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E-news Updates – October 13, 2024
In this Update: Community Awarded Competitive Grant to Improve High-Speed Internet Access Legislation to Combat AI-Generated Deepfake Images of Minors in PA Set for Enactment Senate Committee Votes to be Prepared for Natural Disasters PA’s Credit Rating Upgraded Because of Strong Budget Reserves What Do You Think of PennDOT’s Construction and Maintenance Services? Act 1 […] [Read More]
Stefano Announces Investment to Enhance Broadband Access in Fayette, Somerset Counties
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) today announced that more than $2.3 million in grant funding has been awarded to projects in Fayette and Somerset counties to bolster internet access within the community, according to Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32). [Read More]
Stefano, Costa Bill Offering New Option to Reinstate Driving Privilege Sent to Governor’s Desk
Today, the Pennsylvania General Assembly gave final approval on legislation by Sens. Pat Stefano (R-32) and Jay Costa (D-43) that would allow magisterial district judges to grant Pennsylvania drivers who are unable to pay the fees and fines of their suspended license the option to pursue community service as a payment alternative. This initiative would only apply to drivers whose suspension resulted from routine violations. [Read More]
Meeting to consider HB 2189, HB 2294 and HB 2295
Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure | Rules Committee Conference Room [Read More]
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Labor Day Weekend marks the end of summer vacation and I can`t help but reflect on what an eventful season it has been! 🌅 County fairs, community events -and of course, passing the state budget in July- made this summer a warm, busy, but rewarding few months.
As the temperatures drop and season comes to a close, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible interns my office had the pleasure of working with this summer: Tyler Kalich and Isaac Johnsen.
🔹 Tyler is a junior at West Virginia University, studying Accounting and Management Information Systems. This was his second year interning in our Connellsville district office where he assumed a crucial role in assisting constituents with PennDOT paperwork, Property Tax-Rent Rebate applications and other state-government-related issues.
🔹 Isaac is a new graduate Saint Francis University with dual degrees in Biology and Political Science. This fall, he`s started law school at Villanova University with hopes of becoming an environmental attorney. Isaac was based out of our Harrisburg office and got hands-on experience with legislative research and bill tracking.
Their hard work, fresh perspectives and support have been invaluable to our office – we cannot thank them enough! Best of luck to Tyler and Isaac on the start of a new school year. ✏️ We`re excited to see what`s next for both of you!
🎓 COLLEGE STUDENTS INTERESTED IN STATE GOVERNMENT: My office offers fall and spring semester (as well as summer) opportunities for those looking to gain experience in state government, just like Tyler and Isaac. To apply, please submit a resume to squinn@pasen.gov or contact my office for more information.
Labor Day Weekend marks the end of summer vacation and I can`t help but reflect on what an eventful season it has been! 🌅 County fairs, community events -and of course, passing the state budget in July- made this summer a warm, busy, but rewarding few months.
As the temperatures drop and season comes to a close, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible interns my office had the pleasure of working with this summer: Tyler Kalich and Isaac Johnsen.
🔹 Tyler is a junior at West Virginia University, studying Accounting and Management Information Systems. This was his second year interning in our Connellsville district office where he assumed a crucial role in assisting constituents with PennDOT paperwork, Property Tax-Rent Rebate applications and other state-government-related issues.
🔹 Isaac is a new graduate Saint Francis University with dual degrees in Biology and Political Science. This fall, he`s started law school at Villanova University with hopes of becoming an environmental attorney. Isaac was based out of our Harrisburg office and got hands-on experience with legislative research and bill tracking.
Their hard work, fresh perspectives and support have been invaluable to our office – we cannot thank them enough! Best of luck to Tyler and Isaac on the start of a new school year. ✏️ We`re excited to see what`s next for both of you!
🎓 COLLEGE STUDENTS INTERESTED IN STATE GOVERNMENT: My office offers fall and spring semester (as well as summer) opportunities for those looking to gain experience in state government, just like Tyler and Isaac. To apply, please submit a resume to squinn@pasen.gov or contact my office for more information.
Congratulations to McKelvey Foor for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. ⚜️ McKelvey has served as his troop`s Senior Patrol Leader and chose to rebuild a chicken barbecue pit at Berlin Community Grove for his service project. Great work!
Congratulations to McKelvey Foor for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. ⚜️ McKelvey has served as his troop`s Senior Patrol Leader and chose to rebuild a chicken barbecue pit at Berlin Community Grove for his service project. Great work!
In July, veterans in Fayette County, PA enjoyed a free breakfast courtesy of Fayette County Fair Queen Haylee Bill`s hog. 🐖
Haylee, a junior at Albert Gallatin High School and a member of the FFA, wanted to honor our area veterans and put her FFA project to good use. In partnership with the Hopwood AMVETS Post 103, Haylee hosted breakfast for a room full of veterans and her hog provided the sausage.
