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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Honoring the Fallen on Memorial Day
I spent this Memorial Day honoring our fallen heroes with the Silver Spring Veterans Committee. It was a privilege to be asked to say a few words about the importance of our veterans and speak about the significance of remembering and honoring the 1.1 million Americans we’ve lost in conflict. Thank you for the opportunity to speak on this important day of remembrance.
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Visiting Biztown at Monroe Elementary School
Last week, I had the opportunity to visit JA Biztown at Monroe Elementary School. It was fun to talk to the students about how I ran for office and became city attorney when Biztown was known as Exchange City. The lessons students learn during this program can translate to a career later in life, as it did for me. Thanks for the opportunity to visit and say a few words!
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Local Students Tour the Capitol
This week, several classes from Iron Forge and Winding Creek elementary schools visited the Capitol. I always enjoy hosting student tour groups which provides them with a unique opportunity to learn about our Commonwealth’s history, state government and historic Capitol building. Thanks for coming to Harrisburg!
Iron Forge Elementary School
Winding Creek Elementary School
To see more photos from these tours, please visit www.Facebook.com/RepKutz or www.Instragram.com/RepKutz.
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In the Classroom at Elmwood Academy
On Wednesday, I visited the students at Elmwood Academy and enjoyed some time in the classroom! After talking to the students about my job as their state representative, I had the opportunity to read to them. It’s always great to spend time with the next generation of leaders in Pennsylvania!
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Touring Kiddie Academy
This week, I also visited the students at Kiddie Academy. While on a tour of its facilities, I spoke with school leaders about their needs and issues in early childhood education and child care. It was great to spend some time interacting with the folks at Kiddie Academy, reading to the students and learning more about the issues child care centers are facing today.
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Don’t Forget the FAFSA
Students, don’t forget to submit your FAFSA application before tomorrow, June 1, to claim state financial aid.
FAFSA is the gateway to all federal, state and most institutional financial aid in Pennsylvania, including student loans available for all income levels. The FAFSA form allows students to request federal grants, work-study funds and loans, all in one application. This year, students can access up to $5,750 in aid by filling out the form. Toolkits and resources are available online.
In order to be considered for a PA State Grant, students must submit a completed FAFSA form before June 1.
Students and parents should click here for more information.
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House Fellowship Program Taking Applications
The Pennsylvania House Legislative Fellowship Program is accepting applications for its fall 2024 semester. The 13-week program is based at Pennsylvania’s Capitol in Harrisburg where fellows are placed in committee chair and House leadership offices.
Qualified applicants must be:
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College undergraduate juniors and seniors, graduate students or law school students. |
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Enrolled in a Pennsylvania college/university or a Pennsylvania resident enrolled in an out-of-state institution. |
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Students of any major with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. |
For more information or to apply, visit www.pahousefellowship.us. Applications can be submitted via email to pahousefellowship@pabmc.net. The deadline to apply is July 1.
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Save on Your Summer Electric Bill
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is reminding consumers that most electric distribution companies across the state will be adjusting electric generation prices on Saturday, June 1, for non-shopping, or default service, customers.
With energy prices set to increase in some areas and decrease in others, the PUC encourages consumers to stay informed about these changes and evaluate their energy options, even if they already have a contract with a competitive electric generation supplier. For more information, including a list of “price to compare” adjustments, click here.
You may also learn more about managing energy costs by visiting PAPowerSwitch.com, which includes access to competitive offers as well as energy-saving tips.
Additionally, PAGasSwitch.com, another site run by the PUC, helps consumers compare prices for natural gas providers.
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Attention Artists: PGC Seeks Paintings for Wildlife Design Contest
The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) is seeking paintings for its 2025 Working Together for Wildlife Design Contest.
The 2025 featured species is the black bear. One or more black bears can be featured in a horizontal painting measuring exactly 22.5x15 inches, or a vertical painting measuring exactly 15x22.5 inches. Each painting must have a 3-inch-wide white border or mat and be left unsigned and unframed.
Participants must be Pennsylvania residents. For each entry, there is a $30 non-refundable entrance fee payable to the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Paintings must be delivered to PGC headquarters, 2001 Elmerton Ave., Harrisburg, by 4 p.m. on Monday, July 22. For official rules and prize information, click here.
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