Bill Would Protect Babies with Down Syndrome

Mar. 21, 2019 /

Close to 100 percent of children diagnosed with Down syndrome are terminated before birth in Iceland. This has led to the near eradication of those with Down syndrome.

Keefer to Host Firearm Owner Rights and Responsibilities Seminar in Franklintown

Mar. 08, 2019 /

DILLSBURG – As part of efforts to better inform gunowners of their rights and responsibilities, Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) will hold a Firearm Owner Rights and Responsibilities Seminar at the Franklintown Fire Company, 107 Baltimore Road, Franklintown, on Wednesday, April 3, from 6-8 p.m. A second seminar will be held in Fairview Township in May.

Keefer to Host REAL ID Pre-Verification Event in Dillsburg

Feb. 11, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – With REAL IDs about to be made available in Pennsylvania, Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) will host an event to assist residents with pre-verifying documents required to obtain a REAL ID. The event will be held in the cafeteria Northern High School, 653 S. Baltimore St., on Tuesday, Feb. 26, from 5-8 p.m.

‘Shadow Budget’ Funds to be Used as Part of State Budget

Feb. 06, 2019 /

As I sat in my seat on the House floor and listened to Gov. Tom Wolf deliver his budget address, I was shocked to hear him not only acknowledge but also learn he plans to transfer funds from “shadow budget” accounts to fund his proposed spending as part of the 2019-20 state budget.

Adams-York County House Republicans Answer Wolf Budget Proposal with Calls for Fiscal Responsibility

Feb. 05, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Members of the Adams-York House Republican delegation - Reps. Torren Ecker (R-Abbottstown), Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam), Seth Grove (R-Dover), Mike Jones (R-York Township), Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg), Kate Klunk (R-Hanover) and Dan Moul (R-Gettysburg) – issued this statement in response to Gov. Tom Wolf’s 2019-20 budget proposal, which calls for $1.4 billion in increased spending:

Keefer Named to Four House Committees

Jan. 22, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) was appointed to serve on four House committees during the 2019-20 legislative session. She will serve on the House Aging and Older Adult Services, Health, Labor and Industry, and State Government committees.

Keefer’s Office Offers Assistance to Veterans

Jan. 15, 2019 /

DILLSBURG – Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) reminds residents that her office, located at 12 N. Baltimore St. in Dillsburg, hosts a program to connect veterans to benefits and programs.

Keefer Sworn in to Second Term Representing the 92nd District

Jan. 01, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) was joined by her colleagues in the House of Representatives today to take their oaths of office for the 2019-20 session. Keefer enters her second term representing the people of the 92nd Legislative District.

Keefer to Host Office Open House

Dec. 28, 2018 /

DILLSBURG – Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) will host an open house at her district office, located at 12 N. Baltimore St. in Dillsburg, from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 10.

York County Republican Delegation Announces School Safety Grant Funding

Oct. 31, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – The York County Republican Delegation to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, which consists of Reps. Seth Grove (R-Dover), Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York Township), Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg), Kate Klunk (R-Hanover), Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam) and House Appropriations Chairman Stan Saylor (R-Red Lion), announced today that every school district in York County received funding to improve student safety as part of a newly create grant program.

Equal Doesn’t Mean Special Treatment

Oct. 10, 2018 /

For the most part, growing up I was told I can become whatever I wanted if I set goals and worked hard to achieve them. There were, however, a few times I was told I couldn’t be this or that simply because I’m a female.

York County House Republicans Invite Residents to an Upcoming Active Shooter Seminar

Oct. 04, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – The York County Republican Delegation to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, which consists of Reps. Seth Grove (R-Dover), Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York Township), Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg), Kate Klunk (R-Hanover), Keith Gillespie (R-Hellam) and House Appropriations Chairman Stan Saylor (R-Red Lion), will offer a free Active Shooter Seminar to residents.

Keefer to Host Conceal Carry Seminar in Wellsville

Oct. 01, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – In an effort to better inform gun owners who live in the 92nd District regarding Pennsylvania’s firearm laws, Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) will host a free Concealed Carry Seminar at the Wellsville Fire Company, 95 Community St., from 6-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 23.

Farmers Invited to Informative Breakfast Discussion, Keefer Says

Sep. 14, 2018 /

DILLSBURG – Members of the agricultural industry who live in the 92nd District are invited to a Farmers Breakfast, hosted by Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland), to be held at Baker’s Restaurant, located at 515 N. U.S. 15 in Dillsburg, from 8-10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11.

Toomey, Keefer to Honor Korean War Veterans in 92nd District

Jul. 24, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – The office of U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA) is partnering with Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) to honor Korean War veterans with the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal who live in her district. Toomey is working with the Korean Consul General to provide medals for United States veterans who reside in the 92nd Legislative District for their honorable service during the Korean War.

Keefer to Host Bicycle Safety Derby

May. 07, 2018 /

DILLSBURG – Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) will team up with the American Trauma Society to help children learn about bicycle safety during the popular Dillsburg PickleFest on Mother’s Day weekend. The bike derby will be held in the parking lot of JPI Insurance Associates, located at 300 N. Baltimore St., on Saturday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to noon. The parking lot is located just off Greenbriar Lane, where PickleFest will be held.

Keefer’s Office Offers Assistance to Veterans

Apr. 16, 2018 /

DILLSBURG ¬– Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-Dillsburg) reminds residents that her office, located at 12 N. Baltimore St. in Dillsburg, hosts a program to connect veterans to benefits and programs.

Separation of Powers Becoming a Blurred Line

Apr. 05, 2018 /

The separation of powers clauses laid out in our state and national constitutions is meant to ensure one section of government, whether it be the executive, legislative or judicial branch, doesn’t become too powerful and infringe on the rights of the people. These separations protect our democratic system and uphold our free society.

Keefer to Host Conceal Carry Seminar on April 4

Mar. 23, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – As part of her ongoing efforts to better inform gun owners who live in the 92nd District about Pennsylvania’s firearm laws, Rep. Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) will host a Concealed Carry Seminar at James A. Danner VFW Post 537, 1095 Pines Road, Etters, on Wednesday, April 4, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.