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In this Update:
Pennsylvania Energy & Innovation Summit
It was an honor to be invited to interview Secretary of the Interior, Doug Burgum as part of this week’s inaugural AI Summit hosted by Senator Dave McCormick. The event in Pittsburgh brought together the world’s top leaders from the energy sector, artificial intelligence field, top global investors, labor & industry representatives and government officials to discuss the tremendous potential we have to power the AI revolution. Pennsylvania has an incredible opportunity to showcase our God-given natural resources while being a leading destination for our nation’s energy needs and cutting-edge technological advancements. Stay tuned for video of the interview coming soon! On the Issues Interview with PCN
On Thursday afternoon I sat down with Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN) to discuss the status of the 2025-2026 state budget and key issues surrounding it. You can watch this 10-minute interview by clicking on the photo above. The Senate convened for session in Harrisburg this week as work on the 2025-26 state budget progresses. Our discussions with the House of Representatives and the governor continue to advance. Senate Republicans remain committed to a final agreement which will help to address the structural deficit facing our commonwealth and put Pennsylvania on a solid path for future years. Pittman & Struzzi Announce Over $7.7 Million in State Support for Local Projects
The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has awarded funding for projects being undertaken by Burrell Township Sewer Authority and the Borough of Indiana. “Clean, safe and reliable water is vital for the well-being of our communities,” Pittman said. “I’m pleased this substantial state support will help so many individuals and families throughout our region. This PENNVEST funding will certainly go a long way to assist with the critical improvements being undertaken, to help protect public health and support infrastructure advancements.” “Funding necessary infrastructure for our community is a top priority for me as a legislator,” Struzzi said. “The project in Burrell Township will upgrade pump stations to more efficiently and effectively deal with stormwater. The project in the Borough of Indiana is to update and modernize its wastewater treatment plant. I was pleased to support both projects.” 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 – $𝟐,𝟎𝟗𝟖,𝟏𝟏𝟎 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 $𝟖𝟑𝟏,𝟖𝟗𝟎 𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐧 – was awarded for a Construction Wastewater Project to perform numerous upgrades during this project at each of the three existing pump stations. At the Volks pump station, new pumps and appurtenances, a new magnetic flow meter, and a new bypass connection will be added. At the Socialville pump station, a new wet well will be constructed with new pumps, controls, and a bypass connection. A new aeration system will be included to combat hydrogen sulfide formation. The Strangford pump station will also be upgraded with new pumps, controls, and a bypass connection. 𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 –$𝟒,𝟖𝟐𝟗,𝟔𝟑𝟓 𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐧 – was awarded for a Construction Wastewater Project to construct a new pavilion-type roof structure over the headworks facility and replace the existing grinders with two parallel fine bar screen units. The existing grit collection system, which uses chain-and-bucket technology, will be replaced with modern equipment. Various yard piping, utility lines, and monitoring equipment will be installed, relocated, and/or replaced to allow integration with the plant’s existing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. Expanding Access to Lifesaving Naloxone, Making Prescription Drug Costs More Transparent Legislation has been signed into law to give EMS personnel permanent authority to leave behind naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, at the scene of an overdose. This will offer families a critical tool to prevent future emergencies. Act 34 of 2025 ensures that families and caregivers are equipped to respond immediately to another overdose if needed. It also improves transparency and access within Pennsylvania’s health care system by:
New Law Will Improve Stroke Care Across PA Strokes are the fifth-leading cause of death in the U.S. Legislation passed by the Senate and signed into law aims to save lives by providing critical information to health care providers. Senate Bill 411, now Act 24 of 2025, will establish a statewide stroke registry, administered by the state Department of Health, to deliver resources to emergency medical service providers, hospital stroke teams and other health care providers to ensure high quality stroke care for patients. It includes a confidentiality clause ensuring any submitted registry data will not include an individual’s confidential or personally identifiable information. Legislation to Address Pennsylvania’s Shortage of CPAs Signed into Law
A Senate measure aimed at alleviating the growing shortage of certified public accountants (CPAs) in Pennsylvania has been signed into law, to ensure the commonwealth has enough of these professionals so critical to the everyday economy. Senate Bill 719, now Act 27 of 2025, provides an alternative pathway to CPA licensure by allowing candidates to qualify with 120 credit hours of education and two years of professional experience, rather than the current 150-credit-hour requirement and one year of experience. Candidates must still pass the CPA exam to be licensed. The new pathway is designed to reduce financial and time burdens on aspiring accountants without compromising professional standards. The law also streamlines the process for qualified out-of-state accountants to practice in Pennsylvania without obtaining a separate state certificate or permit. Watch Out for Scammers Posing as State Employees
Older Pennsylvanians are being targeted by emails from scammers posing as state employees requesting payments necessary to access a non-existent inheritance. In an incident reported to commonwealth officials, an older Pennsylvanian received an email from a generic account resembling an official state email address and claiming to be a representative of a credit union. Don’t respond or click on any links! Report any incidents like this by phone at 1-866-PAComplaint or online. July is Independent Retailer Month Independent Retailer Month reminds us to shop at independent business, appreciating their positive social and economic impact in our communities. Independent retailing can be many types of businesses. For example, a franchise store is often a local independent retail business. Please keep these employers in mind when making your purchases this month and all year.
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