Election Day is Tuesday, Free shredding event set for Nov. 21, and more

Rep. Jeanne McNeill October 30, 2026 | 4:23 PM

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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.

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

Election Day is Tuesday!

The election will be here before you know it! This Tuesday, Nov. 3, is Election Day. Mail-in and absentee ballots must be received by your county election office by 8 p.m. Visit www.vote.pa.gov to find your polling location.

Free Shredding Event Set for Nov. 21 in Catasauqua

If you have old paperwork piling up at home, here’s an opportunity to clear it out while helping protect your personal information.

I’m partnering with state Sen. Nick Miller to host a free shredding event on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m. to noon at Francis H. Sheckler Elementary School, 251 N. 14th St., Catasauqua.

Residents of Catasauqua Borough, Coplay Borough and Hanover Township in Lehigh County are welcome to participate. Each vehicle may bring up to five boxes or five bags of documents for secure on-site shredding.

Accepted materials include old bills, bank and credit card statements, insurance and income tax records, canceled or unused checks, credit card applications and other paperwork containing personal information, such as Social Security or account numbers.

Please note that this event is for paper shredding only.

I hope you’ll take advantage of this free service to safely dispose of sensitive documents and clear out some clutter.

American Red Cross can install free smoke alarms for you

The American Red Cross’ Sound the Alarm Program operates nationwide and hooks people up with a local chapter that will visit their home and provide fire safety education and install free smoke alarms: https://www.redcross.org/sound-the-alarm.html?srsltid=AYCX9vLEhXYThyI9lgcJiwxFAKXc2OSlaK1teoHA9ngg9rRCYmjEq_c8

LIHEAP applications open November 2

As we prepare for winter, it is very important that you are able to stay warm in your home. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides grants to help eligible Pennsylvania households pay their heating bills, and applications for the 2026–27 LIHEAP season are scheduled to open on November 2, 2026.

Both homeowners and renters may qualify. Eligibility is based on household size and total household income. For more information and to apply, visit here.

State Police Launches Blue Envelope Program to Support People with Disabilities

The Pennsylvania State Police has launched the statewide Blue Envelope Program to improve communication during law enforcement encounters for people with disabilities, including autism, intellectual disabilities, and dementia.

The voluntary program allows individuals and families to use a recognizable blue envelope to share important information—such as communication preferences, sensory needs, and other considerations—with officers during a traffic stop.

Pennsylvanians can pick up blue envelopes at their local Pennsylvania State Police station. The envelopes will also be available at select community events hosted by the PSP Office of Community Engagement.

To find your local station and its contact information, visit the Pennsylvania State Police Troop Directory.

The program provides an additional tool to help officers better understand the needs of individuals with disabilities and support safer, more accessible interactions.

Medicare Open Enrollment Has Begun

The Medicare Open Enrollment Period began on October 15.

If you have questions about your current plan or want to know about your eligibility for a cost-saving program, you can get help from a Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision (PA MEDI) counselor.

PA MEDI provides easy-to-understand, unbiased help and information for people with Medicare, their families, and caregivers.

To talk to a PA MEDI counselor, reach out to your local Area Agency on Aging or call the Helpline, which is open M-F, 8 AM – 5 PM: 1-800-783-7067.