October 21, 2019
8:30 AM - Government Oversight Committee
Public hearing on Investigation 1-2019.


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Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover), Rep. Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York Township) and Harold Redding were given challenge coins by the 1st Capitol Marine Detachment No. 521 by Commandant Philip Frigm for their work to help and support our veterans. This is a humbling and thoughtful recognition, particularly for being recognized by Marines. We are forever indebted to their sacrifices. Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) had the honor to annual Four Chaplains Breakfast to pay tribute to the four U.S. Army chaplains who perished during the sinking of the SS Dorchester when it was torpedoed by a Nazis U-boat during World War II. The four brave men gave up their lifejackets to soldiers and sailors who were without. The chaplains were last seen huddled together, arms linked together on the deck of the sinking ship praying. The chaplains were Lt. Alexander D. Goode, Jewish; Lt. George L. Fox, Methodist; Lt. John P. Washington, Roman Catholic; and Lt. Clark V. Poling, Dutch Reformed. Goode was a rabbi in York and a founded multi-cultural mixed-race Boy Scout Troop, the first in the U.S. to have scouts earn Catholic, Jewish and Protestant awards. Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) had the honor to annual Four Chaplains Breakfast to pay tribute to the four U.S. Army chaplains who perished during the sinking of the SS Dorchester when it was torpedoed by a Nazis U-boat during World War II. The four brave men gave up their lifejackets to soldiers and sailors who were without. The chaplains were last seen huddled together, arms linked together on the deck of the sinking ship praying. The chaplains were Lt. Alexander D. Goode, Jewish; Lt. George L. Fox, Methodist; Lt. John P. Washington, Roman Catholic; and Lt. Clark V. Poling, Dutch Reformed. Goode was a rabbi in York and a founded multi-cultural mixed-race Boy Scout Troop, the first in the U.S. to have scouts earn Catholic, Jewish and Protestant awards. Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) recently hosted students from Weigelstown Elementary School to Harrisburg to tour the Capitol, where they learned more about the General Assembly and state government on a whole Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) recently hosted students from New Salem Elementary School to Harrisburg to tour the Capitol, where they learned more about the General Assembly and state government on a whole. Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) recently hosted students from New Salem Elementary School to Harrisburg to tour the Capitol, where they learned more about the General Assembly and state government on a whole. Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) discussed his legislation, House Bill 1843, during a State Government Committee hearing to improve transparency in state government by requiring financial ledgers and additional information be published on the state Treasury’s online Transparency Portal. During a press conference, Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) talked about a bipartisan nine-bill package, which included his House Bill 2157, to improve workforce development that led to cutting-edge, family-sustaining jobs. Congratulations to Trevor Gamble, Jake Miller and Alex Sweitzer, all of whom are from Troop 22 and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. I was honored to take part in their recent ceremony and proud to learn of the projects they completed to reach the prestigious rank. The East Berlin 4-H group and the 4-H group from Wisconsin they are hosting recently visited the Capitol in Harrisburg. It was great having these future farmers in Harrisburg! My summer interns, Tristan Irvine, a senior at Millersville University, and Megan Young, a senior at Lancaster Bible College, spent a day at the Capitol in Harrisburg last week. These two young people are assets to have in the office. I to presented a citation, which was signed by all members of the York County delegation, to William Yanavitch II for his service in York County and to Glatfelter. He retired from the Spring Grove paper company after 17 years of service, part of his combined 37 years of serve to prominent York County companies. I attended the REALTORS Association of York & Adams Counties (RAYAC) and York Builders Association (YBA) annual Legislative Breakfast where we discussed a variety of topics from landlord/tenant issues to property taxes. Thank you to RAYAC and the YBA for hosting this engaging event! I attended the REALTORS Association of York & Adams Counties (RAYAC) and York Builders Association (YBA) annual Legislative Breakfast where we discussed a variety of topics from landlord/tenant issues to property taxes. Thank you to RAYAC and the YBA for hosting this engaging event! I toured the BAE Systems facility in West Manchester Township with U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey. This plant is not only vital to our national defense but is also an asset for the 196th District and all of York County. Thanks to the family-owned and -operated Loshaw Thermal Technologies for allowing me to visit the business. The Spring Grove-based business provides insulation needs of mechanical contractors and manufacturers in the commercial and industrial markets of South Central Pennsylvania. Thanks to the family-owned and -operated Loshaw