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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
My wife Allie and I would like to extend the warmest Christmas and holiday wishes to you and your family. May you have a wonderful and safe season that is full of peace and cheer.
My district office hours may be limited during the holidays, so my hard-working team can spend time with loved ones. Please call ahead to be sure my offices are open.
Also, PennDOT Driver License Centers will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25, for Christmas Day and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, for New Year’s Day. Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website.
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Hosting Girl Scout Badge Classes and Award Winners
This week, I had the privilege of welcoming Girl Scout Silver Award winners from our community to my district office to commemorate their accomplishments and learn about their work to improve our community. I also had the pleasure of welcoming local Girl Scouts to my district office for two badge classes this week to teach them about state government. We discussed the legislative process and the administration of elections. The Scouts then worked through an exercise to put their knowledge to the test! I always enjoy the opportunity to speak with students about civics and look forward to hosting more classes in the future.
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Legislative Open House – Mechanicsburg District Office
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our District 87 Legislative Open House! It was so great connecting with constituents and giving them an inside look at the place where we work every day to serve and support our residents. Please check back to this newsletter weekly to find information regarding “Toast with Thomas” and other upcoming district events. I look forward to continuing our conversations and working for you all in the New Year.
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Christmas at the Capitol
The halls of the statehouse are officially decked for the holidays! The tree in the Rotunda will be lit daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Jan. 8. An additional tree, located outdoors on the Capitol steps, will be lit daily from 5 p.m. to midnight, also through Jan. 8. Stop by the Capitol and soak in the cheer of the festive season!
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Celebrate Agriculture at 109th Pennsylvania Farm Show
The Pennsylvania Farm Show – the country’s largest indoor agricultural exposition under one roof – kicks off Saturday, Jan. 4, in Harrisburg. The show will run through Saturday, Jan. 11.
This year’s theme is “Powering Pennsylvania,” which aims to highlight the vital role agriculture plays in the Commonwealth’s economy.
As always, the show will feature hundreds of competitions and exhibits, as well as animals and products related to the state’s robust agriculture industry. The annual showcase is a family-friendly event with lots to see and do; and don’t forget to stop by the famous food court for a taste of some Pennsylvania cuisine.
Admission to the show is free, but parking is $15 per vehicle. Shuttle service is provided.
For all the latest news about the Farm Show, follow it on Facebook or click here.
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Looking for Summer Work?
PennDOT is looking to hire college students to supplement its permanent workforce from May through August.
The job typically entails seasonal maintenance work and sign upgrade services, maintenance and custodial services at roadside rest facilities, and laboring and flagging duties in maintenance organizations and highway worksites.
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must be 18 years of age, enrolled in college for the next semester, and have a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
The hourly rate is $17. Interested applicants should contact my office before Friday, Jan. 17, and also apply online here.
Non-student summer positions may also be available.
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License Your Dog in 2025
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is reminding dog owners to license their pets for 2025.
All dogs three months of age and older are required to be licensed by Jan. 1 of each year. Dog owners may choose to purchase single year licenses or a lifetime license, if their dog has some form of permanent identification, such as a microchip or tattoo.
Single year licenses cost $8.70, while lifetime licenses cost $52.70. Senior citizens or people with disabilities may purchase a single year license for $6.70 or a lifetime license for $36.70.
Licenses are available for purchase through county treasurers. For additional information, including links to forms and a list of treasurers and their contact information, click here.
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Emergency Programs Can Save Lives
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is reminding residents of two voluntary programs aimed at saving the lives of residents in emergency situations. Participation in both programs is free of charge.
Under PennDOT’s Yellow Dot program participants fill out the program form with emergency contact, medical contact and medical information, insert it in the program’s folder and then place it in their vehicle’s glove compartment. A yellow dot sticker affixed to the rear window alerts emergency responders to the availability of information to help them provide better care to crash victims.
The Emergency Contact Information program offers Pennsylvania driver’s license and PennDOT-issued ID holders the opportunity to log into a secure database and list two emergency contacts. Participants can update their records as needed, but only law enforcement officials can view the information in the system. In the event of an emergency, law enforcement can use a participant’s ID to find his or her emergency contact information.
The Yellow Dot program is used only in vehicle crashes, but the Emergency Contact Information program can be used in other emergencies as well as crashes.
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