PA Senate e-newsletters
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, On Tuesday, Governor Shapiro signed an executive order putting some guardrails around data center development. It incorporates several protections I have been advocating for over the past year, including requiring developers to address their enormous water and electricity demands, paying the full cost of the power and […] [Read More]
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) programs provide thousands of low- and middle-income students with access to educational opportunities at faith-based and private schools. I believe we should continue exploring opportunities to bring additional education funding to Pennsylvania. One promising […] [Read More]
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, Recently, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) made an announcement to temporarily classify 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH)—a powerful compound associated with kratom as a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The temporary designation would last two years initially; and potentially one additional year while […] [Read More]
In this Update: State Budget Supports Veterans and Their Families New Law Connects Families of Deceased Services Members with Support Honoring Veterans with Visual Impairments with a Capitol Monument Addressing Veteran Homelessness VA and Steak ‘N Shake Promote Veterans Benefits Free Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses for Blind Veterans No-Cost TSA Precheck for Eligible Veterans State […] [Read More]
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, When I first joined the U.S. Army, I served as a medic. It was a very rewarding and challenging position. Today, as a state Senator, one of my top priorities is helping the men and women who work in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ensuring they have […] [Read More]
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! In this Update: Senators Call for Immediate Action on Second-Degree Murder Sentencing Before Court Deadline Tremendous Win for Private Property Rights Standing Up for Rape Crisis Services Protecting Our Communities from Child Predators and Human Trafficking Investing in the Future of PA College Students Honoring Veterans with Visual […] [Read More]
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, Yesterday, the Pennsylvania Senate and House of Representatives voted for a budget that respects taxpayers, expands educational opportunities, and protects our most vulnerable citizens. Over the past several months, we have worked extremely hard to create a responsible spending plan that protects taxpayers, prevents new tax […] [Read More]
In this Update: Displaying the POW/MIA Flag at Public Schools PA Guard Military Family Education Program Beware of the “Veterans Savings Program” Postcard Scam Posting of Veterans’ Benefits Veteran Benefits Assistance Veteran Burial Benefits National Parks Military Lifetime Pass Displaying the POW/MIA Flag at Public Schools In June, the Senate unanimously passed my legislation, Senate […] [Read More]
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, Happy Fourth of July! As we celebrate America’s 250th year, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and vision of the patriots who founded our nation. May we always cherish the blessings of freedom, uphold the values that unite us, and work together to ensure the American Dream […] [Read More]
Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, I’m pleased to share that this week I voted to help Pennsylvanians reduce their monthly electric bills by supporting House Bill 1667, which eliminates the Gross Receipts Tax on electricity. This change will return nearly $2 billion to families’ pockets across the Commonwealth. The measure also […] [Read More]
