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Mike's MemoWelcome to a new year of "Mike's Memo," an update on what's happening in the 48th Legislative District, the State Capitol, and the progress on my "Promise to Pennsylvania," a pledge to advance government reforms, enact meaningful lawsuit abuse reform, eliminate wasteful state spending, and cut taxes. If you haven't done so already, please take a few moments to visit my website at www.senatorfolmer.com to learn more about issues that may affect you and your family. Week of May 26, 2008 Memorial Day This weekend many of us will gather with family and friends to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday. Memorial Day – or "Decoration Day" as it was originally called – was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868, by General John Logan, National Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic. The day was first observed on May 30, 1868 when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. In 1971, Congress made Memorial Day part of the National Holiday Act, which establishes three day weekends for federal holidays. In observance of the holiday, all state offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, and the Senate will return to voting Session on Monday, June 2. I wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable holiday, and encourage you to remember those who sacrificed their lives’ for the freedoms we have today. Blues' Merger Hearings Planned The Pennsylvania Insurance Department is planning a series of public hearings on the planned merger of Highmark and Independence Blue Cross. These hearings will provide consumers and other interested parties an opportunity to voice their opinions on the potential impact the proposed merger may have on the healthcare marketplace. A public hearing will be held at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, at the Harrisburg Hilton and Towers, One North Second Street, Harrisburg. Meetings will also be held in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. For more information about the hearings, to pre-register or submit written comments, visit the Pennsylvania Insurance Department website. Road Projects Before you hit the roads this holiday weekend visit PennDOT's website to view road construction in the 48th Senatorial District. Also, when on your travels, if you see a road or bridge that needs repair call 1-800-FIX-ROAD (1-800-349-7623). Aviation Scholarships Available Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 are available through the Aviation Council of Pennsylvania to state residents interested in an aviation career. For more detailed information about the scholarships, including an application, visit www.acpfly.com. The application deadline is August 1, 2008. Reminder: Don't forget my next Town Hall meeting: 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 28, at the West Lawn Community Center, 101 Woodside Avenue, West Lawn. For more information on these issues, and information on other legislative and state topics, visit the Pennsylvania General Assembly website at www.legis.state.pa.us. If you are unable to open the bill links, please feel free to go directly to the Pennsylvania General Assembly website. As always, please feel free to contact me on any state-related matter that may be of concern to you. I can be reached through e-mail, mfolmer@pasen.gov,or at any one of my district offices.
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