Jul. 26, 2021 / Press Release
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Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jennifer Berrier recently reminded Pennsylvanians receiving unemployment benefits that work search requirements have now resumed. Because claimants always file for benefits the week after they are unemployed, individuals will start certifying they looked for work beginning July 18.
Jul. 06, 2021 / Press Release
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The $39.8 billion budget approved by the House of Representatives and Senate on Friday invests in early childhood education, public schools, services for those with intellectual disabilities and state police.
Jun. 25, 2021 / Press Release
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HARRISBURG – The $39.8 billion budget approved by the House of Representatives on Friday invests in early childhood education, public schools, services for those with intellectual disabilities and state police, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
Jun. 17, 2021 / Press Release
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Recognizing the dedication of the state’s veterans, the House last week approved a package of bills supporting those who served us and our country.
Jun. 04, 2021 / Press Release
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The Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is available for renters of residential properties who are at risk of eviction or utility shutoffs due to hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jun. 04, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG – The Hummelstown Area Historical Society has been awarded a $21,000 grant to restore and seal the exterior limestone walls of the 1815 Parish House, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
May. 21, 2021 / Press Release
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The Department of Labor and Industry (L&I) announced last week that Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate has fallen low enough to automatically conclude the Extended Benefits (EB) program effective the claim week ending Saturday, May 15.
May. 04, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG – Restaurants, bars and other food establishments that suffered operational losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic and shutdown orders may be eligible for funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
Apr. 29, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG—Legislation sponsored by Reps. KC Tomlinson (R-Bucks) and Thomas Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) was endorsed by health care workers who testified about the mental health challenges among health care workers brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr. 21, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG – The Commonwealth Financing Authority today awarded $750,000 to Hershey West End LLC to develop a new municipal road known as West End Avenue, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
Mar. 22, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG – Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin), in partnership with Rep. Lynda Culver (R-Northumberland/Snyder), has introduced a bill that would create a licensing process for professionals to practice the science of applied behavior analysis, also known as ABA.
Feb. 04, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG – The governor’s annual budget address yesterday contained a few proposals that are doable and others that will not work for the 106th District, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
Jan. 22, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG – In an effort to expand title protection for licensed dietitian nutritionists, Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) is introducing legislation that will also assure consumers that those presenting themselves as qualified dietary professionals underwent appropriate education and training.
Jan. 20, 2021 /
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HARRISBURG – Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) is taking steps to expand paid sick leave to essential workers excluded by the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
Jan. 05, 2021 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) took the oath of office Tuesday to begin his third term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Dec. 30, 2020 /
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HARRISBURG – Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Harrisburg have been awarded grants to continue their cutting-edge research, according to Sen. John DiSanto (R-15), Sen. Dave Arnold (R-48) and Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
Nov. 20, 2020 /
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HARRISBURG – Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) voted “yes” Friday on a $32 billion budget that finishes work started in May.
Sep. 17, 2020 /
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HARRISBURG – The Commonwealth Financing Authority this week approved grants to offset lost operating revenue experienced by the Hershey-Derry Township Historical Society, Pennsylvania State Police Museum and Hershey Story Museum, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin).
Aug. 28, 2020 /
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HARRISBURG – Apogee Biotechnology Corp., of Hummelstown, and Penn State College of Medicine at Hershey Medical Center have been awarded grants to develop a treatment and vaccine for the novel coronavirus, Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) announced Friday.
Jul. 31, 2020 /
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HARRISBURG – Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin) introduced a bill this week to expand paid sick leave to essential workers excluded by the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act.