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E-news Updates – February 16, 2025
In this Update: Budget Hearings Begin Next Week to Examine Shapiroโs Unrealistic Spending Plan Senate Votes to Strengthen Penalties for Harming PA Public Transit Operators Bill Ensuring Great Care at State Veteransโ Homes Passes Senate Senate Passes Bill Providing Military Benefits to Korean Americans Who Served in Vietnam Emergency Alerts Keep You Safe and Prepared […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – February 9, 2025
In this Update: Shapiro Presents Unrealistic Spending Plan Bill Repealing RGGI Electricity Tax Receives Senate Support Senate Supports Bill to Combat High Egg Prices, HPAI Bill to Exempt Newer Vehicles from Emissions Testing Passes Senate Trout Stocking Schedule Announced Recognizing National Cancer Prevention Month Shapiro Presents Unrealistic Spending Plan On Tuesday, Gov. Josh Shapiro presented […] [Read More]
Stefano Reacts to Shapiroโs Budget Address: Itโs Like Groundhog Day
Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) expressed concern following the unveiling of Gov. Josh Shapiroโs 2025-26 budget plan today: [Read More]
E-news Updates – February 2, 2025
In this Update: Pennsylvanians Deserve the Truth about Electricity Costs Senate Acts to Fight Waste, Fraud and Abuse in Public Assistance Programs Bill Enabling World Cup Team Doctors to Practice in PA Receives Senate Support New Law Conveniently Returns Money to Pennsylvanians Game Commission Provides Avian Influenza Information Recognizing National School Choice Week Pennsylvanians Deserve […] [Read More]
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As a part of Pennsylvania Fair Queen Advocacy Day, local county fair queens journeyed to the capitol to discuss agricultural issues with their legislators. ๐ It was great to spend time with the three fair queens from the 32nd District: Olivia Sewalk, Bedford County; Haylee Bill, Fayette County and Sydney Walker, Somerset County.

As a part of Pennsylvania Fair Queen Advocacy Day, local county fair queens journeyed to the capitol to discuss agricultural issues with their legislators. ๐ It was great to spend time with the three fair queens from the 32nd District: Olivia Sewalk, Bedford County; Haylee Bill, Fayette County and Sydney Walker, Somerset County.
๐ This week is National School Bus Safety Week. ๐
Congratulations to Evalyn Regetta of Stoystown who captured second place in Division 2 of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)`s School Bus Safety Week Poster Contest! ๐จ A student of North Star Middle School, Evalyn was selected as one of 10 young artists from across the commonwealth to have her poster displayed at the Pennsylvania State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg this week. She developed her poster to illustrate this yearโs theme of โDriving Safely into the Future.โ
Great work, Evalyn! ๐ฅ

๐ This week is National School Bus Safety Week. ๐
Congratulations to Evalyn Regetta of Stoystown who captured second place in Division 2 of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)`s School Bus Safety Week Poster Contest! ๐จ A student of North Star Middle School, Evalyn was selected as one of 10 young artists from across the commonwealth to have her poster displayed at the Pennsylvania State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg this week. She developed her poster to illustrate this yearโs theme of โDriving Safely into the Future.โ
Great work, Evalyn! ๐ฅ
Thank you to those who attended yesterday`s senior expo at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus! It was great to see more than 300 of you come together to learn about the variety of resources that Fayette County, PA has to offer.
๐ฉบ We especially appreciate the Penn State Fayette nursing students who provided blood pressure tests and health screenings to our attendees.

