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In this Update:
Harmony Grove Road Bridge Project Plans Online for Public Viewing and Input
PennDOT announced that plans for the preservation of the Harmony Grove Road bridge over the Conewago Creek in Dover and Warrington Townships, York County are available online for the public to view. At this point, the project will be put out for bid in the Fall of 2024, and the start of construction is not anticipated until Spring/Summer 2025. It is expected however, that a detour will be in place for an estimated 8 weeks once construction begins. In the meantime, the public is encouraged to view the plans, which are available through November 30th and include detour maps and a comment form. Commonwealth Court Rules Against RGGI, Higher Energy Costs
Pennsylvanians will be shielded from higher electricity bills because the Commonwealth Court ruled against imposing the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) carbon tax. The ruling supported the Senate Republican perspective that RGGI is a tax on energy. It says: “Stated simply, to pass constitutional muster, the Commonwealth’s participation in RGGI may only be achieved through legislation duly enacted by the Pennsylvania General Assembly.” Instead, we want to focus on efforts to ensure there is sufficient power to meet the demands of customers while avoiding risks of blackouts, restrictions on energy usage and increased prices. Senate Passes Bill to Fight Opioid Epidemic
The Senate recently passed legislation aimed at keeping up with the rapid introduction of new drugs to commonwealth communities. It would be a significant step toward ensuring dangerous substances don’t slip through the cracks into our communities without being controlled. Senate Bill 959 would enable faster prosecution by allowing Pennsylvania to automatically follow the federal government’s Drug Enforcement Administration classification for drugs. Drug traffickers constantly update these chemical compounds, and Pennsylvania scheduling has struggled with inefficiency. Automated scheduling will save the lives of our loved ones and more effectively fight the effects the opioid epidemic has on our communities. Grants Available to Organizations Benefitting Veteran Employment-Nov. 15th Deadline
To help Veterans as they transition from serving our country to resuming civilian life, funding is available for organizations that connect Veterans with jobs. The grant opportunity is designed to assist Veterans who have received a discharge other than dishonorable, members of the Reserves and Guard, and spouses of Veterans and service members in securing employment. Applications for the Veterans Employment Grant Program must be submitted by Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 4 p.m. Learn more and apply online here. Funding to Improve Local Transportation and Pedestrian Safety-Nov. 13th Deadline
Grants are available to municipalities, businesses and other organizations to improve local transportation and pedestrian safety. The funding aims to ensure a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to Pennsylvania residents. Funding for priority investments is available through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s Multimodal Transportation Fund. Apply online by Monday, Nov. 13, at 4 p.m. Paid Government Internships Available for Undergraduates
Paid internship opportunities with state executive agencies are available for undergraduate college students interested in politics and government through the James A. Finnegan Fellowship Foundation. Students who want to apply for the fellowship need to submit an essay between 1,500 and 2,500 words about their opinions for the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS) Program, which would offer students in struggling schools grants to explore other educational opportunities. Essays and other materials must be submitted to the foundation by Jan. 26, 2024. Find more information and the application here. Daylight Saving Ends, Turn Clocks Back This Weekend
Daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, 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, which should be replaced every 10 years and located near bedrooms and on each level of a residence. Capitol Building Closed Sunday
Please be aware that this Sunday, November 5th, the Capitol Building will be closed. If you were planning to visit and take a tour, you can do so on Saturday or beginning on Monday at 8:30am. You can schedule a tour online here. Survey: How Can I Improve This E-Newsletter?
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