Thermal Technologies for allowing me to visit the business. The Spring Grove-based business provides insulation needs of mechanical contractors and manufacturers in the commercial and industrial markets of South Central Pennsylvania. My sons, Andrew and Connor, and I had a great time taking part in the Fish and Boat Commissions' Mentored Youth Program on March 25. My sons, Andrew and Connor, and I had a great time taking part in the Fish and Boat Commissions' Mentored Youth Program on March 25. My sons, Andrew and Connor, and I had a great time taking part in the Fish and Boat Commissions' Mentored Youth Program on March 25. It was great having students and teachers from the York County School of Technology visit the Capitol. I had a great time reading to students at Dover Elementary School! I had the opportunity to speak during the Americans for Prosperity press conference in the Capitol. Fellow representatives and I called for no tax hikes in the 2017-18 state budget. : I took part in a bill-signing ceremony for Act 144 of 2016, which updates the state’s unemployment compensation law and addresses fraud. I helped draft language included in the law. I attended the House Labor and Industry Committee hearing on Sept. 14. Select Subcommittee on Technical Education and Career Readiness held a hearing on technical education in Philadelphia on Sept. 16. Select Subcommittee on Technical Education and Career Readiness held a hearing on technical education in Philadelphia on Sept. 16. Select Subcommittee on Technical Education and Career Readiness held a hearing on technical education in Philadelphia on Sept. 16. Select Subcommittee on Technical Education and Career Readiness held a hearing on technical education in Philadelphia on Sept. 16. Select Subcommittee on Technical Education and Career Readiness held a hearing on technical education in Philadelphia on Sept. 16. I spent a recent evening meeting with constituents, firefighters and police officers at National Night Out events hosted by the Northern York County Regional and Southwestern Regional police departments, as well as the Shiloh Fire Department. It was a great time and I’d like to thank all the departments for putting on such great events and for everyone who came out to join in the fun! I spent a recent evening meeting with constituents, firefighters and police officers at National Night Out events hosted by the Northern York County Regional and Southwestern Regional police departments, as well as the Shiloh Fire Department. It was a great time and I’d like to thank all the departments for putting on such great events and for everyone who came out to join in the fun! It was exciting to participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new welding lab at Harrisburg Area Community College’s York Campus. This is a great opportunity for students to learn valuable, in-demand skills that ultimately will lead to family-sustaining employment. Rep. Grove leads a meeting of the Select Subcommittee on Technical Education and Career Readiness in Pittsburgh in March. Rep. Grove students from New Salem Elementary during their tour of the Capitol in April. Grove questioning officials from the Treasurer’s office concerning Wolf Administration spending during the budget impasse. On Thursday, June 11, Rep. Seth Grove participated in a tour of the Schuylkill Career and Technology Center’s South Campus, following a round table discussion involving the House Education Committee’s Select Subcommittee on Technical Education and Career Readiness. On Tuesday, April 21, Rep. Seth Grove met with students from his alma mater, York College. He was joined by his colleagues, Reps. Stan Saylor and Kevin Schreiber, along with Erin Marsicano from Sen. Scott Wagner’s office. Rep. Seth Grove, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, participated in hearings on Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed budget. In February, Rep. Seth Grove presided over a non-voting session of the House of Representatives. On Tuesday, Jan. 6, Rep. Seth Grove was sworn in for a new term as the representative from the 196th Legislative District. Rep. Seth Grove was recently named a Guardian of Small Business Award by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) for his 100 percent voting record on behalf of Pennsylvania’s small business owners. These awards are given to members of the General Assembly who voted favorably on key small-business issues. Grove is pictured with NFIB State Legislative Director Neal Lesher (left) and NFIB Executive State Director Kevin Shivers (right). On Wednesday, Oct. 8, the House passed House Resolution 1009, co-authored by Reps. Seth Grove (R-York), Stephen Barrar (R-Chester/Delaware) and Chris Sainato (D-Beaver/Lawrence), which honors veterans of the Vietnam War and marks the 50th anniversary of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, which represented the start of the conflict. Grove is pictured on the floor of the House by Vietnam veterans from the 196th Legislative District, including members of the York County chapter of Vietnam Veterans of America and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Fighting for small business fairness. Introducing legislation to reform state tax code so small businesses can focus on creating jobs and growing their business. I was fortunate to attend the annual Pennsylvania FFA breakfast. I had an inspiring talk with Dover High School FFA members Destiny Folk, Taylor Shultz and Nick Stollar. Thanks to everyone who joined us, and to the