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Jennifer Lau Harrisburg, PA
Dear Jennifer Lau,
I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect.
Sincerely, wendy mayurnick 76 main street peckville, PA 18452
Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539
From: [email protected] nfcOtJVtLJ Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 2:29 PM
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Dear IRRC mailbox,
I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect.
Sincerely, Michelle Siegler 1749 Hemlock Road Lancaster, PA 17603
Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Katie True Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539
From: [email protected] Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 4:19 PM
Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations^* "•** "S3" IRRC mailbox
Dear IRRC mailbox,
I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect.
Sincerely, Sharon Cody 1409 Hillcrest Road Lancaster, PA 17603
Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Katie True Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau [email protected] RbCEIVkU Friday, March 28, 2008 2:29 PM
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IRRC mailbox
Dear IRRC mailbox,
I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect.
Sincerely, M. Scott Brady 559 Wood Duck Dr. Manheim, PA 17545
Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 3539
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IRRC mailbox
Dear IRRC mailbox,
I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect.
Sincerely, Kathy Manning 12 Buttonwood Dr. Lititz, PA 17543
Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539
From: [email protected] RtOclvtLJ Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 2:29 PM
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IRRC mailbox
Dear IRRC mailbox,
I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect.
Sincerely, Michelle Siegler 1749 Hemlock Road Lancaster, PA 17603
Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Katie True Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539
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IRRC mailbox
Dear IRRC mailbox,
I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect.
Sincerely, Maddy Mails 10700 Jamison Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19116
Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539
Lji_f '(-;\/H ) From: [email protected] ' lUUL.! IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Andrea Miller 2330 Kensington St Harrisburg, PA 17104 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 LJf-f "I— I\/1— I ) From: [email protected] « %L_\VL_I v I—L-/ Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 8:51 PM To: IRRC -jl«o M|.p 90 «« jf> «fl Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations iWo twlt -° fcJ *a' *lU IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cherie Crosby 1811 North Hills Drive Norristown, PA 19104 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 [email protected] RECEIVfcD Thursday, March 27, 2008 9:28 PM To: " mNAR 28 AM BSD Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Constance Meginnis 529 Donna Drive Erie, PA 16509 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 8:51 PM *mo %%% %8 j& |& gg To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mmaN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jo Pepper 624 Devon Road Camp Hill, PA 17011 Senator Vincent Hughes Senator Patricia Vance Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RFOFf\/Pn Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 6:23 PM L~- K~J [~> V L_ U To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations HB8 H£R 28 Iff *f> « n Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jeanne Choplick RR 2 Box 2052 Dushore, PA 18614 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] htOtlVtL) Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 8:57 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ^* MAR 28 Iff 10* 40 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kimberly Wolfe 120 Parkway Blvd Kingston, PA 18704 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Senator Lisa Baker Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] HtutlvED Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 3:47 PM To: IRRC TIM W?7 PR % IS Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations iNnrmm REwm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Judy Fantini 139 Tanglewood Drive Valencia, PA 16059 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Jane Orie Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 3:47 PM To: IRRC #% # 2? PR % 14 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mmmmiAm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Barbara Bettleyon Mt. Carmel Area Elementary 820 State Highway Mt. Carmel, PA 17851 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau r 2539 From: [email protected] nCULlVLU Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 2:04 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations tw? !lfI L iNDEmMmmw acomm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, TO Whom It May Concern: I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Marjorie A. Wallace, Ed.D. Executive Director Northwest Tri-County IU5 252 Waterford Street Edinboro, PA 16412 Sincerely, Marjorie Wallace 252 Waterford St. Edinboro, PA 16412 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 nccavED From: [email protected] Sen,: Thursday, March 27,2008 12:36 PM ^ ^ „ ffl|! 50 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Caroline Owens 1413 Pelham Road Harrisburg, PA 17110 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Representative Susan Helm Jennifer Lau 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 7:22 AM « wp o] m !fl: ?fi To; IRRC fWoM&iZ/ w* %, - ^ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sue Ellen Masters po Box 24 Valley Forge, PA 19481 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 RECEIVED Sent:' We%sday*Barch26, 2008 5:31 PM ZQ& # %7 &* ^ ^- Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations wnOTf|)f|II RfWIAlOtfl IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Stacie Horvath 516 Main Street 3rd Floor Johnstown, PA 15901 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 PECEIX/Fn From: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 8:48 AM %88 (%R 27 # B 2 I To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations fV,n, rrAP¥ mmMSsm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Stacy Helton 1858 Fox Run Terrace Warrington, PA 18976 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 — .f-^r-iX CT^ From: [email protected] ' Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 3:36 PM «HI&21 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Patricia Johnson New Kensington-Arnold School District 255 Third Street New Kensington, PA 15068 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 RCCBVED From: [email protected] Sent: Thujday, March 27, 2008 8:48 AM fflB «R 27 «»2 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Gail Laskowski 126 Brook St Moscow, PA 18444 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Representative Ken Smith Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] flL--^ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 8:42 PM m # o | To: IRRC T##27 ^^" " Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Erika Frantz P.O. Box 353 5th ave. Martins Creek, PA 18063 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 Fmm: [email protected] nEL/L.IVtlL/ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:30 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2§8 M# 2? B 1> 2 I IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Lois Beck 40 Tinsel Road Levittown, PA 19056 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 6:34 AM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Linda Axworthy 808 Wedgewood Lake Drive Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 [email protected] RECEiVEl Wednesday, March 26, 2008 5:31 PM To: ' Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations # 27 22 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Karen Altares 126 Norrington Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15236 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] H t \J L~ lVi~U Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:30 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 251 MAR 2? AH # 22 MmmREmm wmaN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Donna DeShields 203 Emerald Lane Media, PA 19063 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 9539 From: [email protected] Rf^Ot iVL-LJ Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2008 9:34 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2fflS MAR "D W 10" 22 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Chasity Troup 320 E Market St York, PA 17403 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] HtudvED Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 4:26 PM To: IRRC -xMtM&P?? &M$%?3 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations to IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cheryl Canting 110 N. Lime St Lancaster, PA 17602 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] QPPFiX/FFl Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 8:42 PM RLuL_IVLU To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ^ „,„ «7 SM w> 9"3 iRRc ma«box wammm Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Joan Lewis 1070 Park Avenue Meadville, PA 16335 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Representative Brad Roae Jennifer Lau 2539 RFCEfVED From: [email protected] Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 3:36 PM 281 MAR 26 PM & 99 To: IRRC *' lt- Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ||nrrc(!,rvr.,,,.,„ #EW OOWON IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Patricia Johnson New Kensington-Arnold School District 255 Third Street New Kensington, PA 15068 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley ":. Representative Louise Bishop • Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RECEIVED Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 1:45 PM To: IRRC 2#KAR26 PR 3: 35 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations INmMRmWRy wcomsm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Merry Banner 18 Hill Street Manor, PA 15665 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RL-W — Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 2:11 PM To: IRRC 70)8 BAR 26 PR 3 35 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ""' IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Rosemary Crayosky 12145 Ash Lane Allensville, PA 17002 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] DC/^EZ \/PP) Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 11:28 AM ' tL_Vyl_ VLU To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 205 Pit 26 PR \- lf3 IRRC mailbox wcomgoN Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, William Bartle 1530 Amherst Court Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 Senator Vincent Hughes Senator Patricia Vance Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Rfc.V /ClVtlLJ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 11:28 AM To: IRRC ,,g Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ?§S WAR 26 Pil l: 4Z nmwmmmTW mmcwssm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Bruce F. Simmeth 3582 Brodhead Road Suite 205 Monaca, PA 15061 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] rftC^f" VFO Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:21 PM ' ' To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations MM MR 26 PM |: £|2 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tana Rinehart 501 Ash Street Stowe, PA 19464 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RFtit VfcL) Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:58 PM in_v~*u_ "— To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2# MAR 26 PH |: *$2 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sharon Scott Elwyn/SEEDS 4025 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 mt~( 'M\/;f~ i) From: [email protected] ' iL_wL-J V L_LV Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 11:59 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mM "w *° ™ s ^ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sally Fabian 129 Worthington Ave Doylestown, PA 18901 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Fl LlLv LZIV t—W Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:58 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations Z#8 I#R 26 PM l: fl2 RWGOMWmJ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, sharon enfield 234 underwood ave greensburg, PA 15601 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] REOFIVFD Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 10:55 AM v L~S~J To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 208 MAR 26 Pff }: if 2 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Laura Adams 2080 Washington Ave Lewisburg, PA 17837 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 Fmm: [email protected] HcCclVFr) Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 10:55 AM " Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 208 MAR 26 Pff |: fJ2 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Judith Woods 103 S.Yale Street York, PA 17403 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 [email protected] RECE! Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations?!! M# 26 II: 51 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jean Allison 1429 Grant Avenue Woodlyn, PA 19094 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] MCLylZI W CI_J Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care RegulatidfP %R 26 iJ ||: 51 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jen Lydic 1955 Upper ridge Rd Green Lane, PA 18054 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Senator Robert Wonderling Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RPOfcjv C-^ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 8:46 AM ' **— To: IRRC ., ci Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations %|# |# 26 RRU*-?' IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Holly Taylor 2320 Harrow Road Pittsburgh, PA 15241 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] PtPOF tVFD Sent: Tuesday, March 25,200810:10PM I^VUVLU To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations H ## 26 # f|: 5 j IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, gail landers 1 college ave PCT-CLC DIP 39 williamsport, PA 17701 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM To: IRRC if* MR 26 #^51 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care RegulatifiWi