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In this Update:
Honoring All Who Protect and Serve
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week. On Wednesday, in conjunction with National Fallen Law Enforcement Memorial Week, I had the tremendous honor to serve as keynote speaker at the annual Centre County Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony at Tallyrand Park in Bellefonte. According to the Fraternal Order of Police, 25 officers were shot and five died in the line of duty across Pennsylvania in 2023. Recognizing the irreplaceable role law enforcement officers play in keeping our communities safe, I have aggressively supported multiple laws to aid these men and women who selflessly put their lives on the line to protect us. Most recently, Act 34 of 2023 funded an additional 100 Pennsylvania State Police troopers. Act 10 of 2023 gave municipal police the authority to conduct fingerprint-based criminal history checks on police applicants to ensure we accept and train qualified individuals. May God continue to bless and watch over all these dedicated men and women as they continue to fulfill their sacred oath to protect and serve. Your round-the-clock commitment, courage and sacrifice for public safety, justice and the rule of law does not go unnoticed. Also, we pray for God’s healing for those families who have suffered the loss of a loved one in the line of duty. May their memory never be forgotten. Senate Approves Bill to Boost PA Youth Hunting and Fishing
The Senate unanimously approved legislation to create a new license plate for Pennsylvania sportsmen with proceeds used to fund youth hunting and fishing education. The Pennsylvania Sportsman registration plate would celebrate those who hunt and fish. Under Senate Bill 916, the plate would be designed by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The Pennsylvania Sportsman plate would cost $40 plus the registration fee, of which $14 would be deposited into a Youth Hunting and Fishing Restricted Account to be allocated equally to the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission for the purpose of promoting youth hunting and fishing activities. Stopping Major Mobile Device Carriers from Misleading Consumers
Pennsylvania reached a $10.25 million settlement with several major mobile device service carriers regarding deceptive advertising practices, including supposed “unlimited” data plans and “free” phones. The settlement with AT&T, Verizon Wireless, Cricket and T-Mobile requires the carriers to disclose all attached fees and agreements, train customer service staff accordingly, and be truthful in future advertising. The terms of the settlements address misrepresentations in advertisements concerning “unlimited” data advertisements, “free” phone offers, monetary incentives to switch wireless networks and wireless carrier plan comparisons. They will be able to claim that a consumer will save money by purchasing its products or services only when it’s reasonable based on comparisons with the prices of comparable goods and services of other providers. Early Detection of Breast Cancer Saves Lives
When diagnosed early, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer is higher than 90%. Of course, a missed mammogram could mean the delayed diagnosis of breast cancer. If you are high risk, don’t let the cost of screening deter you. Through Act 1 of 2023, Senate Republicans eliminated costs for breast MRIs, breast ultrasounds, and BRCA-related genetic testing and counseling. Women aged 40 and above who regularly get mammograms are in the best position to fight breast cancer. Remember, early detection saves lives.
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