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2017-18 Pennsylvania Grant & Resource Directory now available

(Nov 21, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

The 2017-18 Pennsylvania Grant & Resource Directory is now available. This is a free resource available to the public that includes a general overview of helpful government programs along with deadline and contact information. Click on the image below to access the directory. Read more

Hill-Evans partners to host Diverse and Minority Business Forum

(Oct 27, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

YORK, Oct. 27 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans will partner with other local and state officials for a Diverse and Minority Business Forum, where attendees can learn more about state business programs and opportunities. The forum, a partnership with York Mayor C. Kim Bracey and Pennsylvania Deputy Secretary of General Services Kerry Kirkland, will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30, at the York College Graham School of Business, Yorkview Hall, 441 Country Club Road. Attendees can learn more about how to do business with the state and about programs such as COSTARS, which provides increased opportunities for small and diverse businesses to compete for state and municipal contracts. Information also will be available about how to work with the City of York, the York City School District and others who do business with the state. “There are many resources available to help ensure that small- and minority-owned businesses are able to compete and thrive in Pennsylvania,” said Hill-Evans, D-York. “By bringing many of those resources together at this event, I hope we can make it easier for small-business owners to find the help they need.” Register for the event at www.yorkcity.org . For more information, call Hill-Evans’ office at 717-848-9595. Read more

November 2017 Constitutional Amendment Ballot Question FAQ

(Oct 25, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

November 2017 Constitutional Amendment Ballot Question FAQ: House Bill 1285 (HB 1285), introduced by Representative Maloney, is an amendment to the Pennsylvania Constitution. HB 1285 was approved by both Chambers of the General Assembly during both the 15/16 Legislative Session and the 17/18 Legislative Session, and is now scheduled for public vote via referendum on November 7 th , 2017. Below are some frequently asked constituent questions and their answers: Q: What is the current homestead exemption and what does the constitutional amendment change? A: Currently, the Pennsylvania Constitution, as well as Statute, allows a homestead exemption of 50% of the median assessed value of homesteads. For example, if the median value of homesteads in a political subdivision is $100,000, then the political subdivision would be able to exempt up to $50,000 from the value of homesteads within its jurisdiction before assessing their property tax rate. The Constitutional Amendment would enable a future General Assembly to increase the exemption amount to 100% of the value of each homestead. This means a homestead valued at $50,000 would receive a $50,000 exemption. A homestead valued at $100,000 would receive a $100,000 exemption. A homestead valued at $200,000 would receive a $200,000 exemption. Q: If the Constitutional Amendment is successful, would this have an immediate effect on property taxes? A: No. The amendment is merely providing an additional tool for the Read more

Hill-Evans releases statement on state budget

(Oct 19, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans, D-York, issued this statement on this week’s vote on 2017-18 state budget-related legislation. Read more

Hill-Evans honors local pharmacist

(Oct 13, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

YORK, Oct. 13 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans honored a local pharmacist today in recognition of American Pharmacists and Pharmacy Month in Pennsylvania. Hill-Evans introduced H.R. 464, a resolution that designated October to recognize pharmacists. On Friday, she presented a copy of the resolution to Lynford King, pharmacist and owner at the Medicine Shoppe on South Queen Street. “Lynford King and other pharmacists play a key role in keeping our communities healthy,” said Hill-Evans, D-York. “Our pharmacists have to get to know us and our medical histories, so that we understand our prescription medication properly.” “The opioid crisis has magnified the important role that pharmacists play. They are at the forefront of this fight as we work to stop prescription drug abuse and educate patients on the risks,” Hill-Evans said. “I’m pleased to be able to recognize one of our local pharmacists for doing great work in the community.” Pennsylvania has 22,606 licensed pharmacists. Read more

Hill-Evans to host free shredding event

(Oct 06, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

HARRISBURG, Oct. 6 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans will host a free shredding event on Saturday, Oct. 21. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Spring Garden Township Police Department, 340 Tri Hill Road, York. “Shredding documents that contain personal information is a great way to protect yourself from identity theft,” said Hill-Evans, D-York. “And the shredded paper is recycled, so it’s a win for the environment as well.” Documents suggested for shredding include any papers containing Social Security numbers, credit card or bank account information, insurance or income tax records, bank statements, and canceled or unused checks. The shredding will be done on-site. Donations of nonperishable food will also be collected for a local food bank. Anyone with questions can call Hill-Evans’ office at 717-848-9595. Read more

