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In this Update:
Reducing Aggressive Driving, Protecting Pedestrians the Focus of Senate Hearing
Law enforcement agencies, transportation officials and community advocates discussed initiatives to discourage aggressive driving and make roads safer for pedestrians, fellow motorists and cyclists at a public hearing of the Senate Majority Policy Committee. The most effective and comprehensive approach to reducing aggressive driving involves a combination of engineering, education, enforcement and emergency response strategies, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The department collaborates with the Pennsylvania State Police, local governments, universities and other organizations to combat aggressive driving. You can read what other testifiers said and view the full hearing video here. Sharing Legislative Updates with the Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce
The Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce invited local legislators to participate in a breakfast panel with area employers. We discussed many of the key issues confronting northeastern Pennsylvania, including access to health care in rural communities, rising energy costs, the impact of regulatory complexity and permitting delays, and how we can better align our education system with the real-time workforce needs of our region. I appreciated the opportunity to participate in this event. Hearing about the challenges our employers are facing is valuable as we continue our deliberations on the 2026-27 state budget. Beware of Investment Scams on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp
Fraudulent investment schemes are appearing on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp featuring recognizable figures, like Cathie Wood (Ark Invest), Joe Kernen (CNBC) or Kevin O’Leary (CNBC) without their permission. In these “pump and dump” schemes, victims are lured into online groups and convinced to invest in cryptocurrencies or low-priced stocks. The scammers advertise, hype and recommend buying the stocks or cryptocurrencies, increasing their prices, and then sell when the price is high, while the victims lose their money. Attorney General Dave Sunday encourages anyone who may have been a victim of these types of scams to report it to the Bureau of Consumer Protection at 800-441-2555 or scams@attorneygeneral.gov. Women Veterans Invited to Submit Their Stories of Service
Women who served in the armed forces are encouraged to register by May 8 for a state Capitol ceremony honoring their service. The 4th annual Women Veterans Day Commemoration will be held on Wednesday, June 10. Women veterans across the commonwealth are invited to submit entries for a display featuring each participant’s likeness alongside a personal reflection on “What Service Means to Me.” In advance of the in-person ceremony, a virtual display will be accessible online beginning June 8 at the website of the event’s host, SenatorPennycuick.com. To submit a biography and be featured in the display, click here. For additional information or assistance with registration, call 215-541-2388. Nanticoke Conservation Club Celebrates 75th Anniversary
I was pleased to congratulate members of the Nanticoke Conservation Club on their 75th anniversary. Chartered on April 4, 1951, the club focuses on protecting watersheds, making improvements to wildlife habitats and offering outdoor programs for youth. They have led many local efforts to improve water quality and fish populations at local lakes, bring new life to abandoned mine lands and more. They credit their strength and longevity to the constant dedication and commitment of their members. I wish them the best as they continue their important work to protect our natural resources and encourage young people to enjoy the natural beauty of northeastern Pennsylvania. Area Creameries Encouraged to Join the PA Ice Cream Trail
Area creameries have until this Monday, April 13, to get listed on the 2026 PA Ice Cream Trail. Last year’s promotion brought more than 12,500 visitors to creameries statewide. The PA Ice Cream Trail runs from June to September and is designed to increase consumer awareness of locally produced dairy products. The program includes a digital passport featuring creameries across the state and a prize for those who visit a certain number of creameries. Pennsylvania dairy farms that have a value-added ice cream component to their business and meet the qualifications of the PA Preferred® program are encouraged to join the trail. Find out how to participate at the Center for Dairy Excellence. Planting Pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention Month
Every April, the Luzerne County Child Advocacy Center plants pinwheels to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month. At the Luzerne County Courthouse, 391 pinwheels were planted by county leaders, representing the number of children CAC helped last year. Pinwheels were also planted at the Dallas Rotary Club Triangle. I commend the CAC, its staff and community partners for their unwavering commitment to giving our kids a chance at the better life they so richly deserve. As the chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, advocacy and action on behalf of at-risk children has been and continues to be a core priority of my Senate service.
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