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In this Update:
Firearms Rights, Concealed Carry Seminar Set for Aug. 27
My next Firearms Rights and Concealed Carry Seminar is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 27. Beginning at 6 p.m., this no-cost informational event will be held at the Saint Marys Area High School Auditorium, 977 South St. Marys Street, St. Marys. Unfortunately, in Pennsylvania, even the most “well-intentioned” or “commonsense” gun legislation can rapidly mutate, multiply and come to fruition as tyrannical, Orwellian firearm confiscation and control dictates. Whether you are considering applying for a concealed carry permit or already have one, this no-cost seminar is an excellent opportunity to become fully informed about freely, responsibly, and legally exercising your God-given right to keep and bear arms. Elk County District Attorney Beau Grove, Elk County Sheriff Todd Caltagarone, Pennsylvania Game Warden Peyton Edwards, St. Marys Chief of Police Thomas Nicklas, and certified National Rifle Association instructors Joe Kalynchuk and Jim Lellock will present the facts and answer questions about Pennsylvania’s concealed carry process, the Castle Doctrine and other valuable information regarding state and federal gun laws, including:
Article 1, Section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution unquestionably states: “The right of the citizen to bear arms in defense of themselves and the state shall not be questioned.” Everyone who does or plans to own a firearm has the responsibility to become well-versed in what you can and cannot do as a law-abiding gun owner. Once again, I am pleased to offer this highly informative, no-cost learning opportunity to Senate District 25 residents. Due to limited seating, interested individuals must pre-register for this FREE seminar as soon as possible by visiting www.SenatorDush.com or contacting my Brookville district office at 814-646-7272. Pennsylvania Treasurer Garrity Tours Brookville Equipment Corporation
Since taking office in January 2021, Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity has annually traveled to all 67 counties across the Commonwealth to highlight “manufacturers and makers” representing a wide range of job-creating industries, including agriculture, machinery and electronics. On Thursday, she joined us for a tour of Brookville Equipment Corporation. Founded in 1918 with a focus on improving transportation efficiency throughout rural western Pennsylvania, Brookville Equipment Corporation is a world class manufacturer specializing in locomotives, street cars, mining equipment and many other innovative products. We are truly blessed to have this family-owned company that provides family-sustaining jobs for our local communities; and proudly calls Brookville, Jefferson County their home. Many thanks to Treasurer Garrity for visiting Senate District 25. PennDOT Offers Winter Maintenance Jobs
Individuals seeking seasonal employment can apply for a variety of winter maintenance positions now open through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The program runs September through April and includes positions for transportation equipment operators, diesel and construction equipment mechanics, radio dispatchers, auto mechanics, tradesman helpers, semi-skilled laborers and tunnel maintainers. Individuals in these positions supplement the permanent workforce and have the potential to lead to permanent full-time employment. Additional details about the positions, along with the job application, are available here and then go to “PennDOT Winter Maintenance Program.” Free Webinars Provide Helpful Financial Aid Info
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is holding free webinars to assist college-bound students and their families with navigating the financial aid process. On Tuesday, Aug. 20 at noon, speakers will discuss web resources for effective research before, during and after your student makes postsecondary decisions. On Thursday, Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m., speakers will focus on available loan programs, if there are costs not showing on the bill that must be paid and more. Register to attend the one-hour webinars. How Pennsylvanians with Disabilities Can Benefit From PA ABLE
PA ABLE gives individuals with disabilities a way to save money for the future without impacting important benefits like Medical Assistance (Medicaid) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Tax benefits for saving with PA ABLE include:
PA ABLE accounts can be used to pay for a wide variety of disability-related expenses including rent, groceries, health care, vehicle adaptations, assistive technology and more. Treasurer Stacy Garrity and PA ABLE professionals are hosting free webinars on how to start saving:
For more information, visit paable.gov or call 855-529-ABLE (2253). Keep Cool at the Pool or Lake
The dog days of summer are upon us. If you’re looking for a fun way to stay cool on a hot day, visit a Pennsylvania state park to go swimming. Many have pools and lakes. State park beaches are open and free to the public for swimming from before Memorial Day to after Labor Day, unless otherwise posted. The “open swim” policy allows people to swim at their own risk within the buoy line at designated beaches – 35 across the state – from 8 a.m. until sunset daily. Fifteen state parks have swimming pools for the public to enjoy. Pools are usually open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Admission fees vary based on the type of operation. Lifeguards are on duty when state park pools are open. Find a park with a pool and learn more. Recognizing National Financial Awareness Day
Wednesday, Aug. 14, marks National Financial Awareness Day. With recent estimates showing families in the United States have nearly $1 trillion in credit card debt and more than $15 trillion in debt overall, the day is a useful reminder of the impacts financial decisions can have for many years to come. Senate Republicans recognized that young adults face financial decisions that can come with long-term consequences and passed legislation to arm high school students with money management skills. The new law requires completion of a half-credit personal finance course to graduate high school. The course will give high school students the understanding they need about topics like credit and credit scores; savings and investments; college, home and auto loans; and planning for postsecondary education and retirement.
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