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Mobile Office Hours – Locations & Times Dear Friends, As students head back to school, I’m reminded how important it is to support both kids and families. Thanks to everyone who donated to our Back-to-School Drive, your generosity helped ensure local students have the supplies they need to start the school year strong. Attendance is also key to student success. That’s why I’ve introduced Senate Bill 984; a new proposal aimed at helping schools and families tackle truancy. You can read more about it in the article below. Sincerely,
In this Update:
Addressing Truancy in Pennsylvania Schools
In recent years, Pennsylvania has seen a troubling drop in school attendance, falling from 85% to just 78%. This decline represents more than just missed days in the classroom; it signals an educational crisis with long-term consequences for our students and communities. That’s why I’ve introduced Senate Bill 984, a measure designed to tackle truancy by strengthening accountability for parents, students, and schools, requiring better data-sharing between districts and cyber schools, supporting early intervention services for families, and providing tools for courts to address chronic absenteeism. Every missed day of school means a missed opportunity to learn, grow, and prepare for the future. This bill takes a balanced approach, addressing the root causes of truancy while ensuring schools and families have the resources they need to keep children in the classroom. By working together, we can ensure Pennsylvania students succeed, both now and in the years ahead. Read more here. Fish & Boat Commission Encourages Safe Boating and Fishing Even After Labor Day
There’s still plenty of time to enjoy Pennsylvania’s lakes, rivers, and streams. Cooler temperatures, lighter crowds, and colorful foliage make it one of the best times of year to get outside. The PFBC emphasizes wearing a life jacket while on the water, following Pennsylvania boating laws and regulations, checking weather conditions before heading out, practicing safe boating speeds, being aware of other watercraft, and keeping fishing and boating equipment in good condition. By taking simple precautions, everyone can enjoy Pennsylvania’s waterways safely throughout the season. For more safety information and resources, visit here. Mobile Office Hours Across the 24th District
To 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 National Crime Prevention Week: Protecting Pennsylvanians from AI-Driven Crime
September 1–7 is National Crime Prevention Week, a reminder of the work we’re doing to keep families safe. As new technology creates new risks, I’ve championed legislation to strengthen protections and hold offenders accountable. We passed SB 1213, now Act 125 of 2024, which criminalizes sexual deepfakes and classifies AI-generated images of minors as child sexual abuse material. This law is already making an impact — earlier this year, the Attorney General announced the first charges under this statute against a York County man. SB 806 strengthens consumer protections by requiring clear disclaimers whenever AI-generated content is used to market goods, while SB 649, now Act 35 of 2025, creates a new offense for harmful deepfakes with stronger penalties when they are used in fraud or theft schemes. We also passed SB 568, which requires social media companies to remove non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours of a report. These efforts ensure Pennsylvania is leading the way in tackling the challenges of AI while safeguarding children, consumers, and our democracy. Eliminating Waste and Fraud in State Government
Reforming the way state government operates includes removing barriers to creating good jobs and preventing fraud and waste of taxpayer dollars. This year, we passed legislation to implement stricter oversight to block regulations that will cost employers or taxpayers more than $1 million, and require automatic review of these kinds of regulations after three years to ensure they remain in the public interest. Other bills passed by the Senate require the Department of Human Services to prevent fraud in public assistance, prevent dead people from receiving benefits and ensure unemployment compensation benefits don’t go to claimants who try to avoid work. To reduce the risk of data breaches in taxpayer-funded systems, we passed legislation requiring all state IT contracts to meet national cybersecurity standards. You can review all the notable bills we’ve passed in 2025 here. Jobs Available with PennDOT’s Winter Maintenance Program
The coming end of summer means job opportunities for those with the skills to maintain and clear Pennsylvania’s roadways in the winter with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). Positions and hourly pay include CDL equipment operator ($23), dispatcher ($17.38), diesel and automotive mechanic ($24.97 – $28.37 based on title), tradesman helper and semi-skilled laborer ($18.46), and more. These temporary positions could be a pathway to a permanent PennDOT career. You can find more background information and links to job openings here. Help for Caregivers: PA CareKit
Caring for a loved one is a selfless act that strengthens family bonds but can be difficult for the caregiver. The PA CareKit can be a great help. From the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, the PA CareKit is a collection of tools and information to help you manage stress, navigate the health care system, stay connected and find support. Topics include the First Five Steps, Understanding Your Needs, Key Caregiving Terms and Concepts, and Caregiving Resources. If you’re a caregiver, I hope you find this information useful for this challenging but lifechanging role. Learn Skills with the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps
Residents ages 15 to 25 can learn new skills, gain job experience and improve public lands with the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps. Skills-building and training opportunities include infrastructure maintenance, habitat restoration, CPR and first aid and more. Interested individuals can learn how to get paid fixing trails, planting trees and more here.
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