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In this Update:
Free Shredding Event: Protect Your Personal Information
Looking to safely get rid of old documents cluttering your home? Mark your calendar for a Free Community Shredding Event on Saturday, May 17, from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the Dover High School parking lot, located at 4500 Intermediate Ave., Dover. This event, hosted Rep. Marc Anderson and me, is a secure and convenient way to dispose of personal documents containing sensitive information — a smart step in protecting yourself from identity theft. Please note:
If you have any questions or need additional information, contact my office at 717-432-1730 or Rep. Anderson’s office at 717-432-0792. New Real-Time Data Shows Improvement in York County Waterways
York County officials have announced that pollutant levels in the county’s waterways are much lower than previously reported, based on data from the county’s 10-year Water Quality Monitoring initiative, the first of its kind in Pennsylvania and the nation. Launched in 2020 in partnership with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the initiative provides real-time data from six monitoring stations along the county’s eastern boundary. The program was created after a 2019 report from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) ranked York County as a major contributor to pollutants entering the Susquehanna River and Chesapeake Bay. However, data from the USGS stations reveals significantly lower levels of pollutants such as nitrogen, phosphorus and sediment — often by 60% or more — compared to the DEP’s earlier estimates. The county’s ongoing efforts include working with local farmers and the York County Conservation District to continue improving water quality. With four years of data already collected, York County’s initiative is setting a new standard for water quality monitoring and providing crucial information to guide future conservation efforts. For more information, you can visit York County Planning Commission. Concealed Carry Seminar on May 10
Please join Rep. Seth Grove and me at our Concealed Carry Seminar on Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to noon at the West Manchester Township Farmers and Sportsmen Association, located at 4900 Pine Hill Road, Dover. This informative seminar is designed to help gun owners better understand their rights under Pennsylvania law, with a particular focus on concealed carry regulations and Second Amendment protections. The event will feature attorney Seth Springer, who will provide an in-depth overview of Pennsylvania’s concealed carry laws. In addition, local law enforcement officers will offer practical insights into firearms regulations and address questions from participants. This is a great opportunity for anyone who currently owns a firearm or is considering obtaining a concealed carry permit to become better informed about their legal rights and responsibilities. Space is limited and registration is required. If you’d like to attend, please RSVP as soon as possible by calling my office at 717-432-1730, Rep. Grove’s office at 717-767-3947, or by visiting SenatorKeefer.com or RepGrove.com. Holding the Line on Unaccountable Education Spending
It’s time for a serious conversation about priorities for the Pennsylvania budget — and one area that deserves a closer look is education spending. Gov. Josh Shapiro is proposing a $1.1 billion increase for education funding in the upcoming budget. That’s a 14% increase in education funding since 2023 alone. At first glance, investing in our schools may sound like a step in the right direction. But here’s the reality: despite already spending $22,000 per public school student, academic performance continues to decline. Recent data paints a troubling picture: 69% of Pennsylvania’s eighth graders are not proficient in math and reading. These are not just statistics; they represent real students who are falling behind in the very basics of education. So the question must be asked: Why keep pouring more taxpayer dollars into a system that isn’t delivering results? Education is critical to Pennsylvania’s future, but more money is not always the answer. Before approving another billion-dollar increase, we need transparency, accountability and a thorough review of where our education dollars are going — and what we’re actually getting in return. Holding the PA budget line at $47.9 billion means demanding results, not just bigger numbers. Powering PA’s Future: Attending the 2025 Energy Summit
On April 22, I had the opportunity to attend City & State PA’s 2025 Energy Summit in Harrisburg — an incredible gathering of leaders, innovators and policy experts focused on shaping Pennsylvania’s energy future. From local solutions to statewide strategies, the discussions reinforced the importance of forward-thinking policy, cross-sector collaboration and smart investment in the infrastructure that powers our communities. It was an engaging day of conversations and collaboration about how to power PA’s energy future. How to Locate Lost Military Documents
A veteran’s DD214 is a vital document when it comes to receiving the benefits they deserve. It provides the member and the branch of service with a concise record of a period of time with the armed forces at the time of the member’s separation, discharge or change in military status. Veterans discharged from 2010 and after can access their own digital records by setting up an account through the VA e-Benefits portal. Veterans who were discharged before then may complete the Standard Form 180, which includes mailing instructions on the last page. They may also visit the National Archives and Records Administration site to submit a signed form electronically. Anyone who needs assistance is encouraged to call 1-800-547-2838, email RA-REQ@pg.gov or learn more online. Help Improve My Weekly Newsletter
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