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Strengthening Democracy by Updating Our Primary System

April 15, 2026

The Primary Election is quickly approaching. On May 19, voters will head to the polls to choose who moves on to the November ballot. We like to remind everyone that it’s our responsibility as residents to educate ourselves on the issues and participate in the electoral process.

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Shaffer, Khan’s Bipartisan Bill to Support Students with Pancreatic Conditions Clears Path for Safe Medication Use in Schools

April 7, 2026

HARRISBURG – After hearing directly from parents, caregivers, educators and students about how Pennsylvania law treats different student medications, Reps. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) and Tarik Khan (D-Philadelphia) have introduced a bill that would give students with pancreatic insufficiency the same ability to carry necessary medication that students using inhalers and EpiPens already have.

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Shaffer Appointed to House Transportation Committee

January 5, 2026

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) today announced he’s been named to the state House Transportation Committee. Shaffer, an engineer with a Carnegie Mellon doctorate and deep experience in transportation safety, is looking forward to advancing infrastructure solutions.

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Shaffer Announces Nearly $950,000 for Public Safety, Recreation and Infrastructure Projects in Allegheny County

December 18, 2025

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) announced nearly $950,000 in state funding has been awarded to municipalities in the 28th District, which covers part of Allegheny County, through the Local Share Account (LSA) grants and the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP) to support infrastructure improvements and community development.

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