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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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In the Fifth
Touring Safe Berks
This past week, I had the privilege of touring Safe Berks and learning firsthand about its vital mission to provide a safe haven and support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Safe Berk’s relentless commitment to education, advocacy and prevention is truly inspiring. It's crucial that we, as a community and as legislators, stand alongside organizations like Safe Berks to foster an environment where everyone feels safe and valued.
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Coffee and Conversation
Last week, we had another successful Coffee and Conversation with passionate individuals from our district! It is important to me to hear the issues that are important to our community so that I may better represent our district’s interests in Harrisburg. We had fruitful discussions about the budget, Real ID, Berks County industry and more. Thank you to all who attended!
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Visiting Bachman’s Roofing
I enjoyed getting a behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship at Bachman's Roofing this past week. It is a fantastic example of a local, family-owned business that truly invests in our community! It's impressive to see the range of services it offers beyond just roofing, contributing to the strength and vitality of our region. Supporting businesses like Bachman's is key to a thriving local economy and part of my mission as your representative in Harrisburg. Thank you to Bachman’s for allowing me to tour and learn about the business!
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Upcoming Concealed Carry Seminar:
Whether you would like to learn about concealed carry laws, or refresh your memory, you are invited to my Concealed Carry Seminar at the Reading Regional Airport.
RSVPs are required: be sure to reserve your spot by calling my office at 610-378-4407 or click here to register on my website.
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Stay Alert in Work Zones
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This week, April 21-25, is National Work Zone Awareness Week, a time to remind drivers to be cautious, alert and respectful while traveling through areas of roadway and bridge construction. This year’s theme is “Respect the Zone So We All Get Home.”
The message is all the more poignant after a highway worker was killed in a work zone crash on Route 581 near Harrisburg last week.
When you encounter work zones, PennDOT offers the following tips: drive the posted work zone speed limit; stay alert and pay attention to signs and flaggers; maintain a safe distance around vehicles; use flashers if traveling slowly; avoid distractions; and be patient.
State law requires motorists to travel with their headlights on in all posted work zones, not just active work zones. Daytime running lights are not sufficient; drivers must have their headlights on to also activate their taillights.
Drivers also should be aware that interstate work zones with a project cost exceeding $300,000 will have a speed-monitoring device to alert motorists of their speed prior to entering the work zone.
For more information about work zone safety, click here.
Remember: The men and women working on our roadways are parents, children, siblings and spouses. They deserve to return home from work each day safely.
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Donate Life Month
April is Donate Life Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about the growing need for organ donation across the Commonwealth and the country. According to Donate Life PA, 16 people on average die each day while waiting for a life-saving organ transplant.
Across the country, more than 100,000 people are waiting for a transplant to save their lives, and more than 4,000 are added to the waiting list each month. In Pennsylvania alone, more than 6,000 people are on the waiting list for a life-saving organ transplant.
About 5 million Pennsylvanians have added the donor designation to their driver’s license, learner’s permit or state identification card, but this represents only half of those eligible to register. If you’d like to register as an organ donor, you may sign up here. You are also encouraged to let your loved ones know of your wishes.
For more information about organ donation, visit donatelifepa.org.
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Protecting Children from Abuse
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. While state laws have identified people, such as teachers, health care providers and clergy members, who are mandated to report suspected cases of abuse, we all have a role to play in protecting our children.
Signs of potential physical, sexual or emotional abuse or neglect may include sudden changes in a child’s behavior or school performance; being overly compliant, passive or withdrawn; always watchful, as though preparing for something bad to happen; and a reluctance to be around a particular person or to return home from school or activities.
If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, call PA ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313.
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Let's Get Connected
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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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| Capitol Office: 432 Irvis Office Building, Harrisburg, Pa 17020-2005 | PO Box 202005 | Phone: 717-772-9940 |
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