Chuck McIlhinney

10th Senatorial District Serving Bucks County

[Chuck McIlhinney @chuckmcilhinney]

During National Alzheimer’s Awareness & Caregivers Month, @PADMVA notes that PA’s 6 veterans homes offer care for eligible veterans & spouses w/ memory loss. Staffed by physicians, nurses, pharmacists, registered dieticians & more. Locations & info here:
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If you use a generator for power outages, @PA_PUC urges you to connect the equipment you want to power directly to the generator, not your home's electrical system, which could shock utility crews working on nearby power lines. More tips on generator use: https://t.co/qhkwBDozPI

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New PA law requires colleges to send an annual letter to students updating them on their current student loan debt level & obligation, plus information on accessing online repayment calculators. Act 121 will help families make informed borrowing decisions
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#PASenate Bill 1092 is now law, increasing penalties for domestic violence committed in front of children. One in 10 children are exposed to domestic violence & most are under age 6. Such children are more likely to be abused/become abusers as adults.
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Residents can apply now for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance grants to help pay heating bills. Grants range from $200 - $1,000 based on household size, income & fuel type. Households experiencing a heating crisis may be eligible for additional benefits. https://t.co/ToBypsYSTh

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Veterans’ service organizations can apply for @PADMVA grants to address veteran homelessness, behavioral health, & veterans’ courts. Counties can apply for $ targeting newly identified, unmet/emerging needs of veterans & their families. Deadline Nov. 30.
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A Public Meeting will be held to discuss the Swamp & Old Easton Intersection Improvement Project - Monday, November 5th at 7pm at the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center of Bucks County.

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The 2018 State Champion Newtown American Legion (Junior Prep) Baseball Team were recognized by Senator McIlhinney and @SenTomlinson during their visit to Harrisburg.

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Nearly 40 PA hunters each year experience falls from tree stands that result in traumatic injuries. @PAGameComm urges tree stand users to wear a full-body harness & keep it attached to the tree at all times while climbing & hunting. More here:
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Recent hurricanes mean consumers should be on the lookout for flood-damaged cars being sold as undamaged new or used vehicles. Check for water stains, rusty metal, mold etc. You can find a @PAInsuranceDept Flood Damaged Vehicle Checklist here:
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Following the recent deadly limousine accident in NY, the PA PUC is offering safety tips for consumers. PA limousine services outside of Philadelphia are required to obtain a PUC certificate of public convenience for transporting passengers. https://t.co/6SjkN1ARTU

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Legislation providing students with alternatives to Keystone Exams to fulfill high school graduation requirements received final legislative approval. Senate Bill 1095 requires students to meet or exceed local grade requirements in core subjects.
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The #PASenate recently passed SB 31 to use $1 million in existing state funds to award grants supporting research into spinal cord injuries. Grants could help PA's talented research universities achieve medical breakthroughs that improve lives.
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Tuesday, October 9, is the last day to register to vote before the November 6, 2018 election. You can register online or complete a voter registration form and submit it to your county board of elections.
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Don't suffer in silence. Counseling, crisis intervention, housing, legal & medical advocacy, safety planning, shelter & more is available. For help, call 1-800-799-7263 or find local support services here: https://t.co/ADfqeJYyUv

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The #PASenate approved legislation to permit eligible Pennsylvanians to open special savings accounts & take state tax deductions for savings toward a down payment & closing costs. Would increase access to responsible home ownership & boost economy
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Senator McIlhinney is joined by his “Day at the Capitol” guests Sandy and Roy Brown.

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The @PHFAtweets offers free, one-on-one personal finance coaching from credentialed counselors at regional locations. Topics include improving your credit score, budgeting & creating a personal financial action plan. Find the nearest location here: https://t.co/Z9aRKByXoj

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New PA program provides grants of up to $100,000 for #dairy research/development/marketing projects, up to $50,000 for value-added processing projects & dairy operations transitioning to organic products. For dairy businesses, co-ops, nonprofits, schools.
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Today we celebrated @DoylestownHlth & their completion of the exterior steel structure of the new, state-of-the-art Center for Heart and Vascular Care.