Local Government News
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...
House Approves Mako Motorcycle Bill to Allow Headphones
HARRISBURG – The House today approved legislation authored by Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton) to update the vehicle code to allow motorcyclists to wear headphones or helmets with built-in headphone capabilities."State law needs modernized to better reflect the times," stated Rep. Zach Mako. "With the widespread usage of wireless headsets, earbuds and earphones and Bluetooth communication built into helmets, we should not criminalize those who use the most up-to-date products that are widely accepted by the motorcycling community."Mako further emphasized, "In...