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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Scoops and Smiles at Our Summer Meet and Greet
Thank you to everyone who came out to our 2nd annual ice cream social last night! I very much enjoyed hearing from constituents and indulging in the one-of-a-kind Beck’s Ice Cream, from right here in the 47th district. My team and I look forward to seeing you all at future events.
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Christmas in July
It was Christmas in July this week at the Northeastern Senior Center! Before I begin my Meals on Wheels route, I love to check in with my friends at the center. A special thank you to the leaders at the Northeastern Senior Center – Deb, Missy, Holly and Heather – for their continued, dedicated work to serving seniors in our communities.
For more information about either delivering or receiving home-delivered meals in York, click here.
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Serving at York County Food Bank
It was great to serve with so many dedicated volunteers this week at the York County Food Bank! As a part of PA Day, we prepared nearly 1,000 boxes of food for seniors in our communities.
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Supporting Our Veterans
I recently joined in the unanimous support of a new state law that aims to improve services for veterans affected by military sexual trauma.
Act 38 of 2026 will require county directors of veterans affairs to undergo additional training and certification in trauma-informed care, including military sexual trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury. The goal is to help staff recognize symptoms, reduce potential triggers, and better connect veterans with appropriate services and resources.
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, nearly one in three women and one in 50 men in the armed forces report experiencing sexual assault or sexual harassment during military service. The actual number is believed to be higher because many incidents go unreported.
The law takes effect in 180 days.
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New Law to Boost Human Trafficking Awareness
Statistics show hotels, motels and short-term lodging rentals are some of the most common venues where human trafficking, specifically sex trafficking, take place. A new state law aims to stop that.
I recently voted in support of Act 31 of 2026, which requires training to ensure employees of these establishments are prepared to identify and respond to suspected human trafficking as it occurs. The law takes effect in one year.
The measure is the latest effort by the General Assembly to stop this fast-growing crime. Another new law, Act 41 of 2026, aims to help the Pennsylvania attorney general and law enforcement more effectively target and prosecute human trafficking by moving most of the state’s prostitution offenses to the human trafficking section of the state Crimes Code and enhancing penalties. This law will take effect in 60 days.
If you or someone you know is being trafficked, call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.
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Looking for a Career in Law Enforcement?
The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is accepting applications from people interested in a rewarding career in public service as a state trooper.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate and a valid driver’s license from any state. They must be at least 20 years old at the time of application, and they must be at least 21 years old and cannot have reached age 40 upon entry into the PSP academy.
Applications for the current cadet hiring cycle should be submitted via the Commonwealth’s employment website by July 31. A new cadet hiring cycle will open on Aug. 1.
For more information on becoming a state trooper, including applicant requirements and job benefits, visit PATrooper.com.
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Antlerless License Round 2 Begins July 27
Hunters looking to purchase a second antlerless license for the 2026-27 hunting season will soon have the opportunity to do so when the second round of licensing begins on Monday, July 27.
As of that date, unsold licenses will be available on a first-come, first-served basis to both residents and nonresidents.
One antlerless deer license per hunter can be purchased per round in the first three rounds. More information is available here.
Licenses are available for purchase online at huntfish.pa.gov or in-person at license issuing agents. Click here for a map of agents across the Commonwealth.
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