General Assembly members look to raise awareness on diaper need in Pa. with ‘Diaper Need Awareness Week’ and donation drive

(Sep 25, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

HARRISBURG, Sept. 25 – State Reps. Rosita C. Youngblood, D-Phila., and Carol Hill-Evans, D-York, along with state Sen. John Blake, D-Lackawanna/Luzerne/Monroe, have partnered together for the Fourth Annual Diaper Need Awareness Week Capitol Diaper Drive, a two-week event held in the East Wing Rotunda of the state Capitol building. Members of the General Assembly, flanked by advocates and nonprofit organizations working to reduce the diaper gap in Pennsylvania, will host a news conference at noon Tuesday, Sept. 26, in the East Wing Rotunda , recognizing “Diaper Need Awareness Week” and promoting the Fourth Annual Capitol Diaper Drive. Donations of unopened diapers, wipes and other products, including incontinent products and disposable adult undergarments, for the diaper drive will be collected in the East Wing Rotunda from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day for two weeks, from Sept. 25 to Oct. 6 . The diaper drive is being held in conjunction with Hill-Evans’ and Youngblood’s H.R. 506 , a resolution recognizing “Diaper Need Awareness Week” in Pennsylvania, which is scheduled for a House vote on Tuesday, Sept. 26. Last year, more than 5,000 diapers were collected during this bipartisan event to raise awareness of Pennsylvania’s growing diaper need. Labeled donation bins will also be placed in locations around the Capitol. For more information, contact Youngblood's office at 717-772-9920, or Blake’s office at Read more

Hill-Evans collects diaper donations to raise awareness of need

(Sep 22, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

YORK, Sept. 22 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans will collect donated diapers in her district office from Monday to Oct. 6, as she joins other state legislators in an effort to raise awareness of what is known as the “diaper gap.” Hill-Evans, D-York, joined state Rep. Rosita Youngblood, D-Phila., to introduce a resolution marking Sept. 25 to Oct. 1 as “Diaper Need Awareness Week” in Pennsylvania. One in three mothers find it difficult to provide diapers for their children, which might cause babies or toddlers to wear one diaper for a day or longer, which poses health risks. Incontinent adults also can have difficulty affording disposable undergarments, which can cause them to face serious medical issues. “It’s heartbreaking to think that a mom or dad might have to make a choice between paying the bills or buying diapers for a child,” Hill-Evans said. “Many community organizations are working to try to fill the ‘diaper gap,’ and I hope we can help by raising awareness of the need that exists.” The fourth annual Diaper Need Awareness Week Diaper Drive will be held Monday to Oct. 6 at the state Capitol. Donations also will be accepted at Hill-Evans’ district office, 53 E. North St., Suite 3, York. The disposable diapers and wipes packages must be sealed. Donated diapers will be given to a Pennsylvania diaper bank registered with the National Diaper Bank Network. Read more

PLBC visits Cheyney University to celebrate HBCU week

(Sep 21, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

HARRISBURG, Sept. 21 – State Rep. Joran Harris, D-Phila., chairman of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, visited Cheyney University this week to celebrate National Historically Black College and University week. Harris and several members of the PLBC were joined by Congressman Dwight Evans to discuss the importance of HBCUs in Pennsylvania and throughout the nation. “It was a pleasure to join my colleagues and speak with Cheyney University students about the role that HBCUs play in our nation,” Harris said. “Cheyney University is much more than a place we send our students to learn. For 180 years, Cheyney has prepared students of color to successfully take on the world. We must ensure that it continues to do so.” Established in 1837, Cheyney University is the nation’s first historically black college. Harris and other members of the PLBC serve on the Cheyney University task force. In May, the task force urged the State System of Higher Education to forgive the university of more than $30 million in loans. “Our visit to Cheyney University was productive and gave us an opportunity to speak with students and get their perspective on what is happening at the university,” said Rep. James Roebuck, D-Phila., Democratic chairman of the House Education Committee. “As Democratic chairman, I believe these conversations are important and help us make thoughtful decisions in Harrisburg. This encourages me to intensify my Read more

