Dear Neighbors,

With important events and updates coming up in our community, there’s plenty about which to stay informed. From the approaching REAL ID enforcement deadline to local opportunities for shredding personal documents, we’ve got a busy month ahead. I’ll also discuss much-needed local roadwork, legislation that supports the families of our first responders, webinars about financing your college education, and honor the brave men and women who served in the Vietnam War.

Take a moment to read through the full details below, and find out how you can get involved, stay informed, and take advantage of these valuable resources.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns about state government, feel free to reply to this email or call my office at (215) 323-6997.

In Service,

Brian

Brian

Join my staff and me for our REAL ID Clinic from noon-1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at William Tennent High School Auditorium, located at 333 Centennial Rd. in Warminster.

With the REAL ID enforcement date quickly approaching on May 7, this event is a great opportunity to get all your questions answered about the REAL ID process. I’ll be joined by Bucks County Register of Wills Linda Bobrin, Esq., representatives from PennDOT, and staff from the office of Senator John Fetterman. We’ll all be there to help you understand what’s needed to get your REAL ID.

Please note that REAL IDs will not be distributed at this event. It’s purely informational and will guide you through the steps and requirements.

Since space is limited, RSVP is required. You can reserve your spot here.

For more information about the optional REAL ID program, visit PennDOT’s REAL ID page.

There’s still time to RSVP for Saturday’s annual spring Shred Event at Warminster Community Park. The event will be held from 10 a.m.-noon.

This is an opportunity for individuals to securely shred office-based materials and small fasteners. Please note that this event is for personal use only and is not intended for businesses.

Please use the entrance located at 350 E. Bristol Rd.

An RSVP is required. To reserve your spot, click here or call us at (215) 323-6997.

We look forward to seeing you there.

I got a little emotional on this one.

As a former police officer and firefighter, I have seen and experienced things that most can’t imagine. It leaves a heavy toll, where some see no other way out but to take their own life. For the families that are left behind, I am proud to join my colleagues in supporting Bryan’s Law.

House Bill 237, aka Bryan’s Law, would provide death benefits for emergency and law enforcement personnel who die as a result of Post-Traumatic Stress Injury.

The bill is named in honor of Bryan F. Gray, a Pennsylvania State Trooper and former Green Beret, who tragically died by suicide due to the impact of his service as a trooper.

PennDOT has announced that maintenance crews will be working in our area next week to address deteriorating pavement.

Motorists should be aware of potential travel restrictions and slowdowns near the following work zones, where crews will be patching potholes:

• Almhouse Road
• Bristol Road
• New Galena Road

Motorists can report any potholes they encounter to the Customer Care Center by visiting www.customercare.penndot.pa.gov or by contacting my office at (215) 323-6997 or via email at RepMunroe@pahouse.net.

The Bucks County Board of Elections is urging residents to stay alert when receiving unsolicited election-related mail, emails, or texts. Recently, a county resident reported receiving an email from a Gmail address titled “BucksCounty Elections.” The email promoted candidates from one political party and encouraged the recipient to apply for a mail-in ballot. This caused confusion for the recipient, who had already applied for a ballot, leading the individual to question if the message was an official communication.

The county wants to make it clear that this email was NOT from the official Board of Elections. While it didn’t appear malicious, it did cause unnecessary concern. The BOE is reminding voters to stay cautious and always verify the source of any election-related communication.

To help avoid confusion and ensure security, the BOE offers these important tips:

• Official BOE emails will only come from “buckscounty.org” or “buckscounty.gov” addresses, never Gmail or similar non-government addresses.
• The BOE will never endorse any candidate or political party.
• If you receive any suspicious communication, do not click any links. Contact the BOE directly at (215) 348-6154 for clarification.

For more information, visit www.BucksCounty.gov/Elections.

If you're planning for college or managing student loans, the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, is offering free financial literacy webinars in April and May to help you navigate college aid and finances.

To register for these webinars or learn more about other events offered by PHEAA, visit: https://pheaa.org/virtual/.

For more information on the PHEAA Keystone/PA Forward Loan programs, visit: https://pheaa.org/paforward.

Saturday was National Vietnam War Veterans Day when we celebrate and thank all the brave men and women who served in the Vietnam War.

Last week, I had the honor of addressing the community at the Warrington Vietnam veterans ceremony.

Though we will forever be in your debt, and though our gratitude will never be enough, know that all Americans are united in their reverence for your selfless service to our great nation.

We also remember those veterans who have passed away, as well as those who served in Vietnam but never returned home. If you are fortunate enough to know one of the heroes who served in the war, be sure to thank them for their service.

We also have Veterans Service Office hours the first Monday of every month at one-hour increments from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with a break for lunch between noon and 1 p.m. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please give our office a call at (215) 323-6997.

I was honored to address the crowd last week during the opening ceremony of an area-wide robotics competition. Ivyland Borough Council Vice Chair Chuck Bristow also attended the event.

Both William Tennent High School’s Robotics Team #6808 and Archbishop Wood Catholic High School’s Robotics’ team participated in the event.

These kids are the future of our scientific community and to see what they are doing at this level should make everyone proud.

To make my office’s constituent services as widely available as possible, I've established remote office hours at local township buildings around the district.

We are at the following locations from 10 a.m. – noon on the days indicated:

• Ivyland Borough: Second Tuesday every month; next is April 8
• Warrington Township Building: Third Tuesday every month; next is April 15
• Warminster Library: Third Wednesday every month; next is April 16
• Warminster Township Building: First Tuesday every month; next is May 6

To help focus on specific needs, my staff and I have established specialty hours where outside experts come in to help guide our residents.  An appointment is needed for these hours. Please call (215) 323-6997 to schedule.

• Veterans Services (9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)  Second Monday every month; next is April 14
• Human Services (with the Bucks County Hub), Final Tuesday every month; next is April 29
• Advance Care Planning, First Wednesday every month; next is May 7

I hope you found this edition of my e-newsletter useful. I’d love your feedback on what parts you find valuable and how we could improve – please email your thoughts to me at RepMunroe@pahouse.net.

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Harrisburg, PA 17120

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1410A West Street Rd.
Warminster, PA 18974

(215) 323-6997