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In this Update:
Neshaminy Baseball Team are State Champions
Neshaminy High School defeated Butler High School 7-3 last night to capture the school’s first-ever PIAA Class 6A State Baseball Championship. As a proud Neshaminy graduate, it was incredibly meaningful to be at Penn State University to watch history unfold and celebrate this remarkable achievement alongside students, families, alumni, and community members. The team led by Coach Dan Toner, demonstrated tremendous talent, resilience, and heart throughout an unforgettable season. They represented their school community with class and earned every bit of this championship. What makes this victory even more special is that 14 members of this team will graduate tomorrow, with many continuing their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. To end their high school careers by bringing home the first ever state baseball championship in school history is something they, their families, and our entire community will never forget. Phoenix Sports Club Celebrates 100 Years
It was great to join Phoenix Sports Club, the first German sports club of its kind in our region, Congressman Fitzpatrick, Rep. Hogan and many community members, as they celebrated 100 years of community, culture and athletics. I was proud to present a Pennsylvania Senate citation for this incredible milestone and a century of making a difference in our community. Recognizing Local Eagle Scout in Harrisburg
I was proud to welcome recent William Tennent High School graduate Connor Cumiskey and his family to the Senate floor this week. Connor is a member of Boy Scout Troop 139 and earned his Eagle Scout rank this past December. In attaining his Eagle Scout, Connor helped to beautify and clean up gardens at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Southampton and earned 43 merit badges and 4 eagle palms while holding the positions of patrol leader and troop historian. Only attained by a small percentage of all Scouts, this monumental achievement represents the great sacrifice and tremendous efforts that were made by this young leader. Congratulations to Connor and I wish him the best of luck and success in his future. Strengthening Research and Development in Pennsylvania
My legislation to strengthen Pennsylvania’s position as a leader in research and development was approved by the Senate Institutional Sustainability and Innovation Committee this week. Senate Bill 792 would significantly expand Pennsylvania’s Research and Development Tax Credit Program by doubling the annual statewide cap from $60 million to $120 million and increasing the small-business allocation from $12 million to $24 million. The legislation also allows unused credits to be reallocated between small-business and large-business pools, ensuring the full value of available credits can be utilized each year. These improvements make our tax credit program more competitive and accessible, particularly for startups and growing businesses that are often at the forefront of innovation. By encouraging companies to invest in research here in Pennsylvania, we can help create new opportunities for workers and strengthen our economy for years to come. Most importantly, these funds help support the search for the next cure, breakthrough treatment, or life-changing medical device that can bring hope and improve the lives of those facing disease, injury, and other health challenges. Senate Passes Bill to Fight Human Trafficking
Legislation to give investigators and prosecutors new tools to fight human trafficking in Pennsylvania was passed by the Senate. Senate Bill 45 will help local law enforcement agencies and the state attorney general investigate and prosecute human trafficking by increasing penalties for several related crimes, including promoting prostitution, promoting prostitution of a minor, exploiting prostitutes and patronizing prostitutes. The bill also consolidates crimes related to human trafficking within the Crimes Code, giving the attorney general concurrent jurisdiction so these crimes, which are frequently the basis for large-scale human trafficking organizations, can be prosecuted more effectively. It now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. If you believe you may have information about a trafficking situation, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888. Read more about our latest action to combat human trafficking here. Bill Targeting Dangerous Fentanyl Additive Passes Senate
The Senate passed legislation to combat the increasing illicit use of the veterinary anesthesia medetomidine by regulating it as a Schedule III controlled substance. Senate Bill 866 provides law enforcement and public health officials with another tool to combat dangerous drug adulterants while including clear exemptions to ensure veterinarians can continue using the medication in the care and treatment of animals. Medetomidine has rapidly overtaken xylazine as a common adulterant in Pennsylvania’s illicit drug supply. While medetomidine was not detected in samples collected in early 2024, it was found in approximately 80% of adulterants sold as fentanyl in Pennsylvania by April 2026. The drug is estimated to be significantly more potent than xylazine and can cause severe cardiovascular complications, even after naloxone has been administered. The General Assembly passed legislation to make xylazine a Schedule III drug in 2024. The bill now advances to the House of Representatives for consideration. Read more about the measure here. National Cancer Survivors Month
There are more than 18.6 million people living with a history of cancer in the U.S. Each person diagnosed with cancer faces a unique set of challenges, but one in four survivors reports a poor physical quality of life, and many experience psychosocial challenges. If you are a cancer survivor or caregiver, you can find resources from the National Cancer Institute here that may help you enhance your health and well-being after a cancer diagnosis. They address emotional concerns, nutrition and physical activity, support services, follow-up medical care and testing for cancer. |
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