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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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In the Fifth
Recognizing a Local Hero
This week, my colleague, Rep. Jamie Barton and I had the great honor of presenting a House citation recognizing officer Jordan Heckman for his heroic actions which saved the life of a Bern Township man following a firework accident early this year.
Thank you, Jordan, for your dedication to the citizens of Bern Township and our community!
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Celebrating Education
This past Friday, I was able to attend the Schuylkill Valley Education Foundation Red and Black Event where we celebrated education in our district and looked ahead toward future opportunities for our educators. I am incredibly grateful for the commitment to education in our community!
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Touring LaFaver Family Farm
Over the weekend, I had the amazing opportunity to visit the LaFaver family farm and tour their new beef barn!
It is always great to see the hard work and innovation happening in our local farming community.
Thank you for hosting a wonderful evening, Travis and Emily!
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Free Electronics Recycling Event
I hope to see you at my free electronics recycling event later this month!
If you have any questions about the event, give my office a call at 610-378-4407.
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Voter Registration Deadline May 5
Pennsylvanians who are not already registered to vote but wish to participate in the May 20 municipal primary election should be sure to register no later than Monday, May 5.
To be eligible to vote in the primary, you must be a citizen of the United States for at least one month before the election; a resident of the election district in which you register to vote for at least 30 days before the primary; and at least 18 years of age on or before the date of the primary.
Under state law, only voters registered as Republicans or Democrats may vote for candidates in the primary election.
Citizens may register to vote online here or visit your county voter registration office. Not sure of your registration status? Check it here.
Voters who prefer to vote by mail-in or absentee ballot have until May 13 to apply for the ballot and until 8 p.m. on May 20 to return it. For more information, click here.
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PBDA Accepting Applications for Program to Provide Laptops
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has announced the application period is open for the second round of its Digital Connectivity Technology Program.
The program provides laptops for use by eligible public-facing institutions such as libraries, municipalities, workforce training organizations, not-for-profit organizations and other community anchor institutions that can offer internet access to individuals who otherwise lack the technology.
More than 9,000 laptops were distributed in the first round of the program late last year. It is funded through the Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund, established under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
Online applications can be made through the PBDA website.
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Boost Your Financial Literacy
April is Financial Literacy Month, a reminder that it’s never too early – or too late – to learn more about managing your finances.
Financial literacy is the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills, including personal financial management, budgeting and investing.
When you are financially literate, you have the essential foundation for a smart relationship with money.
Learn more about the building blocks for managing and growing your money here.
Financial education resources for students are available here.
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PGC Opens Shooting Range Grant Program
Attention, local sportsmen’s organizations: The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Shooting Range Improvement Program is accepting applications for shooting range projects, beginning April 1, 2025.
The program seeks to provide funding to sportsmen clubs to develop new or unique projects that will positively impact Pennsylvania’s hunters and recreational shooters.
A maximum of $50,000 will be awarded per project. Eligible projects could include: Training, storage, and clubhouse facilities; new construction, renovation, relocation; construction of backstops and safety berms; signage; lead remediation; and more.
Submissions are due to the Game Commission by June 1, 2025. Projects are expected to be selected by July 1, 2025.
Click here for all program information.
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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
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Distracted Driving Awareness Month is recognized each April to remind drivers of the dangers of distracted driving and to decrease the traffic crashes, fatalities and injuries.
Distracted driving includes anything that takes your eyes off the road, your hands off the wheel and your mind off the task of driving. Examples include eating, drinking, smoking, texting, talking with passengers and talking on a cell phone.
To help combat distracted driving, Pennsylvania will soon implement “Paul Miller’s Law,” which prohibits a driver from using a hand-held device while driving. The law is named after Paul Miller, who was tragically killed in a crash with a tractor trailer in 2010 in Monroe County as a result of a distracted driver who reached for their phone.
Enforcement of the law begins on June 5, and violations during the first 12 months will result in a written warning. Effective June 5, 2026, the penalty for violations will be elevated to a summary offense with a $50 fine, plus court costs and other fees.
To learn more about distracted driving, please visit www.penndot.pa.gov/safety.
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| District Office: Reading Regional Airport - Main Terminal, 2501 Bernville Road, Box 4, Reading, PA, 19605 | Phone: (610) 378-4407, FAX: (610) 378-4412 | Open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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