It is an honor to work for you and the residents of our district and I take great pride in representing you in Harrisburg. I am aware of the challenges that face our state and I am dedicated to facing those challenges so that together, we can make our communities the best that they can be. As a way for you to keep up with the work that is happening on your behalf, check the stories listed below, and as always, feel free to contact me for more information about any state-related matter.
Lebanon High hosts sexting town hall meeting
From The Lebanon Daily News
Text messaging is a phenomenon that has virtually swept the world in the last five years.
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Programs on 'sexting,' social networking issues offered in Lebanon
From The Harrisburg Patriot-News
A town meeting on “sexting,” a "Take Back the Night" rally at Lebanon Valley College and film on the problems associated with social networking Web sites are among the events planned during Sexual Assault Awareness Month by the Sexual Assault Resource and Counseling Center.
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Legislators unsure if wave can be stopped
From The Lebanon Daily News
The amount of money Pennsylvania's school districts must contribute to the Public School Employees Retirement System is expected to swell in the next several years. But what can be done to stem the financial tide?
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PA Welfare Budget Questioned
From wduqnews.com
Legislative hearings continue on Governor Ed Rendell's proposed $29 billion budget for fiscals 2010-11. That's $1.2 billion more than the current budget. Department of Public Welfare officials came under some tough questioning from House Republicans. Rendell has proposed a $9.7 billion budget for the Welfare Department, an increase of 4.5%.
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Midstate lawmakers are in the minority for refusing pay until budget is done
From Fox43.com
Games like Blackjack, Roulette, even Poker will be coming to a casino near you. The House approving the measure yesterday, sending it to the Governor's desk.
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Lawmakers Pass Pa. Table Games Bill
From WGAL.com
Lawmakers in Harrisburg have approved a bill that would legalize table games, such as poker and blackjack, at Pennsylvania casinos.
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