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In this Update:
Join Me for My Veterans Appreciation Breakfast on April 29
I’m excited to announce that my annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast is back! This special event will take place on Tuesday, April 29, at 8:30 AM at the Zem Zem Shrine Club (2525 W. 38th Street, Erie), and I hope you’ll join me as we come together to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. This year, I’m especially honored to welcome Major General John R. Pippy, Adjutant General of Pennsylvania, as our keynote speaker. His leadership and service to our nation make this a truly meaningful occasion, and I know his words will inspire us all. Seating is limited, so don’t wait to register! Veterans can sign up with one guest by Tuesday, April 22, by calling 814-453-2515 or registering online here. Doors open at 8 AM, and I look forward to seeing you there. This breakfast is one small way to show my appreciation for our veterans and the sacrifices they’ve made. I hope you’ll join me for this special morning of gratitude and community. Now Hiring: Lifeguards for Presque Isle State Park This Summer
Looking for a great summer job on the shores of Presque Isle State Park? Applications are now open through March 31 for seasonal lifeguard positions at Pennsylvania state parks, including right here in Erie! Lifeguards will earn $17 per hour and must have the proper certifications. Both full-time and part-time schedules are available, making this a great opportunity for students, outdoor enthusiasts, and those looking for rewarding summer work. Lifeguards play a critical role in ensuring the safety of visitors at Presque Isle’s popular swimming areas. Responsibilities include monitoring designated swim zones, enforcing park rules, and responding to emergencies when needed. Interested applicants can find more details about the required qualifications and apply online here. Don’t miss your chance to spend the summer working at one of Pennsylvania’s most scenic destinations! PA Recovers $11.3 Million in Medicaid Fraud
One of my top priorities is fighting fraud throughout state government, and I’m pleased that Attorney General Dave Sunday’s Medicaid Fraud Team recovered more than $11.3 million in misused Medicaid funding in fiscal year 2024. In fact, a federal annual report ranked Pennsylvania first in the nation for number of Medicaid fraud charges filed against individuals and third in convictions secured. The report also states that Medicaid Fraud units across the country recover $3.46 for every $1 spent by the units. Retrieving this funding gave limited-income and vulnerable populations access to health care as intended. The Medicaid Fraud Team prosecutes those who defraud the program through unlawful billing or failure to provide services. It also prosecutes those who neglect or abuse Pennsylvanians dependent on their care and those who financially exploit older adults or care-dependent persons. Online Unclaimed Property Auction – March 26 and 27
Pennsylvania’s next auction of unclaimed property – including jewelry, collectible coins, currency and more – will take place on March 26 and 27. Treasurer Stacy Garrity said more than 5,500 items will hit the auction block, and anyone interested in bidding can register on the website of the Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s auctioneer partner, Pook & Pook. Unclaimed tangible property, like the items being auctioned, comes to Treasury most often from forgotten safe deposit boxes. Treasury works to find the rightful owner for at least three years before auctioning an item but holds auctions twice a year to make room for incoming property in Treasury’s vault – the largest working vault in the country. All items sold at auction are carefully documented, and net proceeds remain with Treasury until a rightful owner comes forward to claim the property – no matter how much time passes. Treasury is working to return more than $4.5 billion in unclaimed property that is owed to more than one in 10 Pennsylvanians. The average value of a claim is about $1,600. This money can belong to individuals, businesses, nonprofits, local government entities and other organizations. Anyone can search for unclaimed property online. My office is also always glad to help you file a claim or to answer any of your questions. Protect Your Home from a Flood
Flooding is the most frequent and expensive U.S. natural disaster. Yet, it’s not typically covered through most homeowners and renter’s insurance. More than 20% of the National Flood Insurance Program’s claims come from outside high-risk flood areas. Those who live in areas with low-to-moderate flooding risk are five times more likely to experience a flood than a fire in their home in the next 30 years. You can determine your risk using this flood map. Checking your policy and consulting your agent to confirm that flood perils are included in your insurance can save you. Review flood insurance basics so you know how to protect your home. Celebrating National Agriculture Week
Agriculture – one of Pennsylvania’s top industries – directly impacts our health, economy and communities. It also preserves open space. Farmers work tirelessly to provide us with fresh produce and dairy products. Supporting them is as easy as enjoying the wonderful foods they offer. As the weather begins to improve, farmers markets will pop up all over the state. Read more about Pennsylvania’s farmers markets. In addition to farming, many other jobs play an important role in our state’s agricultural success. Pennsylvania’s more than 500,000 jobs in agriculture also include the fields of business, technology, science and more.
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