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In this update:
The Pennsylvania Senate: Looking back and ahead
The end of the year brings a final look back on the 2021-22 legislative session. Recovering from the governor’s unilateral shutdowns, Senate Republicans continued leading the effort to transition Pennsylvania from COVID-19 pandemic response to helping residents and employers get back to normal, productive lives. On the economic front, Senate-passed budgets not only shielded Pennsylvanians from tax increases, they cut the Corporate Net Income Tax to attract employers to Pennsylvania, modernized expense deductions allowing small business owners more flexibility and tax planning opportunities, and provided tax incentives for small businesses to grow and invest in Pennsylvania. Recognizing that economic prosperity is threatened in unsafe communities, we held public hearings over the summer of 2022 examining rising crime rates and hearing from law enforcement officers on ways to restore order. Our schools were greatly impacted by the pandemic and lengthy closures, and some of the more important education measures we passed were those that got students back into the classroom after the pandemic, expanded educational opportunity and better prepared students for success. Read more of the 2021-22 recap here. It is my duty to represent YOU in YOUR state government. Moving into the new session, I will continue to push forward with the feedback I continue to receive from you and your neighbors to best represent the 28th Senate District. New guide to PA unemployment benefits available
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry has published an updated Unemployment Compensation Handbook, a guide to unemployment benefits. Unemployment Compensation is a program designed to provide temporary income between jobs to workers who lost their job through no fault of their own: for example, due to a layoff, plant closure or lack of available work. The handbook was designed to be easier to understand than previous versions and includes links to additional information on the Labor and Industry Department website. Last call: Deer season opening day surveyThank you to everyone who has already participated in my latest legislative survey. This is the last call for your opinion on firearm deer season opening day to be recorded in my survey results, the legislative survey closes tonight. I look forward to sharing the results with you in the New Year! Meeting with Pastor Myers of Victory Baptist Church of Hanover
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to meet with Pastor Jason Myers and his son, Caleb, from Victory Baptist Church of Hanover. We had a great, engaging conversation about our community and how we each have a role in making it better! We ended our meeting in prayer for the health, happiness, and prosperity of the people of York County and Pennsylvania. You can help ensure an accurate PA broadband access map
As a reminder: You can help ensure Pennsylvania receives an accurate level of federal funding for broadband deployment. Check out your address on the Federal Communications Commission broadband access map to see if the local internet access information is correct. The map shows all U.S. locations where fixed broadband service is or can be installed. Pennsylvania’s federal funding for broadband deployment depends on map accuracy. Pennsylvanians should submit challenges by Jan. 13, 2023. There are two ways to submit a challenge: by a single location, or in bulk. The location challenge can be completed by individual consumers utilizing the map itself. Bulk challengers will be required to use the Broadband Data Collection platform to submit information to the FCC. Additional information about the Consumer Challenge Process can be found here, and additional information on the Bulk Challenge Process can be found here. A consumer may also challenge mobile data coverage through the FCC Speed Test App, a free application that can be downloaded from an Apple or Google Play Store. Older drivers and safe driving
Nearly a quarter of Pennsylvania’s licensed drivers are 65 years of age or older, and resources are available to help with the unique challenges faced by older drivers. Signs that can indicate it may be time to limit or stop driving altogether include:
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s Seniors Driving Safely publications help older drivers assess their abilities and offer guidance on next steps if their medical condition is reported to PennDOT. The series also includes a publication designed to guide family and friends of older drivers in what can sometimes be difficult conversations about deciding to stop driving, as well as information for health care providers on PennDOT’s medical reporting program. Happy New Year
As we conclude another eventful year filled with challenges and accomplishments, we look ahead to 2023 with renewed hope and excitement. I wish you and your loved ones the best in the New Year. Reminder: Holiday office hours
Below are our office hours for the next several days: Friday, Dec. 30: Closed Normal office hours resume on Wednesday, Jan. 4. You can always access many state resources on our online office at SenatorKristin.com. |
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