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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Thank You for Joining Us at Our Legislative Open House
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Legislative Open House at Three Pines Tavern in Mt. Holly Springs last night!
It was a great opportunity to connect in a more informal setting, answer questions, and hear directly about the issues that matter most to you. I hope everyone who attended had the chance to ask the questions they came with, and left feeling truly informed about what’s happening in Harrisburg.
Conversations like these are invaluable, and I appreciate you taking the time to be engaged and involved. I look forward to continuing the dialogue and seeing many of you again soon.
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Discussing Key Issues During a Chamber Forum
I had a great start to the morning on Wednesday discussing key issues facing our region and what we’re doing in Harrisburg to address them; especially when it comes to making homeownership more attainable for the next generation.
As one of the younger members of the General Assembly, I know firsthand how challenging today’s housing market can be. That’s why I’ve introduced legislation aimed at helping first-time homebuyers overcome some of the biggest financial barriers to purchasing a home. From savings tools to targeted tax relief, these proposals are focused on making it easier for young families and working professionals to plant roots right here in Pennsylvania.
We must prioritize policies that make it possible to live, work, and raise a family in our communities, and housing affordability is central to that mission.
Thank you to my colleagues for participating in the discussion and thank you to the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC for hosting us!
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Big 33 Teams Announced
Early Friday morning, the Big 33 Football Classic announced its official team rosters, and I couldn’t be more excited to celebrate these outstanding student athletes.
Congratulations to all the players and cheerleaders selected to represent Pennsylvania and Maryland in one of the most prestigious high school all-star games in the nation. This is an incredible accomplishment and a testament to your hard work, discipline, and dedication.
The 2026 Big 33 Game will be played at Cumberland Valley High School on May 24, right here in the 87th District. You won’t want to miss this exciting event as we showcase some of the very best talent in high school football.
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Pedestrian Safety Grant Awarded to Silver Spring Township
This week, Silver Spring Township was awarded $148,946 through Pennsylvania’s Automated Red Light Enforcement (ARLE) Grant Program to enhance pedestrian safety at signalized intersections throughout the township.
The funding will be used to upgrade pedestrian infrastructure at all eligible signalized intersections, including the installation of high-visibility longitudinal bar crosswalks. These improvements are designed to increase visibility for drivers and pedestrians, reduce crashes, and promote safer travel for residents and visitors.
This investment is a major step toward improving safety and accessibility for everyone in Silver Spring Township. High-visibility crosswalks make a real difference in preventing accidents and ensuring pedestrians can cross safely in high traffic areas. I am proud to advocate for project funding that supports the growing communities here in Cumberland County.
The ARLE Grant Program supports projects that improve traffic safety and mobility across Pennsylvania.
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Save the Dates for My Upcoming Events
Residents of the 87th District are welcome to join us for a number of events my office will be hosting in the coming weeks. To RSVP for events (unless otherwise noted), please call my office at 717-975-2235 or visit RepKutz.com/Events.
Events are free of charge and open to all residents of the 87th District.
Farmers Breakfast
Telephone Town Hall
Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance Program
Damaged License Plate Event
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Community Document Shredding Events
My office is hosting two free community document shredding events to give residents a safe and secure way to dispose of personal documents. Both events are open to residential customers only and include a four-box or bag limit per household. Staples are accepted; please remove paperclips and binder clips.
RSVP is not required.
Mechanicsburg District Office
South Middleton Township Office
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Helping to Address PA’s Declining Workforce
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is now accepting Grow PA Grant Program applications for the 2026-27 school year. Established by Act 89 of 2024, Grow PA is designed to address Pennsylvania’s declining workforce and the need to fill certain in-demand occupations.
The maximum award is $5,000 for qualified students and may be received for a maximum of four years. Here’s a link to more information including an application.
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PA House Archives Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives is getting in on the nation’s semiquincentennial celebration with the opening of a new exhibit titled “Keystone of America.”
The exhibit explores the 1826, 1876, 1926, and 1976 celebrations and Pennsylvania’s role in each of the anniversaries. It specifically highlights memorabilia from the 1976 bicentennial, which was held in Philadelphia. The exhibit is open through the end of 2026.
The PA House Archives is located in Room 628 Irvis Office Building in the Capitol Complex in Harrisburg. It is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Click here to learn more.
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House Archives Internship Opportunity
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives Internship Program is currently accepting applications for the summer 2026 semester.
The 13-week internship is based at the Pennsylvania State Capitol. Interns work with archivists and learn several facets of the job, including processing paper collections, crafting exhibits for display in the Capitol Complex, conducting research for inquiries and more. Interns gain a better understanding of the PA House of Representatives and its members through opportunities such as meet-and-greets with various public officials and staff, as well as tours of some of the Commonwealth’s historic public spaces.
At the time of the internship, students must be attending a college or university in Pennsylvania OR be a resident of Pennsylvania; be a second-semester junior, senior or graduate student; and have a GPA of at least 3.0.
For more information or to fill out the application, click here. Applications are due by Sunday, March 1.
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PGC Seeks Help for Winter Turkey Survey
The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) is asking for the public’s help finding turkey flocks to trap for ongoing projects. Pennsylvanians are encouraged to report the location of any turkey flocks they see across the state. Information is being collected online here through March 15.
Among other things, visitors to that webpage are asked to provide the date of the sighting, the location and the type of land (public, private or unknown) where birds are seen.
Trapping turkeys during winter is part of the commission's ongoing population monitoring, and it provides information for large-scale turkey studies.
Read more here.
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PennDOT Hosts Highway Safety Survey
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking input from Pennsylvanians on traffic safety and driving behaviors through an online survey open now through Feb. 28 at www.pa.gov/dotsafety.
The voluntary survey covers several topics, including seat belt use, impaired driving, speeding and distracted driving, as well as bicycle, pedestrian and motorcycle safety. It takes approximately five minutes to complete.
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Driver License Centers Close for Presidents Day Holiday
PennDOT’s driver license and photo centers will be closed Saturday, Feb. 14, through Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents Day.
Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT's Driver and Vehicle Services website.
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