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In this Update:
Fighting for Women isn’t Extreme
Today we are sadly seeing the landmark protections that Title IX initially provided to women being eroded by politicians and unelected bureaucrats, as men claiming to be women unfairly compete in women’s sports. The physiological advantages that men possess are clear and unquestionable, and the inclusion of men in women’s sports has come at the expense of opportunity for so many women. We must stand up and defend the protections clearly outlined in Title IX and the rights that women fought so hard for. While some may call us extremists, I am proud of my colleagues here in the Senate as we continue to fight to save women’s sports! Join Us on Thursday in Reedsville, Mifflin County, for my Senior Expo!
Bill to Expand Body Camera Use for Law Enforcement Passes Senate
To boost safety and accountability, the Senate passed legislation to expand the use of body-worn cameras to additional law enforcement personnel. The measure was sent to the House of Representatives for consideration. Senate Bill 520 authorizes the use of body cameras by special agents with the Office of Attorney General, rangers with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and officers and deputies with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and Fish and Boat Commission. The bill also modernizes the legal framework for body camera usage to ensure consistency in how footage is recorded and managed, regardless of the department using it. New Law Protects Users of Virtual Currency
We passed a new law to protect the increasing number of Pennsylvanians using virtual currency, such as Bitcoin. Act 7 of 2025 requires transmission of virtual currency to be treated similar to money transmission under state law. As more citizens use virtual currencies, the criminal element has increasingly focused on using this platform to evade prosecution. Pennsylvania will join 26 other states regulating virtual currency under their money transmitter acts so individuals can engage with virtual currencies at their own discretion with consumer safeguards in place. Mount Union FBLA Competes at National Leadership Conference
From June 27 to July 3, Mount Union Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members Briley Benson, Emma Swanger, Sarah Varner and Jake Cooper attended the FBLA National Leadership Conference held in Anaheim, California. While in Anaheim, students were able to participate in multiple different workshops, team-building exercises and a variety of competitive events. The students also had the opportunity to network with business leaders and FBLA members from across the country. The primary reason for being in Anaheim was to compete against students in FBLA from throughout the county. Mount Union FBLA is proud to announce that Briley Benson placed 4th in the country in her competitive event: Future Business Educator. With over 15,000 students from across the country in attendance, this is quite the accomplishment. Congratulations go out to Briley and to Mount Union FBLA for another very successful FBLA conference.
Nature Photo Contest Accepting Entries
Do you like to tell stories through photographs? The Susquehanna Greenway Photo Contest is accepting submissions through July 31. The contest focuses on life along the Susquehanna River through four categories: Recreation, Transportation, River Towns and Wildlife. Winners receive cash prizes and recognition in a traveling gallery. Find details and submission information here. You can view the stunning photographs from last year’s winners here. Flooded Roads: Turn Around, Don’t Drown
More than half of flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into flood water. It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars. Please play it safe and don’t drive around barricades on flooded roads. Never willingly walk, swim or drive through flood waters. Turn around, don’t drown. Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with PA Creameries
With nearly 5,000 dairy farms, Pennsylvania ranks third nationally in ice cream production. You can make your summer sweeter by visiting PA creameries through Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail. The trail connects dairy farm families and ice cream lovers at 52 destinations statewide. Travelers can plan their adventures, learn about participating creameries and accumulate redeemable points by visiting trail stops and making purchases. Find a list of participating creameries, their features and sign-up information here. Out and About the 30th DistrictJuly is Independent Retailer Month, and I have the opportunity to visit with so many wonderful retailers around the 30th District, seeing firsthand the economic impact they have on our Commonwealth. I always look forward to seeing you around the district as I am out and about! Tour of Truss Tech, Inc. I had the pleasure of touring Truss Tech, Inc. located in the Juniata County Industrial Park in Mifflintown. Kayla Reed, human resources director and office manager, and Jeremy Kenepp, general manager, showed us around their facility. Truss Tech manufactures roof trusses for residential, commercial, institutional and agricultural clients. They provide complete design, engineering work and manufacturing of these trusses.
Keystone Koating Employs Mifflintown for 20 Years I toured Keystone Koating located in the Juniata County Industrial Park in Mifflintown. Keystone Koating which opened in 1986 in Lititz and expanded to Mifflintown in 2005, provides commercial and industrial powder coating to its customers. Thank you to Dave Saner and General Manager Fred Permodi, for the tour.
Pigeon Cove Farms Pigeon Cove Farms in Warfordsburg, was established in 1889, and is led by owners and operators, Brad Palmer, 5th generation, and Logan Palmer, 6th generation. They have recently taken over from 4th generation, father and grandfather, Lonnie Palmer and wife Deb, who are stepping into retirement. It was nice to meet the whole family. We were even treated to a sample of cheese made locally with milk from their farm.
Fulton County Commissioners and Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Made a quick visit to the new county offices where the County Commissioners were just wrapping up their public meeting. We then went upstairs to the Fulton County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. As always, it was fun to see my friend, Jean Pepple, who was recently hired by the Chamber. We were also greeted by Trent Sowers, the new Executive Director. The Chamber will be in fantastic hands with this dynamic duo.
Wild Annie’s Restaurant You can always count on having great food when you have lunch at Wild Annie’s Restaurant, located in McConnellsburg. What began as a food truck has turned into one of the town’s favorite dine-in eateries. Love the food and the charming, relaxed atmosphere! Here I am with owner and chef, Anne Marie Hollinshead.
MacDonald’s Pharmacy I stopped by MacDonald’s Pharmacy located at the Fulton County Medical Center. Co-owner and pharmacist, Ben Stonesifer, gave us a behind-the-scenes tour of the pharmacy operations. MacDonald’s has been a staple of the community for decades. Here I am pictured with Ben and customer Marilyn Dunkle.
Upward Broadband Ribbon Cutting Kathleen from my McConnellsburg District Office and her dog, Tucker, attended the official ribbon cutting of the new Upward Broadband wireless internet tower held at the Hustontown Volunteer Fire Company. Tucker enjoyed a cold drink of water, courtesy of Chief Darius DeShong.
Great Day at McConnellsburg Fire Company A pleasure to be with Jim Fittery recently at the McConnellsburg Fire Company.
Juniata County Livestock Auction This week I attended the Juniata County livestock auction and purchased a market lamb from Sadie Ferster of Thompsontown. Sadie is 9 years old and did a great job raising her lamb!
Hollidaysburg Auto Parts One of those great Independent Retailers is Hollidaysburg Auto Parts. Pictured is Jim Hilling, owner, Wes Stayer and Trey Gildea.
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