Recent News
E-news Updates – August 4, 2026
In this Update: Celebrating Community and Agriculture at the York State Fair Remembering the Sacrifice of Korean War Veterans Encouraging Civic Engagement Through Education Bringing Valuable Services Directly to Residents A New Approach to Funding Pennsylvania Public Schools Senate Stands with Attorney General, District Attorneys, State Troopers and Police Measure Cracking Down on “CDL Mills” […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 28, 2026
In this Update: Where’s Your National Night Out? Free Document Shredding and License Plate Replacement Event Set for July 30 A New Approach to Funding Pennsylvania Public Schools The Bill Will Come Due for Pennsylvania Taxpayers Tremendous Win for Private Property Rights Protecting Our Communities from Child Predators and Human Trafficking Investing in the Future […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 21, 2026
In this Update: Celebrating National Ice Cream Month Free Document Shredding and License Plate Replacement Event Set for July 30 York State Fair Food Survey Reviewing Cumberland County’s 2026-30 Strategic Plan Discussing the Future of School Property Taxes in Pennsylvania Celebrating Those Who Serve and Protect Urgent Action Needed to Keep PA Communities Safe National […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 14, 2026
In this Update: A Budget Must Live Within Its Means What’s Your Favorite York State Fair Food? Residents Encouraged to Report July 4 Storm Damage InShane Designs Brings Creative Automotive Concepts to Life Discussing the Future of School Property Taxes in Pennsylvania Senate Passes Bill to Bring Life-saving Treatments to Market More Quickly Empowering Patients […] [Read More]
Keefer Votes No on State Budget, Citing Unsustainable Spending and Lack of Long-Term Fiscal Reform
Sen. Dawn Keefer (R-31) voted against the 2026-27 Pennsylvania state budget, saying that while the final spending plan is an improvement over Gov. Josh Shapiro’s irresponsible $53.3 billion proposed budget, it continues a pattern of spending beyond the commonwealth’s projected revenues and fails to address Pennsylvania’s growing structural deficit. [Read More]
Connect With Us
I hope you will join me along with PA State Rep Dave Zimmerman, @repwendyfink and Former Rep Frank Ryan to talk about School Property Tax Elimination here in Pennsylvania.
RSVP by calling 717-556-0031
My district office will close today at 3:30 p.m. in observance of National Night Out. If you need assistance, please call or visit my Harrisburg office. Virtual services will continue to be available by visiting the link in my bio.
I invite you to join my staff and me at one of these National Night Out events. It`s a great opportunity to connect, meet local first responders and enjoy an evening focused on strengthening our communities.
• Newberry Township – BAPS Motor Speedway
• Manchester Township – 101 South Hartman Street
• York City – 226 East College Avenue
• Dover – 30 East Canal Street
• New Cumberland – Market Square
Had a great week at the @yorkstatefair ! I enjoyed some fair favorites including funnel cake — the winner of my Favorite Fair Food Poll — while catching up with constituents like Marissa Livingston, who proudly showed her goat and earned fourth place in her division, and Haley Ross, of Cedar Hills Farm in Wellsville, who showcased her beef cows.
One of the best parts of the fair is connecting with residents and celebrating the hard work and dedication that make our agricultural community so strong.
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Free Community Shredding & License Plate Replacement Event hosted by @repkutz & I! It was a pleasure connecting with so many constituents and providing a safe, secure way to dispose of sensitive documents and to help with any license plate replacement needs.
The results of my poll are in — funnel cake is officially your 2026 @yorkstatefair Favorite Food! 🎡🍽️
To celebrate the big win, I stopped by the funnel cake stand to try the fair’s fan‑favorite treat, and it absolutely lived up to its expectations. Thank you to everyone who voted and shared their favorite fair food.
A new approach to funding Pennsylvania public schools starts with eliminating school property taxes. Join me to learn how my School Property Tax Elimination Act would replace school property taxes with a fairer, more sustainable funding model that gives Pennsylvanians greater control over their tax burden.
Bring your questions and join the conversation. See the link in my bio for details about my bill.
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 12 | 5-7 p.m.
📍 Hickory Corners Fire Company
1124 Hickory Road, Dalmatia
📞 RSVP: 570-653-2018
Thank you to @mechanicsburglearningcenter for inviting me to be part of your @america250 summer camp at Northern Elementary!
I enjoyed spending time with the students, talking about what a typical day as a state senator looks like, what inspired me to serve our community and answering their thoughtful questions. It was great to see their curiosity and enthusiasm as they learned more about state government and civic engagement.
Congratulations to Leah Flinchbaugh on being crowned the 2026 York State Fair Queen!👑✨
Leah`s dedication to serving others, enthusiasm and love for our community make her an outstanding ambassador for the @yorkstatefair. I know she`ll represent York County with pride throughout the coming year.
Wishing you a wonderful and memorable year ahead.
