvania Humane Leadership Award Ceremony
It was an honor to receive the Pennsylvania Humane Leadership Award for bipartisan work advancing the Beagle Bill. This legislation represents an important step toward ending inhumane animal testing and promoting responsible, ethical treatment of animals. Proud to work across the aisle to protect those who cannot speak for themselves. Holocaust Education Bill SB 127
SB 127 would strengthen Holocaust and genocide education in Pennsylvania schools to help ensure students understand the consequences of hatred, antisemitism, and intolerance. I believe teaching these difficult chapters of history is essential to preserving truth, promoting understanding, and helping future generations learn from the past so history is never repeated. Franklin County Career and Technology Center Tour
After our fantastic roundtable at the Franklin County Career and Technology Center, we were fed a delicious meal by the culinary students and given an incredible tour of the school. It was inspiring to meet such passionate teachers and incredibly hardworking students who are building the skills needed for successful futures. We were so impressed by them! Keep up the great work! Career and technical education continues to make a lasting impact on students and our local workforce. Franklin County Commissioners’ Meeting
We had a productive morning at the Franklin County Commissioners Meeting today! These meetings provide an important opportunity to collaborate, share updates, and continue working together to serve the residents of Franklin County. Thank you to everyone involved for their continued dedication to our communities. Archē Classical Academy
It was a fantastic time speaking with the staff and students to celebrate America 250th at Archē Classical Academy in Carlisle, PA. I was proud to share the rich history of those who paved the way for the freedoms we enjoy today—many of whom were guided by biblical teachings and a deep reliance on God. Their faith, courage, and leadership helped shape the foundation of our nation. Engaging with such thoughtful and enthusiastic students made the experience even more meaningful. Thank you for the warm welcome and for your commitment to learning, faith, and leadership. Awarded PENNVEST Low-Interest Rate Financing
I am pleased to announce a 2.185 million dollar low-interest rate loan for White Run Regional Municipal Authority’s Sludge Dewatering Project recently awarded by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). WRRMA, which serves residents in Mt. Joy, Mt. Pleasant and Straban Townships in Adams County, sought the funding to help purchase and install a screw press at the existing treatment plant site and will include the construction of a new building to house the dewatering system. This project will assist in the management of waste, which will in turn benefit the health of the community and help to improve the operations of the WRRMA. It’s estimated that the PENNVEST low-interest loan will provide the grant-equivalent of nearly 657 thousand dollars over the lifetime of the loan. Throwback!
Here I am as Second Lieutenant reporting for duty with the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment in West Germany – 1980s. Senate Approves Tougher Penalties for Attempted Murder of Law Enforcement Officers
The Senate approved legislation closing a gap in state law and imposing tougher penalties on individuals who attempt to murder a law enforcement officer and cause serious bodily injury. Under current law, the penalty for attempted murder of a law enforcement officer could be as little as seven years in prison. Senate Bill 1284 establishes a 20-year mandatory minimum sentence and a maximum of up to life in prison. The measure was passed on Police Officers’ Memorial Day in Pennsylvania, which honors the brave men and women of law enforcement. It now heads to the House of Representatives for consideration. Read more about this legislation. Protecting Pennsylvanians’ Second Amendment Rights
The Senate moved to protect the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens by approving Senate Bill 822, which strengthens Pennsylvania’s state preemption over regulating firearms and ammunition, preventing local governments from enacting ordinances that are more restrictive than those established by the General Assembly. Allowing local governments to establish a patchwork of inconsistent gun laws would make it impossible for Pennsylvania residents, along with citizens from other states, to travel without fear of inadvertently breaking a local law they were unaware of. Senate Bill 822, which passed with bipartisan support, also reinforces and restores the original intent of Pennsylvania’s Uniform Firearms Act, ensuring consistent and clear regulations across the state. The bill has been sent to the House of Representatives for consideration. Senate Committee Approves Measures to Make Housing More Attainable
Legislation aimed at expanding access to attainable housing while preserving local control was approved by the Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee. The bills now move to the full Senate for consideration. The legislation includes:
Forming a robust strategy to increase housing supply, lower costs and stimulate economic activity is a key focus for the Senate this year. Read more about these attainable housing bills. Mother’s Day and Mammo May
Mother’s Day is a great time to remind Mom and all the women in your life about the importance of annual mammograms. While these low-dose x-rays are critical to a lifesaving early diagnosis of breast cancer, one in four Pennsylvania women fail to get a mammogram each year. Annual mammograms are recommended for women beginning at age 40 or as early as age 25 if a woman is considered at increased risk for breast cancer. Learn more from the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition. |
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