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Hold the Line at $47.9 Billion
On June 4, I joined House and Senate colleagues for a press conference about Gov. Josh Shapiro's staggering $51.47 billion budget proposal. We're contrasting that approach with a level-funded, responsible budget that comes in at $47.9 billion. The General Assembly needs to hold the line to ensure the funding of necessary programs and services while shielding you from tax increases.
Cutting Costs, Creating Commerce
A recent meeting of the House Republican Policy Committee meeting afforded us an awesome opportunity to hear directly from some local business owners. These are individuals who are investing in our communities and want to plant multi-generational roots. In order to facilitate that, Harrisburg must take an in-depth look at policies that are holding small businesses back.
Planting Flags for Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about abuse happening in our communities and stand as a unified voice to advocate for our children. Together, we can lessen the number of flags planted at the Capitol, which represent substantiated cases of abuse and child abuse related deaths. One flag is too many.
Discussing Child Care, Education on Face the State
On March 30, I joined Joel D. Smith for Face the State on Local 21 CBS News. We had a great discussion about child care and education, including President Donald Trump's executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. This order returns educational authority to the states and empowers local school boards to serve their districts without disrupting federal funding. No one is better equipped to make decisions for our students than the people who know them and their needs best!
PA’s Child Care Centers Need State Support
As a mom and the Republican chair of the House Children and Youth Committee, I have grave concerns about the well-being of child care centers in Pennsylvania. During a budget hearing with the Department of Human Services, I had the opportunity to discuss child care issues with Secretary Valerie Arkoosh. Unfortunately, I walked away with more questions than answers about how the state is planning to help these critical centers for our kids and families.
Celebrating Women’s History Month
March is Women's History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the intelligent, compassionate, and hard-working women in our Commonwealth, communities, and families. Thank you to the women who make Pennsylvania so special!
House Children and Youth Committee Voting Meeting
Voting meeting on Reorganization and any other business that may come before the committee.
School Choice is Important for PA Kids
Jan. 26 to Feb. 1 is National School Choice Week, a time to advocate for the future leaders of our Commonwealth! Every student should have the opportunity to learn in an environment that empowers them to succeed. Kids with a solid education will go on to get great jobs. grow their families and plant roots here in Pennsylvania.
Interviewing Secretary Redding at the 2025 Farm Show
On Jan. 9, I had the opportunity to interview our state Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding! We had a great conversation about Pennsylvania agriculture and the products created from it. We also acknowledged the 100th anniversaries of Hanover Foods and Utz, as well as the role of technology and innovation in food manufacturing.
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