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| District and Legislative Update |
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The latest news from the State Capitol |
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| Peters Township SROs Earn Recognition |
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Congratulations Peters Township Police Department for earning the Model Agency Award from the National Association of School Resource Officers! They are only one of 11 agencies across North America to receive this recognition.
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| Pennsylvania Growth and Affordability Plan Unveiled |
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I joined a group of colleagues in unveiling a 10-bill legislative package this week aimed at lowering costs for families, strengthening the state’s economic climate and ensuring Pennsylvania remains a competitive state in which to live, work and do business.
The Pennsylvania Growth and Affordability Plan (GAP) comes in response to growing pressures on Pennsylvanians as we face rising costs for everyday essentials, including groceries, utilities, childcare and housing.
The GAP package includes targeted tax relief, measures to reduce energy and housing costs, support for working parents, and reforms aimed at strengthening business competitiveness. For example, one of the bills would lower the Personal Income Tax (PIT) in two phases and trigger an automatic refund when state surpluses, apart from the Rainy Day Fund, exceed $1 billion.
The bill I am working on exempts fitness equipment, sports and recreation equipment and fitness technology items from the Sales and Use Tax. I took this issue on because a healthier population means healthier communities. Making preventative healthcare more affordable and available improves quality of life while providing massive savings in healthcare and insurance costs as individuals who age healthier will need less care over the course of their lifetimes.
The bills are currently being circulated for co-sponsorships.
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| Calling All Veterans |
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Reflecting on last year’s Veterans Breakfast, I am delighted to invite you and a guest to join us this year, Friday, Oct. 30, 9 – 11 a.m. at St. Clair Country Club located at 2300 Old Washington Road, Upper St. Clair. Registration is required and can be done by calling 724-942-2045.
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| ChalleNGe Academy Available to PA Teens |
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The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs’ Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy is now accepting applications for its first class of 2027, which begins in January. There is no tuition cost to attend, and meals, housing, uniforms and school supplies are provided at no charge. Pennsylvania teens between 16 and 18 will have the opportunity to advance their academics and learn leadership skills in the program, and upon completion will begin a year long, post residential plan that includes ongoing education, military service or full-time employment. Click here for more information.
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| October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month |
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a time to honor the strength of those who have faced breast cancer, support those currently navigating it, and remember those we’ve lost. It’s also a reminder of how important early detection is.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, except for skin cancers. It accounts for about 30% (or one in three) of all new female cancers each year. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, second only to lung cancer.
The pink fountain is also a reminder to all women of the importance of mammograms and early detection. People with low to moderate income who are uninsured or underinsured and meet certain age requirements may qualify for testing through the Pennsylvania Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. To learn about the program and eligibility, click here.
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| Congratulations to Troop 1313’s Newest Eagle Scouts |
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Congratulations to Troop 1313 Eagle Scouts Russell Riberich, Wyatt Smith and Owen Tomnay, who recently attained this prestigious rank. This achievement speaks volumes, and you each have given back to our community in wonderful ways.
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| Be Smart Activity Book Contest for Students! |
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This October, we’re joining the Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General to celebrate Financial Planning Month!
Students in grades K-12 can participate in the department’s Be Money $mart Activity Book Cover Contest. Create a drawing or design and submit it for consideration by Oct. 30. The winning submission will be announced by the auditor general at the end of the month!
Learn more, access templates and participate here.
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