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Ice Cream & Issues
Thank you to everyone who came out in the storm for my ice cream and issues on Tuesday. It was a great discussion and I look forward to my Carlisle event in September!
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In 45 Days, Early Voting Begins?
Today marks 45 days until early voting is scheduled to begin and my office is receiving almost daily inquiries about early voting.
While we do not know if the ballots will be ready on time yet, please read about how you can vote early by clicking here so that you understand the process.
Even if you plan on voting in person, please request a mail in ballot so that you have it in case there is an unforeseen reason you will not be able to get to the polls on Tuesday, November 5th.
Step 1
Request a mail-in ballot.
There are 3 ways to request a mail in ballot:
1. Online here
2. By mail. Request a form to be mailed to you here and mail it back filled out , fill it out and return it by mail.
3. Go in person to the Cumberland County Elections, 1601 Ritner Hwy Suite 201, Carlisle, PA 17013. You can fill out a mail-in ballot application on the spot, vote it and turn it in all in the same trip.
Step 2
Vote the Mail-in or Absentee Ballot
Once you receive your official ballot in the mail (sometime after Sept. 16), fill it out and return your voted ballot by mail or in person at the election’s office.
Step 3
Track your returned ballot.
If you mail it back, you can then fill out this online form here to track your voted ballot.
If you decide to vote in person and did not return your mail-in or absentee ballot, you have two options:
1. Bring your ballot and the pre-addressed outer return envelope to your polling place to be voided. After you surrender your ballot and envelope and sign a declaration, you can then vote a regular ballot.
2. If you don’t surrender your ballot and return the envelope, you can only vote by provisional ballot at your polling place. Your county board of elections will then verify that you did not vote by mail before counting your provisional ballot.
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Tax Credits Encourage Employers to Invest in Education Savings Accounts
Working to make higher education more affordable, the General Assembly recently adopted a new law creating a tax credit for employers that invest in PA 529 College and Career Savings Program accounts held by their employees.
The law allows a 25% tax credit on employer contributions of up to $500 per participating employee per year. This initiative encourages employers to support their employees’ educational savings, facilitating financial planning for future educational expenses.
The credit also would apply to employer contributions to PA ABLE accounts, which help people with disabilities plan for their future expenses without risking benefit eligibility.
More information about the state’s 529 savings programs is available at patreasury.gov.
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PHEAA Announces Financial Aid Seminars
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is hosting free webinars in August aimed at helping students and families understand financial aid and loan repayment.
The webinar titled “Deep Dive into Covering the Gap” will be offered at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 6, and at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22. This one-hour session aims to help students and their families understand their bill and financial aid package, and determine what, if any, borrowing is needed to cover the difference between aid and actual cost.
The webinar titled “Financial Aid Timeline – Know What to Do When” will be offered at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8, and again at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 20. This one-hour presentation will provide the starting points and web resources for effective research before, during and after your student makes post-secondary education decisions.
For a full schedule, and to register your participation, visit pheaa.org/virtual.
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New Grant Program for Sportsmen’s Clubs Accepting Application
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is now accepting applications for its Pennsylvania Shooting Range Improvement Program.
Applicants may include existing shooting ranges, shooting clubs, recreational shooting organizations, archery clubs and education groups. Applicants must demonstrate public use of current facilities.
Eligible projects include development and renovation of facilities, construction of backstops and safety berms, addition of permanent target systems, creation of shooting stations and covers, lead remediation, and more.
Applications are due Sept. 1. For more information on the program, including the application, click here.
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National Night Out
This Tuesday, Aug. 6, is National Night Out, a day set aside to promote police-community partnerships and engage all of us in the effort to support the health and safety of our friends and neighbors.
Millions of people across the country will take part in National Night Out events, including block parties, festivals, parades, cookouts and more.
Here are a few of the celebrations happening in our communities:
8/6 National Night Out
6-8 p.m.
Carlisle Fairgrounds
1000 Bryn Mawr Rd
Carlisle, PA
8/6 National Night Out
6-8 p.m.
Spring Meadows Park
640 W First St
Boiling Springs, PA
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Summer Resources
There are still several weeks until summer is over, and the kids go back to school so take advantage of some available resources while you can!
USDA Summer Resources Site finder
PA Department of Education Summer Food Service (SFSP).
Project Share
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Congratulations Pleasant View Antiques!
My legislative aide, Josiah Jones presented a certificate today to the Knouses in honor of their 1-year anniversary in Newville.
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Carlisle Parks & Recreation
The new 2024 fall program guide is out! Click here to view.
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Upcoming Events
Telephone Town Hall
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
5:30-6:30 p.m.
If you do not receive an automated phone call from me asking you to join the call, you can dial-in at 877-229-8493 and use PIN: 118395 beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Ice Cream & Issues: Budget & FPR Update
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
5:30-7:00 p.m.
Letort Park
260 East Pomfret Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
Registration appreciated by Friday, September 13, at RepGleim.com/events or call 717-249-1990.
**NOTE: This event was originally scheduled for Wed., July 31st but moved due to an unavoidable scheduling conflict.
Farmers Breakfast
Friday, September 20, 2024
9-11 a.m.
West Pennsboro Volunteer Fire Company
20 Park Road, Plainfield, PA 17081
RSVP required by Friday, Sept. 13, at RepGleim.com/events or call 717-249-1990.
Cumberland County 50+ Expo
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Carlisle Expo Center
100 K Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
Come visit our table at the 50+ Expo, no registration required.
Fall Fair
Friday, October 18, 2024
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Newville Lions Club Fairgrounds
433 Shippensburg Road, Newville, PA 17241
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with government and community service/resource providers to obtain information that may benefit them and their families. Light refreshments provided. Registration appreciated by Friday, Oct. 11, at RepGleim.com/events or call 717-249-1990.
Veterans Appreciation Breakfast & Expo
Friday, November 1, 2024
9-11 a.m.
U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center
950 Soldiers Drive, Carlisle, PA 17013
Veteran and one guest must RSVP by Friday, Oct. 25
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| Office Locations |
| District Office: 437 E North Street | Carlisle, PA 17013 | Phone: 717-249-1990 |
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| 427 Irvis Office Building | House Box 202199 Harrisburg, PA 17120-2199 | 717-772-2280 |
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