Hill-Evans: Emergency Preparedness Is Vital

(Sep 13, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

Pa. state Rep. Carol Hill-Evans speaks on the House Floor in support of H.R. 448, which designates September 2017 as Emergency Preparedness Month in Pennsylvania. Read more

Hill-Evans: Republican Budget Bad For PA

(Sep 12, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

Pa. state Rep. Carol Hill-Evans joined House Democratic colleagues to demand a responsible alternative revenue proposal and to ask Republican colleagues to stop playing games and get the 2017-18 state budget passed. Read more

Hill-Evans: It's On Us PA

(Sep 06, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

Pa. state Rep. Carol Hill-Evans discusses the importance of putting an end to sexual violence and how crucial the It’s on Us PA campaign is to protecting all students - kindergartners to college students. Read more

Supporting the "It's on Us" Campaign to Combat Campus Sexual Assault

(Sep 06, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

Students from York College and I joined Governor Tom Wolf, fellow legislators, advocates, and other students today in the Capitol to announce the upcoming introduction of a package of six bills as part of his “It’s On Us PA” campaign to combat sexual violence in K-12 schools and on college and university campuses. I’m a proud co-sponsor of the bills, and the prime sponsor of my own bill aimed at better protecting students from sexual violence on Campus. House Bill 1633 would create the Task Force on Campus Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Assault within the state Education Department to hold hearings on college campuses and report back on how we can reduce the occurrence of sexual assaults on campuses and better support victims. The six bills a part of the governor’s plan are: • Expand the scope, authority, and capacity of the Office for Safe Schools within the Department of Education to support both K-12 and post-secondary institutions, as well as monitor compliance with existing federal and state requirements related to sexual violence prevention and response. (HB1752 sponsored by Rep. Karen Boback and SB870 sponsored by Sen. Vincent Hughes) • Publish an annual report card on sexual violence and harassment in K-12 and post-secondary institutions using existing data reported to the Department and/or other publicly reported data. Read more

Kinsey, Hill-Evans push for emergency preparedness month in Pa.

(Sep 06, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

HARRISBURG, Sept. 6 – In an effort to ensure Pennsylvanians are ready when crisis strikes, state Reps. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., and Carol Hill-Evans, D-York, are pushing to make September 2017 Emergency Preparedness Month across the commonwealth. “It’s heartbreaking to watch the devastation unfold down south from Hurricane Harvey,” Kinsey said. “We want to make sure Pennsylvanians know about the tools at their disposal to properly prepare if a situation of that magnitude were to happen here.” House Resolution 448 encourages the public to take advantage of online resources offered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( FEMA ) and Pennsylvania’s Emergency Management Agency ( PEMA ) to: Learn how to create an emergency plan. Acquire information on how to handle various disasters. “The resolution would act as a critical reminder to know how to protect yourself and your family before and during a time of emergency,” Hill-Evans explained. “Having a strategy in place ahead of time gives us a better chance of saving lives instead of losing them.” This would coincide with National Emergency Preparedness month, which emphasizes the importance of strengthening the security and resiliency of the United States through comprehensive planning for a wide range of hazards, including national disasters, cyber-attacks and terrorism. H.R. 448 is awaiting consideration in the House. Read more

