Protect yourself from identity theft by joining us for our free shred event on Saturday, March 21. Due to high demand last year, we will have two trucks at this event! Stop by the Franklin Park Municipal Building at 2344 W. Ingomar Rd. from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (or until the trucks are full).

Please note: There is a limit of two boxes of paper per vehicle.

As an emergency physician, I’ve witnessed firsthand the lifesaving work our first responders perform every day—often at great personal risk. That’s why I’m proud to announce that more than $160,000 in grant funding has been approved for local fire and EMS companies in our district to support their critical mission and strengthen emergency services in our community.

I will always work to ensure that our first responders have the resources they need.

I recently had the opportunity to visit our dedicated first responders at the Highland Volunteer Fire Department in McCandless and present recognition on behalf of my office and the House. I am always grateful for the heroic work our firefighters perform to keep our community safe.

Twenty-seven students from the North Allegheny School District were recently recognized as finalists for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Congratulations to all the recognized students on your outstanding achievement and hard work!

More details on this honor can be found here.

The Department of Labor & Industry will be hosting sessions to consider changes to the rules that govern the Minimum Wage Act, including one in Pittsburgh on March 5.

Registration is required and can be completed here.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking public input on ways to improve highway traffic safety and reduce crashes and fatalities across our Commonwealth. Residents are encouraged to share their feedback and ideas by February 28. Your input will help shape strategies to make our roads safer for everyone.

Valley Forge Military College (VFMC) is offering scholarships for the next generation of military leaders. Through the Military College Assistance Program, students can receive a nearly cost-free education at VFMC and within the PASSHE system in exchange for service in the Pennsylvania National Guard.

The scholarship requires a recommendation from a member of the state legislature. If you—or a student you know—are interested in applying, please contact my office to request a recommendation. Applications are due by February 28, so be sure to reach out soon for more information and assistance with the process.

Applications are now open for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Scholarship Program! Administered through The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, this program is available to graduating high school seniors who reside in Pennsylvania.
 

Each year, The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) awards two four-year scholarships to high school seniors. Each scholarship covers the cost of one semester of tuition per year at a State System of Higher Education school for four years. Recipients must continue to meet eligibility requirements throughout all four years to maintain the award.
 

Applications are due April 15. Requirements and the application form can be found here.

The Keystone Contractors Association is now accepting applications for its scholarship program, which supports students pursuing construction-related degrees.
 

More information, including application paperwork, can be found here. Applications are due March 1.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is hosting an art competition for students to create content raising awareness around ticks and Lyme disease.

More information can be found here, and submissions are due March 13.

Finally, please remember that my talented staff can help you with a variety of state-related matters – from filing an application for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program to obtaining a disability placard or senior bus pass, just to name a few. Contact us or stop by to see how we can help!

You can read my e-newsletter in a way that’s most convenient for you by visiting my legislative website here and clicking on the accessibility icon in the lower right corner.

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