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In this Update:
Senate Passes Bill to Fight Human Trafficking
Legislation to give investigators and prosecutors new tools to fight human trafficking in Pennsylvania was passed by the Senate. Senate Bill 45 will help local law enforcement agencies and the state attorney general investigate and prosecute human trafficking by increasing penalties for several related crimes, including promoting prostitution, promoting prostitution of a minor, exploiting prostitutes and patronizing prostitutes. The bill also consolidates crimes related to human trafficking within the Crimes Code, giving the attorney general concurrent jurisdiction so these crimes, which are frequently the basis for large-scale human trafficking organizations, can be prosecuted more effectively. It now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. If you believe you may have information about a trafficking situation, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888. Read more about our latest action to combat human trafficking here. Bill Targeting Dangerous Fentanyl Additive Passes Senate
The Senate passed legislation to combat the increasing illicit use of the veterinary anesthesia medetomidine by regulating it as a Schedule III controlled substance. Senate Bill 866 provides law enforcement and public health officials with another tool to combat dangerous drug adulterants while including clear exemptions to ensure veterinarians can continue using the medication in the care and treatment of animals. Medetomidine has rapidly overtaken xylazine as a common adulterant in Pennsylvania’s illicit drug supply. While medetomidine was not detected in samples collected in early 2024, it was found in approximately 80% of adulterants sold as fentanyl in Pennsylvania by April 2026. The drug is estimated to be significantly more potent than xylazine and can cause severe cardiovascular complications, even after naloxone has been administered. The General Assembly passed legislation to make xylazine a Schedule III drug in 2024. The bill now advances to the House of Representatives for consideration. Read more about the measure here. “Coming Home to Hunt” Bill Receives Senate Approval
Our outdoor heritage, wildlife, and our natural resources are a key part of bringing people back to Pennsylvania. My legislation, SB 1313 will reduce fees for native Pennsylvanians while benefitting sportsmen, families and local economies. Other states have taken similar approaches and found them to be highly successful at attracting new hunters. Tennessee recently implemented a very similar law and saw a 15% increase in revenue as a result; their non-resident revenue increased 25%. I’m pleased to report that my “Coming Home to Hunt” legislation passed the Senate this week and is headed to the House for consideration. Learn more about SB 1313 here. Help with Federal Agencies and Issues Available June 22
Our office frequently receives inquiries on federal issues and requests for help with federal agencies. As a state legislative office, we don’t have direct access to those agencies so we typically refer those cases to our Congressmen and/or U.S. Senators. Sen. McCormick’s staff has been holding mobile office hours across the commonwealth and will be in our Perry County/New Bloomfield District Office, Monday, June 22, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to provide assistance with:
The office is located at 25 E. McClure Street, New Bloomfield. Please stop in June 22 for direct help with federal matters. PA Guard Military Family Education Program
As students begin preparing for the fall semester, Pennsylvania National Guard members are reminded their families could be eligible for assistance to offset the cost of higher education. The Military Family Education Program is for Guard members who completed an initial service obligation on or after July 1, 2019, and is eligible to reenlist in the PA National Guard for a period of six years. The grants can be used for a degree-granting or certificate-granting curriculum, course of study, or training program required for entrance into a specific career at an approved Pennsylvania institution of higher learning. Read more details and find applications here. Entries Accepted for PA Agriculture Photo Contest
Pennsylvania residents have until June 30 to submit entries in the 2026 Pennsylvania Agriculture Photo Contest. Submit up to four original photos highlighting the people, places, traditions and beauty of agriculture across our region or the commonwealth. Winning photos will be displayed in the Pennsylvania Capitol Complex during the first weeks of September. The categories are On the Farm, PA Fair Season, Agritourism, and Conservation. Click here for rules and how to submit your photos. National Cancer Survivors Month
There are more than 18.6 million people living with a history of cancer in the United States. Each person diagnosed with cancer faces a unique set of challenges and every victory deserves to be celebrated. This month, we recognize the strength, courage and resilience of survivors. If you are a cancer survivor or caregiver, you can find resources from the National Cancer Institute here that may help you enhance your health and well-being after a cancer diagnosis. They address emotional concerns, nutrition and physical activity, support services, and follow-up medical care. |
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