State Senator Cris Dush (pa)
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Unclaimed property clinic offers financial recovery opportunities for Pennsylvanians
Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) and his district office team are partnering with Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity and her office to assist Senate District 25 residents in recovering their unclaimed property.
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Dush announces firearms rights seminar in Elk County
PA Senate Second Amendment Caucus chairman Cris Dush (R-25) will host his next Firearms Rights and Concealed Carry Seminar on Tuesday, Aug. 27, beginning at 6 p.m. This no-cost informational event will be held at the Saint Marys Area High School Auditorium, 977 South Saint Marys Street, Saint Marys.
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Laughlin, Dush introduce new bill targeting protection for sexually exploited minors
HARRISBURG – Senators Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Cris Dush (R-25) introduced legislation today aimed at updating existing “safe harbor laws” to address gaps in the current statute regarding the protection and support of minors who have been victims of sexual exploitation.
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Senator Dush supports efforts for accurate Pennsylvania voter rolls
Honest, transparent, and secure elections remain the cornerstone of our Constitutional Republic. On June 3, as part of the Voter Roll Accountability Project, PA Senate State Government Committee Chairman Cris Dush (R-25) participated in a Capitol news conference hosted by The Center for Election Integrity (CEI) to expose major ongoing problems with Pennsylvania voter rolls.
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Neutral tone adopted in reporting the successful citizen engagement that prevented the establishment of a military flyover training zone in Pennsylvania Wilds
"Dush Credits ‘Top Gun’ Citizen Engagement for Grounding Proposed PA Wilds Military Flyover Zone"
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2A Caucus Chairs Dush and Major Announce Speaker Lineup for April 30 Shall Not Be Questioned, Right to Keep and Bear Arms Rally
Pennsylvania Senate and House Second Amendment Caucus Chairs, Sen. Cris Dush and Rep. Abby Major, have announced the speaker lineup for the upcoming "Shall Not Be Questioned, Right to Keep and Bear Arms Rally" scheduled for April 30, 2024. The event, set to take place at 9 a.m. on the front steps of the state Capitol, will see the participation of pro-Second Amendment state lawmakers, law-abiding firearm owners, and concerned citizens from across the commonwealth.Rep. Abby Major expressed her enthusiasm for hosting the event, stating, "We must continue to work to ensure...
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Dush and Thompson Announce Cameron County Satellite Office Hours
Sen. Cris Dush and Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson have announced their upcoming Cameron County area satellite office hours for April 2024. The office hours will take place on Thursday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce in Emporium, PA.According to the announcement, Dush’s staff will be available to assist with state government-related issues and legislative services. This includes helping residents deal with problems involving state laws, government, or agencies, as well as assisting with PennDOT paperwork, driver’s license and...
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Laughlin, Dush to Introduce Safe Harbor Legislation for Sexually Exploited Children
Sens. Dan Laughlin and Cris Dush have announced their plans to introduce legislation aimed at updating existing safe harbor laws to better protect sexually exploited children. Laughlin emphasized the importance of treating these children as victims rather than criminals, stating, “Minors should not be charged with prostitution; these children should be recognized as victims and provided with the necessary support services to help them recover from their exploitation.”Dush, the prime sponsor of Act 39 of 2023, highlighted the prevalence of sex trafficking even in local...
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Dush, Armanini Confirm $625,000 Awarded for City of St. Marys 120 Connector Project
Sen. Cris Dush and Rep. Mike Armanini have confirmed that $625,000 in state funding has been allocated to the City of St. Marys for the construction of the new 120 Connector Project. The project aims to divert truck traffic away from downtown St. Marys and create opportunities for economic development in Elk County and surrounding areas."I am fully supportive of this major connector project because it holds the potential to permanently divert 70% percent of truck traffic away from The Diamond," said Sen. Dush. He emphasized the broader impact of the project, stating, "the...
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Dush, Benninghoff Confirm $1 Million in Funding for Centre County Infrastructure Projects
Sen. Cris Dush and Rep. Kerry Benninghoff have confirmed the allocation of more than $1 million in state funding for three Centre County infrastructure improvement projects. Dush expressed his satisfaction with the funding, stating, "My team and I are constantly working to secure highly competitive financial assistance for the benefit of our local townships, boroughs and municipalities. It is always rewarding to see state funding return to the 25th Senate District to help offset or eliminate taxpayer costs for essential infrastructure enhancements." Benninghoff, who...
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Dush, Smith Confirm $721,000 Awarded for Jefferson County Infrastructure Improvements
HARRISBURG – Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) and Rep. Brian Smith (R-66) have announced the allocation of $721,138 for three Jefferson County infrastructure improvement projects. According to Sen. Dush, "Strategically bundling infrastructure upgrades, drainage improvements, utility work and other quality of life enhancements whenever possible are proven methods to reducing overall construction costs, increasing public safety and minimizing disruptions for Jefferson County residents and job creators." He emphasized the importance of a well-maintained local transportation...