thousands of PA FFA members who will play a huge part in the future of our state. Rep. Grove is joined by Pennsylvania NFIB members, including Steve Parthree of One-Way Janitorial in York, to introduce a package of bills that are designed to improve and simplify the tax code for small businesses. Creating a fairer business environment and allowing business owners to focus on growing their companies and creating more jobs. I was honored to join Gov. Corbett and other members of the York County House Republican Delegation to open the 50th anniversary of the York Builder’s Association Home Show. Happy to host a group from Wellsville Elementary at the State Capitol recently! Great to visit with this Classical Conversations Home School Group when they visited the State Capitol recently! I joined by some of my colleagues at the Capitol fountain to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness month. The fountain is pink to commemorate the month, and to remind all of us to stay committed in the fight against Breast Cancer. I was honored to be a part of the United Way of York’s Reading Day. Thanks to the YMCA of York for having me, and thanks to the preschoolers for being great listeners! The American Conservative Union (ACU) keeps track of votes by every state legislature in the country, and rates how committed our elected officials are to protecting the liberties on which our nation was founded. I’m honored to say the ACU gave me their ‘Conservative Award’, recognizing my commitment to preserving our founding priciples. It was great to tour some famous York County manufacturers. Thanks to Harley Davidson and Gladfelter Paper for hosting the House Manufacturing Caucus. Manufacturing is a backbone of our economy. I’m proud to say these hard-working companies call our county home! House Bill 776, authored by Rep. Grove would allow children ages 7 to 17 to receive immunizations from pharmacists. Currently in Pennsylvania anyone under the age of 18 must visit a Doctor’s office to receive any immunization. At a press conference at the State Capitol Grove explained changing the law would make it easier for parents to get their kids the immunizations they need, and also close an unfair military loophole. Tricare, the insurance for military personnel, offers full coverage for children’s immunizations, but only under their pharmacy coverage, so military families in Pennsylvania are forced to miss out on their own health care coverage. <a href="http://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/Legis/CSM/showMemoPublic.cfm?chamber=H&SPick=20130&cosponId=11508" target="_blank">For more information on House Bill 776 click here</a> or click on the ‘video’ link on the left side of this page. Rep. Grove is working to make your child’s ride home from school safer. He is currently pushing legislation (HB 1580) to put cameras on school buses to catch drivers who pass stopped buses. Rep. Grove recently visited Red Lion Bus Company to see firsthand how the cameras could help drivers keep riders safe.  <a href="http://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/Legis/CSM/showMemoPublic.cfm?chamber=H&SPick=20130&cosponId=12076" target="_blank">Click here to learn more about House Bill 1580</a>. In recognition of August as National Immunization Awareness Month, Rep. Grove joined with administration, faculty students, and alumni at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy to call for immediate House action on his legislation to expand immunization access for children (House Bill 776). On Aug. 16, Rep. Grove (R-Dover) attended the initial meeting of the Joint State Government Commission’s Childhood Obesity Advisory Committee to begin work on a statewide childhood obesity study. On June 5, the Pennsylvania House unanimously adopted Grove’s resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to assemble this advisory committee consisting of professional experts and organizations, such as the YMCA, to study this issue. The final report must be presented to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives no later than June 5, 2014. National Night Out at Dover was a great success! Thanks to Northern Regional Police Department for all their hard work and of course getting Rep. Grove drenched in the dunk tank to benefit the Dover Food Bank. Reps. Seth Grove (R-Dover) and Kevin Schreiber (D-York City) today presented a Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ citation to the West York Area High School varsity boys’ baseball team and coaches for its second consecutive Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Class AAA championship title. On June 21, Rep. Grove had the privilege of thanking local veteran Gene Baker for his service when his district office hosted the Disabled American Veterans Mobile Assistance Center. Rep. Seth Grove recently hosted Pastor Paul Gausmann of Saint Paul Lutheran Church in West Manchester Township, as he delivered the opening prayer prior to the start of session in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Grove is pictured here, from left to right, with Speaker Sam Smith, Pastor Gausmann and his wife, Sally. On May 13, Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) spoke at the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE) rally at the State Capitol. ABATE is advocating for legislation authored by Grove that would limit the number of times an individual may apply for a motorcycle learner’s permit. The legislation is now awaiting a vote by the full House. Grove also