My latest email leads off with a video that shows you how to detect gas pump credit card skimmers. Read more

A final reminder to reserve a spot at my Sept. 17 Vietnam Veterans Ceremony headlines my latest constituent email. Read more

Rep. Mike Hanna is inviting residents to his town hall meeting set for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 20, at the Milesburg Community Center, 101 Mill St., along State Route 144 in Milesburg. “I believe citizen involvement is crucial for effective representation, and I urge residents to join us for a lively town hall discussion,” Hanna said. Read more

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Larger ATVs permitted on Whiskey Springs, Bloody Skillet trails I am pleased to announce that the Whiskey Springs and Bloody Skillet ATV trails will allow larger registered all-terrain-vehicles to use the trails in the 2017 riding season. The two trails in Sproul State Forest will allow vehicles up to 64 inches in width and weighing up to 1,800 lbs. This is a pilot program that will also allow the larger vehicles on the Susquehannock ATV Trail as well during the fall 2017 riding season that begins on the first day after the regular or extended deer season ends. The riding season closes April 1, 2018, or earlier, depending on weather conditions. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is responsible for the riding regulations and pilot program. Special fishing opportunities offered on Labor Day Here’s a reminder that the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is offering two special fishing opportunities to entice adults and kids to fish on Labor Day, Sept. 4. The first is a $1 license for adult residents and non-residents. The license – good for Labor Day only – provides an easy and affordable way for everyone to enjoy a special day with family and friends while fishing on the commonwealth’s waters. The second opportunity is the Mentored Youth Panfish Day. This provides youth anglers who have obtained a free mentored youth permit or have purchased a voluntary youth license an opportunity to fish on 19 Panfish Read more

HARRISBURG, Aug. 29 – State Rep. Mike Hanna, D-Clinton/Centre, today said that the Whiskey Springs and Bloody Skillet ATV trails will allow larger registered all-terrain-vehicles to use the trails in the 2017 riding season. The two trails in Sproul State Forest will allow vehicles up to 64 inches in width and weighing up to 1,800 lbs. This is a pilot program that will also allow the larger vehicles on the Susquehannock ATV Trail as well during the fall 2017 riding season that begins on the first day after the regular or extended deer season ends. The riding season closes April 1, 2018, or earlier, depending on weather conditions. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is responsible for the riding regulations and announced the pilot program today. “For quite some time, it has been my desire to see our state modernize its rules to allow for more legal ATV recreational opportunities,” Hanna said. “This policy change will bring more tourists to our communities and gives every rider an opportunity to enjoy Penn’s Woods. I commend DCNR for this decision and look forward to more positive changes to come.” Pennsylvania hosts 11 designated riding trails with a total length of almost 270 miles as well as trails in the Allegheny National Forest. Nine of the trails currently permit Class II ATVs, including those in the pilot program. Class II machines can measure up to 58 inches in length with a Read more

HARRISBURG, Aug. 16 – In an effort to garner additional feedback, state Rep. Mike Hanna, D-Clinton/Centre, encourages residents to attend a public workshop being hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Susquehanna River Basin Commission on Wednesday, Aug. 30 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Howard Elementary School, 255 School St., Howard. Hanna said the event, which is being called the “Project Modifications for the Improvement of the Environment,” will feature proposed changes at Foster Joseph Sayers Dam and Reservoir. According to the SRBC, the ultimate goal is to have a feasibility study conducted to explore potential alternatives for managing the existing fall draw-down for the benefit of both in-lake and downstream aquatic life and resources. In addition, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the study will determine if operation of the reservoir , including water release protocol, can be modified to improve the quality of the environment both in the reservoir itself and in the downstream ecosystem. Currently, the reservoir is drawn down 20 feet in late fall and winter and returned to normal pool level by late spring. The agencies anticipate the feasibility study will take approximately 18 to 24 months to complete. Hanna said many of his constituents believe that lowering water levels will impact recreation at the lake, including boating and swimming. He agrees. “Foster Sayers Read more

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HARRISBURG, July 19 – State Rep. Mike Hanna, D-Clinton/Centre, announced today that he will host a Vietnam Veterans Ceremony at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17 at the Lock Haven University Price Auditorium. Hanna says the purpose of the event is to honor Vietnam War veterans who live in the 76th Legislative District. “This momentous event is a way to honor the service and sacrifice so many have made for our great county,” said Hanna. To sign up for the event, Vietnam War-era veterans may call Hanna’s Lock Haven office at 570-748-5480 or his Milesburg office at 814-353-8780. Participants are asked to note whether they intend to bring a guest. Veterans and their guests must be confirmed no later than Aug. 18. Hanna has previously honored veterans who served in both World War II and the Korean War. Read more

HARRISBURG, June 30 -- House Democratic Leader Frank Dermody, Whip Mike Hanna and Appropriations Chairman Joe Markosek released a joint statement today on House passage of a $32 billion 2017-18 spending plan for Pennsylvania: "The plan passed by the General Assembly today makes new investments in teaching our children, supports efforts to grow more jobs for working men and women, protects core services for state residents and communities, and allows us to continue the fight against the heroin epidemic that is devastating neighborhoods and families. “Despite another year of revenue shortfalls and a significant structural deficit, Democrats and Republicans worked together to deliver this spending plan to the governor. We have more work to do to finish our budget checklist, but we are confident we will get the job done. "Democrats advocated strongly for new investments in education, both at the K-through-12 level and in early education. Those increased investments are in this plan -- $100 million for basic education, $25 million for special education and a $30 million boost for Pre-K and Head Start. Early education services are critical to helping more young learners in Pennsylvania prepare for school and success later in life. "The spending plan helps families by expanding access to quality child care for the children of working parents. That will enable more parents to keep their jobs and support their families. And, the spending bill Read more