Day: May 28, 2012

House Votes To Give Raise To Pa. Guard

Recognizing the sacrifices of Pennsylvania National Guard members, 
The State House on May 22 voted 198-0 to pass  HB 2168, which would increase the minimum state active duty pay from $75 per day to $100 per day for Pennsylvania National Guard members. 
Prime sponsor is Nicholas A Miccarelli (R-162) whose district lies in southeastern Delaware County.
It would be the first increase in minimum active duty pay in more than 15 years and would affect how guard members are compensated for responding to state emergencies. 
The bill is awaiting action in the Senate. 
Hat tip State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129)

A Day For Remembering

Today is Memorial Day which began as as Decoration Day to commemorate the fallen Union soldiers of the Civil War. 

In the 20th century it was extended to honor all Americans who have died in all wars.  
And that is something that we must never shirk from doing.
A Memorial Day tribute:

Fish For Free Today

Today, May 28, is Fish For Free Day in Pennsylvania. Anyone – resident or non-resident – to legally fish in the Commonwealth’s waterways without a fishing license. 
 A second Fish for Free Day will be held in conjunction with the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 3
Hat tip State Rep. Jim Cox (R-129)