Hill-Evans honors local produce vendor for Pennsylvania Produce Month

(Aug 29, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

YORK, Aug. 29 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans, D-York, today honored Central Market produce vendor Dennis Fitz with a House resolution honoring Produce Month in Pennsylvania. A copy of Hill-Evans’ H.R. 425, designating August 2017 as Pennsylvania Produce Month, was presented to him at Central Market. “The work Mr. Fitz does is essential to ensuring that Central Market is bringing fresh produce into the city, where people might otherwise not be able to get it,” Hill-Evans said. “His work – and the work of all Pennsylvania farmers, food vendors and related specialists – contributes greatly to our health and well-being in the commonwealth. “The state and our community are very appreciative of his commitment.” Pennsylvania has a long history of farming produce among its many agricultural products. With over 4,300 farm families managing approximately 55,000 acres of farmland producing more than 330,000 tons of vegetables each year, Pennsylvania owes a large debt of thanks and recognition to our farmers, Hill-Evans said. “These farms are responsible for providing healthy food options for Pennsylvanians, generating economic activity in their communities and promoting the diverse crops grown in the commonwealth,” she said. Pennsylvania is a leader in producing a variety of produce. The state is No. 1 in mushroom production as well as fourth in apple, strawberry, and pumpkin production. These Read more

Hill-Evans: Hate-fueled assemblies have no place in modern communities

(Aug 17, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

YORK, Aug. 17 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans, D-York, issued the following statement following her appearance with York Mayor Kim Bracey today condemning the acts of violence and hatred in Charlottesville over the weekend and President Donald Trump’s response to them. “Following the appalling events in Charlottesville on Friday and Saturday, I must speak out against certain victim-blaming responses and normalizing of radical behaviors involved with the race-based violence that is threatening minorities across America,” she said. “Enough is enough. Because our president is so unwilling to denounce the hate fueling this crisis in America, I am proud to stand with a growing number of public officials across all good political backgrounds in loudly condemning any actions or groups in this country that seek to claim a superior race, advocate for a country exclusive to one race or revise the proud history or contributions of any entire race of people. “There is no room for hate, bigotry, racism, xenophobia or sexism in our communities, and I’m proud of anyone who stands against them. “Our fight against these evil forces might be our defining moment as we creep deeper into an obviously failed presidency and moral bankruptcy in the White House.” Read more

Hill-Evans Hails Stronger Animal Protection Law

(Jun 28, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

Pa. state Rep. Carol Hill-Evans joined Governor Tom Wolf, lawmakers, animal activists and officials for the enactment of Act 10 of 2017, the landmark overhaul of Pennsylvania’s animal protection laws. Read more

Hill-Evans proposes bills to create sexual assault task force, protect domestic violence victims

(Jun 28, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

HARRISBURG, June 28 – State Rep. Carol Hill-Evans this week introduced two bills, one of which would establish a task force on campus “intimate partner” sexual assault and violence, and the other would allow a domestic-abuse victim to cancel a shared phone plan with his or her attacker. Both bills were designed with intimate and domestic partners in mind, Hill-Evans said, because most victims of violence or sexual assault are attacked by a partner or someone they know. “The circumstances behind intimate-partner and domestic abuse are often similar across cases, and I believe that a fresh look into the issues could help modernize the programs and laws designed to prevent this cruel form of violence and criminally charge those who choose to partake in it,” she said. The first bill, H.B. 1633, would create the Task Force on Campus Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Assault within the Department of Education comprising various individuals who serve academic communities. This would include presidents of colleges and universities, police chiefs, judges, a psychiatrist or licensed clinical social worker, students who demonstrate a commitment to the prevention of intimate partner violence or sexual assault, a representative of an organization representing the interests of LGBT students, and members of the House and Senate Education committees. According to federal government data, Penn State University ranked first in the nation for the Read more

DEP Grants Available for Alternative Fuel Transportation

(Jun 21, 2017) Department of Environmental Protection

HARRISBURG, June 20 – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is accepting grant applications for innovative, advanced fuel and vehicle technology projects that will result in cleaner advanced alternative transportation within the Commonwealth. DEP’s Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Program offers funding for the purchase and use of alternative fuels and alternative fuel vehicles. Grant applications will be accepted throughout 2017 with submission period deadlines in July and December, 2017. DEP will hold an informational webinar on the program to detail the types of projects eligible for grants at 11:00 AM on June 22, 2017. Registration is required; to register, please click here https://copa.webex.com/copa/onstage/g.php?MTID=eedfde5fedc312bbf14e327e98f974412 “Now more than ever it is important to look at ways that we can cut down greenhouse gas pollution from all sectors,” said Patrick McDonnell, DEP Secretary. “Transportation grants such as these provide support for schools and other entities to cut down on their carbon footprints and improve the air we breathe, all while saving money.” The AFIG Program can assist school districts, municipal authorities, nonprofits, corporations, LLCs, and partnerships registered to do business in Pennsylvania in offsetting the costs of implementing alternative fuel using transportation projects. The Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program is funded by annual Read more

