I was sworn into office on Jan. 3 to begin my seventh term representing the citizens of the 89th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives (pictured with me is my family). In addition, I was named chairman of the House Labor and Industry Committee for the 2017-18 legislative session by Speaker of the House Mike Turzai. I am looking forward to having a greater position in which to effect change as chairman of the House Labor and Industry Committee.

On Oct. 26, I enjoyed participating in Scotland Elementary School’s “Kindness Challenge” by greeting students on their way into the class with teachers, administrators and other community members.