Update from Harrisburg

Kayden’s Law

Senator Santarsiero with colleagues from the state Senate and House at the Senate Democratic Policy Committee Hearing on SB 868, or Kayden’s Law

I’ve been honored to work closely with the family of seven-year-old Kayden Mancuso, who was killed during a court-mandated unsupervised visit with her biological father last August. In October, the Senate Democratic Policy Committee held a hearing on SB 868, also known as Kayden’s Law, which would provide greater legal protections to children in the family court system.

A child’s safety is too often overlooked in custody and visitation mandates, instead focusing primarily on parental rights. Pennsylvania must do more to protect the well-being of children involved in custody disputes. Kayden’s Law is that next step.

Celebrating Diwali

Senator Santarsiero in the capitol rotunda with members of BAPS

I want to thank Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Sanstha (BAPS), for visiting me in Harrisburg before the celebration of Diwali, and for sharing the organization’s ongoing efforts of raising awareness about the Hindu American community and experience.

Falcons Soar to Victory

Senator Santarsiero on the floor of the Senate with the Pennsbury Falcon 8U and 12U champion teams

It was a very special day at the state capital for Bucks County and the Pennsbury community because not one, but two teams were celebrating championship victories. It was my honor to recognize the Pennsbury Athletic Association 8U and 12U teams on the floor of the Senate for their Cal Ripken World Series and Keystone Cup State Championship wins, respectively.

Update from Senate District 10

KidsFest

Senator Santarsiero at KidsFest with representatives from Bucks County Intermediate Unit’s mobile Fab Lab

KidsFest at Morrisville High School was a great success! Over 30 vendors with fun and valuable information for children and their families participated. Exhibitors included Independence Blue Cross-CHIP, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County, Council Rock Coalition for Healthy Youth (CRCHY), Morrisville Opportunity Educational Foundation, Bucks County Free Library, and many more.

There was also a special and interactive performance by entertainer YoYo, who seeks to inspire children and adults to see fitness as a fun, playful, and lifelong commitment.

Other KidsFest attractions included the PA State Police helicopter, Bucks County Community College’s ArtMobile, animals from the Silver Lake Nature Center, the Bucks County Sheriff's Community Resource Unit, and a fire truck from the Morrisville Fire Company.

$60,000 in Grants Awarded for School Safety Programs

The Pennsylvania Department of Education announced $7.2 million in Safe Schools Targeted Grants, awarded to schools to prevent and reduce violent incidents. The grants are used to purchase safety and security-related equipment, and grants can be used to fund training for staff and police officers.

Bucks County Technical High School will receive $25,000 for the purchase of equipment, while Council Rock School District and Pennsbury School District will receive $19,783 and $19,900, respectively, for school safety programs.

You can learn more about these grants on my district website.

Newtown Brewing Company Grand Opening

Senator Santarsiero with Newtown Brewing Company owners Gregg and Sara Bonstein

It was a pleasure to join Newtown Brewing Company for its grand opening. I want to wish owners Gregg and Sara Bonstein all the best as they join a flourishing Newtown business community. Whether you enjoy drinking lagers, IPAs, Belgians, wheat beers, stouts, pale ales, or wine, come out and welcome our newest family-owned business to the community.

Morrisville Library Renovations  

Through the award of a Keystone Grant totaling $52,500, Morrisville Free Library will be moving forward on a project to replace the slate roof of the library’s 108-year-old building.

Morrisville Free Library is one of 19 public libraries across 12 counties in Pennsylvania that have been awarded $3.25 million in Keystone Grants to use toward improving physical facilities. Keystone Grants are funded through the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund.

With this generous grant, Morrisville Free Library can continue to provide invaluable resources to our community.

You can learn more about this grant on my district website.

Carbon Countdown Clock, Pennsylvania’s Call to Action

If we want to keep global warming under 2 degrees Celsius, there is only a finite amount of carbon pollution Earth can emit. The amount can be thought of as a fixed budget amount, or quota.

I dedicated a climate page on my website that features a Carbon Countdown Clock, which tracks the time we have left until that budget is depleted. The clock ultimately serves as a reminder to all Pennsylvanians that we have a responsibility to address climate change. The page also highlights legislative steps I’ve taken to address climate change and reverse man-made damage done to the planet.

Upcoming Events

Legislative Breakfast 
Friday, November 15th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Central Bucks Senior Center 
700 North Shady Retreat Road, Doylestown, PA 18901

ACA Open Enrollment Tour
Tuesday, November 19th
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tullytown Borough Hall
500 Main Street, Tullytown, PA 19007

ACA Open Enrollment Tour
Tuesday, December 10th
10 AM – 12:00 PM
Sellersville Borough Hall
140 East Church Street, Sellersville, PA 18960

Legislative Breakfast
Wednesday, December 11th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Pennridge Community Center
146 East Main Street, Perkasie, PA 18944

To RSVP or learn more information about these events, contact Nancy Adam at nancy.adam@pasenate.com, by phone at (215) 489-5000, or visit my website, SenatorSteveSantarsiero.com/events.

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My Office is Here to Serve You. How Can We Help?

Legislation: If you are interested in the status of a certain piece of legislation or obtaining copies of bills, my office will be able to provide that information to you. 

Forms and Applications: You can reach out to my office for assistance with any number of forms, including birth and death certificates, grant applications, consumer complaint forms, hunting or fishing licenses, notary public applications, and voter registration. 

Notary: A certified notary is available in both my Newtown and Doylestown office. Staffers  can provide this service at no charge for most official documents and state forms. Please call ahead to make sure our notary is in the office and can accommodate the work you are requesting. 

State Agencies: My office can assist in any dealings with state agencies, including the Department of Corrections, Military and Veterans Affairs, PennDOT, Department of Human Services, and State Police. 

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Visiting the Capitol: You can visit the Pennsylvania Capitol website or contact my office about setting up school or other group trips to the Capitol.

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