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Grants for School Safety, Mental Health Awarded to 87th District Schools, Says Kutz

On April 29, 2024, Representative Thomas Kutz of the 87th District announced that various school districts in the region have been awarded grants from the School Safety and Security Committee (SSSC) to enhance safety, security, and mental health support within schools. In a statement, Rep. Kutz emphasized the importance of these grants, stating, "Updating facilities to ensure students, teachers, administrators and school employees are safe in their classrooms is critical."Kutz further highlighted the dual impact of the grants, noting, “These awards will not only be used...

By Cumberland Valley News | Apr 29, 2024

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Delozier, Kutz and Rothman to Host Community-Wide Shred Day

State Reps. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-88) and Thomas Kutz (R-87) along with Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) have announced a community-wide document shredding event for residents of Hampden or Silver Spring townships. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Kohl’s parking lot at 6444 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg.Delozier emphasized the importance of safely disposing of sensitive information, stating, “It’s time to do some spring cleaning, making it a great time to safely dispose of documentation containing private and personal information...

By Cumberland Valley News | Apr 26, 2024

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Kutz, Rothman: Silver Spring Township Awarded State Grant for Road Improvements

By Cumberland Valley News | Mar 26, 2024

HARRISBURG—Silver Spring Township in Cumberland County has been granted a Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) grant for road improvements along Main Street at the Village of New Kingstown, as announced by Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-87) and Sen. Greg Rothman (R-34) on March 26, 2024.“Cumberland County is full of great communities in which to live, work and raise a family, and its population is among the fastest growing in the Commonwealth,” said Rep. Kutz. “I was glad to advocate for this project, which invests state dollars in an expanding community to improve roadways for...

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PA House Republicans to Use Discharge Resolution Process to Advance Voter ID Constitutional Amendment

By Cumberland Valley News | Mar 25, 2024

HARRISBURG – House Republicans in Pennsylvania have announced their intention to advance a voter identification constitutional amendment using the discharge resolution process. The decision comes after the amendment had been stagnant in committee for almost a year, despite bipartisan support for the concept among the public and House members.House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler highlighted the widespread bipartisan backing for requiring identification to vote, stating, "For nearly a year, this legislation has sat in committee. And that is despite poll after poll after...

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Kutz to Host Press Conference with Bipartisan Future Caucus

By Cumberland Valley News | Mar 21, 2024

Rep. Thomas Kutz of Cumberland will be hosting a press conference to discuss the goals of the Bipartisan Future Caucus. The event will take place on Monday, March 25, at 12:30 p.m. in the Speaker Matthew J. Ryan Building Atrium, Pennsylvania Capitol Complex. Joining Rep. Kutz will be Rep. Justin Fleming of Dauphin, along with members of the Bipartisan Future Caucus.For media inquiries and further information, please contact Katelin Morrison at 717-260-6502 or via email at kmorrison@pahousegop.com.

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Gleim to Host Concealed Carry Seminar at the Newville Fairgrounds April 11

By Cumberland Valley News | Mar 20, 2024

Rep. Barb Gleim is inviting area residents to her Concealed Carry Seminar on Thursday, April 11, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Newville Fairgrounds, 433 Shippensburg Road in Newville.“This is a great opportunity to learn about Pennsylvania firearm laws and ask questions of the experts,” said Gleim. “I encourage anyone who owns a firearm or is thinking of purchasing one to attend.”There will be a presentation about Pennsylvania’s concealed firearm laws by Firearm Owners Against Crime. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office will also be on-site to process Cumberland County...

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PA Housing Shortage, Attainability Focus of 12-Bill House Package

By Cumberland Valley News | Mar 13, 2024

A group of House members in Pennsylvania has recently introduced a comprehensive package of 12 bills aimed at addressing the housing shortage and improving attainability in the state. Led by House Republican Housing and Community Development Committee Chairman Rich Irvin and a team of legislators, the package focuses on enhancing affordability through various measures such as tax breaks, grants, and incentives for homeowners and builders.According to the bill sponsors, the lack of housing supply combined with rising costs for rentals and home purchases has created...

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Kutz to Host Bridge Dedication for Fallen Firefighter Jerome Guise

By Cumberland Valley News | Mar 7, 2024

Mar. 07, 2024Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) will be hosting a ceremony dedicating the bridge carrying Route 34 over Mountain Creek in Mount Holly Springs in honor of fallen firefighter and community hero Jerome Guise. Guise gave his life in service to the community on March 9, 2020, when the porch of a house collapsed during a two-alarm fire.The dedication ceremony will take place on Saturday, March 9, at 10 a.m. at Citizens Fire Co. No. 1, located at 100 Chestnut St., Mount Holly Springs, PA 17065.For media inquiries, please contact Scott Little at 717.260.6137 or...

