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In this Update:
More Than $15 Million in Infrastructure Grants Awarded for Armstrong, Indiana, Jefferson and Westmoreland Counties
Thanks to the collective effort of local and state leaders, our communities will soon be receiving substantial investments for needed infrastructure improvements. On Tuesday, the Commonwealth Financing Authority approved over $15 Million in infrastructure grants for projects throughout Armstrong, Indiana, Jefferson and Westmoreland counties. Infrastructure projects of any size can be expensive for municipalities. I’m pleased to have worked to ensure this state support will assist with vital improvements to protect health, safety and education access within our region. You can find more information about the projects in the press releases for Armstrong County, Indiana County, Jefferson County and Westmoreland County. Countdown to Groundhog Day
Today marks 100 days until Groundhog Day! This exciting annual event brings people together from across the Commonwealth and across the nation to see the 41st Senatorial District’s most famous constituent – Punxsutawney Phil! Save the date for Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Gobbler’s Knob! Find more information about Groundhog Day 2025 here. Condolence Resolution Honoring Sen. Noah Wenger
A condolence resolution was adopted by the Pennsylvania Senate this week and a moment of silence was observed in honor of former Sen. Noah Wenger, who passed away earlier this year. He was a statesman who represented the 36th Senatorial District from 1982 to 2006 and served with decency, honor and integrity. Sen. Wenger’s work on Pennsylvania’s farmland preservation law has left a lasting legacy among his many accomplishments. We offer our deepest and sincere condolences to his family, friends and former staff. Armstrong County Shredding Event a Success!
Thanks to all who came out for the shredding event I recently co-hosted with my colleagues, state Reps. Donna Oberlander and Abby Major. We were able to help folks safeguard against identity theft by having their personal documents safely and securely destroyed. It was good to see many people taking advantage of this free service. A special shoutout to Progressive Workshop of Armstrong County, Inc. for their document destruction services as well as our legislative staff who helped make sure the process ran smoothly. Online Unclaimed Property Auction Oct. 30 to Nov. 1
More than 5,700 items will be up for sale in the Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s largest unclaimed property auction from Oct. 30 to Nov. 1. View the items and register to bid here. The auction will include coins, currency, jewelry and more. The Treasury’s auctions are not specifically marked as other items are mixed in, but Treasury items are in the Coins and Jewelry Auction on Oct. 30, the Online Only Decorative Arts – Session One on Oct. 31 and the Online Only Decorative Arts – Session Two on Nov. 1. When an item is sold at auction, the price is documented and the net proceeds remain with Treasury for the rightful owner to claim at any time. Auctions take place twice a year to make room in the vault for incoming property. The department works for at least three years to find the rightful owner of tangible property before an item is auctioned. Search to see if you have unclaimed property. PA Student Aid Guide Available Now
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency’s 2025-26 PA Student Aid Guide is available now. It is a complete overview of the financial aid process for high school students and families. There is information about the federal student aid process and Pennsylvania aid programs, as well as career and salary stats, timelines, applications and more. Learn more. Senate Republicans supported new laws to increase access to the education and training options students have after high school. Act 89 of 2024 creates scholarships for in-state students who attend college in Pennsylvania, pursue a degree for a high-demand industry and agree to live and work in that industry in Pennsylvania after graduation. Act 56 of 2024 offers a tax credit to employers who match their employees’ contributions to PA 529 plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts to pay for education expenses. More Retirees to Be Eligible for Reduced Vehicle Registration Fee
Beginning Dec. 16, more retirees will be eligible for a reduced processing fee in lieu of the standard vehicle registration fee. Because of a new law passed by the General Assembly, the income cap will rise from $19,200 to $29,906. Eligible retirees pay an $11 processing fee instead of the normal $45 registration fee. Eligible applicants, regardless of age, must be retired and receiving Social Security, SSI payments, retirement benefits or other pensions and annuities. Find details about what is included in the income calculations here. The vehicle may be owned jointly, but the applicant must be the principal operator of the vehicle unless physically or mentally incapable of operating the vehicle. Only one vehicle per qualified applicant may be registered for the retired status processing fee. Learn more. How to Be Safe This Hunting Season
Hunting is a Pennsylvania tradition. Whether it’s your first season out or you’ve ventured into the woods for years, knowing how to hunt safely can help you avoid trouble. Tree stands have injured hundreds of Pennsylvania hunters. Remembering some simple STEPS can reduce your risk of falling and ensure you’re prepared to signal for help if you do. Also to prevent accidents, hunters are required to wear at least 250 square inches of fluorescent orange that’s visible from 360 degrees on the head, chest and back. A hat and vest satisfy this requirement.
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