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117B East Wing
PO Box 202057
Harrisburg PA 17120-2088
Tel: 717-260-6146
Fax: 717-782-2882

District Offices:
101 Ehalt Street, Suite 105
Greensburg, PA 15601-2300
Phone: 724-834-6400
Fax: 724-834-6799
Hours: Monday through Friday
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Youngwood Borough Building
17 South 6th Street
Youngwood, PA 15697
Tel: 724-925-5490
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Rep. Eric Nelson participated in a Taxpayers’ Caucus hearing on the Senate’s proposed state budget tax plan and its effect on small businesses and everyday Pennsylvanians. The grand reopening and ribbon cutting for the Westmoreland County Community College’s Murrysville campus in Export was held in August. The facility was formerly the Bushy Run Center. Rep. Eric Nelson joined the celebration. Westmoreland County is fortunate to be home to many postsecondary education choices. Rep. Eric Nelson visited Clelian Heights and had lunch with the students and staff. It is a great facility! Rep. Eric Nelson visited a Hempfield Township archeological site with Dr. Ben Ford, a professor at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and his students. The group is conducting an archaeological excavation at Hanna’s Town, looking to identify the edge of Old Hannastown Road to Fort Hannastown. Pictured with Nelson (from left) are Jessie Hoover and Sam Edwards. Rep. Eric Nelson participated in the bill signing for legislation strengthening the existing animal cruelty laws. The new law makes it easier to prosecute a person who knowingly mistreats, abuses or neglects an animal. Act 10 of 2017, known as “Libre’s Law,” is named after a Boston terrier puppy who was rescued from a Lancaster County farm last summer after suffering from severe neglect. Michael Kissel of Greensburg received a UniqueSource Achievement Award for demonstrating outstanding and exceptional character in living and coping with disabilities, particularly in the workplace. Rep. Eric Nelson was able to join Kissel in Hershey for the awards presentation. Rep. Eric Nelson attended the first Westmoreland County Drug Court graduation. Jeffrey of Greensburg and Chris of New Kensington completed the program, which required regular therapy sessions, drug tests and visits with a probation officer and judge. Both men received certificates and medals. The program is funded by the county, participants and private donations. Nelson and Sen. Kim Ward (R-Westmoreland) are pictured with (from left) Jeffrey and Judge Meagan Bilik-DeFazio. In June, Rep. Eric Nelson joined his colleagues in the General Assembly to witness the governor sign pension reform legislation into law. In keeping his promise, Nelson supported this bill, which is the first step in implementing meaningful pension reform. The law slows the growth of pension liabilities, shifts risk away from taxpayers and ensures the Commonwealth can meet its future pension obligations. Rep. Eric Nelson spoke in May at the 14th annual Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E.) rally at the Capitol. The event raises awareness about motorcycle issues. Rep. Eric Nelson participated in the House Majority Policy Committee hearing at Penn State Fayette. It focused on welfare reform efforts in the Commonwealth, including qualification and access to programs, as well as tackling waste, fraud and abuse. Rep. Eric Nelson participated in a community gardens and greenspace planting on State Route 30 in the area of Greengate Road. Joining him were Brian Gallagher, government relations manager for Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, and Carol Triano, garden steward. Representatives of St. Vincent College met with Rep. Eric Nelson at the Capitol. He enjoyed their conversation about all the great things happening at the college and their concerns about higher education in the Commonwealth. Pictured with Nelson is the Rev. Paul Taylor, executive vice president. Rep. Eric Nelson hosted his annual senior expo with Sen. Don White (R-Armstrong/Butler/Indiana/Westmoreland) in May. More than 200 people attended and visited with a variety of vendors and exhibitors from local, state, federal and nonprofit organizations that provided information on topics such as health care, insurance, nutrition and personal safety. The Penn Grade Crude Coalition unveiled its report about the impact of the conventional oil and gas industry in the Commonwealth. The report found the industry has a $1.4 billion annual economic impact and supports 5,600 jobs. Most of the conventional oil and gas industry is centered in western Pennsylvania. Rep. Eric Nelson joined the announcement. Students in Ken Stough’s Project 18 class from Hempfield High School visited the Capitol as part of their annual trip to Harrisburg. The course teaches students about local and state governments. The program has been offered at Hempfield since 1974 and was originally a statewide effort to engage students when the voting age was lowered to 18. Rep. Eric Nelson is pictured with the students and Reps. Justin Walsh (R-Westmoreland) and Mike Reese (R-Westmoreland/Somerset). Rep. Eric Nelson met with Hannah Mercer and Patrick Edwards, Indiana University of Pennsylvania students, at the Undergraduate Research at the Capitol – Pennsylvania poster conference. Their poster focused on