authored Act 84 of 2012, which requires minors who hold motorcycle permits to successfully complete the free 15-hour Basic Rider Course. On May 2, Rep. Seth Grove attended a check presentation from the Bridge Educational Foundation, Waste Management and Williams-Transco Pipeline to York County students in the amount of $21,000 to support scholarships through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit program. Majority Whip Stan Saylor, Rep. Ron Miller and Sen. Mike Waugh also attended the event. Recently, Rep. Seth Grove was honored with the 2013 York County Conservation Public Servant of the Year Award by the York County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs. Grove is pictured with Robert Hilker, club president. On April 8, Rep. Seth Grove gathered with a group of municipal leaders to unveil his plan to reform the municipal pension system. Public pensions are crowding out other expenditures, including public safety, in local budgets. Grove’s proposal would help to keep local taxes low and maintain adequate levels of police and fire personnel. Rep. Grove enjoyed participating in all of the House Appropriations Committee’s budget hearings, but he especially enjoyed discussing the budget with Acting Secretary of Welfare Bev Mackereth, who represented the 196th District prior to him. Grove appreciates the work she is doing to ensure taxpayer dollars under the purview of the Department of Public Welfare are used responsibly. Rep. Seth Grove had a great time showing Patrick Hoke (center) around the Capitol on Feb. 6. Hoke shadowed Grove for the day and got an inside view of what goes on during session, committee meetings and other official business of the Legislature. Pictured with Grove and Hoke is Rep. Mike Regan (R-Dillsburg). Rep. Seth Grove recently attended a press conference in Pittsburgh, during which Gov. Tom Corbett (far left) unveiled his plans to privatize liquor sales in Pennsylvania and use $1 billion of the revenue to create a new education block grant program. Grove applauds the plan to modernize alcohol sales in Pennsylvania and align the Commonwealth’s policies with 48 other states. Rep. Seth Grove attended a press conference in Hershey during which Gov. Tom Corbett announced his acceptance of a bid from Camelot Global Services to manage the Pennsylvania Lottery. The contract is expected to increase lottery revenue at a time when the demands on the Commonwealth’s senior citizen benefits and services are growing, but lottery revenue, which funds these programs, has been stagnant. Grove has been an outspoken proponent of the plan, citing the need to increase funding for aging programs in York County and other areas of the state which are currently underfunded. Rep. Seth Grove took the oath of office on Jan. 1, to begin his third term representing the 196th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Earlier this fall, Rep. Grove attended the Eagle Scout ceremony for John Seifert of Wellsville Boy Scout Troop 146. Grove presented a citation to Seifert and commended him for his dedication to scouting and his community. Rep. Seth Grove and his staff welcome you to their new location at 1954 Carlisle Road in York. Pictured with Grove (from left) are his staff members Lisa, Sandy, Sherry and Wendy. Paradise Elementary School students were in good spirits during the celebration of the school’s designation as a Blue Ribbon School. Recently, Rep. Grove attended a special ceremony at Paradise Elementary School to commemorate its designation as a Blue Ribbon School. Grove presented the school with a citation for achieving this important education award. Members of the York County House Republican delegation have each been named a Guardian of Small Business by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). Guardians of Small Business are awarded to members of the General Assembly who voted favorably on key small-business issues at least 75 percent of the time during the current session. Pictured (left to right) are state Reps. Will Tallman (R-Hanover), Ron Miller (R-Jacobus), and Scott Perry (R-Dillsburg); Kevin Shivers, director of NFIB Pennsylvania; and state Reps. Seth Grove (R-Dover), Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam) and Majority Whip Stan Saylor (R-Red Lion). Recently, Rep. Grove joined his colleagues in a ceremony to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month, during which the Capitol fountain was dyed pink. As someone whose family has been personally impacted by breast cancer, Grove encourage all women to know their risks factors, become familiar with breast cancer symptoms, perform regular breast self exams, and receive yearly breast exams by a physician and mammograms, as recommended. You can learn more about state programs for breast cancer screening and treatment <a href="http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/healthy_women/14172/healthywoman_program_home/557855" target="_blank">here</a>. On Sept. 25, Gov. Tom Corbett invited representatives from the marriage and family therapy, and social workers communities to the Capitol for a ceremonial bill signing of Act 17 (formerly Rep. Grove's House Bill 816), which clarifies the experience requirements for clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors. Pictured in the front row (from left) are Lindsay Ilyes, a constituent who brought the need for this legislation to my attention; Corbett; and Grove. Pictured in the back row (from left) are Shelby Riley, president of the