Senator Langerholc E-Newsletter

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In this Update:

  • Senate Guest Chaplain: V. Rev. Matthew Baum
  • Child Advocacy Meeting
  • Johnstown Flood Anniversary
  • DuBois Senior Expo
  • Task Force on Child Protection in the Digital Age
  • Protecting Yourself During Tick Season
  • Remembering D-Day
  • News for Veterans Sign Up
  • Share Your Local Events

Senate Guest Chaplain: V. Rev. Matthew Baum

I had the honor of welcoming the Very Reverend Matthew Baum to Harrisburg this week. Father Baum, rector at St. John Gaulbert Cathedral and pastor at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Johnstown, served as the Senate Guest Chaplain, and offered opening prayer for Senate session on Wednesday.

Child Advocacy Meeting

Senator Langerholc standing with Mary Tatum, Sierra Clark, and Abbie Newman.

Also this week, I met with CenClear Acting CEO Mary Tatum, Child Advocacy Center of Clearfield County Director Sierra Clark, and Abbie Newman of Missions Kids CAC in Montgomery County, to discuss the work of Children’s Advocacy Centers across Pennsylvania. Thank you for your continued dedication to child advocacy across our commonwealth!

Johnstown Flood Anniversary

Eight photos. One of paper bag lanturns on a wooden footbridge, one of paper bag lanterns in a field, one of a wreath on a stand, one of a paper bag latern with Mrs. Ellen O’Brien written in black letters, one of Senator Langerholc and Cortney, one of paper bag lanturns on a wooden footpath, one of paper bag lanturns along a footpath, and one of a paper bag lantern with Barker Child written in black letters

This past weekend, Cortney and I visited the Johnstown Flood National Memorial for the 137th anniversary of the 1889 Johnstown Flood.

The memorial was lit up with 2,209 paper bag lanterns, with each bearing the name of a victim of the flood. The lanterns were created by Forest Hills School District elementary school students. It was an honor to visit the memorial and pay respects to the victims of the flood.

DuBois Senior Expo

Five photos. One of a welcome sign that reads SENATOR WAYNE LANGERHOLC, JR. & REPRESENTATIVE MIKE ARMANINI’S 2026 SENIOR EXPO Welcome Join us for Fraud BINGO after the expo. It is a fun, interactive way to learn how to keep your money and identity safe. By playing a familiar game of BINGO, you’ll learn how to spot local scams and gain simple tips to protect yourself from financial fraud. Representative Mike Armanini 75th District Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. 35th District, one of people passing two tables, one of attendees making their way through the hallway of exhibitors, one of two attendees speaking to an exhibitor, and one of a hallway of exhibitors and attendees

Thank you to all the attendees and exhibitors who came out to the DuBois Mall for the annual DuBois Senior Expo.

Task Force on Child Protection in the Digital Age

Boy in reclined position reading cellphone

To make sure state laws keep pace with emerging online threats, the Senate voted to establish a Task Force on Child Protection in the Digital Age.

Senate Resolution 244, which I co-prime sponsored alongside Sens. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Scott Martin (R-13), would direct the Joint State Government Commission to convene a task force to review Pennsylvania’s laws, assess new technologies and identify legal gaps in protections for children in the digital environment. The commission will issue a recommendation for action to the General Assembly.

The Senate’s unanimous approval strengthens and expands our ongoing commitment to protecting children from the threats of the digital world. This task force will equip the Commonwealth to anticipate emerging challenges and safeguard the well‑being of our youth.

The proposal builds on previous work by the legislature: In 2024, we passed a law to combat AI generated child sexual abuse materials (CSAM). In 2025, we acted to classify deepfakes as digital forgery for more severe punishment.

The Senate also approved bills to strengthen reporting requirements for AI-generated CSAM and to establish commonsense safeguards for AI chatbots accessible by minors. Read more about our efforts to protect children in the digital age here.

Protecting Yourself During Tick Season

Rendering of brown and orange tick on leaf with green background.

Pennsylvania recorded more than 18,700 cases of Lyme disease in 2025, and the Centers for Disease Control estimates the true number may be much higher due to underreporting.

Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses can cause serious long-term health complications, particularly when left untreated. Nearly 55% of ticks tested in Pennsylvania were found to carry at least one tick-borne pathogen, and blacklegged ticks have now been identified in all 67 counties.

You can protect yourself by using repellent, avoiding brushy areas and checking your body and pets after outdoor activities. Learn more about protecting yourself from ticks here.

Remembering D-Day

Upturned military helmet on beach as ocean waves wash in

On June 6, 1944, the Allies launched the largest amphibious invasion in history, engaging the forces of Nazi Germany on the beaches of Normandy, France. Over 9,000 Allied soldiers were killed, wounded, or missing in the landings, which marked a turning point in the war, leading to the liberation of western Europe, and the downfall of Nazi Germany.

May we never forget the courage and sacrifice of these brave soldiers.

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News for Veterans

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