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Kutz Introduces Right to Know Bill to Support Financial Literacy, Student Success

By Cumberland Valley News | Mar 4, 2024

Rep. Thomas Kutz, alongside Rep. Justin Fleming, has introduced a bill aimed at enhancing transparency for prospective Pennsylvania students exploring higher education options. The proposed legislation would mandate the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to develop a comprehensive comparison tool to empower students in making well-informed decisions about their post-secondary education."Choosing a college and degree program are monumental decisions that lay the path for a student’s future and success," stated Rep. Thomas Kutz. "By providing students and their...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Cumberland County rise or fall in 2021?

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Cumberland County received $4.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Kutz to Host “Toast with Thomas” at Local Diners

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 27, 2024

HARRISBURG—Constituents of the 87th District are invited to join Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) for Toast with Thomas, a breakfast event at local diners across the district. Breakfast will be held on Monday, March 11, from 9-10:30 a.m. at Silver Spring Diner, located at 6520 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050."I am looking forward to catching up with constituents during my upcoming Toast with Thomas breakfast. This provides a great opportunity for friends and neighbors to gather for a discussion about issues in state government and community concerns. I hope to see...

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Kutz to Host Bridge Dedication for Fallen Firefighter Jerome Guise

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 26, 2024

HARRISBURG—Constituents of the 87th District are invited to join Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) and members of the community for the dedication of the Route 34 Bridge over Mountain Creek in Mount Holly Springs Borough in memory of fallen firefighter and community hero Jerome Guise. The dedication will be held Saturday, March 9, at 10 a.m. at Citizens Fire Co. No. 1, located at 100 Chestnut St., Mount Holly Springs, PA 17065."Jerome and his service with Citizen’s Fire Co. No. 1 are mourned throughout the community today. By dedicating this bridge with permanent signage,...

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Franklin County farmers in 2021 reached $9,778,568

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Franklin County received $9,778,568 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Cumberland County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Cumberland County received $4,837,765 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Kutz: Grants Awarded to 87th District First Responders

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 13, 2024

Grant funding has been awarded to several first responder companies in the 87th Legislative District under the PA Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program. Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) announced that nine fire companies and ambulance squads in his district have received grants from the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.The grants can be used for various purposes such as construction and renovations, equipment purchases or repairs, and reducing existing debt. Kutz expressed his appreciation for the hard work and dedication of firefighters and EMS...

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Gleim Announces Local Fire, Ambulance Grants

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 13, 2024

Representative Barb Gleim (R-Cumberland) has announced that fire and emergency response organizations in the 199th Legislative District in Cumberland County will be receiving grants from the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program. The grants aim to support these organizations that provide essential services to the community."Our fire and EMS companies continue to be stretched thin while providing top-notch services to the communities they serve, which is why this funding is so vital," said Gleim. "I want to thank our first responders for always going...

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Kutz: Cumberland Perry Area Career and Technical Center Receives Grant Award

By Cumberland Valley News | Feb 12, 2024

The Cumberland Perry Area Career and Technical Center (CTC) has been granted a state Competitive Equipment Grant, as announced by state Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland). The grant, worth $60,000, will allow the technical school to purchase cutting-edge equipment for the benefit of its students.Kutz, who represents the 87th Legislative District where the CTC is located, emphasized the importance of trades careers to the economy. He expressed his excitement over the prospect of providing aspiring tradesmen and women with the necessary tools to learn and train using the...

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Pennsylvania House Republicans Introduce Bill Package to Safeguard Critical State Assets from Unfriendly Foreign Entities

By Cumberland Valley News | Jan 24, 2024

Pennsylvania House Republicans are set to introduce a package of bills aimed at protecting critical state assets from unfriendly foreign entities, particularly China. The move comes in response to recent events, including the hacking of the Aliquippa Municipal Authority, which have raised concerns about the security of state infrastructure.One of the proposed bills, put forth by Rep. Barb Gleim (R-Cumberland), seeks to restrict the purchase of agricultural land in Pennsylvania by "countries of concern" as designated by the federal government. This includes countries such...

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Kutz, Upper Allen Township, Upper Allen Woman’s Club Host Human Trafficking Community Workshop

By Cumberland Valley News | Jan 19, 2024

On January 22, 2024, Representative Thomas Kutz, in collaboration with Upper Allen Township and the Upper Allen Woman's Club, will be hosting a community workshop to address the issue of human trafficking in the 87th District. The workshop aims to raise awareness about this heinous crime and provide valuable information to the community.One of the highlights of the workshop will be the testimony of a local survivor of human trafficking. This survivor's firsthand account will shed light on the realities of this devastating crime and the importance of taking action to...

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Kutz Announces Grant Awarded to Hidden Creek Park

By Cumberland Valley News | Jan 18, 2024

HARRISBURG - Hidden Creek Park, located in Silver Spring Township, is set to receive a grant of $209,530 from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) under the Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP). The announcement was made by Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) on Tuesday.The grant money will be used to enhance the park's usability and appeal to the Silver Spring community. One of the key improvements will be the transformation of an unpaved trail into a paved one. This will make it more accessible and enjoyable for visitors. In addition, new pickleball courts...