Pennsylvania Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (PAMFT); Lisa Tretta-Brugger, PAMFT’s secretary; Justin Fleming, director of government relations for the National Association of Social Works – Pennsylvania (NASW-PA); and Amy Sagen, NASW-PA’s chief operating officer. On Aug. 22, Rep. Grove welcomed members of the Spring Grove Area Chamber of Commerce to the State Capitol. He had a great time speaking with them about legislation and local matters, and showing them around the Capitol. On June 12, Rep. Grove participated in a press conference in support of legislation that would eliminate pension benefits for future state and school employees, opting instead for an employee-directed defined contribution plan, similar to a 401 (k) plan. Seth has been an outspoken proponent of pension reform and supports House Bill 2453. In May, Rep. Grove enjoyed meeting York County’s Merry Makers during their visit to the State Capitol. On May 7, Rep. Seth Grove spoke to Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE) of Pennsylvania about motorcycle safety and his legislation to require individuals seeking a Class M junior license to complete a PennDOT-approved motorcycle safety course. ABATE supported Grove’s House Bill 254. In April, students from Spring Grove Elementary School visited the Capitol for a tour and a lesson about state government. Rep. Grove welcomed the students to Harrisburg and was happy to answer their questions. Rep. Seth Grove greeted Andrew Zmolek when he visited the Capitol for the Undergraduate Research at the Capitol program. Andrew is a University of Pittsburgh student who hails from the 196th District. Pictured with Grove from left are Barb Zmolek, Andrew, Randy Zmolek and Sara Zmolek. Recently, Rep. Grove welcomed students from Lincolnway Elementary School to the Capitol for a tour and a discussion about state government. You can find additional photos from the tour in the photo gallery. To set up a tour for your group, contact Grove’s Harrisburg office. Recently, Rep. Grove welcomed students from Lincolnway Elementary School to the Capitol for a tour and a discussion about state government. Recently, Rep. Grove welcomed students from Lincolnway Elementary School to the Capitol for a tour and a discussion about state government. Rep. Seth Grove recently attended the FFA Legislative Breakfast in Harrisburg. He had a wonderful time discussing the issues important to Pennsylvania’s agricultural producers. Pictured with Grove is Gabrielle Murphy, York County dairy princess, and Rep. Stan Saylor. On March 7, I visited Roths Farm Village Condominiums in Spring Grove to unveil my House Bill 2230, which would provide property tax elimination options to local taxing authorizes. I was joined (from left) by York County Commissioner Steve Chronister; Lancaster County Commissioner Scott Martin; and Reps. Scott Perry, Will Tallman, Ron Miller and Stan Saylor (not pictured). You can learn more about the legislation here: http://www.repgrove.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=13820) Recently, Rep. Grove visited Pennex Aluminum Company in Wellsville to tour the facility and see a thriving local business at work. He was pleased to learn that Pennex products contain more than 80 percent recycled material, and it has been nationally recognized as an energy champion. Pictured with Grove from left is Andy Slothower, mayor of Wellsville Borough; Rick Merluzzi, president and CEO of Pennex; and Sandy Bush of Grove's staff. During a House State Government Committee Hearing to examine legislation regarding government efficiency and reducing the cost of operating state government, Rep. Seth Grove spoke about the importance of streamlining Pennsylvania government and developing proposals to increase accountability and efficiency, which will save taxpayer dollars. Rep. Grove addresses his colleagues on the House State Government Committee, speaking out in favor of Speaker of the House Sam Smith’s constitutional amendment that would reduce the size of the Pennsylvania Legislature from 203 to 153 members. I enjoyed speaking with Rynn Caputo, co-owner of Caputo Brothers Creamery in Spring Grove, about the art of making delicious cheese. We also spoke about Pennsylvania’s business climate and tourism in York County. I thank Rynn for walking me through the cheese-making process. On Friday, Oct. 14, the National Association of Social Workers Pennsylvania Chapter (NASW-PA) presented Reps. Mike Sturla (D-Lancaster) and Seth Grove (R-Dover) with Legislator of the Year awards for their advocacy of social work issues in Harrisburg. Pictured (from left) are Sturla; Jenna Mehnert, executive director of NASW-PA; Gwen Phillips, president of the board of directors for NASW-PA; and Grove. On Wednesday, Sept. 21, I hosted the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Mobile Veterans Center to my office in York. The staff from the mobile unit, along with representatives from the Spring Grove VFW, West York VFW, York County Viet Nam Veterans, Congressman Platts's office, and Senator Pat Toomey's office, were able to provide assistance to so many area veterans. I thank everyone who participated! Recently, Rep. Grove visited the Windy Hill Senior Center in Spring Grove to celebrate its beach day by serving ice cream to the members. Recently, Rep. Grove sat down with the new Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis to tape a discussion about our public education system in the Commonwealth and public school funding. The secretary is extremely knowledgeable about public education, and Grove enjoyed the conversation about what can be done to make the future brighter for Pennsylvania’s students. The show will be available on local cable systems and Grove’s website in the coming weeks. Rep. Grove’s proposal to institute real property tax reform became a key component of the 2011-12 budget agreement, with the governor making its passage a condition of signing the budget. Grove’s plan would limit the exceptions for which school districts can seek above-index property tax increases without receiving voter approval. The plan would allow exceptions for special education, pensions and grandfathered/electoral debt, taking the number of exceptions from 10 to three. The measure also sets economic standards which will be used to evaluate a school district’s request for an exception. Currently, there is no standard for authorization and exceptions are automatically approved. Grove looked on with House Appropriations Chairman Bill Adolph as Gov. Tom Corbett signed the legislation. On June 6, Rep. Grove hosted Madison Longstreth, Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA, and her family at the state Capitol. Madison will represent the Commonwealth when she competes against young ladies from across the nation in July for the 2011 Miss Teen USA crown. Pictured from left are Grove, Speaker of the House Sam Smith, Madison, Lamanda Sullivan, Jenna Longstreth, Helen Longstreth and Glenn Longstreth. Recently, Rep. Grove welcomed the Rev. Larry Katz to the Capitol in Harrisburg to serve as a guest chaplain for the day. Pictured from left are Speaker of the House Sam Smith, Katz and Grove. Rep. Grove welcomes third grade students from Spring Grove Elementary School to the state Capitol. Any group interested in scheduling a tour of the Capitol should contact Grove’s office. During his recent Disability Resource Expo, Rep. Grove got up close and personal with English bulldog Barney Fife, who is a therapy dog with the Keystone Pet Enhanced Therapy Services (KPETS). Barney brings smiles to the faces of those he helps, and Grove couldn’t resist giving him a pat on the back for his efforts. On April 30, Rep. Grove and the West Manchester Township Police Department collected unused prescription and over-the-counter medicines as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Take Back Initiative. The West Manchester site was one of 5,300 sites in the nationwide effort to keep pharmaceutical drugs out of hands of teens and out of waterways. On April 27, Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) hosted a press conference to raise awareness of the need for proper disposal of prescription and over-the-counter drugs.  Grove will host a drug disposal event with the West Manchester Township Police Department from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) National Take Back Initiative.  He also authored House Resolution 243 to recognize the DEA’s effort. Rep. Grove enjoyed the celebration of Earth Day with students from Spring Grove Area High School. Rep. Grove greatly enjoyed the enthusiastic questions about state government from third-graders at Seven Valleys Elementary during his recent visit. Recently, Rep. Grove participated in a panel discussion at Penn State University on how best to legally handle the practice of “sexting” by minors. Grove, who has been an outspoken advocate for a commonsense sexting law in Pennsylvania, presented the need to protect children from the exploitation that could result from sexting, while keeping the penalty for such acts in perspective with the crime. Grove has stated he does not believe minors should be charged with a felony, as current law dictates, but they also should be made aware of how their actions could have a detrimental long-term effect on their lives. Pictured with Grove are Ed Marsico, Dauphin County district attorney and president of the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association; and Andy Hoover, legislative director for the American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania. Recently, Rep. Grove participated in New Salem Elementary School’s presentation of writing certificates to third-grade students who wrote winning compositions for a West York Rotary essay contest. Students were asked to write a paragraph using one of Rotary’s four-way test questions, which include: Is it the truth? Will it benefit all concerned? Will it build good will and better friendships? Is it fair to all concerned? Grove congratulated all the winning students and commended all who participated. To celebrate Read Across America, Rep. Grove visited students at Spring Grove Elementary School and New Salem Elementary School to read “Hooray for Diffendoofer Day” by Dr. Seuss. Recently, Rep. Grove toured Leonhardt Manufacturing Co., which is a world-class manufacturer of highly decorative tubular products and welded assemblies. Grove is proud this successful employer calls York County home. Pictured from left are Corey Sarti, vice president of operations; John A. Dell, vice president of sales/marketing; Sandy Bush, legislative assistant to Grove; Jason Jacobs, president/CEO; and Grove. Recently, Rep. Grove was presented the Patriotic Employer Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). Grove was nominated by Seth Benge, former chief of staff, who deployed in 2010 to Afghanistan and is now working full-time for the Pennsylvania National Guard. Pictured from left are Brigadier General Jerry Beck, Jim Astor of ESGR, Grove, Benge and Elizabeth Benge. On Jan. 14, Rep. Grove