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In this Update:

• Survey Results Show Support for Grow PA
• “Free” Computer Security Scan Really Just a Scam
• Seniors: Protect Yourself from Scams and Exploitation
• Make Memories at a PA Fair
• Planning Outdoor Adventures

Survey Results Show Support for Grow PA

Thank you to all the community residents who completed my legislative survey about post-secondary education and career preparation. The results showed strong support for the concepts included in the “Grow PA” package of bills that my colleagues and I introduced in April.

Some of the highlights included:

• 64% supported providing additional targeted financial assistance to college students from Pennsylvania who pursue high-demand careers and agree to live and work in PA after graduation.
• 68% supported a limited, fiscally responsible expansion of financial assistance programs that are already generating positive results for workforce development in Pennsylvania.
• 68% favored adding performance-based metrics to funding for state-related universities to ensure all taxpayer dollars dedicated to these institutions are being put to the best possible use.
• Nearly two-thirds of respondents opposed Governor Shapiro’s plan to merge the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education with the state’s community college system.

For more information on Grow PA, visit our new webpage at https://www.pasenategop.com/grow-pa-higher-ed/.

“Free” Computer Security Scan Really Just a Scam

Scammers are becoming more skilled all the time. They have created pop-ups and ads for a “free” scan to keep your computer safe – some even with a Windows logo – that trick people into paying to fix computer problems that may not even exist.

While it’s illegal to lie about finding security threats on your computer, tech firms Reimage and Restoro did that to convince people to pay tens of millions of dollars for software and services to repair made-up problems.

Avoid tech support scams by never clicking a link or calling a number in a pop-up warning. Know that legitimate tech companies won’t contact you by phone, email or text message to tell you there’s a problem with your computer. Learn more.

Seniors: Protect Yourself from Scams and Exploitation

Sadly, seniors are victimized financially not only by strangers but even people they know, such as their family member or caregiver. Scammers can swindle them out of their money, pension and even home.

A variety of factors make seniors more vulnerable, including when they have recently lost a spouse, are isolated or face pressure to change their will. When they fall higher on the vulnerability scale, it’s even more important to take precautions to avoid exploitation and fraud.

To protect themselves, seniors should not accept calls from anyone they do not know or give personal information to strangers – regardless of who they claim to be. Review financial account statements at least monthly and contact the financial institution, credit card issuer or other provider immediately if there are unauthorized charges. Learn more.

Make Memories at a PA Fair

Pennsylvania has more than 100 agriculture fairs and events scheduled this summer and fall.

At a festival, you can enjoy the commonwealth’s vibrant heritage and support our local communities. Between the food, animals and exhibits, there’s something for everyone.

The 2024 Pennsylvania Fair Guide maps out the fairs across the state, broken down by region. Find dates and locations to plan your day at the fair.

Planning Outdoor Adventures

As we celebrate Great Outdoors Month in June, it’s the perfect time to engage in recreational opportunities that allow us to enjoy the lakes, mountains, waterfalls, beaches and forests that Pennsylvania offers. Get a jumpstart planning your trip with information about lodging, dining, things to do, and, of course, outdoor adventures.

Great Outdoors Month first started as Great Outdoors Week in 1998.

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