On May 15, I hosted my 13th annual Tribute to Veterans Breakfast for veterans and active-duty military personnel in the 88th District. This year’s theme was “Celebrating Our National Guard.” Maj. Gen. John R. Pippy was our guest speaker and Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin) was our keynote speaker. It was a great time of fellowship among our local heroes.
This morning, the House Judiciary Committee unanimously approved my House Bill 940, which would strengthen the definition of "child sexual abuse and exploitation" in the Child Protective Services Law to include the offenses of trafficking in minors and involuntary sexual servitude.
On May 7, I had the opportunity to join the Pennsylvania Association of Treatment Court Professionals for a press conference about the power of the program, second chances and mental health awareness. Treatment Court offers a life-changing alternative to incarceration.
During my time in the legislature, I’ve been a strong advocate for second chances. Treatment Court gives that opportunity to individuals in our community while saving taxpayer dollars.
On April 10, I hosted my second-ever Job and Government Services Fair where I interviewed staff at Guiding Hands Elder Care, which provides non-skilled, in-home care for seniors, including services like housekeeping, meal prepping, providing companionship and more.
On April 10, I hosted my second-ever Job and Government Services Fair where I interviewed staff at the Cumberland County Housing and Redevelopment Authorities (HRA). HRA offers assistance in the form of housing choice vouchers to senior, low-income, homeless and disabled Cumberland Countians.
On April 10, I hosted my second-ever Job and Government Services Fair where I interviewed Greg Warner with Messiah Lifeways. Messiah Lifeways is a retirement community looking to fill several positions like skilled nursing and nursing assistants, as well as cooks, cashiers, landscapers and more.
On April 10, I hosted my second-ever Job and Government Services Fair to connect 88th District residents with available employment opportunities and government services. UCP of Central PA is looking for compassionate direct support professional candidates who are interested in helping individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities live a better life.
On April 10, I hosted my second-ever Job and Government Services Fair for constituents of the 88th District. At the fair, I had the opportunity to chat with Maddie Farrel from United Way, which offers a “Road to Success” service that pairs unemployed or underemployed candidates with a caseworker who can help facilitate training, transportation, child care services and more.
On April 10, I hosted my second-ever Job and Government Services Fair for constituents of the 88th District. At the fair, I had the opportunity to chat with Ashley Moyer from Bethany Village, which is looking for qualified clinical and non-clinical candidates who specialize in caregiving, nursing, hospitality, administration and more.
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