Update from Harrisburg

Honoring Legendary Baseball Journalist Jayson Stark

Senator Santarsiero with Jayson Stark and his family in the Senate chamber

It was my great honor, along with Governor Tom Wolf and Representative Perry Warren (D-31), to welcome legendary sports journalist and Newtown resident, Jayson Stark, to the Capitol in recognition of his earning the National Baseball Hall of Fame's 2019 J.G. Taylor Spink Award. For decades, Jayson has been a trusted figure in sports journalism, and we’re proud to call him our own.

Addressing Gun Violence

Senator Santarsiero speaking at a gun violence prevention rally at the Capitol

I joined my colleague Senator Sharif Street (D-3) in calling upon House and Senate leadership to hold votes on common sense legislation to address the rapid spread of gun violence in Pennsylvania. In the Senate, I have sponsored and co-sponsored several bills on the safe storage of firearms and implementing universal background checks. These bills respect the rights of responsible firearm owners while providing greater safety to our community.

Update from Senate District 10

Shredding Event & Community Drive

Senator Santarsiero with Representative Ullman at the Shredding Event & Community Drive

We had beautiful weather and a great turnout for the Shredding Event & Community Drive at Groveland Elementary School in Plumstead Township. Special thanks to my co-host, Representative Wendy Ullman (D-143), and to Plumstead Township Police Department, Plumsteadville Volunteer Fire Company, Doylestown Lions Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County, and Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County for spending the day with us.

34th Annual Delaware Valley Vietnam Veterans DV3 Flag Memorial Senator Santarsiero planting flags for the memorial   I helped to plant flags for the 34th Annual Delaware Valley Vietnam Veterans DV3 Flag Memorial at Falls Township Community Park. The event honors Vietnam War veterans who were killed, captured, or declared missing in action. This event is one small way our community remembers the brave men and women who faithfully served our nation during the Vietnam War.

Ride for the Heroes at the Garden of Reflection Senator Santarsiero providing opening remarks at the Garden of Reflection   At the Ride for the Heroes event at the Garden of Reflection in Lower Makefield, I was honored to give the opening remarks and have the opportunity to thank the Central Bucks Rotary for their contributions to local veterans' charities. The event drew over 300 riders and raised over $40,000.

Doylestown Fire Company Old Timers Night

Senator Santarsiero with President Fetterolf and Chief Wood

It was a pleasure to join Doylestown Fire Company No. 1 for their Old Timers Night to honor firefighters Rob Hellyer, Harold Reeser, Charlie Penglase, and Don Smith for their service to our community. Special thanks to President Jay Fetterolf and Chief Mike Wood for the invitation and their leadership of the company.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Application Deadline Extended

The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue has announced that the deadline for older adults and residents with disabilities to apply for rebates on rent and property taxes paid in 2018 has been extended from June 30th to December 31st of this year.

You can learn more at the Department of Revenue’s official website.

SEPTA Update

For approximately four weeks beginning Monday, June 10th and ending Wednesday, July 3rd, SEPTA will be working between Woodbourne Station and West Trenton Yard on the West Trenton Line. Work will be performed Monday through Thursday each week from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily. At various times throughout the day, individual grade crossings may be blocked for up to half an hour at a time.

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