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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Celebrating Children’s Literacy at Simpson Library
Last Saturday, I was happy to participate in the Joseph T. Simpson Public Library's Reading Day in Upper Allen Township. The event featured local children's authors, games, crafts, a children's musician and food trucks. It was a fun time for children and families in the 87th District!
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2024-25 State Budget Update
The state House and Senate are scheduled to return to legislative session at the state Capitol today, as work continues toward the adoption of a state budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year.
As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue to be closely engaged in the budget process and am hopeful it will soon be completed for the people of Pennsylvania. Remember to check my Facebook page, Instagram and email updates for any news about the budget.
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New State Law to Offer Added Protections for Victims of Data Breaches
A new state law will help protect consumers impacted by data breaches.
Act 33 of 2024, which received unanimous support in both the House and Senate, requires an impacted organization to provide a free credit report and one year of credit monitoring to affected consumers. It also strengthens notification requirements and mandates notification of the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General if a data breach occurs in the Commonwealth.
The measure would cover instances in which an individual’s first and last name or first initial and last name have been accessed in combination with any of the following information: Social Security number, bank account number, or driver’s license or state ID number.
A record 3,122 data breaches occurred nationally in 2023, affecting hundreds of millions of Americans and costing billions of dollars, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center. It marked a 72% increase in data compromises from the previous all-time high in 2021.
The law will take effect in late September.
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Growing PA’s Meat-Processing Businesses
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for its 2024-25 Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grant Program.
The grant program supports the development and expansion of current or future meat and poultry processing operations across Pennsylvania, offering reimbursement funds to cover costs associated with opening or expanding operations, or obtaining a grant of inspection from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety Inspection Service.
A total of $500,000 is available for 2024-25, with a maximum grant amount of $100,000. Applications can be submitted through the Single Application for Assistance online applications system and are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2.
Additional information is available here.
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Fun for All Ages Awaits at PA Fairs
Summer is in full swing, and so is Pennsylvania fair season! Communities across the Commonwealth are hosting dozens of fairs featuring food, fun and entertainment, as well as competitive exhibits highlighting animals, produce, crops, crafts, baking and more.
To plan your fair visit, check out the 2024 PA Fair Guide here.
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