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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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No budget, No Paycheck!
The budget is late for the fifth consecutive year. This irresponsible situation puts school districts, senior centers, businesses and other essential government services in jeopardy. House Republicans are fed up with this new norm.
I've co-sponsored a bill that would suspend pay for legislators as well as executive elected officials during a budget impasse. No budget, no paycheck. I was proud to sign on to Rep. Jill Cooper's House Bill 1682.
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Celebrating America’s 250th
Although it was hot, I very much enjoyed kicking off Wrightsville’s America 250 July 4th festivities! Thanks to everyone who braved the heat to celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave!
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Caught Off Guard by Extreme Weather?
As we celebrated the nation’s 250th birthday last weekend, many areas of the state were hit by severe thunderstorms, high winds, heavy rains and even tornado warnings. For some, the recovery from those storms continues.
The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) is urging people who experienced property damage to report it. More information about reporting damage is available here. PEMA also notes state and local officials are out assessing damages. If you have questions about the legitimacy of someone asking about your property, please ask for identification. Government officials will always have ID and be happy to show it to you.
In anticipation of more stormy weather in the weeks to come, I wanted to share these four key actions the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recommends 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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Make a family emergency plan: Follow four easy steps and create a free Family Emergency Plan quickly and easily with FEMA’s fillable form. |
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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 supply 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. |
It’s also a good time to remember how dangerous floodwaters can be. If you approach a flooded roadway, turn your vehicle around. It only takes a few inches of water to sweep a vehicle away, putting your life in danger, as well as the lives of first responders who come to your aid. Never drive around “road closed” signs and use detours instead. The message is simple. Turn around; don’t drown.
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Putting the PIAA On Notice
After last week’s landmark Supreme Court decision, which cleared the way for states and school districts to act to protect girls’ sports, I sent a letter to the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) urging it to finally adopt a policy that protects girl athletes.
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Upcoming District Event
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Show Me Your Photos of the 47th by July 17!
It’s that time of year again! The 47th Legislative District is a beautiful and vibrant community. Help showcase our rich history, natural beauty and economic opportunities of the 47th Legislative District through YOUR eyes by sharing photographs that capture the spirit of the 47th.
Photo submissions from ALL ages and skill levels are open through July 17, at 11:59 p.m.!
Public voting will start Aug. 4 and will conclude Aug. 25, at 11:59 p.m. Photographs with the most votes will win one of three gift cards. Learn more about the contest and rules here.
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Important Student Aid Deadline!
First-time applicants planning to attend a community college, trade school or other eligible school have until Saturday, Aug. 1, to submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for a PA State Grant in 2026-27.
The PA State Grant Program is offered through the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) and provides funding to eligible undergraduate students that does not have to be repaid. Complete your FAFSA now at StudentAid.gov.
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PGC Seeks Help Counting Turkeys
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is again asking the public to report sightings of all wild turkeys they see this summer. The annual Wild Turkey Summer Sighting Survey runs through Aug. 31.
Wild turkey sightings, which aid in population management, can be reported through the Game Commission’s website here.
Participants are asked to report the number of wild turkeys they see, along with the county, township, wildlife management unit (WMU), date of the sighting and their contact information so agency biologists can reach out if they have any questions about the report. Participants may also simply drop a “pin” on the map for the location data to automatically populate. Location data are used only for the survey, not for law enforcement, and are not shared publicly. Viewers can also access WMU- and state-level sighting report summaries from previous years.
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Nominate Your Favorite Trail
If you have a favorite trail that provides unique opportunities, encourages and celebrates diverse user groups, or enhances your community, please nominate it for Pennsylvania’s 2027 Trail of the Year.
Each year, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and its Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee (PTAC) designate a Trail of the Year to help build enthusiasm and support for trails and raise public awareness about the economic, environmental and health benefits trails bring. The winning trail will be recognized through a commemorative poster for statewide distribution, a trailhead marker along the trail, and a grant for educational programs to promote safety and environmental protection on the trail.
Click here to nominate your favorite trail. The deadline for nomination is Friday, July 31.
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