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In this Update:

• Concerning Overreach on New State Health Regulations
• PA CareerLink® Offers Job Search Assistance
• Free and Confidential Medicare Assistance
• In the District
• Happy Labor Day!

Concerning Overreach on New State Health Regulations

The Pennsylvania Department of Health recently proposed broad new health regulations, which it appears would – among other things – give the state far more power to enter our homes, businesses, schools and doctor’s offices without a warrant. These latest proposed regulations are being pursued unilaterally by the governor outside of the legislative process.

While we’re currently reviewing all the details, there are tremendous concerns. You can read the immense regulatory proposal here. 

The public comment period is open through Sept. 21, and I encourage you to join me and submit your comments to the Independent Regulatory Review Commission. Our health and safety can be protected without sacrificing our privacy and freedoms.

PA CareerLink® Offers Job Search Assistance

Pennsylvanians looking for work and employers can access the comprehensive career website PA CareerLink® for assistance.

PA CareerLink® offers job search assistance, resume and interview workshops, access to more than 7,000 online training courses, classroom and on-the-job training, and many other programs and resources. All services are provided at no cost to participants. No appointment is necessary.

It provides a wide range of resources for individual job seekers tailored for specific situations, such as those re-entering the workforce, veterans, individuals with disabilities, young workers and more. Employers can use it to search for job candidates, learn about apprenticeships and other needs. Visit PA CareerLink® here.

Free and Confidential Medicare Assistance

If you’re eligible for Medicare and have questions, PA MEDI has local, certified counselors to provide free and confidential assistance to help you navigate the system.

PA MEDI (Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight) is part of a nationwide network of state health insurance assistance programs. It provides unbiased help and information for those on Medicare, their families and caregivers. PA MEDI does not sell or recommend Medicare insurance products, insurance agents or brokers.

The assistance covers the various Medicare plans, enrollment, rules, billing, appeals and more. Call 1-800-783-7067 or visit the PA MEDI webpage.

In the District

Last week, Rep. Joe Kerwin and I had the opportunity to do the pregame coin toss before Upper Dauphin and Williams Valley’s football teams faced off under the Friday night lights. Community spirit was not in short supply. Thank you for sharing the fun with us!

Congratulations to Cumberland County’s newest Eagle Scout, Angelo “AJ” Drawbaugh of Troop 180!  For his Eagle Scout community service project, AJ constructed a playground, laid mulch, cleaned the surrounding area, power washed the fence and installed a picnic table and outdoor chalkboard for LCBC West Shore. It was an honor to be part of his ceremony and celebration.

I enjoyed touring the The Arc of Cumberland & Perry Counties Center for Industrial Training this week and seeing the great work they are doing! The Arc serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout our community, helping them live fulfilling lives. I was grateful to spend time with them learning about their meaningful work!

Thank you, New Bloomfield Elementary, for giving me the opportunity to visit with your fifth graders on Wednesday! They were bright, engaging and impressive. I appreciated the chance to share with them about my job as their state Senator and how the work I do impacts students like them. Thank you, also, to the administrators, teachers, and board members who took the time to talk with me about the current needs of the district. The work they do is so important! These kids are our future.

Happy Labor Day!

Labor Day is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of workers who provide for their families and allow communities to thrive. I’m committed to helping these workers keep more of what they earn.

I hope you have a great holiday weekend.