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In this Update:
Calling for an End of Twice-Yearly Time Changes
The twice-a-year switch back and forth between Standard Time and Daylight Saving Time results in more accidents, health problems and a loss of productivity of more than $400 million annually. This week, the Senate passed a resolution I sponsored calling on Congress to end the outdated practice of changing the clocks twice a year, and instead establish a consistent, year-round time. To date, at least 29 states have introduced legislation to stop clock changes. Learn more about this resolution here. ICYMI: Shapiro Energy Policy Goes From Bad to Worse
Governor Shapiro’s continued pursuit of a billion-dollar tax on electricity is harming our state’s economy, creating serious threats to the reliability of our grid, and hiking consumers’ energy bills. In a recent op-ed, I encouraged the governor to stop pointing fingers and blaming others, and instead work with lawmakers to develop an energy policy that makes sense for Pennsylvania. You can read the full op-ed on Broad and Liberty here. Still Time to Apply for Grow PA Scholarship Grants
Pennsylvanians can still apply for Grow PA Scholarship Grants of up to $5,000 per year for in-state students who pursue a degree or certification for an in-demand occupation. The application period for grants opened two weeks ago, and the program has already generated more than 4,000 applications statewide. To qualify for the grant, applicants must agree to live and work in Pennsylvania in that occupation after graduation. Grant recipients will be required to live and work in Pennsylvania for 12 months for each year they receive the grant. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the grant converting to a loan requiring repayment. Courses of study that qualify for the grant include agriculture, computer science, business, education, special education, STEM education, engineering, nursing, allied health, criminal justice and other programs as approved by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Learn more or apply here. Senate Committee Votes to Preserve Women’s Sports
This week, the Senate Education Committee passed legislation to preserve integrity and fairness in women’s sports, progress that was hard fought decades ago with the creation of Title IX. The bill now moves to the full Senate for consideration. Senate Bill 9, known as the Save Women’s Sports Act, would require public schools and colleges to label sports teams as male, female or coed. It would only permit biological females to join teams designated for women. Notably, Senate Bill 9 would allow students to take legal action if they are harmed by violations of this rule. Female students who compete in high school and college sports deserve a level playing field. This bill would protect this opportunity for them, allowing fair and equal access to the personal enrichment, character development and fitness sports provide. Youth Invited to Go Fishing on Saturday
Pennsylvania’s Mentored Youth Trout Day gives young people early access to the state’s stocked trout waters. This year, it will be held on Saturday, March 29, from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Youth anglers need a free Mentored Youth Permit or a Voluntary Youth Fishing License, which can be purchased for $2.97, from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Both are available online or at licensing agents across the state. To participate, youth anglers must be accompanied by a licensed adult angler, which are anglers 16 years of age and older. Adult anglers need a valid Pennsylvania Fishing License and a current Trout Permit. Youth with a license or permit can take a total of two trout (combined species) with a minimum length of seven inches. Adult anglers may not possess trout. March 29 is Vietnam War Veterans Day
Nine million Americans served during the Vietnam War era and 58,000 gave their lives. Sadly, because many people didn’t view the war favorably, Vietnam War veterans received a cold reception when they returned to American soil. Some were even deeply mistreated. March 29 marks the day in 1973 when the last United States troops left Vietnam. That same day, 591 American prisoners were released and returned to the United States. Let us recognize those who fought valiantly for our freedoms. We are grateful for their courage and sacrifices.
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