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In this Update:
Listening Session on Proposed Quehanna Boot Camp Closure
This week, I attended the listening session, hosted by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, on the governor’s proposal to close the Quehanna Boot Camp. Thank you to everyone who attended and shared personal stories and experiences. If you would like to provide feedback to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections but could not attend the listening session, the department is also accepting comments via email to ra-crdocclose@pa.gov or by voicemail to 888-316-8950. Bridge Dedication Ceremony to Honor PFC Wallace Rice
Last week, I hosted a bridge dedication ceremony to honor Private First Class (PFC) Wallace Rice. A graduate of Johnstown High School, PFC Rice enlisted in the United States Army and served in World War II. On September 19, 1944, PFC Rice was wounded in the line of duty. For his sacrifice, he was awarded a Purple Heart. PFC Rice passed away on January 18, 1975, and is buried at Richland Cemetery in Richland Township, Cambria County. To honor the service and sacrifice of PFC Rice, the bridge carrying State Route 56 over Walters Avenue in Richland Township has been renamed the PFC Wallace Rice Memorial Bridge. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Dibberz Indoor Golf in Clearfield
Also last week, my staff attended a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the grand opening of Dibberz Indoor Golf at 302 1/2 S. Second Street in Clearfield! Check out everything this indoor golf simulator facility has to offer at www.dibberzindoorgolf.com. Clearfield Alliance Christian School Visits Capitol
I had the honor of welcoming students from the Clearfield Alliance Christian School to the Pennsylvania State Capitol this week! Meeting with Local Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Members
Pennsylvania Farm Bureau members from across the commonwealth met in Harrisburg this week for the annual Pennsylvania Farm Bureau State Legislative Conference, where farmers and lawmakers gather to discuss important agricultural issues. State Representatives Mike Armanini, Jim Rigby, Dallas Kephart, and I met with members of the Cambria, Centre, Clearfield, Cumberland, and Elk county farm bureaus to discuss the most pressing issues facing our region’s agricultural community. Centre County Farm Bureau Spring Meeting
A member of my staff attended the Centre County Farm Bureau’s annual spring meeting this week. Cambria County Resident Wins Photo Contest
This week, I had the pleasure of congratulating Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation photo contest winner Bruce Walkovich from Cambria County alongside state Representative Jim Rigby. Bruce won the Judge’s Choice award in 2022 for his photo of an osprey at Canoe Creek State Park and the Judge’s Choice ‘Best in Show’ award in 2023 for his photo of an indigo bunting in Prince Gallitzin State Park! Senate Passes Bill Benefitting Career and Technical Schools
Career and technical education prepares students for rewarding, family-sustaining careers, often at a significantly reduced cost compared to attending college. Pennsylvania is in great need of people with this training, and there are many job openings waiting to be filled. To ensure people have the training needed for these jobs, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 315. The legislation would provide more certainty regarding grant funding for career and technical education equipment by making funding calculations before the school year in which the allocation occurs. Currently, schools are reimbursed after they have made purchases based on calculations made near the end of the school year. Read more about career and technical education opportunities in the commonwealth. Program Increasing Digital Connectivity to Provide Laptops
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) is accepting applications for its Digital Connectivity Technology Program. Through the program, the PBDA will purchase and distribute $20 million in devices such as laptops for eligible public-facing institutions including libraries, workforce training organizations, not-for-profit organizations, municipalities, and other institutions that can offer internet access to individuals who lack the technology. PBDA strongly encourages interested applicants to review the program FAQ before applying. The FAQ, pre-recorded webinar providing an overview of the program, guidelines and online application are available here. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 30. |
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