In January 2025, a Georgia couple faced over 200 counts of aggravated animal cruelty after dozens of animals were rescued from a disabled school bus in Adams County. This is why I continue to push for stronger penalties for animal abuse.
My amendment to Senate Bill 398 would have modernized and expanded small games of chance as an interim lifeline: allowing secure mobile and electronic payments, raising prize limits, enabling all eligible licensed groups to conduct online raffles, updating how proceeds are distributed, and more. Unfortunately, the amendment was voted down. As the skill games issue remains unresolved, we must keep fighting to ensure our community organizations, clubs, and volunteer fire companies aren’t left behind.
The Sept. 9 session at Congress Hall gave me a meaningful chance to connect with history and share a story about my ancestors who stepped in to help preserve the Liberty Bell for our country.
On June 30, I stood alongside House Republican colleagues to announce a 10-bill package aimed at expanding Pennsylvania's energy generation and bringing down costs for you. This is about ensuring safe, reliable, and affordable energy right here in the Commonwealth, so residents and businesses can benefit from our incredible energy potential.
Without collaboration from YWCA Hanover and the Hanover Area YMCA, the 14-bill package House Republicans introduced would not have been possible. We owe a debt of gratitude to all the stakeholders and providers who were willing to work together to develop child care solutions for families here in Pennsylvania.
Press Conference: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Rep. David H. Rowe, Rep. Kate Klunk, and other lawmakers host the "Making Child Care Affordable for Pennsylvania Families" press conference. The presser unveils a legislative package focused on improving affordability, expanding access, and supporting child care providers.
In southern York County, we are constantly reminded of the lower gas prices just across the border in Maryland. To help families manage the rising cost of living, I support a bill that would institute a six-month gas tax holiday, helping Pennsylvanians save at the pump.
On June 1, I had the opportunity to speak at a press conference hosted by the Pennsylvania Pregnancy Wellness Collaborative (PPWC). I was proud to help kick off its annual day of advocacy by discussing the ways in which these essential providers fill gaps by delivering prenatal care, material support, counseling, transportation, and more. Strong families ensure a strong Pennsylvania. PPWC works to build that future every day.
During National Safe Boating Week from May 16-22, boaters are reminded to wear a life jacket, never boat while intoxicated, have a float plan to let someone know where and when they'll be boating, check the weather forecast before and during each boating trip, and take a basic safe boating education course.
Rep. Kate Klunk enters the Smoke Filled Room
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