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New Episode of Kristin’s Corner
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently ruled the sentencing guidelines for second-degree murder unconstitutional and gave the legislature 120 days to fix it. Thanks to inaction from House Democrats, this deadline has passed, leaving the fate of more than 1,100 convicted murderers in limbo. On the latest episode of Kristin’s Corner, we sit down with York County District Attorney Tim Barker and Stella Getgen, the wife of second-degree murder victim Todd Getgen, to discuss the effects of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s recent ruling in Commonwealth v. Lee, and how Harrisburg politics is getting in the way of a bipartisan solution. Be sure to watch on Facebook and YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple. COMING SOON! Mobile Mammograms
Thursday, Oct. 1 In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I am excited to announce I will be partnering with WellSpan Health during our October mobile office hours in Springettsbury Township to offer mammograms! Appointments are required. Click here or call (717) 466-2666 to schedule yours! Ending the NFA in Pennsylvania
A federal district judge recently ruled the National Firearms Act (NFA) unconstitutional. Unfortunately, Pennsylvania is one of several states whose law poses an obstacle to those who are seeking to take advantage of that ruling. I have co-sponsored legislation introduced by Sen. Judy Ward which would bring clarity to this section of statute and allow those in Pennsylvania who are covered by the recent injunction to take advantage of it and exercise their constitutional rights. These items are no more dangerous than those left unregulated by the NFA. In fact, the use of a suppressor is often a common courtesy in many European countries, despite their extremely strict gun control laws. As your state senator, I will remain a champion of not only defending your second amendment rights, but also expanding them. Shapiro Expands COVID Authority Denied by Voters
Gov. Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania Department of Health recently proposed broad new health regulations, which would – among other things – give the state far more power to enter our homes, businesses, schools and doctor’s offices without a warrant. These latest proposed regulations are being pursued unilaterally by the governor outside of the legislative process – without input being sought from me or my colleagues. While we’re currently reviewing all the details, there are tremendous concerns – and we are not about to let 502 pages of regulations run people’s lives. You can read the immense regulatory proposal here. We cannot allow any actions like we saw taken by the executive branch during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to be put in place. The draconian shutdowns and overly restrictive mandates that impeded the lives of every Pennsylvanian during COVID have no place in our state. The public comment period is open through Sept. 21, and I encourage you to join me and submit your comments to the Independent Regulatory Review Commission. Our health and safety can be protected without sacrificing our privacy and freedoms. 2026 Cutest Dog of Southern York County
Last week was National Dog Day, and we held a fun and semi-official competition. At the end, Maisy was officially named the 2026 Cutest Dog of Southern York County! She is an 11‑month‑old goldendoodle therapy dog in training, and she was an absolute joy to meet. Congratulations! Historic Settlement with Meta Includes Social Media Protections
Attorney General Dave Sunday announced Pennsylvania and a multistate coalition have reached a settlement with Meta, owner of Instagram and Facebook, assuring the social media giant will implement sweeping changes to age verification, limit children’s time on their platforms and cut kids’ access to harmful content. The settlement, which involves up to $17.1 billion in national remediation payments, is contingent on other major social media companies agreeing to the same changes. Pennsylvania is expected to receive more than $500 million. The attorney general also filed a lawsuit against the owners of Snapchat regarding its failures to warn users of platform addictiveness and protect children from compulsive use. Read more about the settlement with Meta here. In recent years, I’ve worked with my colleagues to strengthen Pennsylvania laws against malicious deepfakes and AI child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and created the Task Force on Child Protection in the Digital Age. The Senate passed bills to enhance mandatory reporting requirements for AI CSAM and protect children from dangerous AI chatbot interaction. Technology opens doors for children, and we must ensure it’s used safely. Help Available Find a New Job
Pennsylvanians looking for work and employers can access the comprehensive career website PA CareerLink® for assistance. PA CareerLink® offers job search assistance, resume and interview workshops, access to more than 7,000 online training courses, classroom and on-the-job training, and many other programs and resources. All services are provided at no cost to participants. No appointment is necessary. It provides a wide range of resources for individual job seekers tailored for specific situations, such as mature workers, those re-entering the workforce, veterans, individuals with disabilities, young workers and more. Employers can use it to search for job candidates, learn about apprenticeships and other needs. Visit PA CareerLink® here. Medicare Questions Answered by PA MEDI
If you’re eligible for Medicare and have questions, PA MEDI has local, certified counselors to provide free and confidential assistance to help you navigate the system. PA MEDI (Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight) is part of a nationwide network of state health insurance assistance programs. It provides unbiased help and information for those on Medicare, their families and caregivers. PA MEDI does not sell or recommend Medicare insurance products, insurance agents or brokers. The assistance covers the various Medicare plans, enrollment, rules, billing, appeals and more. Call 1-800-783-7067 or visit the PA MEDI webpage. Happy Labor Day!
More than a day off, Labor Day is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of workers who provide for their families and allow communities to thrive. I’m committed to helping these workers keep more of what they earn! I hope you have a great holiday weekend. September Mobile Office Hours with PennDOT
Thursday, Sept. 17 This month, we will be hosting representatives from PennDOT at our mobile office hours! We look forward to bringing these resources directly to the community and helping residents access the support they deserve. Learn more about special events that will prioritize certain state-related services throughout the year at our mobile offices. Upcoming PennDOT Maintenance Projects
Most weeks, PennDOT provides me with its upcoming maintenance schedule. While my team and I aim to keep this information up to date, please note that the page may not always reflect the latest changes. For the most accurate details, I recommend checking back on Friday afternoons or over the weekend, as we usually receive updates from PennDOT on Fridays. You can view the full list here to see if any roadwork might impact you and your family. |
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