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Capitol Report
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The latest news from the State Capitol
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Telephone Town Hall Recap: Thank You for Joining Us!
I hosted my first Telephone Town Hall of the year on Tuesday evening, and it was great connecting with so many of you! Thank you to everyone who took the time to join the conversation and ask thoughtful questions about the issues that matter most in our community.
If you have any follow-up questions or weren’t able to participate, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office at 717-975-2235. We’re always here to help.
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Welcoming Students to the Capitol
It’s always a pleasure to welcome students to the Capitol and share a glimpse into how state government works.
This week, we had the opportunity to meet with students from Green Ridge Elementary School. Thank you for stopping by! I hope you enjoyed your visit and learned something new about the legislative process.
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Talking Housing and Development with GHAR
I had the opportunity to attend the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR) Legislative Breakfast and Panel Discussion, where we discussed key issues impacting housing, development, and our local economy.
It was a productive conversation with industry professionals about how we can continue to support affordability in our region.
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Supporting Student Talent at Carlisle High School
I was glad to attend the Carlisle High School Culinary Luncheon alongside superintendent Dr. Friend.
The students did an incredible job preparing and serving their own dishes, an impressive display of skill, creativity, and dedication.
It’s great to see programs like this helping students build real-world experience.
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Breaking Ground at Shepherdstown Crossing
While I was at Carlisle High School, members of my staff were in attendance to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new Chipotle location at Shepherdstown Crossing, an exciting addition that will bring new jobs and more dining options to our community.
I am looking forward to seeing this project come to life!
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Save the Dates for My Upcoming Events
Residents of the 87th District are welcome to join us at these upcoming events. To RSVP (unless otherwise noted), please call my office at 717-975-2235 or visit RepKutz.com/Events.
Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance Program
Damaged License Plate Event
Home Care Chat with Sen. Greg Rothman
Join me and Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) for a Home Care Chat on April 2 at 1 p.m. at Lower Allen Community Park. We’ll be discussing the value of home care and the impact it has on families and communities across Pennsylvania. RSVP here.
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Community Document Shredding Events
My office is hosting two free community document shredding events to give residents a safe and secure way to dispose of personal documents. Both events are open to residential customers only and include a four-box or bag limit per household. Staples are accepted; please remove paperclips and binder clips.
RSVP is not required.
Mechanicsburg District Office
South Middleton Township Office
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Strengthening PA’s Competitiveness
The House Republican Policy Committee was in Franklin County this week to hold a hearing titled “Built in Pennsylvania: Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness.”
The hearing aimed to examine how policymakers can ensure Pennsylvania’s regulatory environment, energy policies and infrastructure systems support, rather than hinder, the ability of employers to compete and grow in Pennsylvania.
Testifiers included Mike Reed, vice president and general manager of North America operations for Manitowoc Cranes, Shady Grove; Gustavo Casagrandi, general manager for Volvo Construction Equipment; and Mike Ross, president of the Franklin County Area Development Corporation.
Video of the hearing is available here. To keep up with the latest news from the committee, visit them on Facebook, Instagram, X or TikTok.
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March 25 is National Medal of Honor Day
National Medal of Honor Day, celebrated annually on March 25, recognizes all recipients of the Medal of Honor, the highest military award for valor in the United States.
Created in 1861, the first medals were awarded to six members of “Andrews’ Raiders” for their volunteering and participation during an American Civil War raid in April of 1862, commonly known as “The Great Locomotive Chase.” The medal has since been awarded to 3,533 of our nation’s finest, including 19 recipients who have received two medals.
Pennsylvania is second only to New York in the number of Medal of Honor recipients at 380, according to the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.
Let us remember the gallantry and sacrifice of every recipient of the United States Armed Forces’ highest military decoration.
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Honoring Our Women Veterans License Plate
In recognition of Women's History Month in March, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is reminding drivers that purchasing a women veterans license plate both recognizes the importance of women who served and supports programs assisting the more than 62,000 women veterans in Pennsylvania.
The Honoring Our Women Veterans registration plate costs $42, with $15 going directly to the Pennsylvania Veterans' Trust Fund (VTF). The VTF regularly issues grants to statewide charitable organizations assisting veterans service organizations and county directors of veterans affairs. The grants are used to aid veterans in need of shelter, essential goods and other services.
The Women Veteran Registration plate is available to women veterans for a fee of $28. Both plates are also available for motorcycle owners.
To learn more about how to purchase plates honoring women veterans, or other military-related license plates, click here.
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Introducing Our Youth to Trout Fishing!
Next Saturday, March 28, is Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day across the Commonwealth.
To participate, youth anglers (those under the age of 16) must have either a free Mentored Youth Permit or a Voluntary Youth Fishing License. More information about the mentored youth program, as well as a link to obtain a permit or license, is available here.
The following Saturday, April 4, is the first day of trout season. If you haven’t already, be sure to buy your fishing licenses and permits and get your gear organized. Visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) online at www.fishandboat.com or the FishBoatPA mobile app for more information.
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Grants Available to Grow Ag Exports in PA
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has opened the latest round of funding for Agricultural Product Promotion, Education and Export Promotion Grants.
The program will make available up to $381,810 in competitive matching grants to support nonprofit organizations engaged in market research, education, promotion and export development for agricultural products grown, raised or produced in Pennsylvania.
Preference will be given to nonprofit organizations with experience in marketing products internationally. Click here for more information.
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