Great work, Haylee! 🍳
In July, veterans in Fayette County, PA enjoyed a free breakfast courtesy of Fayette County Fair Queen Haylee Bill`s hog. 🐖
Haylee, a junior at Albert Gallatin High School and a member of the FFA, wanted to honor our area veterans and put her FFA project to good use. In partnership with the Hopwood AMVETS Post 103, Haylee hosted breakfast for a room full of veterans and her hog provided the sausage.
Great work, Haylee! 🍳
Bill Jackson of Jackson Farms served as president of the Fayette County Fair Board for 27 years. This year, the board named him the 2024 recipient of the "Friend of the Fair" award – celebrating his dedication and significant contributions to not only the fair, but agriculture throughout Fayette County, PA and beyond.
Congratulations Bill and thank you for your many years of hard work! 🐄🍦
Bill Jackson of Jackson Farms served as president of the Fayette County Fair Board for 27 years. This year, the board named him the 2024 recipient of the "Friend of the Fair" award – celebrating his dedication and significant contributions to not only the fair, but agriculture throughout Fayette County, PA and beyond.
Congratulations Bill and thank you for your many years of hard work! 🐄🍦
The Fayette County Fair is off to a great start! 🐄🌽🎡🍦🍔
Visit our booth in Commercial Building 3 for material on state-related issues and more.
The Fayette County Fair is off to a great start! 🐄🌽🎡🍦🍔
Visit our booth in Commercial Building 3 for material on state-related issues and more.
Congratulations to Bedford Grange Mutual Insurance Company on being recognized as this year`s "Friend of the Fair" by the Bedford County Fair in PA!🌽🚜🐄
It was a pleasure to celebrate the impact that Bedford Grange Mutual has on local agriculture with Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and PA State Rep. Jesse Topper.
Congratulations to Bedford Grange Mutual Insurance Company on being recognized as this year`s "Friend of the Fair" by the Bedford County Fair in PA!🌽🚜🐄
It was a pleasure to celebrate the impact that Bedford Grange Mutual has on local agriculture with Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and PA State Rep. Jesse Topper.
Great time at Silver Lining Drive-In Movies with the Bedford County Chamber of Commerce for Christmas in July! 📽🎄
Great time at Silver Lining Drive-In Movies with the Bedford County Chamber of Commerce for Christmas in July! 📽🎄
Though budget negotiations continue, June was packed with community events and other legislative work. ☀️
Though budget negotiations continue, June was packed with community events and other legislative work. ☀️
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Taiwan Ambassador James K.J. Lee.
Taiwan is one of Pennsylvania`s largest foreign markets and sees hundreds of millions of dollars worth of PA-made products. This year marks the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act,
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Taiwan Ambassador James K.J. Lee.
Taiwan is one of Pennsylvania`s largest foreign markets and sees hundreds of millions of dollars worth of PA-made products. This year marks the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act,
🤼♀️ State wrestling champions were recognized on the Senate floor as part of “High School Wrestling Day” at the capitol. This was the first year state championships were sanctioned by the PIAA for girls’ wrestling and I’m proud that we have two phenomenal wrestlers out of Bedford County – Jordyn Fouse and Violette Lasure. 🏆
Jordyn is a three-time state championship title holder, heading into her senior year at Bishop McCort Catholic High School. Now a sophomore at Chestnut Ridge High School, Violette completed her first high school wrestling season undefeated and is ranked 25th in girls wrestling across the country.
I congratulate Jordyn, Violette and all of the female wrestlers in the commonwealth for being trailblazers and ultimately, history-makers, during the PIAA’s first sanctioned season. 🤼♀️ I look forward to continually cheering for girls wrestling in Pennsylvania in the many years to come!
🤼♀️ State wrestling champions were recognized on the Senate floor as part of “High School Wrestling Day” at the capitol. This was the first year state championships were sanctioned by the PIAA for girls’ wrestling and I’m proud that we have two phenomenal wrestlers out of Bedford County – Jordyn Fouse and Violette Lasure. 🏆
Jordyn is a three-time state championship title holder, heading into her senior year at Bishop McCort Catholic High School. Now a sophomore at Chestnut Ridge High School, Violette completed her first high school wrestling season undefeated and is ranked 25th in girls wrestling across the country.
I congratulate Jordyn, Violette and all of the female wrestlers in the commonwealth for being trailblazers and ultimately, history-makers, during the PIAA’s first sanctioned season. 🤼♀️ I look forward to continually cheering for girls wrestling in Pennsylvania in the many years to come!
Great to spend time with advocates from The Arc of Fayette County earlier this month in Harrisburg!
Great to spend time with advocates from The Arc of Fayette County earlier this month in Harrisburg!
You could say that the capitol has been somewhat of a zoo this month. 🐧
