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Langerholc organizes expos on alternatives to college education

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) is organizing two expos this week focused on alternatives to traditional college education.

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 18, 2024

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Pennsylvania introduces rape kit tracking system under new law

A new law in Pennsylvania, Act 122 of 2024, introduces a statewide rape kit evidence tracking system.

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 13, 2024

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State grants support renovation projects in Cambria and Centre counties

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 1, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. announced the allocation of $4 million in state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants to projects in Cambria and Centre counties.

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Clearfield County receives over $3.5 million in RACP funding

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 1, 2024

State Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. and State Representative Mike Armanini have announced the allocation of over $3.5 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants to four recipients in Clearfield County.

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FOIA Request Sent to Clearfield County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Clearfield County Election Department in Pennsylvania regarding pre-election voting machine test reports on October 30, 2024.

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Langerholc to host veterans appreciation breakfast in Ebensburg

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 25, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) will host a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast in Cambria County.

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Kephart announces $1.75 million PENNVEST loan for sewage authority upgrade

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 25, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart announced a $1.75 million low-interest loan for the Woodward Township Sewage and Water Authority.

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Local bridge to be named after fallen Marine from Cambria County

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 24, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr. will participate in a ceremony to honor a fallen Marine from Cambria County by naming a local bridge after him. The event is scheduled for Monday, October 28, at 1 p.m., and will take place at the Pickerel Pond Pavilion in Prince Gallitzin State Park, Flinton.

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Kephart receives Guardian of Small Business Award from NFIB

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 24, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart has been honored with the Guardian of Small Business Award by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). This recognition places him among ten legislators in Harrisburg who have been acknowledged for their support of small businesses.

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Pennsylvania legislature approves rape kit tracking system

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 23, 2024

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has unanimously passed a bill introduced by Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. to establish a statewide rape kit evidence tracking system. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 920, allows survivors to monitor the status of their rape kits throughout the testing process, from collection to destruction.

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Kephart and Langerholc announce local share account grants totaling nearly $2.5 million

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 22, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart and Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr. have announced nearly $2.5 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grants allocated for projects in the Cambria and Clearfield communities. The funding is distributed by the Commonwealth Financing Authority under Act 71 of 2004, which aims to support public interest projects.

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Local municipalities and schools receive over $2.7 million in state grants

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 22, 2024

State Senator Cris Dush and State Representative Mike Armanini have announced the allocation of over $2.7 million in grants to local municipalities and schools through two state government programs.

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Langerholc and Armanini announce over $1 million in grants for Clearfield County

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 22, 2024

State Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. and State Representative Mike Armanini have announced that over $1 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grants will be distributed to five recipients in Clearfield County.

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Local communities receive $500K in grants through gaming revenue program

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 22, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) has announced the distribution of $500,000 in state grants aimed at supporting community projects. These funds are provided through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Local Share Account Program, which utilizes revenue from casinos to fund initiatives that serve the public interest and foster community and economic development.

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U.S. Route 219 bridge to be renamed after former state trooper

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 15, 2024

State Representative Mike Armanini will lead a ceremony to rename the U.S. Route 219 bridge in honor of former Pennsylvania State Trooper Brad Wilson. The bridge, which crosses Pentz Run between Sandy Township and the City of DuBois in Clearfield County, is being renamed to recognize Wilson's service and sacrifice. On September 26, 2013, Trooper Wilson was critically wounded while attempting to serve a warrant at a private residence in Jefferson County.

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Kephart announces grant opportunity for local governments in Pennsylvania

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 11, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart has announced a funding opportunity for local governments and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania. Applications for the Local Share Account (LSA) grants can be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development until November 30.

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Kephart announces multimodal program grant applications open until November 5

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 11, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart has announced a funding opportunity for local governments and nonprofit organizations. Applications for the Multimodal Program can be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation until November 5.

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Bridge to be named after fallen Cambria County officer

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 10, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. will participate in a ceremony on Friday, October 11, to honor a fallen police officer from Cambria County by naming a local bridge after him. The bridge, which carries U.S. Route 22 over a tributary of Hinckston Run in Jackson Township, Cambria County, will be named the Officer Matthew Krupa Memorial Bridge.

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Pennsylvania announces broadband grants for Cambria County

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 10, 2024

The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has announced the allocation of several grants aimed at enhancing high-speed internet access in Cambria County. This initiative was disclosed by Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr., representing the 35th District.

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Langerholc's drone bill advances to full Senate after committee approval

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 9, 2024

Senate Bill 1338, introduced by Sen. Wayne Langerholc Jr., has received unanimous support from the Senate Transportation Committee and will now proceed to the full Senate for consideration. The bill aims to establish an interstate compact for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones.