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In this Update: Senate Approves SB 1261 State Animal Working Day at the Capitol New! Monthly Photo Contest Throwback! Senate Passes Bill to Fight Human Trafficking Bill Targeting Dangerous Fentanyl Additive Passes Senate PA Guard Military Family Education Program Entries Accepted for PA Agriculture Photo Contest National Cancer Survivors Month Senate Approves SB 1261 My […] [Read More]
Mastriano Bill to Streamline Funding Program for Fire Companies, EMS Agencies Passes Senate
Legislation introduced by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) to make it easier for fire and EMS agencies to access state funding through the Fire and EMS Grant program was approved by the Senate today. [Read More]
Working Animal Appreciation Day News Conference
Intersection of Commonwealth Avenue and Soldier’s Grove, Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex, Harrisburg [Read More]
Mastriano, Mehaffie Call for Congressional Medal of Honor for Maj. Richard D. Winters
Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) and Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-106) today announced the introduction of resolutions in support of posthumously awarding Maj. Richard D. Winters the Congressional Medal of Honor. [Read More]
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THROWBACK THURSDAY: In 2008, I led the creation of the Sergeant Alvin C. York Historic Trail in France`s Argonne Forest, marking the route followed by York and his men during the heroic actions of October 8, 1918, that earned York the Medal of Honor and secured his place among America`s greatest soldiers.
Dedicated on the 90th anniversary of York`s feat, the trail and interpretive monuments were placed at the actual locations where the events unfolded. The commemoration began in the nearby village of Châtel-Chéhéry and culminated at the site of York`s action deep within the Argonne Forest.
The dedication brought together nearly 1,000 attendees, most of them French citizens, along with representatives of the French military, NATO allies, American soldiers, American family members, Boy Scouts and veterans. Three generations of the York family were present—Alvin York`s son, grandson, and great-granddaughter—making the ceremony a powerful tribute to one of America`s most celebrated heroes.
The project helped preserve an important chapter of American and French shared history while honoring the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of Sergeant York and the soldiers of the American Expeditionary Forces who fought in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. #ThrowbackThursday
June 11th, 1994 - After 49 years, the Soviet military occupation of East Germany ended. At one time there had been 337,800 Soviet troops stationed in Germany.
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Mastriano Bill to Streamline Funding Program for Fire Companies, EMS Agencies Passes Senate
HARRISBURG — Legislation introduced by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) to make it easier for fire and EMS agencies to access state funding through the Fire and EMS Grant program was approved by the Senate today.
“The bottom line is we do not want our first responders to be ill-equipped when fighting a fire and protecting our community,” said Mastriano, who chairs the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. “By passing this important bill, we’re supporting our brave firefighters and EMTs and helping ensure they can continue to perform their critically important jobs.”
Senate Bill 1261 makes administrative changes to the Fire and EMS Grant program to streamline the application process, including eliminating outdated wording and incentives, requiring the State Fire Commissioner to use the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s Single Application for Assistance instead of having a separate, redundant system, and asking fire companies to provide additional contact information to ensure lines of communication are open.
The bill also increases the amount fire and EMS agencies can borrow through the State Fire Commissioner’s low-interest loan program, freeing up more funding opportunities for first responder agencies.
The Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee held a public hearing Monday about the rising costs of fire apparatus and how municipalities and fire companies have struggled to respond. Mastriano noted passage of this measure would help provide the assistance requested by fire companies and stakeholders during the hearing.
Senate Bill 1261 now advances to the House of Representatives for consideration.
Today, we celebrate Portugal National Day, honoring the rich history, culture, and enduring spirit of the Portuguese people.
From its Age of Discovery to its vibrant traditions, Portugal has made lasting contributions to the world and continues to be a valued friend and ally of the United States.
Wishing all those celebrating a joyful Portugal Day filled with pride in their heritage and optimism for the future.
Viva Portugal!
🐾 Working Animal Appreciation Day at the Pennsylvania Capitol 🐾
More than a dozen organizations from across Pennsylvania participated in Working Animal Appreciation Day at the State Capitol, highlighting the invaluable contributions of police K-9s, military working dogs, search and rescue teams, service animals, therapy animals, and agricultural working animals.
Thank you to the organizations, handlers, trainers, and volunteers who joined us to demonstrate the remarkable work these animals perform every day. Their dedication helps keep our communities safe, supports those in need, and strengthens our Commonwealth.
I also want to thank Senator Joe Pittman and my Executive Director, Nate Silcox, for speaking at the event and helping recognize the extraordinary service provided by Pennsylvania`s working animals.
#WorkingAnimalAppreciationDay #WorkingAnimals #K9 #ServiceAnimals #SearchAndRescue #Pennsylvania #PAStateCapitol 🐾
