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In this Update:
Over 100 Lebanon County Residents Inducted into Pennsylvania Voter Hall of Fame
This week, I had the honor of recognizing 102 Lebanon County residents who were inducted into the Pennsylvania Voter Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the St. James Players Theatre in the Lebanon Valley Mall. Established by the Department of State in 1986, the Pennsylvania Voter Hall of Fame honors Pennsylvanians who have voted in every election for at least 50 consecutive years. Today, it includes more than 25,300 voters across the Commonwealth. Civic engagement is a cornerstone of our democratic society, and these individuals have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to that principle through their longstanding dedication to the voting process. You can read more about the ceremony here. Meeting with Lebanon and Berks County Farm Bureaus
It was great to meet with the Lebanon County and Berks County Farm Bureaus to discuss the challenges facing agriculture and how the General Assembly can better support our farmers across the Commonwealth. The 48th District is home to some of the best farmland in the country, and agriculture is not only a key part of our economy, but also vital to our national security. I will continue to advocate for legislative priorities that help our farming community and push for additional funding to the farmland preservation program. Reducing Aggressive Driving, Protecting Pedestrians the Focus of Senate Hearing
Law enforcement agencies, transportation officials and community advocates discussed initiatives to discourage aggressive driving and make roads safer for pedestrians, fellow motorists and cyclists at a public hearing of the Senate Majority Policy Committee. The most effective and comprehensive approach to reducing aggressive driving involves a combination of engineering, education, enforcement and emergency response strategies, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The department collaborates with the Pennsylvania State Police, local governments, universities and other organizations to combat aggressive driving. You can read what other testifiers said and view the full hearing video here. Beware of Investment Scams on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp
Fraudulent investment schemes are appearing on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp featuring recognizable figures, like Cathie Wood (Ark Invest), Joe Kernen (CNBC) or Kevin O’Leary (CNBC) without their permission. In these “pump and dump” schemes, victims are lured into online groups and convinced to invest in cryptocurrencies or low-priced stocks. The scammers advertise, hype and recommend buying the stocks or cryptocurrencies, increasing their prices, and then sell when the price is high, while the victims lose their money. Attorney General Dave Sunday encourages anyone who may have been a victim of these types of scams to report it to the Bureau of Consumer Protection at 800-441-2555 or scams@attorneygeneral.gov. Women Veterans Invited to Submit Their Stories of Service
Women who served in the armed forces are encouraged to register by May 8 for a state Capitol ceremony honoring their service. The 4th annual Women Veterans Day Commemoration will be held on Wednesday, June 10. Women veterans across the commonwealth are invited to submit entries for a display featuring each participant’s likeness alongside a personal reflection on “What Service Means to Me.” In advance of the in-person ceremony, a virtual display will be accessible online beginning June 8 at the website of the event’s host, SenatorPennycuick.com. To submit a biography and be featured in the display, click here. For additional information or assistance with registration, call 215-541-2388. Area Creameries Encouraged to Join the PA Ice Cream Trail
Area creameries have until this Monday, April 13, to get listed on the 2026 PA Ice Cream Trail. Last year’s promotion brought more than 12,500 visitors to creameries statewide. The PA Ice Cream Trail runs from June to September and is designed to increase consumer awareness of locally produced dairy products. The program includes a digital passport featuring creameries across the state and a prize for those who visit a certain number of creameries. Pennsylvania dairy farms that have a value-added ice cream component to their business and meet the qualifications of the PA Preferred® program are encouraged to join the trail. Find out how to participate at the Center for Dairy Excellence. Child Abuse Prevention Month
National Child Abuse Prevention Month is an opportunity to learn how to identify abused or neglected children. You could save a child’s innocence or even their life. Signs of child abuse include unexplained injuries or injuries inconsistent with a child’s age and developmental level. Signs of child neglect include lack of adequate medical and dental care, or a child who is often hungry or not registered in school. Find more signs of abuse and neglect here. If you suspect child abuse, call ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313. Local Events
Saturday, April 11, 5:15pm: Sound the Alarm Fundraiser for Bowmansville Fire Company Saturday, April 11, 10am: Bunker Hill Fire Company Chicken Bar B.Q. Saturday, April 11, 11am-4pm: Bethel Township 1st Annual Spring Fling Thursday, April 16, 7pm-8:30pm: Living Well By Planning Ahead Saturday, May 2, 8am-2pm: Conrad Weiser FFA Native Plant and Vegetable Sale Wednesday, May 20-25: The Myerstown Carnival 2026 Saturday, May 23, 3pm-9pm: 15th Annual Jonestown Block Party
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