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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Cheering on Our Student Athletes
One of the best parts of this job is getting to cheer on so many talented young athletes in our community. On Tuesday, I joined the Boiling Springs High School girls’ golf team at their match at Mayapple in South Middleton Township.
Golf is unique because it brings multiple schools together, and I was also able to cheer on the Mechanicsburg Wildcats and Cumberland Valley Eagles. Congratulations to all the students who competed!
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Speaking with South Middleton Constituents
I was truly honored to have the opportunity to address township leaders and constituents in South Middleton Township last Friday. I provided an update about Children’s Lake in Boiling Springs.
Engaging directly with community members and local officials is one of the most important parts of this role, and I am grateful for the chance to listen, share updates, and work together on the issues that matter most to our community.
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Visit Our Legislative Table at These Upcoming Events!
The first week of September means we're gearing up for fall! Make sure you mark your calendars and visit our legislative tables at events around the district in the coming month!
Mt. Holly Springs 49th Annual Festival
Saturday, Sept. 20, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Chestnut Street, Mt. Holly Springs, PA 17065.
Upper Allen Township Fall Fest
Friday, Sept. 26, from 4-7 p.m., at Winding Hill Park, 901 E. Winding Hill Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055.
Silver Spring Township Fall Fest
Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Stony Ridge Park, 50 Bernheisel Bridge Road, Carlisle, PA 17015.
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Key Dates for Upcoming Election
The 2025 Municipal Election is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Municipal and school board positions will be on the ballot, along with statewide judicial elections. Voters will fill one open position each on the Commonwealth and Superior courts and consider retention of three Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices and two appellate court judges.
If you are not already registered to vote, the deadline to do so is Monday, Oct. 20. You may register in person at your county elections office, by mail or by visiting the state’s online voter registration website.
The last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot is Tuesday, Oct. 28. Completed ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
For more information about voting in the Commonwealth, including how to check your registration and voting location, visit www.vote.pa.gov.
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Be Prepared!
September is National Preparedness Month, and this year’s theme, “Preparedness Starts at Home,” focuses on getting back to the essentials.
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), there are four key actions you can take to prepare for any disaster:
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Know your risk: Know what could happen where you and your family live. Explore various types of disasters and emergencies on Ready.gov. |
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Build an emergency supply kit: Having enough food, water and medicine can help you stay safe and comfortable until help arrives. Find a list to help build your emergency supplies kit here. |
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Get involved in your community by taking action to prepare for emergencies: Emergencies can happen fast, and emergency responders aren’t always nearby. Consider taking first aid and CPR courses to help take care of your family, friends and neighbors. |
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DEP Accepting Applications for Environmental Education Projects
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Environmental Education Grants Program through Friday, Nov. 14.
Eligible applicants include public and private schools and universities, county conservation districts, nonprofit organizations and businesses. Projects must be implemented July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. There are three tiers of awards available: Seed Grants for projects up to $5,000; Grow Grants for projects between $5,001 and $30,000; and Impact Grants for projects between $30,001 and $65,000.
A free webinar about the program will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 23, from noon to 1 p.m. Registration for the webinar is required by Monday, Sept. 22.
Learn more about the grant program and how to apply here.
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PHEAA Announces Financial Aid Webinars
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is co-hosting several free financial aid webinars during September to guide college-bound students and their families in affording a higher education.
The webinar titled “Creating Your StudentAid.gov Account” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 6-7 p.m. Creating the account is necessary to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is expected to be available on Oct. 1.
The webinar titled “Searching for Scholarships” will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 6-7 p.m. and again on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from noon to 1 p.m.
To register for these webinars, and view a full schedule of future webinars, visit
www.pheaa.org/virtual.
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