As the chair of the House Game and Fisheries Committee, I want to give you an update on Sunday Hunting legislation.

The House passed H.B. 1431, introduced by my colleague, state Rep. Mandy Steele, which would fully repeal Pennsylvania’s Sunday hunting ban and allow the Game Commission to include Sundays when establishing hunting seasons annually. The vote was 131-72. The legislation now heads to the Senate for consideration.

The Game Commission is in support of this legislation. You can read its statement here.

The Capitol is always abuzz in June!

Last week, the House Game and Fisheries Committee sponsored our annual Zoo Day! Thank you to all the Commonwealth's zoos and the National Aviary for putting on a great show!

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate filing period has been extended to December 31, 2025.

The program supports homeowners and renters across Pennsylvania, offering rebates from $380 to $1,000 for eligible older adults and people with disabilities age 18 and older.

Rebates will start going out on July 1 by direct deposit or check, depending on the payment method you selected.

You can track the status of your rebate online using the Where’s My Rebate? Tool or by calling the Department of Revenue at 1-888-PATAXES (728-2937).

Contact my office at 412-264-4260 if you need help applying.

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College students: here’s an opportunity to gain real-world experience, education, and insight into the people, issues, and politics that shape Pennsylvania’s legislative process.

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Legislative Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for the Fall 2025 semester.

Fellows work full time in Harrisburg at the Capitol, where they’re placed in House Standing Committee or Leadership offices. The program is paid, may count toward college credit, and includes chances to draft legislation, attend events with lawmakers and staff, and explore public service up close.

Applications are due July 1, 2025. To learn more about eligibility and how to apply, click here.

Juneteenth is celebrated on Thursday, June 19. My office will be closed that day in observance of the holiday. We will see you on Friday, June 20 during normal business hours.

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