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In this Update:
Wreaths Across America at Fairview Cemetery, Denver Borough and Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville
It was my honor to join thousands of other volunteers across the country to recognize the fallen and those who served in the military during Wreaths Across America. Every year, my family places a wreath on my wife’s grandparents’ grave at the National Cemetery at Fort Indiantown Gap. This year I also had the honor of speaking at the Fairview Cemetery on 4th Street in Denver Borough. These acts of remembrance take place at Arlington National Cemetery, and more than 4,600 locations in all 50 states, at sea and abroad. If you have never volunteered, I would encourage you to do it next year. You can help by sponsoring a veteran’s wreath at a cemetery near you, volunteering or donating to programs. Supporting PA Veterans and Military Families
Pennsylvania owes a debt of gratitude to all the brave men and women who have defended our freedom, as well as the citizens who continue to protect our nation and its interests across the globe. Senate Republicans passed bills this legislative session to support our veterans and their families that were all signed into law. One new law expands access to benefits for disabled veterans. Another provides additional community outreach services to help ensure that all veterans are aware of the resources available to them. Because mental health often impacts veterans, we also passed a law that would allow them to fish for free in therapeutic recreation events and programs. The relocation associated with being a military family can present a challenge for children in school. To help with that, we passed laws to provide educational support for children of National Guard and Reserves members and ensure students receive in-state tuition when their military parent is re-assigned out-of-state. Read more about legislation to honor our veterans and defend our freedoms. Congratulations to Annville-Cleona Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams
It was my pleasure to meet with the Annville-Cleona School District boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams. Both won the PIAA District 3 Class 2A championship this year. I enjoyed being able to present both teams with a senate citation to recognize their impressive seasons. Congratulations to Louise Gerow on her 100th Birthday
It was great to meet Louise Gerow of Lancaster County this past weekend. Mrs. Gerow recently celebrated her 100th Birthday. She shared some amazing stories about being a school teacher and her missionary work in South America. She said the secret to staying young is a clean diet, no smoking, and an occasional glass of red wine. Happy Birthday Louise! New Military License Plates to Honor PA Veterans
Pennsylvania now offers six new license plates to honor military veterans. Three of the plates recognize service members who received medals or honors for individual achievements or deployments. They include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal Registration Plate, the Operation Inherent Resolve Veterans Plate and the Borinqueneers Congressional Gold Medal Registration Plate. For $26, the plates – which bear a graphic of the medal awarded – can be used on cars or trucks. The other three new plate designs recognize female veterans. Two are available for motorcycles and the third is for cars and trucks. They include the Women Veteran Motorcycle Registration Plate and the Women Veteran Registration Plate both for $26 and the Honoring Our Women Veteran Motorcycle Registration Plate for $41. Driver Training Program to Improve Work Zone Safety
A new, statewide training program is available to all motorists – particularly new drivers – to improve driver safety and roadway worker protection. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s program uses videos, infographics, knowledge checks and testimonials to teach new drivers work zone laws, signage and key facts. It also offers real-life scenarios to enhance understanding. The free, 35-minute virtual course is available in English and Spanish. There are more than 1,400 work zone crashes across Pennsylvania annually, with more than 600 resulting in injuries and 15 in death. Giving the Gift of Education with PA 529
If you’re still looking for a gift for the children in your life, consider the gift of education. A gift made to their PA 529 College and Career Savings Program will help make their future bright, no matter what path they take. PA 529 offers two plans: the PA 529 Investment Plan and the PA 529 Guaranteed Savings Plan. Friends and family can also help save using Ugift, a free gifting platform. The unique code they need to contribute to your child’s account can be found in your PA 529 account online. Contributions to a PA 529 account made by Dec. 31 qualify for deductions on 2024 PA state income taxes, including those made by a gift giver. 2025-26 FAFSA Form is Live
The online and paper form of the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available now. Colleges and career schools use the FAFSA form to determine how much financial aid students are eligible to receive. The aid may include grants, scholarships, work-study funds and loans. Students must apply for aid every year. The Department of Education addressed issues with the FAFSA system and modernized internal systems and processes. It also updated resources to help students and families better navigate the FAFSA form and process. Learn more. Local Events
Saturday, December 21, 6-8pm: Palmyra Reindeer Night Friday, December 20-21, 6-8:30pm: Nativity Walk Through Saturday, December 21, 7am: Christmas Pancake Breakfast At Keller Bros Ford Saturday, December 21, 8:30-10:30am: Breakfast With Santa at Hebron Banquet Hall Saturday, December 21 & Monday, December 23: Santa Claus Visits Annville and Cleona Friday, December 20, 12pm: Christmas Window Concert Saturday, December 21, 10am-2pm: Santa is coming to Town Saturday, December 22, 5pm-6pm: Community Christmas Service
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