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In this Update:
Budget Hearing on Pennsylvania Department of Aging
As chairman of the Senate Aging and Youth Committee, I joined my senate colleagues this week for an Appropriations Committee hearing focused on the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, where I questioned the department’s leadership on aspects of its proposed budget. You can watch the budget hearing here. Performance-Based Funding Council Hearing at the University of Pittsburgh
I traveled to Pittsburgh last week to attend a Performance-Based Funding Council hearing at the University of Pittsburgh where I heard testimony related to performance-based funding formulas. You can watch the hearing here. Langerholc Encourages Continued Comments on Governor’s Proposed Correction Facilities Closure
The Department of Corrections will hold a listening session for Quehanna Boot Camp on Thursday, April 10, at 5 p.m. at Community Alliance Church, 34136 Frenchville Karthaus Hwy, Karthaus, PA 16845. We will inform you once the SCI Rockview listening session is scheduled. While I strongly oppose this proposal, I need you to voice your opposition by emailing ra-crdocclose@pa.gov or by leaving a voicemail at 888-316-8950. Your input is crucial in showing the governor what we already know—that these facilities are invaluable assets, not only to our community but to the entire commonwealth. Langerholc Emphasizes Importance of Penn State DuBois
This week, Penn State University announced the formation of a special committee to review the potential closure of a number of its Commonwealth Campuses. I am confident that the special committee will be enlightened to the tremendous successes the DuBois campus has realized, its impact on the community, and the integral role this campus plays in the broad Penn State Collaborative. I am eager to showcase the DuBois campus and welcome discussion on how to improve its efficiency in light of other campus closures. Penn State DuBois is delivering cutting-edge, real-world, and essential education to many from our region and beyond. It makes little sense to close the door on the success of these students. Reporting State Fraud and Waste
Commonwealth employees and private citizens can take action to stop fraud and misconduct in Pennsylvania state government. Complaints can be made online with the Office of the State Inspector General (OSIG) against a commonwealth employee, agency or contractor regarding an issue related to an executive agency of the commonwealth. The OSIG works to maintain public confidence in government by combating fraud, waste, misconduct and abuse in commonwealth programs, operations and contracts. Snowmobiling in State Forests and Parks
State parks and forests offer all sorts of recreational opportunities, including snowmobiling. There are thousands of miles and hundreds of acres of designated snowmobile areas for exploration. As long as there is enough snow cover, snowmobile trails open the day after the last day of Pennsylvania’s regular or extended rifle deer season and close April 1 or earlier as determined by the district forester or park manager. During snowmobiling season, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources posts snow and trail conditions three times per week. While riding your snowmobile, you must carry with you or on the vehicle a certificate of registration, proof of liability insurance, registration plate affixed to the vehicle, expiration stickers (does not apply to limited registration) and valid safety certificate (ages 10-15 if riding off of parent’s or guardian’s property). Learn more. Preventing Heart Attacks and Strokes
February is American Heart Month, which is a wonderful time for people of all ages to take steps to protect their hearts. Typically, we think of heart disease and stroke when we think of the challenges that can result from poor heart health. Maintaining healthy blood pressure and eating well can help to prevent a cardiac event. But heart health isn’t just for adults. More than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest outside of the hospital each year. By learning CPR, you will be ready to respond in an emergency. |
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