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Mobile Office Hours – Times & Locations! Dear Friends, May is Mammography Month, a time to recognize the importance of early detection and the role it plays in saving lives. Too many families have been touched by breast cancer, and I encourage the women in our community to take a moment this month to prioritize their health and schedule a mammogram. I also want to remind everyone that May 5 is the voter registration deadline for the upcoming election. Participating in our democracy is one of the most meaningful ways we can make our voices heard, and I hope you’ll take a moment to make sure you’re registered. Sincerely,
In This Update:
Senate Approves Legislation to Help Relieve PA Nurse Shortage
The Senate approved legislation, which I am proud to cosponsor, to help alleviate Pennsylvania’s nursing shortage by increasing the number of qualified nursing students. Senate Bill 998 would establish the Nurse Education Capacity Expansion Grant Program, aimed at increasing the number of qualified nursing students by providing targeted support to accredited nursing schools across Pennsylvania. Nursing education programs would have to meet key performance benchmarks, including strong graduation rates, high licensure exam pass rates and successful job placement outcomes. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives for consideration. Read more about Senate Bill 998 here. Grants Announced for Schwenksville Community Projects
Last week, my staff attended a check presentation at Schwenksville Borough to recognize recent grants secured in partnership with Rep. Matt Bradford. These funds will support Schwenksville’s community project to improve drinking water infrastructure and enhance pedestrian safety along the nearby Perkiomen Trail. I’m proud to work alongside my colleagues in Harrisburg to bring state funding back to the 24th District and support local priorities. $150,000 Secured for Iron Valley Trail in Boyertown
I was excited to join Building a Better Boyertown and community partners to celebrate $150,000 in state funding for the Iron Valley Trail project in Boyertown. This investment will support the acquisition of 7.39 acres in Colebrookdale Township, marking an important first step toward creating a trail that will one day connect to the Schuylkill River Trail and a broader regional network. Once complete, the site will become an ADA-compliant nature preserve with trail access, parking, picnic areas, restrooms, and other amenities for families to enjoy for years to come. Measures Reinforcing Commercial Vehicle Safety Approved by Committee
A package of bills to improve safety standards for commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders in Pennsylvania was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee. The measures are the result of a committee fact-finding hearing in December, which revealed deficiencies and loopholes involving criminal illegal migrants. The hearing was prompted by a fatal crash in the state of Indiana involving a Pennsylvania-issued, non-domiciled CDL held by a citizen of Kyrgyzstan. The package includes the following bills:
The bills now go to the full Senate for consideration. Hearing on Resource Adequacy, Energy Market, Barriers to New PA Power Generation
Continuing efforts to ensure Pennsylvania families and employers have access to reliable, affordable electricity, the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee held a public hearing to examine the latest energy market conditions and barriers to new power generation in the commonwealth. The panel heard from testifiers representing the regional power grid, PJM, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and others. ReliabilityFirst, which is responsible for ensuring the dependability and security of the regional bulk power system, projected risk to grid reliability could come in 2029 instead of in the early 2030s as previously projected. The surge of demand from data centers and the need for more skilled infrastructure workers were also discussed. You can view written testimony and the hearing video here. Capitol Visit with Chris and Ann Budenz
I was pleased to welcome Chris Budenz and his wife, Ann, to Harrisburg for a visit to the State Capitol. Chris serves as Executive Vice President and Assistant Secretary at H&K Group, Inc., a company based in my district, and it was great to have the opportunity to spend time together while they were in Harrisburg. I enjoyed giving them a tour of the Capitol and sharing more about the work we are doing here in the Commonwealth. I always value the chance to meet with members of our local business community and hear directly from those who help drive our region’s economy. Calling All Women Veterans: Be Part of This Year’s Commemoration
I’m excited to announce my 4th Annual Women Veterans Day Commemoration at the Capitol on June 10, 2026. As part of this special event, I am inviting women veterans from across Pennsylvania to share their reflections on “What Service Means to Me.” This is an opportunity to highlight the experiences, sacrifices, and perspectives of the women who have served our nation. Selected reflections may be featured as part of this year’s commemoration as we honor the contributions of women veterans throughout the Commonwealth. To learn more and to submit your reflection, please visit here. You’re Invited: Unclaimed Property Day in Montgomery County
In partnership with the Pennsylvania Treasury, I will host Unclaimed Property Day in the 24th District to help residents locate and find unclaimed assets. Hundreds of thousands of dollars remain unclaimed locally, and this event is an opportunity for residents to recover funds that may belong to them. The event will be held on Monday, May 11, 2026, at two locations:
My staff, along with representatives from the Pennsylvania Treasury, will assist residents in searching the Treasury’s unclaimed property database. Claims under $500 may be processed on-site, while larger claims may require additional documentation and follow-up after the event. Residents are encouraged to bring information for themselves or family members who may have unclaimed property. Learn more and register here. May 4 is the Deadline to Register to Vote in the Primary Election
This Monday, May 4 is the deadline to register to vote in the May 19 primary election. You can register to vote online, by mail or at several government agencies. To register to vote in Pennsylvania, you must:
Learn more about registering to vote here. Check if you’re registered to vote here. Mammo May: Early Detection Saves Lives
May is Mammography Month in Pennsylvania. It’s an opportunity to spread the word that early detection of breast cancer through mammograms saves lives. This PA Breast Cancer Coalition resource page walks you through the steps of the mammogram process. Mammograms are available at no cost in Pennsylvania. If you haven’t yet, use Mammography May to schedule your mammogram and please spread the word to the women in your life. |
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