Much to be Thankful For & Happy Thanksgiving

As we prepare to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends this year, I am thankful for so much including having the honor and privilege to represent our community in Congress. I may be biased, but I believe Pennsylvania’s 11th Congressional District is the best of 435 congressional districts across the country. I am thankful for the rights and liberties we enjoy in the greatest nation in the history of the world. I wish you all a relaxing and reflective holiday with family and friends.

Commitment to America

Next year, House Republicans will keep our promises laid out to the American people in our Commitment to America. We will work to ensure that this government is accountable to the taxpayers.

As I recently told Fox News, holding the administration accountable through vigorous oversight is a top priority for House Republicans.

Oversight is a key function of Congress, and we will work to bring transparency to the Biden administration because the American people deserve answers to the many crises facing our nation. We will delve into how President Biden’s spending has led to 40-year high levels of inflation and how his inaction is fueling the humanitarian and national security crisis at our southern border.

We will also examine the Biden administration’s massive spending proposals to ensure there is no waste, fraud, or abuse of taxpayer funds. We know that an estimated $14 billion in unemployment benefits went to fraudsters according to a recent report of the Department of Labor Inspector General.

House Republicans on the Ways and Means Committee are fighting for transparency from the Biden administration, learn more about our efforts here.  

Legislation to Honor World War II Veteran Advances 

Last week, legislation I introduced to honor the life of Lancaster County World War II Veteran and last known survivor of the Malmedy Massacre, Harold Billow, was unanimously approved by the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.  

My legislation would designate the Mount Joy Post Office Building as the “Harold Billow Post Office Building” in honor of Billow, a lifelong Mount Joy resident. I introduced the legislation with the support of the entire Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation.

I want to thank the members of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform for unanimously advancing my legislation to honor an American hero from Pennsylvania’s 11th Congressional District. I look forward to the House approving this bill to honor a true patriot and exceptional member of the Greatest Generation. Click here to learn more.

Important Health Reminders in November

November marks National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. As a proud member of the Bipartisan Congressional Task force on Alzheimer’s Disease, I will continue to advocate for legislation to prevent and cure this disease.


November 14 marked World Diabetes Day and November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetes affects over 30 million Americans, but you can take steps to manage or prevent it. Learn more about managing your blood sugar and other helpful tips from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases by clicking here.

Be Aware of Scams 

I want to thank Derick Rill of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for joining me this week to present a Social Security Scam Seminar held at the Masonic Village in Elizabethtown.

Remember, visit the FTC website to report suspected scammers. And click here for additional tips from the FTC to learn how to protect yourself from potential scams.

Across the District 

It was great to join the Lancaster County Association of Township Supervisors at their annual meeting. Thanks for the warm welcome!


Thanks to Michael Yowler and Jill Hartman for sharing with me the good work being done by the Empowered Youth Program to support local students!

Thanks to Preservation Pennsylvania and Chris Delfs, the director of community planning for Lancaster City, for discussing with me the plans to preserve the historic appearance of the former St. Joseph’s Hospital which is being redeveloped.


It was great to join former Congressman Joe Pitts, former state Representative Art Hershey, faith leaders, and a large crowd for the First Annual Lancaster Prayer Breakfast!


It was great to meet with employees and tour AHF’s plant in Lancaster to learn about how federal tax and trade policies impact their business. Thanks for a great visit!


It was an honor to meet and speak with veterans from across York County earlier this month before they traveled to Washington, DC to visit our nation’s monuments and memorials. Thank you all for your service to our nation.


Thanks to Lyamuremye Habarurenye for taking time to meet with me in Lancaster to discuss his government studies coursework at Millersville University and for sharing his family’s story of coming to America. Best wishes as you continue your studies!

Here to Help

Attention veteran small business owners, beginning on January 1, 2023, the verification of veteran-owned small businesses will transfer from the Department of Veterans Affairs to the Small Business Administration. Learn more about the transition process and the deadlines for submission by clicking here.

Many individuals have recently contacted my office looking for assistance with their unemployment compensation claims, which are administered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, not federal agencies. If you’re seeking assistance with your unemployment claim, you can contact your state legislator for assistance. Click here to find your state legislator’s contact information. 

Recently the new 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline was launched. Individuals who are struggling or in crisis can simply call or text 988 to reach trained counselors. Individuals can also visit https://988lifeline.org/ to chat with a counselor. Click here to learn more about the lifeline from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. 

Looking for information on federal grants? Learn more about the grant awarding process and search the federal database of grant programs at www.grants.gov.

If you have any questions or issues with a federal agency, please know that my office is here to assist you. You can call my district or Washington, DC offices for assistance or visit my website for any issue with a federal agency or department.

Stay Connected

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Sincerely,

Lloyd Smucker