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In this Update:
I Hosted “Senator for a Day” for Local High School Students
Last week, I hosted my 2nd annual Senator for a Day at my alma mater, Neshaminy High School. We hosted over 50 students from Neshaminy High School, Bensalem High School, William Tennent High School, Conwell-Egan Catholic High School, and Bucks County Technical High School. The students had the opportunity to be a part of a standing committee, where they debated legislation modeled after real bills that have been introduced in the Senate of Pennsylvania. We then had a mock general session where the bills were considered by the full group of “senators.” I believe in a strong foundation of practical learning and that is what this program is about. The students had the opportunity to experience the legislative process firsthand, while developing their own positions and actively engaging in debates with their peers to come up with a solution together. Nicholas Mento, a student at William Tennent High School and second time participant, said that he had such a great experience last year and was happy that their school was able to bring ten students this year, including his brother Vince. Julianna Cosenza, Neshaminy High School student said, “I saw things in ways that I didn’t see before because I worked together with people from different districts, with different experiences, and they even changed my mind a little bit. It was a great experience.” “This program is so valuable for the students. They can learn the legislative process and the negotiations and the compromises that go along with that process,” said Josh Stoner, Neshaminy High School Social Studies Teacher. View a recap of the program here. Congratulations to Eagle Scout – Christopher Carroll
Last week, I was pleased to welcome to the Capitol, Christopher Carroll. Christopher was joined by his parents Chris and Sandy along with his brothers Matthew and Evan. Christopher earned the honor of becoming an Eagle Scout this year. He is the son of Chris and Sandy Carroll. Christopher is a member of troop 5 in Churchville. He served as his troop’s quartermaster, webmaster, and patrol leader. For his eagle scout project, he designed and built a lost and found box for Tamanend Park in Upper Southampton. Please join me in congratulating Christopher on becoming an Eagle Scout. Congratulations to Martin McDonough on His Retirement
Last week, I was pleased to welcome to the Capitol, Chief Martin F. McDonough. He was joined by his wife Joanne, daughter Emily, and daughter and son-in-law Megan and Noah. Chief McDonough began his tenure of public service as a member of the Northampton Township Fire Department, before joining the Warwick Township Fire Company in 1981, where he served as a volunteer firefighter for more than forty years. In 1983, he entered a career in law enforcement as a dispatcher for the Northampton Township Police Department. Four years later, Chief McDonough graduated from the Temple University Municipal Police Academy and started working as a Patrol Officer in Warrington Township. He joined the Warwick Township Police Department in 1988, where he attained the position of Detective Sergeant. In 2000, Chief McDonough became a county detective with the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office. In 2015, he attended the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy, and four years later, he became Chief of Detectives, the position from which he retired. Diwali at the Capitol and 50th anniversary of BAPS North America
Last week, I had the honor of welcoming Dipesh Pandya of BAPS Charities to the Senate floor as he led us in prayer. He was joined by his family and supported by many volunteers from BAPS mandirs across Pennsylvania as we celebrated Diwali at the Capitol. Dipesh and his group brought the idea to recognize the 50th anniversary of BAPS North America to me. Knowing all the wonderful contributions of the BAPS community and how fortunate we are to have two of those mandirs right here in the 6th Senatorial district, I said absolutely. This idea became Senate Resolution 312, which the Senate of PA adopted unanimously on October 9th. BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha (“BAPS”) is a worldwide Hindu denomination dedicated to fostering faith, inspiring service, and promoting better living, His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj, established the first BAPS Hindu mandir in the United States of America on August 4, 1974 in New York City. 2024 marks fifty years of service and faith in the United States for BAPS. Over the last fifty years, BAPS has grown to over 100 mandirs across the United States. These mandirs offer a welcoming and spiritual space for thousands of families, as well as worship, fellowship, communal meals, education, and activities for young and old, creating a true home for the faithful. Many within this religious community live in our great Commonwealth and have worked to serve our communities through health fairs, food drives, and disaster relief work.
Happy Diwali
To all who celebrate I would like to send my warmest wishes for a bright and prosperous Diwali filled with good health and happiness. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5
Election Day is on Tuesday, Nov. 5, and polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are in line by 8 p.m., you will be able to vote. If you would like to vote with a mail-in or absentee ballot, your county election office must receive it by Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 8 p.m. Track your ballot to confirm it was received. Any voter who requested to vote using a mail-in or absentee ballot but would prefer to vote in person may do so. Bring the ballot and the envelope to surrender at the polls. If you don’t have those materials, you may vote using a provisional ballot. Call 1-877-VOTESPA (1-877-868-3772) if you experience any issues. Time to Turn Clocks Back This Weekend
Daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3, so Pennsylvania residents should turn their clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night. Biannual time changes can be a great reminder to check or change the batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms should be replaced every 10 years and located near bedrooms and on each level of the residence.
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