PA Senate e-newsletters
2025 Little League Friendship Award Photo Credit: Little League Baseball What an incredible honor it is to be named the recipient of the 2025 W. Howard Hartman Little League Friendship Award. Little League Baseball truly represents teamwork, opportunity and the values that bring our community together year after year in Williamsport. I am grateful for […] [Read More]
Hello! Thank you for subscribing to my E-newsletter. This week’s edition will keep you informed about veteran-related news, programs and events happening throughout Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, Tioga and Union counties, as well as key legislative efforts in Harrisburg that affect veterans and their families. If you know a veteran, please forward this issue onto them. […] [Read More]
Honoring Chuck Dillon on His Retirement We recently honored Chuck Dillon of my Wellsboro Office on his retirement after a remarkable 18-year career serving the people of Tioga County as a Senate field representative. Chuck has worked under three senators, including myself, and his dedication to helping local governments navigate state processes—especially when it comes […] [Read More]
My Latest Op-Ed: Killing Skill For the past five years, I have worked closely with Pennsylvania’s small businesses, veterans’ organizations and the skill game industry to craft a fair and balanced solution for the regulation and taxation of legal skill games. The result is Senate Bill 626 – a proposal that protects organizations that rely […] [Read More]
Supporting Critical Programs in the State Budget As state budget negotiations continue, I remain committed to supporting programs that directly impact our communities, workforce and seniors. I’ve heard firsthand from employers about how WEDnetPA helps businesses stay competitive by investing in employee training and skill development. This kind of support ensures Pennsylvania workers are prepared […] [Read More]
Natural Gas Impact Fee Generates Nearly Half a Billion Dollars for 23rd District Since 2011 The Marcellus Shale Impact Fee continues to deliver millions across the 23rd Senatorial District. Since 2011, the Impact Fee has generated more than $2.88 billion in tax revenue to support county and local governments. Our region has received nearly $500 […] [Read More]
Senate Bill 626 Protects Small Businesses and Veterans’ Organizations that Rely on Skill Games The supplemental income from skill games that so many small businesses and veterans’ organizations rely on is at risk. Proposals are being introduced with tax rates so high, they could drive skill games out of business entirely. That’s why I introduced […] [Read More]
Bass Pro Shops to Anchor Major Economic Development in Lycoming County A new destination retail super store planned for Lycoming County could spur economic development and new opportunities for tourism and recreation. During last week’s county commissioners meeting, Bass Pro Shops announced plans to open a new location in Muncy Township. This new location will […] [Read More]
Music from the Heart Recently, music class students from Lycoming County performed their fantastic concert, “Music from the Heart,” in the rotunda of the State Capitol. Every Wednesday, the group gets together to practice the uplifting performance, which includes music from various genres and choreography. Among them was a very special guest performer, my godson, […] [Read More]
State Champion Loyalsock Lady Lancers Recognized at the Capitol It was a pleasure to welcome PIAA 3A girls’ basketball state champions, the Loyalsock Lady Lancers to the Capitol this week! Following a very impressive 30-2 season, the Lady Lancers defeated Shady Side by a score of 55-43 in the championship game in Hershey, becoming the […] [Read More]
