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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, legacy and pe

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, legacy and peaceful activism continues to inspire Americans today.

In recent years it has been my custom to read Dr. King's Letter from a Birmingham Jail. It is certainly very timely as we celebrate his birthday in 2021. Here is a link to the full letter: https://www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html

Senate Republican Leaders Mourn Passing of Senator

Senate Republican Leaders Mourn Passing of Senator Dave Arnold

Harrisburg – Senate President Pro Tempore Jake Corman (R-34) and Senate Majority Leader Kim Ward (R-39) issued the following statement on the passing of Senator Dave Arnold (R-48):

“We join the residents of the 48th Senatorial District and all Pennsylvanians in mourning the passing of Senator Dave Arnold. We lost a good man and committed leader much too soon.

“From the moment voters sent Dave to Harrisburg one year ago, he worked tirelessly for his constituents and the Commonwealth. This was not a surprise to anyone who knew him. It was a continuation of a record of public service marked by independence and integrity.

“In addition to securing critical funding for vital projects in his district, Senator Arnold sponsored legislation passed by the Senate to protect children by increasing penalties for those charged with possession of child pornography and establishing a task force to continuously explore ways to end this vile practice.

“He also sponsored legislation to ensure that Lebanon County did not lose out on federal pandemic funding and championed the cause of restaurants and other small business employers impacted by statewide business closures.

“Before electing him to the Senate, voters showed their trust in Dave by electing him Lebanon County District Attorney, a position he held for 14 years. His fellow district attorneys demonstrated their respect for his character and professionalism by electing him President of the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association.

“Dave was a lifelong resident of his beloved Lebanon County, a civic leader, softball coach, husband and father. Our hearts break for his wife, Alicia, and his daughter, Reese. His community and our Commonwealth are better places because of the contributions of Dave Arnold.”

My heart is heavy this morning to hear of the pass

My heart is heavy this morning to hear of the passing of State Senator Dave Arnold. May God comfort and wrap His loving arms around Dave’s wife Alicia and his daughter Reese. https://www.pennlive.com/news/2021/01/pa-senator-dies-from-brain-cancer-at-age-49.html?fbclid=IwAR3opfEDDyEB4SQOpC8yQnaZ1khUElMJ8P7YgH8jyEWa9KgypgV-OXmThpY

Please Note: All Capitol and PA Senate district of

Please Note: All Capitol and PA Senate district offices will be conducting all business remotely from Saturday, Jan. 16 through Wednesday, Jan. 20. My staff and I will be available by phone and email, so constituents with questions or in need of help will still receive assistance.

The COVID-19 pandemic has created financial challe

The COVID-19 pandemic has created financial challenges for hundreds of thousands of families in Pennsylvania, including problems in paying energy bills. Consumers affected by unexpected job losses, business closures and other financial difficulties can contact their utility providers to find out whether assistance is available. Electric, water and gas utility providers are listed by the PA Public Utility Commission: https://www.puc.pa.gov/

Honored to virtually present a PA Senate Citation

Honored to virtually present a PA Senate Citation to Jeffrey Hawkes this afternoon. Jeff recently retired after 41 years of service to @LancasterOnline. He began his career as a reporter and columnist with the Intelligencer Journal. Best wishes Jeff!

I am pleased to announce that I have been appointe

I am pleased to announce that I have been appointed to serve on the following PA Senate standing committees during the 2021-2022 legislative session:

Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure - Vice Chair

Communications and Technology

Education

Environmental Resources and Energy

Judiciary

Local Government

Rules and Executive Nominations

I look forward to serving on these committees and working with my colleagues to advance a legislative agenda focused on ensuring all Pennsylvanians have the opportunity to experienced earned success and upward economic mobility.

As a result of legislation approved by the General

As a result of legislation approved by the General Assembly late last year, homeless Pennsylvanians can receive a free photo ID by applying in person at any Driver License Center. In addition, Act 131 allows the use of bioptic telescope lenses to help eligible individuals with visual impairments qualify for a driver’s license. Pennsylvania will join 28 other states in allowing the use of these devices. The law will also bring the state into compliance with new federal regulations for commercial driver licenses (CDLs).
https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billInfo/billInfo.cfm?sYear=2019&sInd=0&body=h&type=b&bn=229

An additional $300/wk in Unemployment Compensation

An additional $300/wk in Unemployment Compensation payments are being paid out after passage of federal stimulus legislation. PEUC & PUA claimants to be added soon. Payments retroactive to week ending Jan. 2 & scheduled to run through March 13. #FPUC https://tinyurl.com/y2sjzza5

So now I have my own brother trolling me on Twitte

So now I have my own brother trolling me on Twitter.

