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Dear Neighbors,

I hope this email finds you well.

I want to share with you some valuable information on state programs and services and exciting updates from around the district. My staff and I are available to assist you with your concerns and access to state-related programs and services at my Whitehall office, located at 1080 Schadt Ave., so please stop by or call 610-266-1273.

You can also send me an email by clicking here.

And thank you for allowing me into your inbox to keep you informed of what’s happening in Harrisburg and our legislative district.

My district office will be closed for Christmas and New Year’s holidays on Dec. 24, 25, open until noon on Dec. 31 and closed on Jan. 1.

This is a reminder that Dec. 31 is the deadline to file for a rebate on property taxes or rent you paid in 2024.

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program is available to income-eligible seniors (65+), widows and widowers (50+), and residents with disabilities (18+). The program was recently expanded to provide larger rebates—ranging from $380 up to $1,000—and to assist more residents. The income limit is $46,520 for both homeowners and renters.

Visit pa.gov/PTRR to learn more about the program and this page to apply online. Our office can also help you apply!  

I was happy to visit the Cetronia Ambulance Corps on Thursday. I spoke with CEO Bob Mateff, Sr. and Carrie Frey, Director Operations.

Providing life-saving care to people every hour of every day is an incredible responsibility. I appreciated the opportunity to discuss both that responsibility and Cetronia’s needs to ensure they can continue saving lives in our communities.

I am sharing this request from the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission.

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) is developing guidance for the public on how it will evaluate cases involving the use of emotional support animals (ESAs) in education, employment, housing, and public accommodations.

Under the PHRA’s current provisions, emotional support animals are primarily recognized in the context of housing, ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to housing opportunities. However, these protections do not extend to other public spaces or accommodations.

The PHRC is seeking public input specifically on access to public accommodations for individuals with emotional support animals. Unlike service animals, such as guide dogs, emotional support animals are not trained to perform specific tasks. Instead, they provide significant emotional benefits to individuals with certain disabilities.

Public accommodations are places open to the public, like stores, restaurants, amusement parks, schools, colleges, and universities.

The PHRC invites input from individuals who use ESAs, advocacy groups, businesses, and other affected parties. We want to hear about your experiences, concerns, and suggestions. Public comments can be submitted through an online survey from December 1 through December 31, 2025.

You can comment here: https://tinyurl.com/2s38hbp4

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission offers a full list of activities and programs, including ice fishing and women’s steelhead fishing programs, which can be accessed via the link below.

https://www.register-ed.com/programs/landing/schedule/agency:38

Securing grants was a great way to close out the year for the communities in the 133rd District! I was glad to work alongside Sen. Nick Miller to help direct state funding to support the communities we love and represent—everything from firetrucks to playgrounds!

My legislation targeting the spread of illegal, foreign-manufactured e-cigarettes containing nicotine—including flavored products aimed at appealing to youth—is set to become law.

This legislation gives Pennsylvania the tools it needs to protect kids, support law-abiding retailers, and crack down on illegal vapor products that have flooded the market. Currently, there is no clear way for states to determine which products are legally authorized by the FDA. This bill closes that gap and brings accountability to a system that has long been exploited. I am grateful that my colleagues in the House and Senate, along with Attorney General Dave Sunday, prioritized children’s health and made this a bipartisan effort.

District Office

1080 Schadt Avenue
Whitehall, PA 18052

(610) 266-1273

Pennsylvania State Capitol
38A East Wing Main Capitol

PO Box 202133

Harrisburg, PA 17120

(717) 772-9902