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In this Update:
* Hearing on U.S. Army War College
* My Visit to the Shippensburg Community Fair
* Visit to Franklin County Regional Airport
* Honoring Sgt. Joseph Jakubic
* 103.7 FM Appreciation Luncheon
* 106th American Legion Convention
* Bill to Expand Body Camera Use for Law Enforcement Passes Senate
* New Law Protects Users of Virtual Currency
* Nature Photo Contest Accepting Entries
* Flooded Roads: Turn Around, Don’t Drown
* Celebrate National Ice Cream with PA Creameries
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** Hearing on U.S. Army War College
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On Tuesday I had the privilege to attend Carlisle Army War College for a hearing to discuss the importance the U.S. Army War College has on the Nation, State and Region. Various speakers gave testimonies discussing the importance including a testimony from Col. Nathan Davis, Deputy Dean who talked about the School of Strategic Land power at the War College. After the hearing, I had the honor to present Major General David Hill and Professor Mike Mara with Pennsylvania Freedom Medals.
** My Visit to the Shippensburg Community Fair
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On Wednesday July 23, I attended the 67th annual Shippensburg Community Fair. I had the opportunity to walk around to visit local business and chat with numerous people. I got to visit the farm animals and talk to the 4-H and FFA groups to learn more about their week at the fair. The first Shippensburg Community Fair was held in 1958 on the West Burd Street parking lot in downtown Shippensburg. It has since expanded and now has approximately 155 acres. The Shippensburg Community Fair is the largest bi-county fair in Pennsylvania that is always held the last full week in July. The fair brings the community together where people can enjoy the delicious food, rides, games and local attractions like the farm animals, tractor pulls and more.
** Visit to Franklin County Regional Airport
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On Wednesday, I visited the Franklin County Regional Airport in Chambersburg. We talked about necessary improvements and potential grants to support these initiatives. Regional airports are essential to our economy and emergency response
** Honoring Sgt. Joseph Jakubic
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Wednesday morning, I had the privilege of presenting Sgt. Joseph Jakubic with a PA Senate Citation upon his retirement from the Chambersburg Borough Police Department. Thank you for your outstanding 25 years of service!
** 103.7 FM Appreciation Luncheon
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Thursday, I attended the 103.7 FM Appreciation Luncheon! It’s always a great time sharing a meal with such hardworking constituents. I had the pleasure of presenting Pennsylvania Freedom Medals to radio personalities Pat Ryan and Michele Jansen for the significant impact they have made on the community through radio
** 106th American Legion Convention
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Last Friday, I was truly honored to address the 106th Pennsylvania American Legion Convention in Harrisburg. Together, we are making remarkable strides in support of our Pennsylvania veterans, and I am inspired by the collective efforts of this incredible group. Let’s continue to unite and create positive change for those who have served our nation!
** Bill to Expand Body Camera Use for Law Enforcement Passes Senate
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To boost safety and accountability ([link removed]) , the Senate passed legislation to expand the use of body-worn cameras to additional law enforcement personnel. The measure was sent to the House of Representatives for consideration.
Senate Bill 520 ([link removed]) authorizes the use of body cameras by special agents with the Office of Attorney General, rangers with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and officers and deputies with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and Fish and Boat Commission.
The bill also modernizes the legal framework for body camera usage to ensure consistency in how footage is recorded and managed, regardless of the department using it.
** New Law Protects Users of Virtual Currency
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We passed a new law to protect the increasing number of Pennsylvanians using virtual currency ([link removed]) , such as Bitcoin.
Act 7 of 2025 ([link removed]) requires transmission of virtual currency to be treated similar to money transmission under state law. As more citizens use virtual currencies, the criminal element has increasingly focused on using this platform to evade prosecution.
Pennsylvania will join 26 other states regulating virtual currency under their money transmitter acts so individuals can engage with virtual currencies at their own discretion with consumer safeguards in place.
** Nature Photo Contest Accepting Entries
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Do you like to tell stories through photographs? The Susquehanna Greenway Photo Contest is accepting submissions through July 31.
The contest focuses on life along the Susquehanna River through four categories: Recreation, Transportation, River Towns and Wildlife. Winners receive cash prizes and recognition in a traveling gallery. Find details and submission information here ([link removed]) .
You can view the stunning photographs from last year’s winners here ([link removed]) .
** Flooded Roads: Turn Around, Don’t Drown
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More than half of flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into flood water. It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars.
Please play it safe and don’t drive around barricades ([link removed]) on flooded roads. Never willingly walk, swim or drive through flood waters. Turn around, don’t drown.
** Celebrate National Ice Cream with PA Creameries
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With nearly 5,000 dairy farms, Pennsylvania ranks third nationally in ice cream production. You can make your summer sweeter by visiting PA creameries through Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail.
The trail connects dairy farm families and ice cream lovers at 52 destinations statewide. Travelers can plan their adventures, learn about participating creameries and accumulate redeemable points by visiting trail stops and making purchases. Find a list of participating creameries, their features and sign-up information here ([link removed]) .
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