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E-news Updates – December 2, 2025
In this Update: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: A Time to Reflect Helping Stock Pheasants in York County Tarentum Turns Out for School Property Tax Town Hall State Budget Misses the Mark on Housing Affordability Hunting for a Cause: Donate Your Venison to Help Pennsylvanians in Need Legislation Advances Cracking Down on AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 25, 2025
In this Update: Thankful for Our Community Why Pennsylvania Families Should Be Alarmed by This Budget PennDOT’s CDL Security Failure Puts Public Safety at Risk RHI Magnesita: Powering Industry with Local Talent Empowering Kids to Explore and Create Working Together for Pennsylvania’s Counties Attorney General Expands Protections for Older Pennsylvanians PennDOT Roadwork Schedules for Cumberland […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 18, 2025
In this Update: Thank You to Pennsylvania’s Veterans and Military Families My Thoughts on the 2025-26 Pennsylvania State Budget Exciting Redevelopment in West York Attending the York County Bells Across PA Dedication Your Chance to Learn About Property Tax Relief Oh Say, Can You Sing? The PA Farm Show National Anthem Contest PennDOT Roadwork Schedules […] [Read More]
Keefer Warns School Choice at Risk in 2025-26 Pennsylvania State Budget
Sen. Dawn Keefer (R-31) voiced strong opposition to a bill that threatens school choice and unfairly penalizes cyber charter school students and families. [Read More]
Keefer: Record-Breaking State Spending Threatens Families and Fiscal Stability
Pennsylvania taxpayers are about to face another year of reckless spending, ballooning deficits and rising inflation, all without meaningful accountability or reform. [Read More]
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Due to inclement weather, my offices are closed today. We will reopen with regular hours tomorrow, Dec. 3.
Today, I had the honor of presenting PA Senate Citations to the Northern York County Regional Police Department in honor of Detective Isaiah Emenheiser and Detective Mark Baker, who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty on Sept. 17, 2025.
Detective Emenheiser faithfully served both as a United States Secret Service Agent and for 20 years with NYCRPD, specializing in accident reconstruction and serving as a Field Training Officer. He was the recipient of numerous honors, including Officer of the Year, the Statewide Top Municipal Officer Award, the Medal of Merit, and the Lifesaving Award. Beyond his service, he was a devoted family man, coach, and community member.
Detective Baker served more than 21 years with NYCRPD after beginning his career with the Philadelphia Police Department. A U.S. Army Military Police veteran, he pioneered NYCRPD’s forensics program, served on the Highway Patrol, held the position of Detective for 15 years, and advised the NYCRPD Explorer program. He also served on an FBI task force and as an instructor in computer forensics. Active in his community, Detective Baker served as a Scout leader, participated in pet therapy work, and enjoyed hiking, camping, and supporting Philadelphia professional sports teams.
My deepest condolences go out to their families, friends, and colleagues. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Concerned about rising school property taxes? So are we.
Join us on Dec. 10 for our next School Property Tax Elimination Town Hall, hosted by PA State Rep. Josh Bashline.
PA State Rep. Wendy Fink and I will walk through our plan to move away from a system that relies solely on homeowners and toward a fairer, more balanced way to fund education in Pennsylvania.
📅 Dec. 10 @ 6 p.m.
📍Kittanning Township Volunteer Fire Department, 13126 US 422, Kittanning
📞RSVP: 724-954-3613
Hope to see you there!
Avoid travel delays! Check out PennDOT`s latest roadwork schedule for York County.
All 100% disabled veterans in PA would be eligible for free hunting licenses under legislation passed by the Senate. If enacted, the bill would close a gap in state law and ensure fair treatment for those injured in any service-related capacity.
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My bill, the REINS Act, brings much-needed transparency and discipline to the rulemaking process. This legislation will:
✅ Requires formal cost analysis for any regulation with a $1M+ annual impact
✅ Mandates a vote by the General Assembly before such rules take effect
✅ Empowers elected lawmakers, not unelected bureaucrats, to make the final call
This is the first step toward restoring legislative oversight and protecting taxpayers from burdensome, expensive regulations.
This bill is now with the PA House for consideration after passing in the Senate this spring.
This Thanksgiving, I’m especially grateful to represent the 31st Senatorial District and to have met so many individuals who dedicate their time and energy to making our communities stronger.
As we celebrate the holiday, I hope you have the chance to slow down, enjoy the people who matter most and reflect on the things you’re truly thankful for.
From my family to yours,
𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴!🦃
The 2025-26 #PAbudget is a reckless plan that pushes Pennsylvania toward a fiscal cliff. Treasurer Stacy Garrity and the IFO have already sounded the alarm. Without real reforms, taxpayers will face new and higher taxes.
Pennsylvanians deserve better.
#FiscalResponsibility
