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The latest news from the State Capitol |
Officer Champion Honored
Last week I joined Perryopolis Officer Richard Champion’s family and Perryopolis Police in unveiling signs along State Route 51 designating a portion of the roadway as the Officer Richard Champion Memorial Highway. Champion died in the line of duty on Dec. 14, 2014, while pursuing another vehicle on State Route 51 in Perry Township, Fayette County. Language added to Act 159 of 2016 named the roadway.
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Remembering Our Heroes
Monday, May 29, is Memorial Day, honoring the men and women who have sacrificed their lives serving in our nation’s military. Please consider joining me on Monday, May 29, at 10 a.m., for the New Salem parade and service at the New Salem Honor Roll, in front of the New Salem Volunteer Fire Department, 40 S. Mill St. or check out Memorial Day plans in your community. For more information on Memorial Day and its history, click here.
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Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights
On Monday, I joined with hundreds of Second Amendment supporters and dozens of my colleagues in reaffirming our constitutional right to keep and bear arms and opposing attempts that seek to diminish these rights. In its 12th year, this year’s theme was Make the Second Amendment Great Again.
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Bill Aims to Ensure Pennsylvanians’ Access to Flights, Federal Buildings Continues
Pennsylvanians would not have to purchase identification that complies with the federal REAL ID Act under legislation on its way to the governor’s desk. Under Senate Bill 133, residents would be able to choose between a REAL ID or a standard driver’s license or photo ID. Residents who choose the standard form of identification would have to have a passport or other REAL ID-compliant identification to board an airplane or enter a federal building once the new system is in place. It is not yet clear how long it will take to fully implement REAL ID in Pennsylvania, so the Commonwealth will be requesting an extension from the federal government. Assuming the extension is granted, Pennsylvanians will be able to continue using their current form of state-issued identification to board airplanes or enter federal buildings. Offering residents a choice allows Pennsylvania to comply with the requirements of federal law while also avoiding unnecessary burdens on taxpayers who would face higher costs for the new form of identification. Gov. Tom Wolf has indicated he will sign the bill.
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Traveling Over Memorial Day? Check Traffic Conditions on 511PA.com
Travelers can log onto 511PA.com to check current traffic impacts from construction, traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and for access to more than 770 traffic cameras. The service is free and available 24 hours a day. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website. Travelers are always reminded to buckle up, put their phones away and stay sober when behind the wheel. In other PennDOT news, driver license and photo centers will be closed Saturday, May 27, through Monday, May 29, for the holiday. Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, dmv.pa.gov.
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Out and About!
Recently, I attended the City of Connellsville’s council meeting to present flags and provide a legislative update. The city had requested a new American flag, Pennsylvania flag and POW flag to replace the weathered ones on its flagpoles.
Last Saturday, I attended Rep. Matt Dowling’s (R-Fayette/Somerset) ceremony and picnic for veterans at the Hopwood AMVETS Post 103. I am always proud to honor and acknowledge all those who have fought for and served our country. Thank you, veterans!
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| Office Locations |
| Capitol Office: Room B-11, Main Capitol Building, PO Box 202052, Harrisburg PA 17120-2052 | (717) 787-1540 |
| District Office: 1040 Eberly Way, Suite 250, Lemont Furnace, PA 15456 I Phone: (724) 437-1105 |
| Email: rwarner@pahousegop.com |
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