spent the day working at Ski Roundtop to learn more about what happens during a typical day at one of central Pennsylvania’s largest tourist attractions. Grove spent the day handing out ski boots and assisting riders in the snow tubing lanes, and he thanks the patrons for their patience as he learned the lay of the land. On Jan. 4, Rep. Grove took the oath of office to commence his second term representing the 196th District. Pictured from left are Grove’s wife, Kacey; Grove; his mother, Sandy; his son, Andrew; and his father, Tom. On Sept. 29, Rep. Grove led a press conference to highlight the wonderful works of Pennsylvania’s YMCA Legislative Caucus, during which YMCA stakeholders from across the Commonwealth gathered in the Capitol. Grove is co-chairman of the caucus. On Sept. 28, the York County House delegation welcomed Korean War veterans and their spouses to the Capitol for the passage of legislation to designate State Route 462 as the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. On Sept. 27, Rep. Grove hosted members of Heritage Senior Center at the Capitol. Grove visits the center monthly to meet with the members, and even hosts legislative hours at the center for the seniors. Reps. Will Tallman (left), Seth Grove (back row center), and Dan Moul (right), recently honored the Hanover Area YMCA Girls’ Gymnastics Team on the Pennsylvania House floor for capturing the USA Gymnastics Championship in the Level 9/10 category. The team was presented with a House citation for earning this prestigious national title. On Sept. 20, Rep. Grove welcomed Hunter Harrell to the House floor as a guest page. Harrell is a senior at Spring Grove Senior High School. On Sept. 13, Rep. Grove welcomed 1st Lt. Seth Benge and his family to the House floor to thank him for his service to our nation. Benge is a member of the Pennsylvania National Guard, who is currently deployed with the Vermont National Guard to northern Afghanistan. Pictured (from left) are Grove, Seth Benge, Joe Benge, Katina Benge, Speaker Keith McCall (D-Carbon) and Elizabeth Benge. Rep. Grove attended the academic scholarship presentations at YTI Career Institute’s York campus on Aug. 18. Scholarships totaling more than $73,000 were awarded during the presentation. Grove congratulates the students who received financial support for the education they will receive through YTI, including Dylan Allvord, Louis Allison, Justin Weaver, Marcus Woodall, Joshua Walton, and Brady Leppo. Grove, a defender of Second Amendment rights, takes aim at policies that would deny law-abiding citizens the freedoms granted by our forefathers to bear arms. Rep. Grove listens to testimony about the funding crisis faced by many states. Though revenues in Pennsylvania have failed to meet expectations, Grove will not support a tax increase, but favors instead responsible spending and streamlined government. On May 24, Rep. Grove welcomed members of the YMCA to the Capitol for a meeting of the YMCA Legislative Caucus, of which Grove is the chairman. The group discussed challenges for the upcoming year and legislation to help the YMCA in its mission. Rep. Grove celebrated Earth Day with students at Spring Grove High School and visited their rain garden, which was designed to reduce stormwater runoff. On April 20, Rep. Grove welcomed students from Spring Grove Elementary School to the Capitol. You could not miss the school spirit of the students, who proudly wore their Rocket T-shirts. Grove thanks the students and teachers for a wonderful visit and encourages other students to tour the Capitol in Harrisburg. On March 24, Rep. Grove welcomed guests from the Windy Hill Senior Center to the state Capitol. In March, Rep. Grove visited the Spring Grove Historical Society to learn about the rich history of Spring Grove, which dates back to the mid 18th century. Grove is pictured with Bob Spangler, president of the historical society. On Friday, March 19, Rep. Grove visited Big Mount Alpacas in Dover to learn about this unique segment of agriculture. Grove is pictured with Ian Falcone, owner of Big Mount Alpacas. Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) held a press conference calling for the House to pass House Bill 2189 to address the practice of “sexting” among teens. Grove’s bill would create a new misdemeanor of the second degree to adjudicate juveniles age 13 through 17 caught sexting, in contrast to the current felony charges they could face. Grove partnered with the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association (PDAA) to draft the bill, which is expected to come before the House Judiciary Committee on March 10. Pictured (from left) are Rep. Tom Caltagirone (D-Reading), Dauphin County District Attorney and president of PDAA Edward Marsico Jr., Rep. Mauree Gingrich (R-Palmyra), and Grove. On March 8, Rep. Grove welcomed Sarah Wiest and her family to the Capitol to recognize Sarah’s achievements in the National Leadership Conference. She won third place during the 2009 Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference for her interviewing skills. Sarah was accompanied to the Capitol by her parents, James and Sheila. In celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday and Read Across America Week, Rep. Grove visited classrooms at Wellsville Elementary School, Weigelstown Elementary School, Trimmer Elementary School and Paradise Elementary School to read Dr. Seuss classics to the students. On Jan. 12, Rep. Grove attended the Farm Show to congratulate two local recipients of