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E-news Updates – December 6, 2025
In this Update: Increased Funding for Libraries Tips for Safe Winter Driving Look Out for Scams, Fraud and Theft During the Holiday Season Fishing Gift Vouchers, Licenses on Sale College Application Period is Open Dec. 7: Remembering a Day of Infamy Increased Funding for Libraries The recently enacted state budget includes a $5 million boost […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 21, 2025
Is this Update: Holding Penn State Accountable to Its Land-Grant Mission Employers, Trade Unions and Lawmakers: New Permitting Reforms, Stopping RGGI Will Boost PA Economy AI and Children: Legislation to Keep Kids Safe New Law Will Preserve Prescription Access for Seniors Bill to Ensure Disabled Veterans Receive Free Hunting Licenses Passes Senate Attorney General’s New […] [Read More]
WE ARE… Better than This
Over the weekend, the Penn State football team broke a six-game losing streak to defeat Michigan State and claim the rivalry’s coveted Land Grant Trophy — an award established to honor the two universities as the first land-grant institutions in the United States. [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 15, 2025
In this Update: Bridge Dedicated to Vietnam War Hero in Somerset County Community Foundation Gives to Fayette County Honoring Our Veterans Pro-Growth 2025-26 State Budget Now Complete RGGI Electricity Taxes Eliminated from State Budget Budget Makes PA Competitive Through Sweeping Permitting Reform Legislation Advances Cracking Down on AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material Keystone Scholars Offers […] [Read More]
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Sweet news in Somerset: @scampstoffee is open for business. 🍬 Congratulations to Justin and Emily Korns on bringing their award-winning, handcrafted treats to Main Street! ✂
The Pennsylvania Arts and Culture Caucus recently brought together leaders from across the commonwealth to highlight the importance of art in our communities.
Special thanks to our supporting partners:
🖼 Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh
🏛 Senator John Heinz History Center
🎭 Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
🩰 Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
🎨 Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
🖌 Mattress Factory
We`re incredibly grateful for their continued work enriching Pennsylvania’s cultural landscape.
The Laurel Mountain Senior Center in Jennerstown is now officially open! ✂ The center will provide a wide range of programs and services to meet the community’s needs.
Thank you to all who contributed to making this resource a reality.
Proud to stand with fellow lawmakers, trade unions and energy employers to celebrate the end of RGGI in Harrisburg last week.
Pennsylvania wins big with this decision. The future now means streamlined regulations, more reliable energy jobs and lower costs ratepayers statewide.
✂ Honored to join Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services as they celebrated 55 years of supporting mental health and opened their new location in Lemont Furnace. 🌤
🥇 I was honored to recognize the outstanding achievements of the Connellsville Area High School Clay Target Team for their remarkable success in recent state and national competitions.
The Connellsville Falcons captured first place overall in Sporting Clays at the 2025 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship, along with first place in Skeet and Five Stand at the Pennsylvania State Championship. 🎯
These young athletes exemplify discipline, precision, and teamwork, and their accomplishments bring great pride to their school and our commonwealth. Congratulations, Falcons!
This month, @cffayettepa hosted its annual #FayetteGives fundraiser, an online giving event that supports nonprofits across the county. The event raised more than half a million dollars for more than 100 local charities!
Thank you to the Community Foundation for your continued commitment to growing @fayettecopa.
Earlier this month, I was proud to take part in the Mon Valley Alliance’s 3rd Annual Mid-Mon Valley Economic Symposium . The conversation focused on the opportunities ahead for the Mon Valley, from strengthening our workforce to supporting small businesses and improving local infrastructure.
Today, I voted against handing Penn State any further state funding to let their administration know that WE ARE disappointed.
The Nittany Lions may have won the Land Grant Trophy last weekend, but their university has totally abandoned the land-grant mission.
Yesterday, I joined @paattorneygen Dave Sunday and members of the General Assembly in Harrisburg as he announced the new Elder Exploitation Section at the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General. This important addition will enhance support for our seniors and ensure stronger action against anyone who tries to exploit older residents.
Abrogating RGGI is a huge win for PA.
Now, we’re cutting red tape, creating good-paying jobs and keeping energy costs down for ratepayers across the commonwealth.
I was excited to celebrate the outstanding performance of Southmoreland High School’s Joey Bentz in state competition. 🏆
Joey secured first place in Trap High Gun Varsity Male and Overall, demonstrating extraordinary skill and dedication in a highly competitive field. His commitment and excellence bring great pride to his school and to our entire commonwealth.
Congratulations, Joey!
