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In this Update:
Grand Opening of SpeedPro in Blair County
Congratulations to Jake and Sara Bilthuis on the grand opening of their business, SpeedPro (Central PA), which offers high-impact, large-format printing and visual solutions. Products include banners, signs, window graphics, wall murals, vehicle wraps, trade show displays, and custom branding. Best wishes for a successful business in our community! Unclaimed Property Event with Treasury in Hollidaysburg
On Tuesday, May 12 from 10 a.m. until Noon, I invite you to join a representative from Treasurer Garrity’s office to find out if YOU have any unclaimed property! The treasurer’s office will be available to assist in the online property search and complete paperwork on the spot. No appointment necessary. You will only need to bring a valid Photo ID. For questions, please call my district office at 814-695-8386. What is Unclaimed Property? Unclaimed property can be old bank accounts, uncashed paychecks, insurance payments, rebates – the list is virtually endless. The bottom line is that it is money owed to people like you. More than 1 in 10 Pennsylvanians have unclaimed property available to be claimed! You can search online and file a claim yourself, click here. If you find unclaimed property in your name, follow the steps to file your claim. Hearing Explores Approaches to Expanding Access to Dental Care Across PA
Efforts to expand access to dental education and reduce barriers to entry to address severe workforce shortages in dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants were the focus of a public hearing of the Senate Majority Policy Committee. Almost a third of Pennsylvanians already don’t receive regular dental care and more than 22% of the commonwealth’s dentists are age 65 and older and nearing retirement. The hearing featured dental professionals, educators, insurance companies and other advocates who gave their perspectives on how dental workforce shortages harm public health and shared successful strategies that encouraged more people to pursue these careers. Video of the hearing and written testimony can be found here. You Are Invited to My Fulton County Senior Expo!
On Thursday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to Noon, I will be hosting my 2026 Senior Expo at the American Legion Post 561 located at 411 N. 5th Street in McConnellsburg. This event is free to attend and will offer door prizes, health screenings, vendor exhibits and light refreshments. I look forward to seeing you all there! Keeping Our Families and Communities Safe
A year ago this month, the Senate took decisive action on several bills to keep our families and communities safe. Among the bills we passed are Senate Bill 92, known as Tyler’s Law, to impose tougher penalties on drug dealers who sell fentanyl resulting in a fatal overdose; Senate Bill 490 to prohibit non-monetary bail for the most dangerous individuals; and Senate Bill 347 to prohibit so-called “safe injection sites” – which endanger our neighborhoods in Pennsylvania. I voted for these bills because there is a clear and urgent need to give our law enforcement community new tools to combat these serious issues. Unfortunately, although the Senate passed all three bills with bipartisan votes, they continue to sit in the state House of Representatives waiting for action. It’s time for the House Democrats to advance these bills, and I will continue pushing for strong legislation to make our communities safer. Student Teachers Can Apply for Assistance Through PA Support Program
Planning to be a student teacher in 2026-27? The Student Teacher Support Program provides financial assistance in return for help alleviating Pennsylvania’s pressing teacher shortage. It provides $10,000 to eligible student teachers and up to $2,500 to teachers who mentor them. Recipients must commit to teaching in Pennsylvania for three years following the completion of their teaching certification. Selection will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis based on when the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency receives a completed student application. Learn more and apply here. You Can Help Deliver Senior Services in Our Area
Delivering meals, being a senior companion and other roles are open to volunteers of all ages and abilities with the state Aging Services Network. You can learn new skills, make friends and help others through these programs:
Find out more and apply online here or contact the local Area Agency on Aging to see where help is needed in our area. Out and About in the 30th DistrictNational Donate Life Month April is National Donate Life Month. Each year, Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) flags are raised to bring awareness to the critical need of donor organs. Thank you to the staff at Conemaugh Nason Hospital, who raise the flag each April. To learn more about how you can become a donor, visit core.org.
Week of the Young Child In recognition of The Week of the Young Child, I was invited to read to the Pre-K Learning Lamp classroom at Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School. I enjoyed spending time with my new friends!
2 County Boro Dinner The Mifflin-Juniata 2 County Boro dinner was held at the Lewistown Community Center. Lewistown Mayor Deb Bargo hosted the event attended by borough council and mayors from both Mifflin and Juniata Counties. Joshua Ehrman, Deputy Executive Director at Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs, spoke about important legislation impacting our boroughs.
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