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In this Update:
Healthcare Champion Award
I was honored to receive the Healthcare Champion Award presented by the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses & Allied Professionals (PASNAP) in recognition of my advocacy for nurses and healthcare workers and those they serve across the Commonwealth. I accepted the award at PASNAP’s 25th Anniversary House of Delegates held in Hershey, PA on April 27th. I am proud to support the noble work of these men and women and remain committed to advocating for safe working conditions for our frontline nurses and healthcare professionals, which helps lead to the high-quality care for the patients they serve. PASNAP, the Pennsylvania Association of Staff Nurses and Allied Professionals, represents 11,000-plus frontline nurses and healthcare professionals across Pennsylvania and was founded 25 years ago on the belief that patients receive the best care when clinical-care staff have a strong voice to advocate for their patients and themselves. PASNAP has 2 Locals in Bucks County: The Nurses Association of Lower Bucks Hospital and St. Mary United Nurses Union. Women’s Animal Center Open House
It’s always a pleasure to see our friends at Women’s Animal Center. I had the opportunity to stop by their annual Open House this past weekend and was glad to bring along a pet food donation to support their amazing work. At their Open House, they showcased their community resources and services, including educational community programs, pet adoptions, AAHA accredited veterinary hospital, kitten fostering program, dog training, pet food pantry and more. Women’s Animal Center, America’s first animal shelter, celebrated 156 years helping pets and the people who love them. To adopt an animal or read about their services visit https://www.womensanimalcenter.org/ Upcoming Shredding Event
If you missed our Shredding Event over the weekend, don’t worry we are hosting another one in a few weeks! Join us for our annual Shred Event at my District Office Parking Lot on May 17 from 10 am – Noon. Residents of the 6th Senate District are encouraged to protect themselves from identity theft and bring documents that contain sensitive information to be thoroughly shredded. Please note this event is for residents only, no businesses, please. Due to high demand, there is a limit of two file boxes of paper per individual to be shredded. We cannot accept plastic bags. May 4-10 is Small Business Week
More than 1 million Pennsylvania small businesses provide jobs for 2.4 million people, and they have a tremendous impact on state and local economies. When you spend $100 at a small business, $48 goes back into the local community. If you spend $100 at a big box store, only $14 stays local. Shopping at local businesses supports those around us. In addition to shopping and dining local, you can support small businesses by leaving a review and liking and sharing their content on social media. If you have or would like to start a small business, resources are available for every stage. The PA Business One-Stop Shop offers comprehensive support, personalized guidance and an extensive partner network. Learn more. PA Law Protects Patients from Surprise Medical Bills
The No Surprises Act protects patients from surprise medical bills in situations where they have little to no control over who provides their care. A surprise medical bill is an unexpected medical cost incurred when a patient unknowingly obtains health care services by an out-of-network provider. The No Surprises Act protects patients who receive emergency and non-emergency services from being billed for more than they would have paid if the providers were in-network. Learn more and submit a bill for review here. Applications Open: Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy for At-Risk Youth
Since 2022, the Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy (KSCA) has been transforming the lives of teenagers using a military academy style training model to provide structure and discipline. KSCA is a joint effort between the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the National Guard Bureau, in consultation with the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Applications may be submitted now through July 12 for the 22-week class that begins in July. The program is open to 16- to 18-year-old Pennsylvania residents who are at risk of not graduating from high school, no longer attending any school or have not received a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Applicants must be willing to be drug free, free of felony convictions and voluntarily commit to the program. If selected, students will attend the residential phase at Fort Indiantown Gap in Lebanon County. Learn more about eligibility requirements and begin the application process. Anyone who prefers to have an application mailed or would like to talk with someone about the program may contact the academy by emailing RA-MVPAChallenge@pa.gov or calling 717-861-7767.
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