gender inequality in professional tennis. The annual event allows undergraduate students enrolled in Pennsylvania’s colleges and universities to showcase their research talents to the Commonwealth’s key decision makers. Rep. Eric Nelson met with members of the Epilepsy Foundation who were in Harrisburg to discuss funding and House Bill 395, which removes epilepsy and seizure disorder drugs from the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) requirement. They are pictured in the East Wing Rotunda. The Greensburg Central Catholic Girls’ Volleyball team visited the Capitol to be recognized on its 2016 PIAA Class A Girls’ title. The team beat Marian Catholic in straight sets on Nov. 19, 2016. Pictured with Rep. Eric Nelson and the team are Reps. George Dunbar (R-Westmoreland), Mike Reese (R-Westmoreland/Somerset) and Justin Walsh (R-Westmoreland). Rep. Eric Nelson participated in a press conference with his colleagues to advocate for a package of bills to reform state standardized testing policies. Nelson’s legislation would require PSSA tests not be administered until three weeks prior to Memorial Day. Currently, the state mandates when testing is conducted, and sometimes it begins as early as late March. PSSA tests should be a culminating activity so students can demonstrate all they have learned. Some constituents from the 57th Legislative District visited the Capitol to participate in Americans for Prosperity’s Tax Freedom Day Rally. The average Pennsylvanian works from the start of the year until mid-April to pay his or her share of federal, state and local taxes. This tax burden needs to be reduced. Pictured with Rep. Eric Nelson (from left) are Joan and Ted Davi and Joseph and Karen Kukosky, all of Greensburg. Pharmacy students and staff from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (LECOM) Erie Campus visited the Capitol in April as part of the 2017 Pharmacy Legislative Day. LECOM has formed a partnership with Seton Hill University in Greensburg to allow students to reserve a spot in medical, dental or pharmacy school at LECOM. Pictured with Rep. Eric Nelson (from left) are Dr. Kim Burns, professor of clinical pharmacy practice; Dr. Rachel Ogden, associate dean for accelerated pathway; Sally Habusta, a student from Erie; Katie Freeman, a student from Pittsburgh; Harry Ghooray, a student from Kentucky; and Michael Coulter, a student from Butler. During Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Advocacy Day at the Capitol, Rep. Eric Nelson met with students and staff from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Pictured with him are Caleb King of East Brady, majoring in applied mathematics and economics and the incoming student trustee; Meghan Delsite of Sunbury, master’s degree student; Erika Fenstermacher of Butler, majoring in psychology and the outgoing student trustee; Michael Driscoll, president at IUP; Brian Swatt of Jermyn, majoring in political science and president of the undergraduate student government; Robin Gorman, executive assistant to the president for government relations; and Carson Nicholas of Harrisburg, majoring in political science and vice president of the undergraduate student government. On April 6, Rep. Eric Nelson held an informational meeting with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and Fish and Boat Commission at the Youngwood Sportsmen’s Association. Member of each commission provide valuable information about hunting and fishing rules and opportunities. Pictured with Nelson (from left) are Andy Shiels, director of the Bureau of Fisheries for the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; Rocco Ali, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat commissioner; and Tim Schaeffer, director of policy and planning for the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Shelby Kimmick, a student at Westmoreland County Community College, was selected for the 2017 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team sponsored by the Pennsylvania Commission for Community Colleges and Phi Theta Kappa, the international academic honor society for students at two-year colleges. Those chosen were honored at the Capitol. During Shelby’s visit to Harrisburg, she met with Rep. Eric Nelson. Recipients of this award receive a scholarship that may be used at any college in the Pennsylvania system. Shelby is the daughter of Robert and Lisa Kimmick of Youngwood and will be attending California University of Pennsylvania in the fall to study accounting. On March 21, Dr. Sharon Smith, president of the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, and Pitt Greensburg students visited the Capitol and met with Rep. Eric Nelson. Paul Adams, Nelson’s classmate from Hempfield High School Class of 1987 and a professor at Pitt Greensburg, was in the group. In March, Rep. Eric Nelson led the “My Work, My Choice” rally at the Capitol, which drew just under 1,000 people. The attendees were upset and concerned regarding the Department of Human Services’ (DHS) interpretation of a federal final rule governing home- and community-based service waivers. The rule would have forced those with special needs to spend a large portion of their time in the community rather than in day programs and workshops, where they are safe, happy and thriving. A compromise proposal between DHS and the General Assembly is being considered. Brooke Smith, daughter of Curt and Michelle Smith, joined Rep. Eric Nelson at the Capitol in March. She is a junior at Greensburg Salem High School and was shadowing Nelson as part of her graduation requirements. In the future, Brooke plans a career in political science or as a history teacher. As part of National Read Across America Day, Rep. Eric Nelson read to students at the Greensburg Early Care and Education Center. Rep. Eric Nelson joined other members of the House Majority Policy Committee at a hearing in Washington County on the opioid epidemic and how it’s impacting the community. Nelson spoke about Westmoreland County’s drug court. Pictured with Nelson is Rep. Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne), who is chairman of the House HOPE (Heroin, Opioid Prevention and Education) Caucus. In early February, Rep. Eric Nelson participated in a small business tax fairness roundtable discussion. His legislation, House Bill 333, would allow small and midsize businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment purchased during the tax year, up to $500,000. Rep. Eric Nelson participated in the 42nd annual Westmoreland County Prayer Breakfast. The featured speaker was retired Col. and the Rev. Frank Ziemkiewicz, O.S.B. He is headmaster at the Benedictine Military School. Pictured with Nelson (from left) are Jim Creenan, partner in Creenan and Baczkowski, P.C.; Jim Bendel, director of planned giving at St. Vincent College; Cpl. James Gregg, Pennsylvania State Police; Ziemkiewicz; and Chad Amond, president of the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce. Rep. Eric Nelson recently recognized Abigail Gillis of Greensburg, who was selected to receive a 2017 Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship. A sophomore at Seton Hill University majoring in Biology Pre-Med, she is a former member of the Sugarload, Sunshine and Westmoreland Squares 4-H Clubs, where she participated in multiple leadership roles. Abby is a nine-year veteran of the Farm Show exhibiting in the Junior Market Swine and 4-H Square Dancing competitions. She was the 2014 Westmoreland Fair Queen and has received numerous awards. Abby aspires to be a pediatrician. Pictured with Nelson (from left) are Randy Gillis; Wendy Gillis; Abby Gillis; Bonnie Rank, New Holland Sales Stables; Ron Rank, New Holland Sales Stables; and Michael Smith, executive deputy secretary at the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Rep. Eric Nelson was joined for the 2017 swearing-in ceremony by staff. Pictured in the Capitol Rotunda (from left) are Philomena Vanek, Maria Beadling, Dixie Minnich and Timothy Gribbin. On Jan. 3, Rep. Eric Nelson took the oath of office to commence the 201st session of the Pennsylvania General Assembly. He is committed to working to address pension reform and the opioid epidemic. In addition, job creation and making the Commonwealth more business-friendly remain top priorities. Recently, I presented Greensburg resident and U.S. Army veteran Carl Smith with an official House citation in recognition of his recently awarded French Legion of Honour medal for his efforts to help liberate France from the Nazis during World War II. Mr. Smith has already received several other highly distinguished military honors including the Purple Heart Medal and five bronze stars. I was honored to attend the official dedication of the David Sheridan, P.E. Memorial Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Recently, I participated in the Westmoreland County Farm Bureau Legislative Tour at Windy Heights Farm Market with PA Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding. I was proud to host one of eight bipartisan statewide policy committee hearings at Westmoreland County Community College on Aug. 4 to gather testimony from judges, law enforcement, medical professionals, treatment centers, employers, educators, advocates and citizens about Pennsylvania’s opioid epidemic and its impact on our communities. I was proud to attend the 2016 Comcast Leaders and Achiever’s scholarship ceremony at the State Museum in Harrisburg where Kacee Carter, a student at Greensburg Salem High School, received a $1,000 scholarship. Congratulations Kacee and best wishes for future success! Recently, I participated in the official launch of the Fill A Glass With Hope program at the Westmoreland County Food Bank. Fill A Glass With Hope is a partnership formed among Feeding Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, Mid-Atlantic Dairy Association, agriculture partners and business leaders that provides fresh milk to Pennsylvania families in need through Feeding Pennsylvania’s statewide network of food banks. My wife Susan and I had a wonderful time attending the Disabled Veterans dinner held at Greensburg VFW Post 33. Pictured with us from left are Ken Komlos, Al Wood, Alisha D'Astolfo and Post Commander David Cackowski. It was such a great blessing to have so many of my family, friends and supporters who joined my wife Susan and I in Harrisburg for my official swearing-in ceremony as State Representative for the 57th Legislative District.
 
Rep. Eric Nelson was joined for the 2017 swearing-in ceremony by staff. Pictured in the Capitol Rotunda (from left) are Philomena Vanek, Maria Beadling, Dixie Minnich and Timothy Gribbin.
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