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This week, I had the opportunity to visit the Uppe

This week, I had the opportunity to visit the Upper Bucks Technical School. I was able to try some food from the restaurant and bakery, which just reopened to the public on Tuesday through Thursday from 12pm-1pm.

I recently conducted a survey, which was posted on

I recently conducted a survey, which was posted on my website and promoted on social media, asking the following question ➡️ Should Pennsylvanians be required to show a “vaccine passport” – proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a recent negative test – to enter a venue for mass gatherings and/ or flying?

Below are the results ⬇️

🔸Absolutely no vaccine passport at all: 77%

🔸Yes - for both mass gatherings and flying: 17%

🔸No - for both mass gatherings and flying: 3%

🔸Yes – for flying: 2%

🔸No - for mass gatherings: 1%

🔸Yes – for mass gatherings: 0%

This week is #TeacherAppreciationWeek. This week,

This week is #TeacherAppreciationWeek. This week, and every week, we thank our incredible teachers for all that they do! Their hard work and dedication to their students make a huge difference in lives each and every day. Make sure you #ThankATeacher today!🍎

📢BREAKING: The Governor and the COVID-19 Vaccin

📢BREAKING: The Governor and the COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force just announced that mitigation orders, other than the mask mandate, will be lifted by May 31, 2021.

The mask mandate will be lifted when 70% of Pennsylvania adults are fully vaccinated.

When it comes to emergency declarations and limits

When it comes to emergency declarations and limits on civil liberties, I think more voices – representing the will of the people – make for better emergency response and more enduring freedom.
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https://www.senatormensch.com/2021/04/30/op-ed-dont-fear-debate-give-the-peoples-representatives-a-voice-in-pandemic-response/

On May 18th, voters will have the opportunity to c

On May 18th, voters will have the opportunity to cast their votes on 3 proposed amendments to the PA Constitution.

More than $100 million in private donations over t

More than $100 million in private donations over the next 10 years could be raised to support childhood cancer research under a bill passed today by the #PASenate. I was happy to support this important piece of legislation.

Yesterday, the Senate approved a plan to reform th

Yesterday, the Senate approved a plan to reform the Public-Private Transportation Partnership (P3) statute and to void the PennDOT plan to toll nine Pennsylvania bridges, which I supported.

This month, I joined @senlisaboscola to introduce

This month, I joined @senlisaboscola to introduce a resolution that designates the month of April 2021 as “Pennsylvania Community College Month” in the Commonwealth.

I am pleased to continue to support all of our community colleges.

https://www.senatormensch.com/2021/04/28/senator-mensch-and-senator-boscola-introduce-resolution-recognizing-april-2021-as-pennsylvania-community-college-month/

Learn more about how to help fight the opioid cris

Learn more about how to help fight the opioid crisis and keep our waterways clean by visiting https://pennpirg.org/blogs/blog/usp/underappreciated-way-fight-opioid-crisis-and-keep-our-waterways-clean?fbclid=IwAR1ORc4_sIYJ17UMwID0OMpqHDea5t1ip8cJ4A131EAZ-G70zOLR4eIymOE

#PASenate Appropriations Committee PA Budget heari

#PASenate Appropriations Committee PA Budget hearings schedule for today ⬇️

2:00pm: Department of Transportation

Watch live: https://analytics.twitter.com/mob_idsync_click?slug=qBziIVRMYp&idb=AAAAEIBQJ-DS7995dxM7vdcmBZS2mpaoPNK7pUc5JtVOfj-1XIEOPylBz9dbeFHy8bwAeD4vNEZJH3OTDcd_iXnoAIJn2YFaKgATh-3YMrRSosBloMBiVQMQcjcI7dcFRu6TlhSnsGFe1wAG1bkRRqQ_19r7c1P_YIC_26NppBi8FDNCvsRsOdqSf664hgGIRTEdAoVjcOHlMEx4v8i38D7yxXjpcPLEgadmwVk2iHHxLKrIxQkB9HGFGEGCVZS4VB2-v32GYhuDYau1zRD_fvVXPw&ad_tracking=true&tailored_ads=true

The Pennsylvania Senate voted to repeal a portion

The Pennsylvania Senate voted to repeal a portion of the state’s school code to protect the first amendment rights of teachers, which I supported.

Senate Bill 247 repeals Section 1112 of the Public School Code of 1949, which prohibits teachers from wearing any garb, mark, emblem, or insignia that would indicate they are a member of or adherent to any religious order or sect while in the performance of their duties as a teacher.

Under the school code, a teacher who violates this ban must be suspended from teaching for a term of one year, or permanently disqualified from teaching after multiple offenses. Public school directors can be held criminally liable for failing to enforce this prohibition.

Pennsylvania is the last state in the United States with this provision still in place. In 2003, the federal courts held that the school’s religious affiliations policy violates the free exercise of religion and free speech clauses of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution after a teacher was suspended for refusing to remove or conceal a small cross necklace.

The bill will now be sent to the state House of Representatives for consideration.

https://www.senatormensch.com/2021/04/20/senate-votes-to-protect-first-amendment-rights-of-teachers/

I am proud and honored to serve as a member of the

I am proud and honored to serve as a member of the #PASenate Republican leadership team this session.

PA's Move Over Law takes effect on April 27. This

PA's Move Over Law takes effect on April 27. This law requires drivers to slow down and move into a lane not next to an emergency response area when an emergency vehicle has its lights flashing and where road crews/ emergency responders have lighted flares or posted signs.

Independent and third-party voters are eligible to

Independent and third-party voters are eligible to vote on proposed amendments to the PA Constitution in the spring primary election. Current law does not permit Independent or third-party voters to cast ballots in most primary elections. However, all registered voters are eligible to weigh in on Constitutional amendments in any election. Two proposed amendments would limit the length of emergency declarations and require more collaboration between the different branches of government during a disaster. More:
https://issue.pasenategop.com/ballot-question/

I was happy to join The Chamber of Commerce for Gr

I was happy to join The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County for their “Meet Your State Legislative Representatives” virtual event this morning to discuss the budget and legislative priorities.

Older adults seeking a #COVID19 vaccine appointmen

Older adults seeking a #COVID19 vaccine appointment can contact their local Area Agency on Aging if they need help scheduling an appointment. AAAs may also be able to help arrange transportation if needed. You can find your local AAA here: https://www.aging.pa.gov/local-resources/Pages/AAA.aspx

The last year has been very difficult in terms of

The last year has been very difficult in terms of our economy and jobs. To get back on track, it’s important to focus on how technology and infrastructure can positively impact our economy in significant ways.

Read more: https://www.senatormensch.com/2021/04/15/senate-community-economic-recreational-development-committee-hold-hearings-to-explore-economic-impact/

Thank you Veritas Medical Solutions for the tour o

Thank you Veritas Medical Solutions for the tour of your facility today before the #PASenate Community, Recreational & Economic Development Committee hearing.

Veritas radiation shielded treatment facilities assist cancer centers and protect healthcare workers in PA and around the world.

Today, my staff and I wear blue in honor of #Natio

Today, my staff and I wear blue in honor of #NationalChildAbusePreventionMonth to help spread awareness to prevent child abuse and neglect.

#WearBlueDay

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