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The latest news from the State Capitol |
In this Edition:
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National Night Out Events in the District |
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State-Owned Universities Freeze Tuition |
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PHEAA Announces Financial Aid Seminars |
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New Grant Program for Sportsmen’s Clubs Accepting Applications |
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Low-Cost Vehicle Registrations for Retirees |
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Korean War Veterans Eligible for Republic of Korea-Ambassador for Peace Medal |
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Sign Up Today for These Upcoming Events! |
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National Night Out
Tuesday, Aug. 6, serves as National Night Out, an annual event designed to link first responders with the communities they serve. The 106th District is fortunate to have several locations for families to enjoy National Night Out with giveaways, food, music and more. They include:
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Derry Township – 6-8 p.m., first block of West Caracas Avenue, Hershey. |
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East Hanover/South Hanover/West Hanover Townships – 6-8 p.m. at Patriot Park, 161 Patriot Way, Hummelstown. |
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Lower Swatara Township – 6-8 p.m. at Lower Swatara Volunteer Fire Hall, 1350 Fulling Mill Road, Middletown. |
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Hummelstown – 7-9 p.m. at Schaffner Park, Poplar Avenue and Water Street, Hummelstown. |
I will have a table set up at each of these events with information on state programs and resources. I hope to see you there!
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State-Owned Universities Freeze Tuition
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) announced earlier this month it would again freeze tuition rates for in-state undergraduate students for the 2024-25 academic year.
The decision came after the Legislature approved a $35.1 million, or 6%, increase in state funding for the universities as part of the 2024-25 state budget.
This is the seventh consecutive year the tuition rate will remain the same at all 10 universities. According to PASSHE, the repeated freezes save students nearly 25% in tuition costs compared to the price if tuition had risen at the inflation rate for the last six years.
More information about state system schools is available here.
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PHEAA Announces Financial Aid Seminars
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is hosting free webinars in August aimed at helping students and families understand financial aid and loan repayment.
The webinar titled “Deep Dive into Covering the Gap” will be offered at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 6, and at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22. This one-hour session aims to help students and their families understand their bill and financial aid package, and determine what, if any, borrowing is needed to cover the difference between aid and actual cost.
The webinar titled “Financial Aid Timeline – Know What to Do When” will be offered at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8, and again at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 20. This one-hour presentation will provide the starting points and web resources for effective research before, during and after your student makes post-secondary education decisions.
For a full schedule, and to register your participation, visit www.pheaa.org/virtual.
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New Grant Program for Sportsmen’s Clubs Accepting Applications
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is now accepting applications for its Pennsylvania Shooting Range Improvement Program.
Applicants may include existing shooting ranges, shooting clubs, recreational shooting organizations, archery clubs and education groups. Applicants must demonstrate public use of current facilities.
Eligible projects include development and renovation of facilities, construction of backstops and safety berms, addition of permanent target systems, creation of shooting stations and covers, lead remediation, and more.
Applications are due Sept. 1. For more information on the program, including the application, click here.
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Low-Cost Vehicle Registrations for Retirees
Retired Pennsylvanians receiving Social Security or other pen¬sion funds whose incomes are under $19,200 annually may register one passenger car or non-commercial light truck at a reduced rate. Instead of the regular fee for a passenger vehicle or truck, retired Pennsylvanians pay just a $11 processing fee. The discount does not apply to title fees, transfer fees or sales tax.
To apply for and be qualified for your initial retired status registration, you must complete form MV-371 (PDF), or contact my Hershey office at 717-534-1323 to obtain a paper application, to mail to PennDOT along with your registration renewal and check.
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Korean War Veterans Eligible for Republic of Korea-Ambassador for Peace Medal
Honorably discharged Veterans of the Korean War (June 25, 1950 – July 27, 1953) are eligible to receive the Republic of Korea-Ambassador for Peace Medal, with priority given to living veterans. This is a beautiful medal that comes in a distinctive case together with a certificate of gratitude from the South Korean government. Applications for the medal can be submitted by following the instructions found on Korean War Veterans Association - Republic of Korea - Ambassador for Peace Medal website. Given the ages of Korean War veterans, time is of the essence to submit a loved one for this unique medal.
For more information on how to apply for this medal, contact Paul DeVincenzo with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, 717-269-9986, pdevincenz@pa.gov.
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Sign Up Today for These Upcoming Events!
I am hosting two upcoming events this fall; sign up today to reserve your spot by calling 717-534-1323.
Home Title Protection Seminar, Thursday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon at Middletown Volunteer Fire Hall, 10 Adelia St., Middletown. The Dauphin County Recorder of Deeds Office will discuss a fraud alert service to protect your home’s title from theft.
Annual Veterans’ Appreciation Breakfast, Friday, Nov. 8, from 8-10 a.m. at the Lower Swatara Fire Department, 1350 Fulling Mill Road, Middletown. This event is open to active-duty military personnel and veterans. Accommodations can be made for disabled attendees requiring assistance. Registration is required.
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