Moul, Klunk Announce Over $37,000 for Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program

Mar. 09, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Dan Moul (R-Adams) and Kate Klunk (R-York) today announced a $37,800 state grant to support Shining Stars’ Therapeutic Riding Program. This organization provides structured, healing focused equine activities for Pennsylvania veterans who served in the armed forces, as well as children and adults with special needs.

Moul, Klunk Announce Over $37,000 for Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program

Mar. 09, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – State Reps. Dan Moul (R-Adams) and Kate Klunk (R-York) today announced a $37,800 state grant to support Shining Stars’ Therapeutic Riding Program. This organization provides structured, healing focused equine activities for Pennsylvania veterans who served in the armed forces, as well as children and adults with special needs.

Twardzik, Argall Announce $100,000 Grant for Pottsville Park Improvements

Mar. 09, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) are thrilled to announce the City of Pottsville has been awarded a $100,000 Keystone Communities grant to support the Pottsville Greenways project. The funding will help build a connector trail from the JFK Park facility to the Pottsville Area School District, linking into the existing 9/11 Trail and improving recreational opportunities and access for residents.

Olsommer Legislation Seeks to Bring Property Tax Relief to Residents

Mar. 09, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeff Olsommer (R-Wayne/Pike) has introduced legislation, House Bill 2153, that would require any increase in property tax revenue from the construction of new data centers within a school district be used exclusively to fund additional Homestead/Farmstead property tax relief for district residents.

Area Maple Producers Honored

Mar. 06, 2026 /

Larry and Phyllis Hamilton were recently honored at an open house celebrating their retirement after more than 45 years of dedication to Hamilton’s Maple Farm in Ulysses!

Williams Introduces Electricity Ratepayer Protection Act

Mar. 06, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Craig Williams (R-Delaware/Chester) introduced the Pennsylvania Ratepayer Protection Act. The legislation will lower electricity costs for families and small businesses while preparing the Commonwealth for the rapidly growing energy demand deriving from data center buildout and electrification across the economy.

Train to Nowhere – Berks County Edition

Mar. 06, 2026 /

In my past two newsletters, which you can sign up for here, I have begun to show constituents how gaming money is being diverted to purposes never intentioned, thus leaving less money to reduce property taxes for all residents.

Latest News from State Capitol and 55th District

Mar. 05, 2026 /

Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) - As March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and with the recent increase in new diagnoses, what better way to highlight this important subject than with someone who is battling with it. As he did in March 2025, this week, Jordan Frei, who assists me with publications and communications, will be a guest columnist and provide a firsthand account of his experience.

Irvin to Host Seniors for Safe Driving Program March 24

Mar. 04, 2026 /

HARRISBURG – Motorists age 55 and older who want to sharpen their driving skills while also getting a discount on auto insurance are encouraged to sign up for Rep. Rich Irvin’s (R-Franklin/Huntingdon) Seniors for Safe Driving class on Tuesday, March 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westminster Woods, 360 Westminster Drive, Huntingdon.