Dear Neighbor,
License plate readers are popping up across Pennsylvania. While they can help solve crimes, they can also create a record of where your car has been. Who gets to see your information? How long is your data stored? And what happens if it’s misused? Watch me talk about protecting your privacy Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. on NBC10, immediately following Meet the Press.
I was also at Penn State’s Ag Progress Days this week, working on legislation, learning how we can better support Pennsylvania’s family farmers and grow our economy.
Plus, Bryce Harper, taking on big money in politics, gearing up for the return of the Manayunk bike race, and more below!
Warm regards,
Tarik
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In This Issue:
📸 Who’s Tracking You?
💰 Getting Big Money Out of Politics
⚾️ This Isn’t About Bryce Harper
🚴 The Philadelphia Cycling Classic Is Back!
🗳️ Discussing the National Popular Vote
🌳 Expanding Access to the Wissahickon
🧹 East Falls Showed Up!
🦁 A Night at the Zoo — FREE Family Fun!
🐾 Last Word
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License plate readers, including Flock cameras, are popping up across Pennsylvania. They can help recover stolen cars and solve crimes, but they also raise serious concerns about privacy, mission creep, and the misuse of data.
Click here or the image below to watch a brief video.
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Image: Screenshot of social media video with me discussing Flock cameras
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We’re working on legislation to set clear rules for how your information is accessed, used, shared, and stored, with real civil consequences when someone abuses that access.
Powerful technology needs strong privacy protections and real accountability. Tune in to hear me talk about this issue Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. on NBC10’s “At Issue with Lauren Mayk.”
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💰 Getting Big Money Out of Politics
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When it comes to who represents them, many people feel like their voices are being drowned out by big money and powerful special interests. It doesn’t have to be that way.
This week, I joined Reps. Ben Waxman, Paul Friel, and Joe Webster to introduce legislation inspired by the Montana Plan, a new legal approach that would prohibit Pennsylvania corporations from using corporate treasury funds to influence our elections.
Click here or the image below to watch a brief video.
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Image: Screenshot of social media video about the press conference
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⚾ Bryce Harper, Sports Betting & the Problem with VIP Programs
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Image: Screenshot of social media video with recording of KYW interview
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One study found that VIP customers at a sportsbook made up just 0.5% of customers but generated more than 70% of its revenue. I’m committed to making sure we protect people over the profits of these giant sports betting corporations. In the near future, I will introduce a bipartisan bill to treat sports betting addiction like the public health crisis it is.
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Image: With my friend and coprime sponsor Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/ Union) on our bill to put guardrails on sports betting
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🌾 Supporting Pennsylvania’s Family Farmers
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This week, I was at Penn State’s Ag Progress Days, learning more about the challenges and opportunities facing family farmers across Pennsylvania.
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Image: Checking out the next generation of crop duster with my colleagues
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I also spoke with Mike Reskovac and his family, farmers from Fayette County, who unsuccessfully applied for an Agricultural Innovation Grant during a legislative roundtable this morning. My bill would nearly double funding for the program so families like Mike’s can access funding to help expand their farming business. I’ll be fighting to get it passed next year so more Pennsylvania farmers can benefit.
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Image: With US Congressman Chris Deluzio (D-Allegheny) in State College
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Agriculture is a huge part of our state’s economy, and I’m looking for ways we can support the families who feed our communities, strengthen local economies, and help Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry grow.
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🚴 The Philadelphia Cycling Classic Is Back!
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The countdown is on! I was excited to join Mainstay Brewing on Friday for the launch of Philadelphia Classic Lager, a special brew celebrating the return of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic.
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Image: Photo of me with Mayor Nutter and organizers of the Cycling Classic
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🗳️ Discussing the National Popular Vote
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Last Thursday, I met with John Koza, one of the architects of the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, and others involved in the effort.
Some of the biggest questions I hear are: Would it eliminate the Electoral College? No. Could Pennsylvania’s electoral votes go to a candidate who lost Pennsylvania? Potentially, yes, if that candidate won the national popular vote. Supporters argue that it would mean presidential campaigns compete for votes nationwide instead of focusing most of their attention on a handful of swing states.
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Image: Screenshot of Teams call with NPVIC advocates
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We’re exploring a telephone town hall to explain the proposal, answer questions, and hear what our neighbors think before moving forward.
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🌳 Expanding Access to the Wissahickon
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Last Thursday, I met with leaders from Jefferson University and Friends of the Wissahickon as part of our ongoing effort to improve trail access for Jefferson students and the East Falls community.
For the past year, we’ve been working together to find practical ways to better connect people with one of Philadelphia’s greatest natural treasures. Better access means more opportunities to walk, exercise, decompress, and enjoy nature.
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Image: Meeting with Friends of the Wissahickon and Jefferson University
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There’s still work to do, but I’m encouraged by our progress, and we’ll keep working to find a path forward.
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I love it when a plan comes together!
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Image: Photo of me and volunteers from the clean-up event
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Thank you to the East Falls Community Council, East Falls Development Corporation, East Falls Town Watch, and all the neighborhood groups and volunteers who helped make our community cleanup a success.
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Image: Pruning a tree during community clean-up
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More than 20 volunteers joined us, filling more than 20 large bags with trash and weeds.
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Image: Final photo of the day with staff, volunteers, and Catie Lexner of East Falls DC
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I’m so grateful to everyone who rolled up their sleeves to help keep East Falls beautiful!
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🦁 A Night at the Zoo - FREE Family Fun
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Looking for a fun night out with the family? On Saturday, there’s a FREE night at the Philadelphia Zoo for families and neighbors from 5–8 p.m.
Admission is free for registered attendees, and school-aged children can also receive a free back-to-school bag with school supplies, while supplies last.
Advance registration is required and space is limited, so click here or on the flyer below to register!
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Grateful for all the workers, families, students, alumni, and neighbors who make Penn State amazing. WE ARE…! 🦁
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Image: Hanging out with a giant hay Nittany Lion and Representatives Emily Kinkead and Paul Friel at Ag Progress Days
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Have a great weekend!
Warm regards,
Tarik
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