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Out Now: The Fight for Fairness – Saving Women’s Sports Podcast
In this new episode of Kristin’s Corner, I sit down with former NCAA swimmer Paula Scanlan, who shares her firsthand experience competing against a biological male and why she’s speaking out. We talk about protecting opportunities for female athletes, the importance of Senate Bill 9, and what’s at stake for the next generation. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube. Sign Up Now for PA Trivia Night!
There’s still time to register your team for an evening of Pennsylvania facts, conversations about state issues, and tasty food from the Laurel Fire Company (available for purchase). From fun facts to friendly competition, this is a great family friendly way to connect with neighbors and test your Keystone State knowledge. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams with no taxpayer dollars used. Teams can include up to six people, but only one person per team should register. Space is limited, so don’t wait! Learn more and register your team here. Senate Passes Bill Benefitting Career and Technical Schools
Career and technical education prepares students for rewarding, family-sustaining careers, often at a significantly reduced cost compared to attending college. Pennsylvania is in great need of people with this training, and there are many job openings waiting to be filled. To ensure people have the training needed for these jobs, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 315. The legislation would provide more certainty regarding grant funding for career and technical education equipment by making funding calculations before the school year in which the allocation occurs. This will benefit the York County School of Technology. Currently, schools are reimbursed after they have made purchases based on calculations made near the end of the school year. Read more about career and technical education opportunities in the commonwealth. Celebrating Our Newest Eagle ScoutsThis week I had the honor of recognizing three outstanding young leaders in our district who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Congratulations to Timothy Nauta of Troop 28 in Red Lion. Timothy, the son of Pastor Christopher and Rebecca Nauta, dedicated his Eagle Scout project to enhancing the learning environment at the Marshall Math Science Academy in the Harrisburg School District by designing and building bookcases for the school.
I also had the pleasure of presenting a Senate citation to Fritz Wede of Troop 90 in Shrewsbury. Fritz, the son of Jason and Laura Wede, refinished the countertops in the Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company’s carnival buildings, helping preserve a cherished community space used year after year.
Finally, congratulations to Luke Miller of Troop 50 in Spry. For his project, Luke constructed an outdoor worship space at Saint Paul’s United Church of Christ in Stoverstown. He is the son of Steven and Jennifer Miller.
Each of these young men has demonstrated incredible leadership, commitment, and service to his community. It was a privilege to present each of them with a citation from the Senate of Pennsylvania recognizing this significant achievement. Well done, Timothy, Fritz, and Luke! Program Increasing Digital Connectivity to Provide Laptops
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) is accepting applications for its Digital Connectivity Technology Program. Through the program, the PBDA will purchase and distribute $20 million in devices such as laptops for eligible public-facing institutions including libraries, workforce training organizations, not-for-profit organizations, municipalities, and other institutions that can offer internet access to individuals who lack the technology. PBDA strongly encourages interested applicants to review the program FAQ before applying. The FAQ, pre-recorded webinar providing an overview of the program, guidelines and online application are available here. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 30. School Safety Report Available Now
Students deserve to feel safe while they’re learning, and their families should be confident that extensive efforts are made to ensure that happens. Senate Republicans have prioritized fostering healthy and safe communities, which include schools. Part of that work includes requiring and conducting a report to evaluate school safety initiatives and how they can be adjusted to more effectively protect students. The Legislative Budget and Finance Committee’s report highlighted the need for security assessments of school buildings and certification requirements for school safety and security coordinators. Other key findings include collecting and analyzing more relevant data – such as tips made using the Safe2Say Something Program – and improving how the data already being collected is shared. Find the full report here. Purple Star Schools Support Military Children
Military children face unique challenges as a result of frequent moves and parental deployments. To give them the best chance of success, Senate Republicans passed Act 69 of 2022. The law created the Purple Star designation for schools that demonstrate their commitment to supporting military families. Many schools have embraced this program and stepped up to help the children of our service members. Purple Star Schools go the extra mile to provide stability, resources and a welcoming community for military children, ensuring they have every opportunity to thrive. Pennsylvania has 37,000 children with parents serving in the military – and 80% of these children are in kindergarten through grade 12 and attend public schools. Learn more about Purple Star Schools. 2025 Showcasing YoCo Awards
Congratulations to all of this year’s Showcasing YoCo Award recipients who are making meaningful differences across York County. These awards recognize individuals, businesses, and organizations that go above and beyond to strengthen our communities and improve quality of life throughout the county. It was a pleasure to see several honorees from the 28th District recognized for their outstanding contributions: Anne Zerbe, William Yanavitch, Ali Collier’s Main St Market, and Linda Davidson. Thank you to each of this year’s recipients for the positive impact you continue to make in York County! You can find more photos on my Facebook. Mobile Office Hours Next Week
Next Thursday, my team will be back at the Penn Township Municipal Building, 20 Wayne Ave., Hanover, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. During these hours, my team will be available to assist with PennDOT forms, Property Tax/Rent Rebate applications, notary services, and other state-related needs. My team looks forward to seeing you there! You can find more information on the mobile offices here. Passover Begins on April 12
We welcome the beginning of Passover this Saturday, a time of reflection, remembrance, and renewal. May these days bring peace, joy, and meaningful moments with loved ones. Wishing all who observe a blessed holiday filled with tradition, hope, and togetherness. Chag Sameach! 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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