The Latest on PA’s REAL ID Roll Out - By Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks)

Sep. 14, 2018 /

As most of you know, following the events of Sept. 11, 2001, the federal government put into action a more secure form of identification, known as REAL ID, for Americans seeking to fly domestically and/or enter certain federal buildings. Full implementation of the new requirements will go into effect on Oct. 1, 2020. Although Pennsylvania is among the last of the states to make REAL ID available, PennDOT is preparing to offer the new identification starting in March 2019. Getting a REAL ID is optional. There is no requirement that any resident obtain a REAL ID, and PennDOT will continue to offer standard-issue driver licenses and photo IDs.

Mackenzie to Host Veterans Assistance Hours Sept. 14

Aug. 24, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) will host veterans assistance hours in his district office on Friday, Sept. 14, at his district office. During these special hours, veterans are able to meet with an outreach specialist from the American Legion to have their questions answered about benefits and services they have earned.

Mackenzie to Host Shredding Event Sept. 15 in Berks County

Aug. 22, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) is teaming up with Brandywine Heights School District and the borough of Topton to offer Berks County residents in the 134th District the opportunity to have documents containing personal or sensitive information shredded in order to help protect them against identity theft.

Mackenzie’s Veterans Assistance Hours Taking Place Aug. 10

Jul. 24, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – On Friday, Aug. 10, Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) will have veterans assistance hours in his district office in Lower Macungie. During these special hours, veterans are able to meet with an outreach specialist from the American Legion to have their questions answered about benefits and services they have earned.

Special Needs Awareness Day Set for July 21, Says Mackenzie, Browne

Jul. 05, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) and Sen. Pat Browne (R-Lehigh) are once again partnering with The Ben Event to host a Special Needs Awareness Day on Saturday, July 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Macungie Memorial Park, 50 N. Poplar St. in Macungie.

Call Now to Make an Appointment for Mackenzie’s Veterans Assistance Hours July 13

Jun. 19, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – On Friday, July 13, Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) will host veterans assistance hours in his district office in Lower Macungie. During these special hours, veterans are able to meet with an outreach specialist from the American Legion to have their questions answered about benefits and services they have earned.

New Law Seeks to Improve Health Outcomes for Pregnant Women - By Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks)

Jun. 08, 2018 /

Did you know that more women in the United States die from pregnancy complications than in any other developed country in the world? It’s true. Despite advances in medicine and medical technologies, the U.S. saw a 26 percent increase in the death rate of expectant mothers from 2000-2014. And according to a 2016 report from America’s Health Rankings, based on Centers for Disease Control National Vital Statistics System data, Pennsylvania ranks 21st in the nation in maternal death rates.

Mackenzie’s Veterans Assistance Hours to be Held June 8

May. 22, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – On Friday, June 8, Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) will host his next veterans assistance day in his district office in Lower Macungie. During this time, veterans can meet with an outreach specialist from the American Legion to have their questions answered about benefits and services they have earned.

New Law Seeks to Improve Health Outcomes for Pregnant Women

May. 09, 2018 /

Did you know that more women in the United States die from pregnancy complications than in any other developed country in the world? It’s true. Despite advances in medicine and medical technologies, the U.S. saw a 26 percent increase in the death rate of expectant mothers from 2000-2014. And according to a 2016 report from America’s Health Rankings, based on Centers for Disease Control National Vital Statistics System data, Pennsylvania ranks 21st in the nation in maternal death rates.

Mackenzie to Host Paper Shredding Event May 5 in Macungie

Apr. 26, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) is once again teaming up with Sen. Pat Browne (R-Lehigh) and Lower Macungie Township to host a shredding event for residents to have documents containing personal or sensitive information shredded as a means of protection against identity theft.

Veterans Assistance Hours to be Held May 11, Announces Mackenzie

Apr. 24, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – On Friday, May 11, Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) will host his next veterans assistance day in his district office in Lower Macungie. During these special hours, veterans can meet with an outreach specialist from the American Legion to have their questions answered about benefits and services they have earned.

Protecting the Identity of You and Your Child - By Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks)

Apr. 05, 2018 /

Identity theft doesn’t only happen to adults with credit cards and bank accounts – it is also happening to children. The Federal Trade Commission has noted that identity thieves deliberately capture the Social Security number of a child in order to obtain employment; apply for government benefits, car loans and mortgages; and open new accounts. Stealing the identity of children is a growing trend because no one thinks to check the credit records of a child.

Mackenzie to Host Veterans Assistance Hours April 13

Mar. 22, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) will host his next veterans assistance day on Friday, April 13, in his district office in Lower Macungie. During these special hours, veterans can meet with an outreach specialist from the American Legion to have their questions answered about benefits and services they have earned.

Are You Owed Unclaimed Property?

Mar. 20, 2018 /

The Pennsylvania Treasury Department is currently holding more than $3.2 billion in unclaimed property, with about one in 10 residents eligible to recoup that property. And one of those individuals could be you. In fact, in 2013, our office helped one local person claim $577,662 that was in a mutual fund held by his mother, who passed away in 2003.

March Veterans Assistance Hours to be Held March 9, Says Mackenzie

Feb. 22, 2018 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Berks) will hold his next assistance day for veterans on Friday, March 9, in his district office in Lower Macungie. During these special hours, veterans can meet with an outreach specialist from the American Legion to have their questions answered about benefits and services they have earned.