Taking the next step to protect Pennsylvania’s digital assets
April 7, 2023

Taking the next step to protect Pennsylvania’s digital assets

In this update: Continuing the work on strengthening our state’s cybersecurity Avoid disconnection, communicate with your utility companies Treasury’s transparency portal now shows additional data Patriot Program at South Eastern School District “Be your own fiscal watchdog” – advice from Auditor General DeFoor America250PA holds first meeting Complete an annual renewal to maintain insurance coverage […]  [Read More]

Sitting down with the state’s top fiscal watchdog, how the governor’s spending plan will affect taxpayers
March 31, 2023

Sitting down with the state’s top fiscal watchdog, how the governor’s spending plan will affect taxpayers

In this update: Senate concludes week two of budget hearings New Podcast: Sitting down with Auditor General DeFoor on how he protects YOU as a taxpayer My measure that would make it easier, more transparent to switch energy providers Help our struggling military members Welcoming our Vietnam Veterans home on National Vietnam War Veterans Day […]  [Read More]

Digging into the state budget to get YOU answers on government spending
March 24, 2023

Digging into the state budget to get YOU answers on government spending

In this update: Senate committee starts review on state budget Check the status of your tax refund Improving access to unemployment compensation system Visiting Seitzland rifle club: Junior Olympics Adams Electric Cooperative member meeting North Hills Elementary School visits state Capitol Veterans: Protect your pension Share your feedback on PennDOT’s winter services Local job openings […]  [Read More]

Understanding military benefits and taxes, plus mobile outreach van teams
March 21, 2023

Understanding military benefits and taxes, plus mobile outreach van teams

If you know a veteran, please forward this issue to him or her as it provides important updates, resources, and information. In this Update: Resources for understanding military benefits and tax filing Helping veterans apply for benefits: DMVA mobile outreach van teams Good news for veterans, caregivers in VA’s program of comprehensive assistance for family […]  [Read More]

You’re invited: York Farmer’s Breakfast this Friday feat. Agriculture Sec. Redding!
March 20, 2023

You’re invited: York Farmer’s Breakfast this Friday feat. Agriculture Sec. Redding!

Upcoming Breakfast Meeting on Agriculture On Friday, March 24, at 7:30 a.m., I will host Acting Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Russell Redding, as the guest speaker for my inaugural Breakfast Meeting on Agriculture with York County farmers. If you have an interest in hearing about the current state of agriculture in Pennsylvania, you […]  [Read More]

Should the state increase its spending? Tune in next week..
March 17, 2023

Should the state increase its spending? Tune in next week..

In this update: Budget hearings begin on Monday Examining government cloud-based cybersecurity PennDOT invites public feedback on transportation Strengthening guardianship laws, preventing elder abuse ICYMI: Last call for all farmers Touring Hanover School District March MilitaryShare: Roots for Boots Read Across America with Ms. Barnett’s 1st grade class Beware of the secret shopper scam Hanover […]  [Read More]

State budget MUST look to the long-term financial health of PA
March 10, 2023

State budget MUST look to the long-term financial health of PA

In this update: Reaction to the governor’s budget proposal that includes significant areas of concern Historic breast cancer screening bill unanimously passes Senate Senate approves my bill to ban TikTok on state devices, networks Measure preserving community energy choice passed by Senate Senate approves legislation to increase PA National Guard health care providers Senate honors […]  [Read More]

Strengthening Pennsylvania by protecting jobs, empowering families and defending our freedoms
March 3, 2023

Strengthening Pennsylvania by protecting jobs, empowering families and defending our freedoms

In this update: Senate Republicans announce priorities and principles for 2023-24 session Tune in: Podcast with Sen. Pennycuick on legislation to ban TikTok in state government Committee votes to eliminate costs for genetic testing and breast cancer screenings Senate votes to restrict diversion of transportation funding Senate urges President Biden to restart Keystone XL Pipeline […]  [Read More]

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February 24, 2023

Upholding promises to taxpayers and kicking-off hearings on PA-OH border train derailment

In this update: Assuring additional gaming revenue goes to property tax relief Senate launches hearings into train derailment at Pennsylvania-Ohio border Friday deadline for business taxpayers to sign up for new online state tax-filing system Resources for understanding military benefits and tax filing New to the 28th: West Manheim Township and Hanover Borough Shrewsbury Volunteer […]  [Read More]

Energy costs continue to climb, plus a 175-year Glen Rock tradition…
February 17, 2023

Energy costs continue to climb, plus a 175-year Glen Rock tradition…

In this update: Resources available to help Pennsylvanians with rising energy costs ICYMI: Permitting reform key for Pennsylvania growth, will streamline access to government A Glen Rock tradition: 175 years strong Tune In: Pennsylvania Cable Network interview airs on Feb. 22 at 8 p.m. Medical assistance and CHIP recipients must submit for renewal Susquehanna SCORE […]  [Read More]

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