So far in 2026, my team has helped local residents get more than $186K of their own money back from the state’s Unclaimed Property Program. The money often comes from closed bank accounts, insurers, utilities, and medical facilities, and it’s often unclaimed because of misspelled names or incorrect addresses. In fact, one in ten Pennsylvanians has unclaimed property, with the average claim exceeding $1,000.

To see if you have unclaimed property waiting for you, visit here. You can also stop by my district office and my staff will be happy to help you search the database and complete the paperwork to apply.

I’m pleased to report that Versailles Borough was awarded a grant of $231,077 to replace 25 streetlights on Walnut Street. It’s one of 50 transportation projects across 27 counties that received funding this week through the state’s through the Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF). I’m proud to have supported a state budget that made this funding possible.

I will be hosting a free shredding event Oct. 24 to help you safely dispose of papers and disks with sensitive information. It will be 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at McKeesport High School parking lot. It’s a great way to protect your identity by ensuring documents don’t fall into the wrong hands—documents such as financial statements, cancelled checks, legal and insurance papers.

So plan on stopping by if you have any documents you’d like to shred, and feel free to call my office with any questions at (412)664-0035.

Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce, considering a career change, or seeking new skills, PA CareerLink is here to help you land your next role at no cost.

PA CareerLink offers comprehensive job listings across every industry, resume reviews, interview preparation and career counseling, skills training and certifications, and a variety of workshops and job fairs.

Get started by visiting the PA CareerLink website.

PACE and PACENET are the state’s prescription programs that help cover the cost of medication for eligible residents age 65+. There are income limits, which are listed above.

For more information, click here. Or stop by my office and we can help you with eligibility questions or applications.

PA ABLE is a tax-advantaged savings program for people with disabilities. It gives people with qualifying disabilities greater control of their finances and helps them plan a more secure future. Funds saved with PA ABLE are easily accessible and can be used for a wide range of disability-related expenses—from everyday costs like groceries and rent to larger expenses such as assistive technology, vehicle adaptations, and more.

To learn more, visit www.paable.gov, or call 855-529-ABLE (2253

I want to inform nonprofit organizations that they can apply now for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program to enhance security and protect against hate crimes at their facilities. I voted to include this $10 million program administered by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency in the 2026-27 state budget.

Grants can range from $5,000 to $150,000 for a variety of eligible items, including:

• Safety and security planning and training;
• Purchase safety and security equipment and technology;
• Upgrade existing structures that enhance safety and security; and
• Vulnerability and threat assessments.

The deadline for organizations to apply online is Sept. 10.

To help everyone stay safe when temperatures rise, I want to share some important tips and resources from state and county officials:

• To find a cooling center, residents can call 211 or visit southwest.pa211.org/summer-resources/.
• Older adults seeking a cool place can call Allegheny County’s SeniorLine (412-350-5460) and can also visit Allegheny Connect for a countywide list of senior centers.  

Be sure to check on neighbors, friends, and relatives—especially older adults, those with health conditions, and those without air conditioning—and remember these additional heat-related tips from the Allegheny County Emergency Services:

• Drink plenty of water   

• Limit time outdoors, especially mid-day   

• Never leave kids or pets in a car   
• If you need to be outdoors, be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, nausea, headache, or excessive sweating.
• When in doubt, take a break, cool down and seek help.  

My team and I are here to assist with a variety of state government-related services, so please don’t hesitate to visit the district office at Tube City Center in McKeesport, call us at 412-664-0035, or visit my website, www.repgoughnour.com.  

Pennsylvania State Capitol

117-A East Wing

Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-1018

District Office

409 Walnut St. First Floor

McKeesport, PA 15132-2524

(412) 664-0035

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