Pleased to join @NCSLorg and colleagues from aroun

Pleased to join @NCSLorg and colleagues from around the country for an extensive discussion on education policy in Finland today. I am honored to have been invited to join this bipartisan Cohort of the Legislative International Education Study Group. https://www.ncsl.org/research/education/international-education-study-group-2020.aspx

Pleased to join Senator Scott Martin on a Zoom cal

Pleased to join Senator Scott Martin on a Zoom call this morning to present a PA Senate Citation to Denise Smith. Denise was the very first female driver with @RedRoseTransit and recently retired after 41 years of distinguished service. Best wishes on your retirement Denise!

Join the PA Department of Agriculture via Facebook

Join the PA Department of Agriculture via Facebook LIVE on January 12 beginning at 10:00 AM as the Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship Foundation awards their 2021 scholarships.

I am pleased that two Lancaster County students will be honored this morning:

Madison Weaver of Ephrata

Madison is the daughter of Fred and Tammy Weaver. A junior at Penn State University, Madi is studying animal science and her future plans include working in agriculture communications.

David Buckwalter of Elizabethtown

David is the son of Darlene Buckwalter. He is a junior at Penn State University studying animal science. David’s goal is to obtain his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and become a large animal veterinarian.

Congratulations to Madison Weaver and David Buckwalter!

Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship
Facebook LIVE
Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship Foundation

The @SBAgov Paycheck Protection Program for small

The @SBAgov Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses has reopened for new borrowers & certain existing borrowers impacted by #COVID19. Loans forgiven if employee retention & other criteria are met. Ask your local lender about participation. https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program

Today is National #HumanTrafficking Awareness Day,

Today is National #HumanTrafficking Awareness Day, part of a month-long effort to draw attention to this sinister crime that uses force, fraud or coercion to obtain labor or sex. Please learn how to identify human trafficking & report it. #WearBlueDay https://tinyurl.com/jcpzpdn

Like so many all across our Commonwealth, I miss a

Like so many all across our Commonwealth, I miss attending the PA Farm Show in person this year. Over the years, I have enjoyed meeting so many inspirational students.

The expiration dates of commercial driver licenses

The expiration dates of commercial driver licenses and commercial learner’s permits that were set to expire between March 16, 2020 and February 22, 2021 have been extended by @PennDOTnews. Truck drivers continue to keep supply lines open & prevent product shortages & disruptions.

Volunteer & career fire departments & EMS organiza

Volunteer & career fire departments & EMS organizations have until Feb. 12 to apply for federal grants to provide critical resources that equip & train emergency personnel, improve efficiencies & more. Info & links to application workshops here:
tinyurl.com/y3nxl5sk

A new @PAHealthDept #COVID19 vaccine dashboard pro

A new @PAHealthDept #COVID19 vaccine dashboard provides updates on vaccinations administered by county & demographic information. The vaccine is being distributed first to health care workers, as well as staff & residents of long-term care facilities. https://tinyurl.com/yaw9r2w8

Blue Ridge Communications has launched their 8th a

Blue Ridge Communications has launched their 8th annual “Touch A Heart” campaign to reach those in our communities that may be experiencing loneliness away from family. Their mission is to collect handmade Valentines Day cards from all around their service area and deliver them to nursing home residents, our veterans, and our soldiers.

Last year, “Touch A Heart” brought in more than 9,000 handmade cards from participants and delivered them to over 50 nursing homes, hospitals, VFWs, and other veterans’ organizations. I welcome and encourage my constituents to participate and send messages of joy, love, and hope to those who may be facing particularly harsh periods of loneliness as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The deadline to return handmade Valentine’s cards is February 3, 2021 and they can be mailed to the address below:

Blue Ridge Communications
Attn. Cindy Mellinger
PO Box 150
Ephrata, PA 17522-0150

Should you have any questions or want more details, please visit their blog at www.brctv.com/heart21.

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