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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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District Video Spotlights are Back!
After a brief hiatus, our District Video Spotlight Series is back – just in time for fall! First stop: Kim & Andrew’s Farm Market!
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District Highlights
Be sure to check out my Facebook page for a recap of District happenings, including congratulating Lukan's Farm Resort on 75 years of business!
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Upcoming District Events
I hope to see you at my Senior Expos. Take note of the dates AND times for each event!
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Just Say ‘No’ to More Government Overreach
I’m calling on the Shapiro administration to withdraw proposed Department of Health regulations reminiscent of COVID lockdown-era government policy that would infringe upon constitutional norms and civil liberties. You can join me by submitting your feedback.
As proposed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, the regulations would allow government officials to institute school or community mask mandates, enter private residences without warrants and seek private health information without consent. The department also would have the authority to enter any school building to interview a student of any age in private, without notification to the parent or guardian, to gather information for contact tracing and partner services. If you’d like to read the proposed regulations in full, they are available here for review.
Policies with such significant impacts on students, families and communities should be debated openly by the Legislature, not imposed through regulation. We learned important lessons about government overreach during COVID, and we should not repeat those mistakes.
The public can submit comments on the proposed regulations through Sept. 21 by emailing RA-DHCHAPTR27PROPREG@pa.gov. Please reference Rulemaking #10-242: Communicable and Noncommunicable Diseases; IRRC #3490.
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Thanking Our Workers
This Monday, Sept. 7, is Labor Day, a day set aside to recognize the achievements of American workers and the vital role they play in shaping the nation’s strength and prosperity. The holiday emerged in the late 19th century as states began adopting a day to honor workers; by 1894, Congress officially established Labor Day as a federal holiday.
Today, Labor Day serves as a moment to pause and appreciate the dedication, innovation and hard work that drive progress in every community. Whether marked with gatherings, parades or a well-earned day of rest, it’s a celebration of the people whose contributions continue to move our country forward.
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PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed for Labor Day Holiday
All PennDOT driver license and photo centers, including the Riverfront Office Center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, Sept. 5, through Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day.
Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT's Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.pa.gov.
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House to Convene in Philadelphia’s Congress Hall
On Wednesday, Sept. 9, I will take part in an historic session of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
In honor of the nation’s 250th birthday – and the foundational role Pennsylvania has played in our nation’s development – the House will convene legislative session in Philadelphia’s historic Congress Hall. The hall once served as the meeting place of the United States Congress, from 1790-1800.
In conjunction with the America250PA organization, the day’s events also include a full-day civic learning experience for students. I am pleased to host Nathaniel Carso, a student from the Delaware Valley School District.
The legislative session will be livestreamed here starting at 5:45 p.m.
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We Will Never Forget!
Next Friday marks the 25th anniversary of one of the worst days in our nation’s history. On Sept. 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 men and women were killed in devastating terrorist attacks in New York; Washington, D.C.; and Pennsylvania. Among the dead were more than 400 first responders who ran toward the danger, rather than away, in the effort to save the lives of others.
In addition to the annual remembrance events, special programming is planned at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in lower Manhattan and Pennsylvania’s own Flight 93 Memorial Pennsylvania’s own Flight 93 Memorial to help ensure the 100 million Americans who are too young to remember 9/11 learn about the significance of the day and the stories of bravery, compassion, unity and service it produced. To further the educational effort, on Sept. 10, officials will break ground for construction of a Visitor Education Center adjacent to the 9/11 Pentagon Memorial in Washington, D.C.
There are a few events also happening right here in the District:
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The Hideout Help-A-Hero Fund 9/11 Ceremony at Reflection Park, Lake Ariel 8 a.m. |
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Hawley Borough, Bingham Park 10 a.m. |
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Milford Fire Department, West Catherine St, Milford 11a.m. |
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Matamoras 9/11 Memorial Candlelight Ceremony at Matamoras Recreation-Airport Park / Veterans Memorial Park & Education Center, Matamoras 6 p.m. |
The House of Representatives has also produced a 9/11 Remembrance video titled “We Were One That Day.” Only six current members of the House were in office when the tragedy occurred 25 years ago, and it is interesting to hear their perspectives on what happened that day and beyond. You can watch it here.
Also, if you are in the Harrisburg area, the House Archives has teamed up with the National Park Service and Flight 93 Memorial for a 9/11 exhibit on display in the Capitol’s East Wing Rotunda through Oct. 27.
It is important we remember this horrible tragedy and honor those who lost their lives that day and in the aftermath. Share your memories and perspectives with those who did not experience it firsthand to ensure these men and women are never forgotten.
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