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Mobile Office Hours – Locations & Times Dear Friends, As many of you know, I have offices in both Red Hill and Harrisburg to assist with a variety of state-related matters. However, I understand that visiting these locations may not always be convenient. To better serve you, I also offer Mobile Office Hours at eight locations throughout the 24th District. These mobile offices provide an opportunity for constituents to receive assistance closer to home. If you need help with any state issue, please feel free to stop by or schedule an appointment—we are here to help. Details for each of the eight Mobile Office Hour locations can be found in the article below. Sincerely, In this Update:
Malicious Deepfake Scams Targeted by New LawI’m proud to share that my legislation, Senate Bill 649, was signed into law this week as Act 35 of 2025. This new law takes aim at the growing threat of deepfake scams and digital impersonation by classifying them as digital forgeries, now punishable under Pennsylvania law. With artificial intelligence making it easier than ever to create fake but convincing videos, audio, and images, bad actors have used these tools to scam seniors, mislead voters, and damage reputations. This law gives law enforcement the authority to act—while protecting free speech, including satire and parody. Act 35 ensures that creating and sharing a fake digital likeness of someone, with the intent to harm or defraud, is no longer just unethical—it’s illegal. This is a strong step forward in protecting our communities and making sure our laws keep pace with rapidly advancing technology. Full release here. Now Law: Strengthening the Military Family Education ProgramAct 32 of 2025, legislation I introduced alongside Senator Lindsey Williams, has been signed into law! This new law strengthens the Military Family Education Program (MFEP)—Pennsylvania’s version of the GI Bill—by allowing Pennsylvania National Guard members who re-enlist to extend education benefits to more of their dependents. As a U.S. Army veteran, I understand firsthand the sacrifices made not just by our service members, but by their families. This law recognizes their shared commitment and ensures they have greater access to educational opportunities. Act 32 is an investment in military families and in Pennsylvania’s future. Full release here. Protecting Our Children: Sex Offender Registry Loophole Closed Pennsylvania took a huge step forward in efforts to protect children from sexual abuse in youth sports and nonprofit programs with legislation that was passed by the Senate and signed into law. Act 22 of 2025 adds the crime of sexual assault by a sports official, volunteer or employee of a nonprofit association as a Tier II offense under the state’s Sexual Offender Registration and Notification Act. Without the change, a conviction for this crime did not require sexual offender registration – a gap that left children and families at risk. Pennsylvania Officially Joins Three Health Care Licensure CompactsAs of this week, Pennsylvania has now fully joined the Interstate Medical Licensure, Nurse Licensure and Physical Therapy Licensure compacts, allowing doctors, nurses and physical therapists to practice across state lines more easily – meaning out-of-state practitioners can begin working in the commonwealth within days instead of months. In addition to these licensure compacts, Pennsylvania also participates in the previously established Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact. Following compacts’ success, the Senate is actively engaged in passing other compacts to further support license mobility, address health care staffing shortages and improve access to care for patients across the commonwealth. Mobile Office Hours Across the 24th DistrictTo better serve constituents throughout the 24th District, my office offers Mobile Office Hours at eight convenient locations. Whether you need assistance with state-related matters or have questions, please feel free to visit during the scheduled times or schedule an appointment. The full schedule of locations and times is provided below. We’re committed to providing you with the support and resources you need. Montgomery County Montgomery County Community College – Pottstown Campus North Wales Borough Municipal Building Skippack Township Building Towamencin Township Municipal Building Trappe Borough Municipal Building Berks County Amity Township Municipal Building Bally Borough Municipal Building Longswamp Township Municipal Building Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Application Deadline Extended to Dec. 31The deadline to file for the state Property Tax Rent/Rebate Program has been extended to Dec. 31, 2025, allowing eligible older adults and people with disabilities age 18 and older more time to apply for rebates on property taxes and rent paid. The maximum eligible income is $46,520 and the maximum rebates range from $380 to $1,000 depending on the income level of the homeowner or renter. Check income, age and other eligibility details here. Treasurer Stacy Garrity recently announced that 423,092 Property Tax/Rent Rebate payments totaling $256 million were sent to eligible Pennsylvanians on July 1. Please contact my office if you need help filling out your application. Summer Boating in PAIf you’re putting your boat in the water this summer, it’s a good idea to reacquaint yourself with Pennsylvania boating regulations, safety courses and other information from the state Fish and Boat Commission to help you build outdoor memories. Boating Basics explores knowledge, equipment and understanding of the requirements necessary for boat use in Pennsylvania. Boating Regulations covers rules all boaters should know (including those governing life jackets.) There’s also information on general Boating Safety and applying for a Boating Safety Education Certificate and Course. Operation Safe Driver WeekYou can expect some increased enforcement of traffic laws during Operation Safe Driver Week July 13-19. The purpose of the week is to reduce reckless, careless, or dangerous driving for both commercial and passenger vehicles. Targeted behaviors include speeding, distracted driving, following too closely, improper lane changes, failure to obey traffic devices, not using seat belts, and drunk or drugged driving. Drivers exhibiting dangerous behavior may receive a citation or warning, with increased enforcement on major routes.
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