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I appreciated the opportunity to visit Powell Farm in Cranberry Township as community leaders and stakeholders gathered to discuss the future of this important local asset.
Powell Farm continues to grow as both a working farm and a center for agricultural innovation, and it was great to learn more about the emerging master plan, the introduction of the Cranberry Conservancy, and the vision for the farm’s next chapter.
Thank you to the Cranberry Township Board of Supervisors (Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania) for bringing everyone together for a thoughtful discussion focused on preserving agriculture, education, and community involvement for future generations.
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Please note that all of my district offices will be closed on Tuesday, May 19, in observance of Election Day.
Our offices will reopen during normal business hours on Wednesday.
I appreciated meeting with members of the Pennsylvania Coalition for Aphasia Advocacy (PCAA) during Aphasia District Week to learn more about aphasia and the challenges individuals and caregivers face every day.
Thank you to the advocates, caregivers, and families who took the time to share their stories and help raise awareness about this important issue across Pennsylvania. Your efforts to educate others and support those living with aphasia make a real difference in our communities.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with aphasia, I encourage you to look into support groups and community resources like the Aphasia Support Group offered through the University of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center. https://www.cec.pitt.edu/homewood/programs/aphasia-support-group
Teens studying for their learner’s permit or driver’s license knowledge test can use an app with practice questions, while other drivers can use it to refresh their knowledge. Download “PA Driver’s License Practice Test” from your app store or find it here: https://bit.ly/3RINQir
Veterans trying to track down military paperwork, make sure they’re not missing out on benefits they earned or get help with paperwork can turn to Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Call 800-547-2838 or fill out the contact form: https://bit.ly/4ntOigq
Taking legislative action to do away with an outdated and unnecessary mandate, the Senate voted to eliminate the vehicle emissions testing requirement across the commonwealth. It helps save Pennsylvanians money by freeing 25 counties from the mandate and prohibits adding any new ones. This bill now goes to the House of Representatives for further consideration. Read more: https://bit.ly/4uC333g
Registration is open for the PA Invasive Replace-ive Program. It offers the opportunity to receive free native trees and shrubs by removing invasive plants from your property. Available while supplies last. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4u1j3Mk
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