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Dush, Causer Announce Funding for Keating Township Transportation Projects
Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) and Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) have unveiled a substantial financial boost for transportation projects in Keating Township, McKean County. The announcement, made on Mar 26, 2024, revealed that more than $914,500 in funding has been allocated for two key projects within the township.The funding includes $400,000 designated for the reconstruction of the Bordell Road Bridge and $514,523 for the reconstruction of Reilly Hollow Road. Sen. Dush expressed the significance of this financial support, stating, "Keating Township has received...
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Dush Legislation Would Make Gym Class Optional for PA Student Athletes
HARRISBURG – Sponsored by Sen. Cris Dush (R-25), legislation to allow Pennsylvania student athletes to fulfill physical education (PE) requirements through participation in interscholastic sports (Senate Bill 454), was advanced by the Senate Education Committee on Tuesday.“This important legislation would clearly give school districts the flexibility to substitute participation in student athletics for physical education,” said Dush.“As a state representative, I was originally inspired to sponsor this bill by a student athlete, Levi Roseman, who was enrolled at...
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Senate State Government Committee to Hold Public Hearing on Voting Machines
HARRISBURG – The Senate State Government Committee, chaired by Sen. Cris Dush (R-25), is set to convene a public hearing next week focused on the cybersecurity of electronic voting machines and the development of state statutes concerning ballot marking and vote tabulation.The committee hearing, scheduled for Monday, March 18, will feature a panel of experts in the field. Among those slated to testify are Dr. Andrew Appel; Eugene Higgins, a professor of Computer Science at Princeton University; Kevin Skoglund, chief technologist at Citizens for Better Elections; and Dr....
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PA Treasury Returns Over $288,000 in Unclaimed Property at Brookville Event
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Sen. Cris Dush confirmed that approximately $288,717 in unclaimed property was returned to local residents and businesses during an event in Brookville. The event was co-hosted by Sen. Joe Pittman and Rep. Brian Smith."This was an incredible event... It’s a great feeling to get almost $300,000 back to its rightful owners in a single day! This is all money that was lost or forgotten, and it doesn’t belong to the state," said Treasurer Garrity.Sen. Dush expressed the purpose of the event, stating, "The fundamental purpose of...
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Dush, Pittman, Smith Partnering with PA Treasury to Return Unclaimed Property – Free Unclaimed Property Clinic Set for Feb. 15 in Brookville
Sen. Cris Dush, Sen. Joe Pittman, and Rep. Brian Smith have announced their partnership with Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity and her office to assist residents in recovering their unclaimed property. To facilitate this, a free Unclaimed Property Clinic will be held on February 15th at the Heritage House in Brookville, Pennsylvania."The fundamental purpose of hosting this Unclaimed Property Clinic is to reconnect the citizens we serve with any money and other tangible assets that rightfully belong to them," said Sen. Dush.The Pennsylvania Treasury Department is...
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Senator Dush's Series of Interviews on Human Trafficking
Senator Cris Dush has been actively involved in the fight against human trafficking for many years. His efforts have culminated in the enactment of Pennsylvania Act 39, a legislation aimed at improving victim support and providing necessary resources for law enforcement and social services to assist those who have been trafficked.In recognition of International Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Senator Dush has conducted a series of interviews with various individuals and organizations involved in combating human trafficking. One of the interviews conducted was with...
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Senator Dush's Interviews Shed Light on Human Trafficking
Senator Cris Dush has been actively involved in the fight against human trafficking for many years. His commitment to this cause is evident in his recent legislation, Pennsylvania Act 39, which aims to improve victim support and provide the necessary tools for law enforcement and social services to assist those who have been trafficked.Act 39, signed into law by Governor Shapiro in December 2023, allows victims to receive social services without having to identify their traffickers. This crucial provision protects victims and helps them receive the assistance they need to...
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Dush and Thompson Announce Cameron County Satellite Office Hours
Senator Cris Dush and Congressman Glenn "GT" Thompson have announced their upcoming satellite office hours for the Cameron County area in February 2024. The office hours will be held on Thursday, February 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce in Emporium, Pennsylvania.According to Senator Dush's office, their staff will be available to assist with any state government-related issues and provide legislative services. This includes helping residents with problems involving state laws, government or agencies, assisting with PennDOT paperwork,...
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Dush, Causer Announce Funding for Shinglehouse Wastewater Treatment Improvements
HARRISBURG – Shinglehouse Borough in Pennsylvania will receive nearly $15.5 million in funding for its ongoing wastewater treatment plant improvements, according to an announcement made by Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) and Sen. Cris Dush (R-25). The funding includes a $5.99 million low-interest loan and a $9.5 million grant from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST)."As is the case in most rural communities, meaningful and sustained economic recovery begins with adequately funding and maintaining a safe, reliable, and clean water...