Working For You
 It is an honor to work for you and the residents of our district and I take great pride in representing you in Harrisburg. I am aware of the challenges that face our state and I am dedicated to facing those challenges so that together, we can make our communities the best that they can be. As a way for you to keep up with the work that is happening on your behalf, check the stories listed below, and as always, feel free to contact me for more information about any state-related matter.

Two York County legislators support privatization of liquor stores
From The York Dispatch
The two York County legislators on the state House Liquor Control Committee say they support the idea of privatizing Pennsylvania's government-owned liquor stores, but a lot of questions still need to be answered before a vote can be held.

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Pennsylvania bill would repeal religious garb ban
From The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Two state lawmakers want to change a little-known section of a law that prohibits Pennsylvania public school teachers from wearing crosses, yarmulkes and other religious symbols in the classroom under threat of possible suspension or dismissal.

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Tallman truck bill passes House
From The Gettysburg Times
A bill that would amend current transportation law to strengthen fines for certain truck drivers whose rigs are insufficiently licensed while operating in Pennsylvania passed the state House of Representatives Wednesday unanimously with a 201-0 vote.

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Legislation would allow Pennsylvania teachers to wear religious insignias
From The Harrisburg Patriot
Public school teachers are banned from wearing any item that bears a mark, emblem or insignia that indicates their religion.

 

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Bill would allow teachers to wear religious garb
From The West Chester Daily Local
Two lawmakers say they plan to introduce legislation next week that will allow public school teachers to wear religious garb in class.

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Local state reps want religious garb law out of school code
From The Hanover Evening Sun
Whether it's a cross or a Star of David, religious jewelry or clothes can get teachers in Pennsylvania suspended if they're worn in school.

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