scholarships from the Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship Foundation. Amanda Thompson of Wellsville plans to use the $3,500 scholarship to pursue a career in nursing. Pictured from left are Ken Smoker, Ken Smoker Livestock; Roy and Tammy Thompson; Amanda Thompson; Grove; and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding. On Jan. 12, Rep. Grove attended the Farm Show to congratulate two local recipients of scholarships from the Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship Foundation. Chad Menges of Hanover plans to use the $3,500 scholarship to further his education in agri-business. Pictured from left are Phil Clemens, Hatfield; Grove; Nathan Menges; Chad Menges; Michele Menges; and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding. Recently, Rep. Grove visited the Glatfelter Memorial Library to read A Day with Dad to area children for the library’s “Dads and Donuts” program. Pictured above is Grove with librarian Ellen Helfrick. Recently, Grove met with members of the Pennsylvania State Alliance of YMCAs during their visit to the Capitol in Harrisburg. As a member of the Dover YMCA Board of Managers, Grove supports the mission and principles of the YMCA. Pictured are Rep. Mark Longietti (D-Mercer); Joellen Arenas Shenango Valley YMCA CEO; Rep. Brian Ellis (R-Butler); Grove; Jack Shilling, vice chair, PA State Alliance of YMCA and Valley Points YMCA CEO; Rep. Dick Stevenson (R-Mercer/Butler); Rep. Ron Miller (R-York); and Rep. Sheryl Delozier (R-Cumberland). Rep. Seth Grove and Sen. Pat Vance (R- Cumberland/York) met with students from the Wellsville Elementary School during their visit to the state Capitol in October. Grove, a member of the House Health and Human Services Committee, listens to testimony from the Pennsylvania Department of Health regarding its plans to combat the H1N1 virus, or swine flu. The department expects the first round of vaccines to be available to the public in mid-October and is encouraging people to stay home if they have flu-like symptoms, and to practice courteous coughing and sneezing. Rep. Seth Grove, former Rep. Bev Mackereth and Rep. Eugene DePasquale spoke to the Rotary Club of York about the inner workings of Pennsylvania state government. Pictured from left are DePasquale, Mackereth and Grove. Reps. Seth Grove and Dan Moul (R-Adams/Franklin) review the proposed higher education funding in the House Democrat version of House Bill 1416 (the budget bill) during a House Republican Policy Committee hearing focused on the Democrat plan to carve out $1.2 billion necessary to fund state-owned universities, community colleges and the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, which process student grants and loans. Both Grove and Moul voted against the proposal. On the first day of the new fiscal year, July 1, Rep. Grove signed the Commonwealth Foundation’s pledge to fight against raising the Personal Income Tax in Pennsylvania. On June 2, Rep. Grove welcomed students from Spring Grove Elementary School. The students showed their school pride, sporting Spring Grove Rocket T-shirts, as they toured the Capitol and got a lesson in state government from Grove. On Friday, April 17, Rep. Seth Grove hosted an Open House with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at his district office in the Westgate Plaza. More than 100 residents from the 196th District attended the event and were able to meet with Rep. Grove and his staff and view the office. Rep. Grove explains the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program to a constituent during his Open House on April 17. On March 27, Rep. Grove hosted students from New Salem Elementary School at the Capitol in Harrisburg. On March 26, Rep. Grove, a member of the House Consumer Affairs Committee, attended a hearing during which the committee was presented with testimony regarding a voluntary phase-in plan for the electricity generation rate cap expiration. On Thursday, Feb. 19, Rep. Grove visited the Martin’s Potato Chip plant in Thomasville to learn about the environmentally responsible techniques they use in making their chips. During the 23rd Annual York County Agricultural Recognition Banquet, Rep. Seth Grove presented the James Eisenhour Family of Wellsville, the recipients of the 2009 Outstanding Farm Family Award, with a citation from the House of Representatives congratulating them for their contribution to agriculture and the excellence of their farm, Cedar Hill Farms. On Jan. 22, Rep. Grove visited Lincolnway Elementary School to hand out dictionaries to the students. Grove poses with students from Spring Grove Elementary School whom received dictionaries during his visit. On Tuesday, Jan. 13, Rep. Grove visited the 93rd Annual Pennsylvania Farm Show. The Farm Show features livestock exhibits, cooking demonstrations, square dancing, a rodeo, and all things related to agriculture in the Commonwealth. Grove is pictured viewing the rabbit exhibit. Among the rabbit winners was Simone Mueller, of Dover, who captured many of the first place prizes for Holland Lops. Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) was sworn into the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Jan. 6, 2009, to represent the 196th District in York County. Every two years, on the first Tuesday in January, all 203 House members take the oath of office to commence a new session. Grove was one of 27 new House members to take the oath. 2009-2010 Republican Freshman Class
 
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