Hill-Evans Honors Special Olympics Champion

(Jun 13, 2017) Rep. Carol Hill-Evans

Pa. state Rep. Carol Hill-Evans honors York resident Regine Theodore-Wise, who competed in the 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Austria, where she won a gold medal in the alpine advanced giant slalom and a bronze medal in the alpine advanced super G. Read more

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2017-18 Pennsylvania Grant & Resource Directory now available Nov 21, 2017

Hill-Evans partners to host Diverse and Minority Business Forum Oct 27, 2017

November 2017 Constitutional Amendment Ballot Question FAQ Oct 25, 2017

Hill-Evans releases statement on state budget Oct 19, 2017

Hill-Evans honors local pharmacist Oct 13, 2017

Hill-Evans to host free shredding event Oct 06, 2017

General Assembly members look to raise awareness on diaper need in Pa. with ‘Diaper Need Awareness Week’ and donation drive Sep 25, 2017

Hill-Evans collects diaper donations to raise awareness of need Sep 22, 2017

PLBC visits Cheyney University to celebrate HBCU week Sep 21, 2017

Hill-Evans: Emergency Preparedness Is Vital Sep 13, 2017

Hill-Evans: Republican Budget Bad For PA Sep 12, 2017

Hill-Evans: It's On Us PA Sep 06, 2017

Supporting the "It's on Us" Campaign to Combat Campus Sexual Assault Sep 06, 2017

Kinsey, Hill-Evans push for emergency preparedness month in Pa. Sep 06, 2017

Hill-Evans honors local produce vendor for Pennsylvania Produce Month Aug 29, 2017

Hill-Evans: Hate-fueled assemblies have no place in modern communities Aug 17, 2017

Hill-Evans Hails Stronger Animal Protection Law Jun 28, 2017

Hill-Evans proposes bills to create sexual assault task force, protect domestic violence victims Jun 28, 2017

DEP Grants Available for Alternative Fuel Transportation Jun 21, 2017

Hill-Evans Honors Special Olympics Champion Jun 13, 2017

2017-18 Pennsylvania Grant & Resource Directory now available
Nov 21, 2017

Hill-Evans partners to host Diverse and Minority Business Forum
Oct 27, 2017

November 2017 Constitutional Amendment Ballot Question FAQ
Oct 25, 2017

Hill-Evans releases statement on state budget
Oct 19, 2017

Hill-Evans honors local pharmacist
Oct 13, 2017

Hill-Evans to host free shredding event
Oct 06, 2017

General Assembly members look to raise awareness on diaper need in Pa. with ‘Diaper Need Awareness Week’ and donation drive
Sep 25, 2017

Hill-Evans collects diaper donations to raise awareness of need
Sep 22, 2017

PLBC visits Cheyney University to celebrate HBCU week
Sep 21, 2017

Hill-Evans: Emergency Preparedness Is Vital
Sep 13, 2017

Hill-Evans: Republican Budget Bad For PA
Sep 12, 2017

Hill-Evans: It's On Us PA
Sep 06, 2017

Supporting the "It's on Us" Campaign to Combat Campus Sexual Assault
Sep 06, 2017

Kinsey, Hill-Evans push for emergency preparedness month in Pa.
Sep 06, 2017

Hill-Evans honors local produce vendor for Pennsylvania Produce Month
Aug 29, 2017

Hill-Evans: Hate-fueled assemblies have no place in modern communities
Aug 17, 2017

Hill-Evans Hails Stronger Animal Protection Law
Jun 28, 2017

Hill-Evans proposes bills to create sexual assault task force, protect domestic violence victims
Jun 28, 2017

DEP Grants Available for Alternative Fuel Transportation
Jun 21, 2017

Hill-Evans Honors Special Olympics Champion
Jun 13, 2017