Thank you to those who attended yesterday`s senior expo at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus! It was great to see more than 300 of you come together to learn about the variety of resources that Fayette County, PA has to offer.
๐ฉบ We especially appreciate the Penn State Fayette nursing students who provided blood pressure tests and health screenings to our attendees.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ๐ Each year, the @pabreastcancer turns the capitol fountain pink to raise awareness and show support for every life that has been touched by breast cancer.
With the passage of Act 1 of 2023, ensuring that Pennsylvanians see no out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic breast imaging, the commonwealth has become a national leader in early detection for breast cancer. One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and early detection has a 99% 5-year survival rate, so consistent mammograms are essential.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ๐ Each year, the @pabreastcancer turns the capitol fountain pink to raise awareness and show support for every life that has been touched by breast cancer.
With the passage of Act 1 of 2023, ensuring that Pennsylvanians see no out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic breast imaging, the commonwealth has become a national leader in early detection for breast cancer. One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and early detection has a 99% 5-year survival rate, so consistent mammograms are essential.
It is an honor to have a hand in preserving history and it was a great privilege to celebrate the designation of the Leroy Freeman Berkebile Memorial Bridge.
As a Somerset County native, Captain Berkebile left behind a remarkable legacy of bravery and service. May future generations see this bridge and remember his inspiring story.

It is an honor to have a hand in preserving history and it was a great privilege to celebrate the designation of the Leroy Freeman Berkebile Memorial Bridge.
As a Somerset County native, Captain Berkebile left behind a remarkable legacy of bravery and service. May future generations see this bridge and remember his inspiring story.
Last week, Connellsville honored Edwin S. Porter: a world-renowned film maker and visionary who revolutionized cinema with his groundbreaking techniques and storytelling. ๐ฅ๐
Connellsville Mayor Greg Lincoln declared September 6, 2024 as "Edwin S. Porter Day" in the city as Porter became the latest inductee to Fayette County Hometown Legends. The hometown legends sign now sits outside of the community center theater named in his honor, where the first Porter Film Fest was held throughout the weekend.

Last week, Connellsville honored Edwin S. Porter: a world-renowned film maker and visionary who revolutionized cinema with his groundbreaking techniques and storytelling. ๐ฅ๐
Connellsville Mayor Greg Lincoln declared September 6, 2024 as "Edwin S. Porter Day" in the city as Porter became the latest inductee to Fayette County Hometown Legends. The hometown legends sign now sits outside of the community center theater named in his honor, where the first Porter Film Fest was held throughout the weekend.
Thank you to those who made our Bedford County senior expo possible!
It was a great morning connecting older constituents with local resources they can benefit from. I truly appreciate the work of all of our exhibitors and sponsors that made this event a great success.

Thank you to those who made our Bedford County senior expo possible!
It was a great morning connecting older constituents with local resources they can benefit from. I truly appreciate the work of all of our exhibitors and sponsors that made this event a great success.
Yesterday, I visited the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville to join others in reflecting on the bravery and sacrifice of those 40 passengers who selflessly gave their lives to prevent further tragedy 23 years ago. May their courage always be remembered.

Yesterday, I visited the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville to join others in reflecting on the bravery and sacrifice of those 40 passengers who selflessly gave their lives to prevent further tragedy 23 years ago. May their courage always be remembered.
Every year, Rita Rosensteel, Kelly Linko and Glenda McLaughlin host a special needs prom where students/adults of all ages have their night to shine. ๐ So many compassionate individuals and organizations came together to produce a night to remember with cookie tables, elaborate decorations, photos and of course, dancing.
Thank you ladies for putting together this fantastic annual event!

Every year, Rita Rosensteel, Kelly Linko and Glenda McLaughlin host a special needs prom where students/adults of all ages have their night to shine. ๐ So many compassionate individuals and organizations came together to produce a night to remember with cookie tables, elaborate decorations, photos and of course, dancing.
Thank you ladies for putting together this fantastic annual event!
I`m honored to have received the Western Pennsylvania Firemen`s Association`s annual "Political Award" at their 131th Convention in Fairchance. ๐
Our firefighters and first responders are the bedrock of safety in our communities. It is imperative that these heroes are well-supported and I`m committed to ensuring that they have the resources they need to continue to protect our neighbors.

I`m honored to have received the Western Pennsylvania Firemen`s Association`s annual "Political Award" at their 131th Convention in Fairchance. ๐
Our firefighters and first responders are the bedrock of safety in our communities. It is imperative that these heroes are well-supported and I`m committed to ensuring that they have the resources they need to continue to protect our neighbors.

