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Rep. Nikki Rivera May 28, 2025 | 8:58 AM

Dear Neighbor,

We’re Hiring!

Our Lancaster office is hiring for a full-time Constituent Services Advisor. You can apply here: Constituent Services Advisor | Job Details tab | Career Pages.

In the District

I am AMAZED by the manufacturing industry here in Manheim Township, Lancaster! International Paper on Fountain Ave. provides 65 good-paying union jobs and 23 salaried jobs to produce solid fiber, durable, recyclable packaging. Many thanks to my tour guides, Clint and Norris!

The next time you receive a box in the mail, check for the International Paper stamp and the location of production!

Last week, I visited McCaskey High School’s Early Childhood Education Program. Ms. Johnson’s class of 11th and 12th graders and I talked about the great reasons to get into early childhood education, the credentials needed, the continuing education requirements, the pay, the benefits, the legislation surrounding pre-K education, and the impact that ONE SINGLE PERSON can have on another person’s life. I am inspired by this class of aspiring professionals! They are indeed the light of the future!

Thank you to CeaseFirePA’s Jesus Lagunas and Lindsey Martin for visiting our office and sharing your personal stories and passions around the topic of gun violence prevention. Continue the amazing work you are doing to keep our communities and youth educated on this topic to keep them safe!

There will be a Peace in the Streets Block Party on June 14th at Culliton Park, 210 S Water Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m in honor of those who have lost their lives to gun violence.

Better Understanding Challenges in Women's Health

In this Women’s Health Month, I encourage you to find out about the array of preventive health services that are available to you at no cost through your health insurance – preventive services like regular check-ups and annual or periodic screenings, pregnancy care, and other essential health services.

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Human Services (DHS), and Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) have launched a new survey to identify challenges and questions women have about their health insurance.

Click the graphic above to access the survey. It will be open until July 7 and is available online in English, Spanish and Chinese. Your input will be used to inform the administration and the legislature of the barriers Pennsylvanians face with health care and how we can work together to improve maternal health initiatives and women’s health care.

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department urges Pennsylvanians who have insurance questions, or who wish to file a complaint, to visit pa.gov/consumer or 1-866-PA-COMPLAINT.

Government Programs

PTRR Deadline Dec. 31

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has made it easier for older friends and neighbors to stay in their homes while affording groceries, medicine, and so much more. Also, don’t forget that thanks to changes made in 2023, income eligibility and rebate amounts have increased significantly!

The expansion:

Increased the maximum standard rebate to $1,000.
Increased the income cap for both homeowners and renters.
Increased the income cap to grow with inflation each year moving forward.

The table below shows how much homeowners and renters who fit the eligibility criteria are eligible for, depending on their income in 2024:

INCOME	MAX STANDARD REBATE
$0 - $8,270	$1,000
$8,271 - $15,510	$770
$15,511 - $18,610	$460
$18,611 - $46,520	$380

So far this year, the Department of Revenue has received more than 424,000 PTRR applications. But there are still thousands of eligible applicants who have not yet submitted an application to take advantage of the program, which is delivering historic amounts of relief to Pennsylvanians.

Submitting your application online through myPATH — in English or Spanish — is easy and does not require you to sign up for an account. Filing online gives you instant confirmation that your claim has been successfully filed. Applicants also will have access to automatic calculators and other helpful features that are not available through the paper application.

My staff and I are here to assist with applications as well, so please don’t hesitate to stop by the district office.

Veterans: How to apply for a vehicle registration fee waiver

A new state program allows Severely Disabled Veterans to forgo the fees for titling or registering one vehicle. To qualify, a veteran must have a 100% service-connected disability that has been certified by a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office Administrator. These disabilities include:

Lost a limb or eye or became partially paralyzed while serving;
Was captured by the enemy in any armed conflict for which the U.S. Dept. of Defense authorizes a campaign medal; or
Has been awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor or the Purple Heart.

To apply, you must fill out form MV-371DV - Supplemental Application for Free or Reduced Registration Rates for Vets.

State Grants Available

Click here for the latest grant programs available.

Upcoming Events

Public Safety Fair

Our office is hosting a Public Safety Fair on Saturday, June 7 at Manheim Township Fire Rescue – 1399 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 from noon to 3 p.m. Safety information related to traffic, fires, bikes, mental health, fall preventions and emergency preparedness will be available along with FREE safety items while supplies last!

Participating groups include Manheim Township Fire Rescue, Penn Medicine LGH, PA Fish & Boat Commission (with animal demonstrations), Mental Health America and others. Register for this event via RepRivera@pahouse.net (include name and home address) or call 717-295-3157.

Lancaster Hispanic Summit on Alzheimer's & Dementia

We are partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Pennsylvania Chapter to host The Lancaster Hispanic Summit on Alzheimer’s & Dementia on Tuesday, June 10 at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Multipurpose Activity Center (MAC) at 750 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. This is a community conversation about health disparities in the Hispanic community, Alzheimer’s prevention and the importance of early detection and diagnosis. Complimentary lunch will be provided and registration is required https://action.alz.org/mtg/702871627.

Register for My Back-to-School Event!

The 14^th Annual Back to School Event is BACK & Pre-registration is LIVE through Aug. 4! This event serves students in grades K-8 from schools within the 96^th and 49^th legislative districts within the School District of Lancaster, Manheim Township School District, Hempfield School District and Penn Manor School District. Students will receive FREE clothing, shoes, backpacks, school supplies, reading books, haircuts and MORE! My staff will also be available onsite to answer questions about state-related matters. You can register at state Rep. Nikki Rivera | Back to School.

If you are interested in volunteering at the event, visit the following link to sign up: 14th Annual Back to School Event: Volunteer Sign Up.