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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Remembering 9/11
It was an honor and humbling experience to attend two ceremonies to remember those that perished on that tragic day 23 years ago, and honor our local law enforcement, first responders and our veterans. We reflect not on the carnage, but on the courage… Not on the terrorism, but on the heroism… Not on our vulnerability, but on our resilience. Here are just a few photos, but you can also check out my Facebook and Instagram pages for more.
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Concealed Carry a Success
We had an excellent turnout last Thursday for our first Concealed Carry Seminar.
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Around the 139th
We all know that the 139th is a well-known tourist and travel destination. I recently paid a visit to Woodloch Resort & Spa for a tour of the facility and grounds. Woodloch, owned and operated by the Kiesendahl family for many decades, is home to a top five rated spa in the nation and employes more than 1,200 individuals. Later this month, I will be welcoming my House colleagues to a policy committee hearing at Woodloch to discuss the travel and tourism industry. I’m proud to showcase our beautiful area and all that it offers.
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Hearing Highlights Solutions to Combat Stalking
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, stalking impacts one in three women and one in six men in the United States. The House Republican Policy Committee recently convened a hearing to raise awareness of the crime and identify legal blind spots that hinder law enforcement’s ability to intervene.
The hearing, titled “Protecting Victims: Solutions to Combat Stalking,” was held in Bucks County and featured testimony from local law enforcement officers, as well as a victim advocate and domestic violence survivor.
All expressed the need to ensure state law allows police and prosecutors to protect victims and intervene on their behalf, and make sure perpetrators are held accountable for their actions. Click here to watch the complete hearing.
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Boating Facility Grant Program
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is seeking applications for the next round of Boating Facility Grants to help communities capitalize on the surge in new boating activity.
The Boating Facility Grant Program provides grants for planning, acquisition, development, expansion and rehabilitation of public boating facilities located on the waters of the Commonwealth. Funding requests require a 50% match.
The PFBC encourages townships, boroughs, and municipal and county governments to apply. Nonprofit groups, including land trusts, conservancies and watershed associations, are also eligible to apply. Private businesses and service clubs are not eligible for direct funding but are encouraged to partner with their local county or municipality.
The deadline to apply is Saturday, Nov. 30. More information is available here.
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911 Text Service Available in All Counties
The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency is reminding citizens you can now text 9-1-1 in any county across the Commonwealth.
Texting 9-1-1 is as simple as texting a friend. Type 9-1-1 in the “to” field and explain what is happening in your text. Include your location.
Texting 9-1-1 is ideal if the person trying to report the emergency is deaf, hard of hearing or has a speech disability; is having an emergency and cannot talk on the phone; is in a situation in which it is not safe to call 9-1-1.
PEMA recommends calling if at all possible, as it provides background sounds and context clues to aid operators and emergency responders. But if you can’t call, texting is the next best thing.
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Be Prepared!
September is National Preparedness Month (NPM), and this year the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is placing special focus on the importance of starting the conversation about disasters that could occur where you live or work.
Talking about potential emergencies can help everyone take the steps necessary to prepare, such as:
Learn more about potential hazards and how to prepare for them at www.ready.gov.
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