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State Rep. Milou Mackenzie

Recent News About State Rep. Milou Mackenzie

  • Register Now for Mackenzie’s May Veteran Assistance Hours

    Bethlehem – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is reaching out to local veterans with the offer of Veteran Assistance Hours at her Bethlehem office. The upcoming session is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N. in Bethlehem.According to the article, the services available during these sessions cover a range of benefits for veterans and their dependents. This includes support with compensation, pension, death benefits, education, health care, and more. Importantly, veterans do not require membership with the...

  • Mackenzie Announces Free Paper Shredding Event on May 4

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has announced a free document shredding event for residents of the 131st Legislative District scheduled for Saturday, May 4, at Hopewell Park in Center Valley. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon and aims to provide a secure disposal option for items containing sensitive information, such as bank accounts or Social Security numbers.According to Rep. Mackenzie, "This event is intended for items that contain sensitive information, such as bank accounts or Social Security numbers." Additionally, there is a...

  • Mackenzie Announces Grant Funding Awarded by Veterans’ Trust Fund Program

    HARRISBURG – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has announced the allocation of $49,000 in grant funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) Veterans’ Trust Fund (VTF) to enhance veteran services in the 131st District over the next two years."I am grateful that this critical funding has been secured to support veteran initiatives in the 131st District. This funding will help to expand critical outreach services to veterans, and I was pleased to offer my support for these helpful grants," expressed Mackenzie....

  • Register Now for Mackenzie’s April Veteran Assistance Hours

    Bethlehem – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is offering Veteran Assistance Hours each month at her Bethlehem office to provide aid to local veterans. The next service hours will be held on Wednesday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N in Bethlehem. Services for veterans and their dependents include assistance with compensation, pension and death benefits, education and health care, plus other benefits. Veterans do not need a membership with the American Legion to receive these services. Those interested in scheduling an...

  • Mackenzie Announces $476,000 in Grants for Transportation Enhancement

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has announced grants totaling $476,000 that have been awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to benefit residents in the 131st Legislative District. The funds are designated to enhance connectivity across various modes of transportation and improve transportation infrastructure in the area."I am extremely pleased to see that the communities of Pennsburg and Green Lane will be receiving the transportation grant money they so richly deserve and so desperately need," expressed Mackenzie. She further added,...

  • Register Now for Mackenzie’s March Veteran Assistance Hours

    Bethlehem – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is reaching out to local veterans by offering Veteran Assistance Hours at her Bethlehem office. The next service hours are scheduled for Wednesday, March 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N in Bethlehem.According to Rep. Milou Mackenzie, the services provided during these hours cater to veterans and their dependents, covering a range of areas such as compensation, pension, death benefits, education, health care, and other related benefits. Importantly, as highlighted by Mackenzie, veterans...

  • Mackenzie Announces Grants Awarded to Every Fire Company and EMS Company in 131st District

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has announced that a total of $256,988.29 in grant awards has been awarded to fire and emergency medical services departments in the 131st Legislative District, benefiting the communities across Lehigh, Montgomery, and Northampton counties.In a statement, Mackenzie expressed her gratitude for the first responders in the community, saying, "This grant funding will offer critical assistance to the courageous first responders within our community. Our dedicated firefighters and EMS personnel demonstrate unwavering...

  • Register Now for Mackenzie’s February Veteran Assistance Hours

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is offering Veteran Assistance Hours each month at her Bethlehem office to provide aid to local veterans. The next service hours will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N in Bethlehem.According to Representative Milou Mackenzie, the services for veterans and their dependents include "assistance with compensation, pension and death benefits, education and health care, plus other benefits." She also mentioned that veterans do not need a membership with the American Legion to...

  • Mackenzie Announces Nearly $2 Million Investment for Lehigh Valley Farmland Preservation

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has announced that five farms in the Lehigh Valley region have been preserved as part of an $8.7 million statewide effort to protect open spaces and prevent development. The preservation of these farms will ensure the availability of green spaces and healthy farmland for future generations."It is crucial that we protect our precious farmland," said Mackenzie. "Critical investments like this help ensure Pennsylvania families will have green spaces and healthy farmland available to produce food, create jobs, and provide...

  • Register Now for Mackenzie’s January Veteran Assistance Hours

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is offering Veteran Assistance Hours each month at her Bethlehem office to provide aid to local veterans. The next service hours will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Dr. N. in Bethlehem.Services for veterans and their dependents include assistance with compensation, pension and death benefits, education and health care, plus other benefits. Veterans do not need a membership with the American Legion to receive these services.According to Representative Mackenzie, "We are...

  • Mackenzie Announces More Than $2.5 Million in Grant Funding Awarded

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has announced that the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) has awarded over $2.5 million in state funding to benefit residents in Montgomery, Lehigh, and Northampton counties. The funding was approved through the Commonwealth's Small Water and Sewer Program (SWS) and Water Supply, Sanitary Sewer, and Storm Water Projects Program (H2O).Mackenzie expressed her satisfaction with the funding, stating, "I am pleased our community has been awarded this much-needed funding. This significant investment will enhance and...

  • Mackenzie Announces Cultural, Historical Support Grants

    Pennsylvania Representative Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has recently announced that several historical organizations in the 131st Legislative District have been awarded Cultural and Historical Support Grants by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC). These grants, totaling over $18,000, aim to provide general operating support to museums and official county historical societies that lack funding from other state agency programs.The Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society has been awarded $7,962, while the Lehigh...

  • Mackenzie Addresses Governor Regarding Voting Machine Failures in Northampton County

    In a letter addressed to Gov. Josh Shapiro and Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) expressed deep concerns regarding voting machine failures during the municipal elections on Nov. 7 in Northampton County."The primary issue highlighted was the lack of proper testing of the ES&S ExpressVote XL voting machines ahead of election day. Voters reported that when selecting 'yes' or 'no' at the polls, the printout provided by the machine inaccurately switched their vote," said Mackenzie.Mackenzie, a state...

  • Register Now for Mackenzie’s December Veteran Assistance Hours

    Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) is offering Veteran Assistance Hours each month at her Bethlehem office to provide aid to local veterans. The next service hours will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1425 Mountain Drive N. in Bethlehem.Services for veterans and their dependents include assistance with compensation, pension and death benefits, education and health care, plus other benefits. Veterans do not need a membership with the American Legion to receive these services.Mackenzie's office is committed to supporting...

  • Mackenzie Issues Statement on Latest Developments in Northampton County Election Discussions

    In response to voting machine irregularities during the November 7, 2023 election in Northampton County, Representative Milou Mackenzie has issued a statement expressing her concern and calling for action. Mackenzie criticizes County Executive Lamont McClure for his dismissive response to the flaws and failures encountered by voters at the polls. She emphasizes the seriousness of the situation and highlights McClure's failure to grasp its significance.Mackenzie points out that McClure's initial response categorized the voting machine problem as a mere "glitch" and recalls...