Serving 135th District: Bethlehem, Hanover Twp. Majority Chair of House Finance Committee. Sponsor of legislation to end #gerrymandering

Bethlehem, PA
Joined December 2015
DEP declares a statewide Code Red 🔴 Air Quality Action Day for particulate matter (PM2.5) for Thursday, July 16, 2026. Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota will be entering Pennsylvania’s northernmost counties and pushing into southern counties Wednesday afternoon into Thursday, creating Code Red concentrations of PM2.5. Residents and businesses within the Air Quality Alert areas are strongly encouraged to voluntarily help reduce fine particulate matter air pollution by: - Avoiding the use of gas-powered lawn and garden equipment; - Reducing or eliminating fireplace and wood stove use; and - Avoiding the open burning of leaves, trash, and other materials Residents are strongly encouraged to check airnow.gov for current conditions in their area. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4aYBfia
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Want to know the status of a PennDOT construction project near you? Find project details and view maps and planning data for PennDOT projects at pa.gov/DOTprojects.
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It's pothole repair season! So far this year, our crews across PA have used nearly 83k tons of asphalt to fill potholes caused by PA's freeze/thaw cycle. That's 3x heavier than the Statue of Liberty! See a pothole on a state road near you? Report it to customercare.penndot.pa.gov.
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We use 2,350 trucks, plows and salt spreaders (along with some rented vehicles) to maintain 96,000+ snow-lane miles each winter. It’s no small task! Have questions about our winter maintenance operations across PA? Check out a rundown at bit.ly/DOTWinterOps. #PAWinter
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Our Online Customer Service Center offers secure support for your PA tax needs. Use revenue.pa.gov/help to review thousands of FAQs or submit your own questions any time.
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PA’s Child and Dependent Care Enhancement Tax Credit can deliver between $600 and $2,100 to help eligible PAians with care costs. With tax season right around the corner, learn more about eligibility and how you can benefit when you file your PA return: pa.gov/agencies/revenue/reso…
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Are you struggling to keep your home warm this winter? The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help. Get started by visiting dhs.pa.gov/LIHEAP today.
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Once again for the people in the back: Have a state roadway concern to report? Submit them using customercare.penndot.pa.gov, and we’ll direct your concern to the appropriate office. We’ll schedule any needed repairs, and you’ll receive updates along the way.
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Snow is forecast for parts of PA through New Year’s Day & weekend, with continued high wind gusts that could reduce visibility & affect travel. If you can't exit the highway during a squall, follow these tips to help prevent crashes. More: PennDOT.pa.gov/Winter. #PAWinter
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This is your final reminder, applications for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program must be submitted by tomorrow, Dec. 31. Visit pa.gov/PTRR to review eligibility and apply before the deadline. More info here: pa.gov/agencies/revenue/news…
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Our offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of New Year’s Day. @PaRevenue will return to normal business hours on Friday, Jan. 2. We wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year.
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SNAP EARN offers motivational case management, adult education, GED prep, local support, and so much to help you build a stronger future! Join today: pa.gov/agencies/dhs/resource…
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Autism-Friendly Holiday Tip: Bring favorite items to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder while waiting for activities to start or conclude. Find resources for Pennsylvanians with ASD & their families: dhs.pa.gov/Services/Disabili…
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Did you know aggressive driving behaviors include speeding, tailgating, careless passing, or lane changes, running red lights, and more? Don't be part of the problem. Take care and slow down to help keep our roads safe. Learn more: penndot.pa.gov/AggressiveDri…. #BeSafePA
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The new calculator for the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit is a quick and easy way to see if you might qualify for Pennsylvania’s new state-level earned income tax credit. Try the tool today and get an estimate in minutes at pa.gov/WPTC.
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Shapiro Administration Urges CDC Advisory Committee to Follow Decades of Trusted Science and Maintain Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendation for Newborns Ahead of December Meeting: pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom… @PAHealthDept @PAInsuranceDept
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Today is the day! 2026 Pennsylvania fishing licenses and launch permits are available now! To purchase a license or permit visit HuntFish.PA.gov.
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Rep. Steve Samuelson retweeted
Progress in Pennsylvania! ✊🏿 Lawmakers just passed the CROWN Act to BAN hair discrimination against styles like braids, locs, twists & more. Our hair is powerful, cultural, and BEAUTIFUL. The bill now goes to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk for signature. abc27.com/pennsylvania-polit…
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DRAMATICALLY increased funding for the things that matter most to our students: "The dollars aren't just going to a budget line in a school district. It's actually going to things that matter most to our students."
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Rep. Steve Samuelson retweeted
Victory! The PA CROWN Act will soon be law, ending hair discrimination in Pennsylvania. A win for dignity, equity, and every person who has ever felt judged because of their hair. Our children will grow up in a better Commonwealth — and we can all wear our crowns with pride.
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