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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Honoring Our Local Heroes at the First Responders Dinner
We had a wonderful evening at the First Responders Dinner hosted at Citizens Fire Company in Mt. Holly Springs, where we gathered to honor the brave men and women who keep our community safe every day.
First responders and their families enjoyed a warm meal together before heading into their evening training sessions. It was a small gesture of gratitude for their tireless commitment and sacrifice.
It was a privilege to personally thank those who answer the call in moments of crisis and to recognize the families who support them behind the scenes. Their dedication, compassion, and courage are what make our community strong.
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Costco Celebrates Grand Opening in Mechanicsburg
There’s nothing quite like a 7:30 a.m. hot dog to kick off a grand opening! I was thrilled to join Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) and so many excited shoppers bright and early Thursday morning for the ribbon cutting of the new Costco in Mechanicsburg.
This is a big win for our local economy, creating new jobs, attracting investment, and giving residents another great place to shop right here in Cumberland County. Welcome to the neighborhood, Costco!
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Speaking at GHAR’s Government Affairs Committee
This past Monday, I had the opportunity to speak with members of the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors Government Affairs Committee about the issues impacting housing affordability and economic growth in our region.
It’s always valuable to hear directly from professionals on the front lines of the housing market as we work together to make Pennsylvania a more affordable place to live, work, and raise a family.
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Winding Creek Elementary Tours Capitol
It was a pleasure to welcome students from Winding Creek Elementary School to the state Capitol!
Their curiosity and enthusiasm made for a great visit as we explored Pennsylvania’s history, government, and the role each of us plays in shaping our community’s future.
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Save the Date for Upcoming Events!
Nov. 1 Veterans Breakfast
Nov. 3 Veterans Breakfast
RSVPs are requested for these events. Please call 717-975-2235 or visit www.RepKutz.com/Events to let us know you’re coming.
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Deadline Extended: Calling All Young Artists!
The Auditor General’s Office is hosting a statewide competition for Pennsylvania students in grades K–12 to design the cover of the new Be Money $mart activity book!
The book will feature fun, financial literacy focused activities like coloring pages, word searches, crosswords, and budgeting sheets. The winning artwork will appear on the cover, and the student will be recognized at the PA Farm Show. Plus, their class or school will win a visit from the Pennsylvania Auditor General!
Learn more and submit your design at paauditor.gov/take-action/be-money-smart/activitybook. The deadline for submissions has been extended to Nov. 14.
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Don’t Forget to ‘Fall Back’ Saturday Night
Daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2. Be sure to turn your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night.
It’s also a good time to check or change the batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in your home. In addition to regular battery changes, experts say the alarm devices should be replaced every 10 years to better ensure your safety.
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Powering the Mid-Atlantic
Our House Republican Policy Committee this week welcomed lawmakers from Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia for the first-ever multi-state policy hearing focused on restoring energy affordability and reliability across the Mid-Atlantic region.
The message from energy advocates and the region’s lawmakers was clear: We urgently need coordinated, commonsense reforms to our energy policies to ensure the stability of our electric grid and bring down the cost of energy for our residents and businesses. That includes leaving the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, improving permitting for new energy projects, and ensuring new generation is up and running before older facilities are taken offline.
A representative from PJM Interconnection, the regional transmission organization serving 67 million people across 13 states and the District of Columbia, outlined the challenges posed by accelerating energy demand, premature plant retirements and delays in new generation. He warned that, “without a significant course correction, the region could face a resource adequacy deficit by 2030 — or even sooner.” He emphasized that load growth from artificial intelligence, data centers and electrification is outpacing new generation and underscored the need for all resources — natural gas, coal, nuclear and renewables — to meet future demand.
We also heard testimony from Rob Jennings, American Petroleum Institute; Rachel Gleason, Pennsylvania Coal Alliance; Maddie Milam, Consumer Energy Alliance; and Elizabeth Stelle, Commonwealth Foundation.
Click here to watch the hearing.
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Election Day This Tuesday
This Tuesday, Nov. 4, is Election Day! Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Click here to verify your polling place for in-person voting.
Voters who have chosen to vote by mail-in or civilian absentee ballot must have those ballots back to their county Board of Elections no later than 8 p.m. on election day.
If you choose to deliver it in person, you can only return your own ballot, not anyone else’s. And no one can deliver your ballot on your behalf unless you are a voter with a disability and have designated someone, in writing, to deliver your ballot, or if you need an emergency absentee ballot. Click here for more frequently asked questions about elections from the Department of State.
More information about voting is available at www.vote.pa.gov.
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‘Tis the Season to Watch for Deer
With deer becoming increasingly active, and the end of daylight saving time soon to put more vehicles on the road when deer move most, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is reminding motorists to slow down and stay alert.
Pennsylvania again led the country in animal-collision insurance claims in Fiscal Year 2024-25. The Commonwealth’s drivers have a 1-in-62 chance of a vehicular accident involving a big game animal, one of the highest rates nationwide.
You can reduce your chances of collisions with deer by staying alert and better understanding deer behavior. Be especially alert in “Deer Crossing” areas, and remember deer tend to travel in family groups, so if you see one deer, more are likely coming.
To report a dead deer for removal from state roads, motorists can call the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation at 1-800-FIX-ROAD. If the deer is on a locally owned road, contact the appropriate municipality. More information for drivers who want to claim the deer should click here.
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