lim u IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Gretchen Crowe P.O. Box 383 Elizabethville, PA 17023 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Representative Susan Helm Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] rvtOtl VL-LLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations #8 M# 2& # l# 51 jmCWSSION IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ellen Smith 7549 Rosemary Road Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Jay Costa Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] nCUfclVfcU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 10:21 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations BBS MSR 2& ifl!:51 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Elaine May 2808 Westgate Dr. Easton, PA 18040 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Senator Robert Wonderling Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RFOFIVFD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM Ml-U To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations @g HMT26 AJMI: 52 rwcwssm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, [email protected] Sansone 115 E. Englewood Avenue Newcastle, PA 16105 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Rf-PFIVED Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:57 AM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mn um n, m «, eo gib nAK /.o **' '*" ^* IRRC mailbox (womssm Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Debora DeVaughn 1534 Mohican Street Philadelphia, PA 19126 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Leanna Washington Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 RECDVCD From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March25,20087:59PM ^# ^ %, % ;,:52 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, April Torrence 3177LONGVIEWRD HERMITAGE, PA 16148 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RPOF VFF) Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM ' ^^ ^ ^"^ To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 1® KR 26 IN If-52 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Corrine Decker PO Box 36 Furlong, PA 18925 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RPOPIVr D Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:59 PM ' VU-V-zt-i v »—^ To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ^ ^ 26 AH II* 53 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, colleen faustino small 3319 W. Penn Street Philadelphia, PA 19129 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Representative Jewell Williams Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 9539 From: [email protected] RfECEivfcLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 8:48 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations!® |#R 2& it it: 53 mwNfRwm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cindy Gilbert 508 Erie St Edinboro, PA 16412 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] .DCppft/Ln Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 11:59 AM ' IL_\_/LJ V L.LJ To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ?m9 f«P «?x ow *. m* ...it-itO Um\. £.\f lit i* Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Thelma Gary 7639 Wyndale Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19151 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 3539 From: [email protected][email protected] raTOCiX/CI Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:58 PM HCUCI VCI To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations , _, . ^ BWswmmE IRRC mailbox WW#SSK)N Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tamie Scalise 35 Robin Lea Lane Fleetwood, PA 19522 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 RFCEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM #8 #R 76 M I!• n i To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Denise Fesser 1801 East Main Street Waynesboro, PA 17268 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] ©O^C{\/CT"^ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 10:12 AM MLUL_I V L_W To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations jm mu oA mn*nA two HAK &O H»1 II* H© IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Vanessa Tercero 5221 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RFOF VIED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 9:55 PM • u-wi-. _; To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2iS filH 24 ffl W 46 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Terry Thoman 6525 Jefferson Ct Bensalem, PA 19020 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] I ti_ui_ivuw Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM To: 'RRC 2&8B&R26 ##46 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ' um#0N IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tracey Spear 2226 South Braddock Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15218 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Jay Costa Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] flClvyLll V CLJ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 10:12 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2SS MAR 26 IS it* 47 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tina Carter 31 West 10th Street Erie, PA 16501 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Representative Patrick Harkins Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] r^r-/-\r~iWF~r"\ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:12 AM WfM .HVfctJ To: IRRC ' VL~vy— u~ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 26 &H:S7 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sue Hoxworth 1693 Weaver Way Lancaster, PA 17603 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Katie True Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] HECEfvE Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 8:23 PM To: iRRC 288 #R 3& & H" %? Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Susan Rhoads 101 College Drive Pottstown, PA 19464 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] PIECE.I VcO Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations^ K# 26 # \\" 48 ^ WmmmMm ^ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Alyza Commareri 1839 Lincoln Ave. Northampton, PA 18067 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Julie Harhart Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] rltHL/D! V tU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 10:21 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations #8 M# 26 B Jl: ™ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Michele Angotti 2821 Woodstock Road Chambersburg, PA 17201 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] n£OtlVtL) Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations iiS #R 26 j* i!: # IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, \ Marian 4990 Chelsea Drive Bethlehem, PA 18020 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau From: [email protected] rlp(!PI\/FP) Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:05 AM ' Vl-V W V **-y To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2# H$ 26 #' ||t #| IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Carol Sabersky 300 Harvard Avenue Swarthmore, PA 19081 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] FIF'C jFIVr O Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:14 AM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2§S HIR 26 # f}: #8 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ruth Hamm 3811 Route 908 Natrona Heights, PA 15065 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] OLlL/Ci VCLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 10:28 PM To: IRRC 78R M# 26 jtt'f'f: 59 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations imo Hm £ m" h7 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Richard Jones 1898 Port Matilda Hwy Philipsburg, PA 16866 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM %# M# 26 fig $r #9 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ^. «r?% McowmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Robyn Lee 963 Barnside Road Allentown, PA 18103 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] 0ppO\ fCr\ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 9:21 PM FICOCIVCU To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations «*,«,*.*/ ,s „. ,.« DM Rftn. Z© Ao If* 47 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ricky Pfeifer 49 Hitchcock Lane Glen Mills, PA 19342 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] REGLIVtO Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 8:46 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations?® flftR t& IS II- A? IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Betty Holsopple 69 South Penn Street Manheim, PA 17545 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] fiClC/CrvOJ Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 8:13 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ® ^ 26 ffl H* $9 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, cindy Sherman 7136 gtliespie st phila, PA 19135 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] fKZlv tl IV iZ U Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 5:58 AM To: IRRC 3{M HAD o/ «« II- no Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mm am io An H- 47 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, James Nelson 1458 Rt 6 west Roulette, PA 16746 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Joseph Scamati Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Flt-UO VCU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM To: IRRC •mm Mto ox m* ti- na Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ZttM> IWIH z° "" H" H7 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Marilyn Roseman 7373 Admiral Perry Highway Cresson, PA 16630 Senator Vincent Hughes Senator Ted Erickson 2539 From: [email protected] MkuENEG Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 12:05 AM To: IRRC _m #*n 96 & & 49 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care, RefffiatBrc- -mar r IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Mandy Crazier 10938 Templeton Drive Templeton Drive Philadelphia, PA 19154 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RCL/LJv fcU Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 10:12 AM To: IRRC ms mn */ .. ,, rn Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations lU0 vm lb «B II- 50 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Mara Krotec 102 Hodil Terrace Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:59 PM 211 M# 26 # #: 50 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mrmM IRRC mailbox ' ^1%#: Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Mary Ann Bentz 733 N. Penna. Ave. Yardley, PA 19067 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Rf OF VED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 9:11 PM ' tL-u To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulating %%# 26 M ll: 51 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Laura Hudson 3 Eaton Court Newtown, PA 18940 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 ncoavED [email protected] Wednesday, March 26, 2008 8:13 AM To: m%6 mm Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Michele Knoll 157 Toms Run Rd Pgh, PA 15237 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RECEfVfcu) Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations %# MAR 26 flJfl:50 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kay Jerald 2425North Hills Dr. Williamsport, PA 17701 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, Manch25, 20087:14 PM ^^ 26 &%: Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kim McClure 138 N. Mary St. Lancaster, PA 17603 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] * *:-«—v>«—' v L_Ly Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:57 AM To: IRRC 9mQ Hgj o/ « «. ci Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulationsm} im * m "* J IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kayti Smith 412 Westmoreland Street Belle Vernon, PA 15012 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] RECEIVED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 9:28 PM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulation^ ## 26 H H"- 51 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jennifer Dippold P.O. Box 599 St. Marys, PA 15857 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Joseph Scarnati Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau From: [email protected] MlZLv CI VtZU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 21S MIR 26 if ll: 53 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, anita street 700veroncia drive pennhills, PA 15235 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] PIFOP !\/PFl Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 9:00 AM ! U_ W L_ fVLU To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2© fiR 2 • IKMOWftaitfiW Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Barbara Jo Weaver 3270 Silver Crest Road Nazareth, PA 18064 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 7:14 PM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRCmailbox ' ^ R»CO#S$W * Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations in general have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research; they serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I stromgly ask you to support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Donna Bartman 541 North Reading Avenue New Berlinville, PA 19545 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Carole Rubley Representative Louise Bishop Senator Ted Erickson Jennifer Lau 2539 From: [email protected] ncOtlvCLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:26 PM 'O: IRRC «mm w*« oc OB It. it I Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations^™ RWt ID ffi 4- 40 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Marsha Brubaker 1925ShilohDr York, PA 17408 Senator Vincent Hughes Representative Beverly Mackereth Senator Ted Erickson 2539 [email protected] Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:30 PM ,, IRRC 4 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Roxie Nestlerode 746 Tussey Lane State College, PA 16801 Senator Vincent Hughes Senator Ted Erickson 2539 nccEiv/Fn From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:26 PM mm «-c e* % 48 To: IRRC 1»« «* & Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cindy Wolfe P.O. Box 172 Harrison City, PA 15636 Senator Vincent Hughes Senator Ted Erickson 2539 RFOFIVED From: [email protected] , , Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:30 PM liS IIR 25 PH *F 40 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Reg IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, wendy mayurnick 76 main street peckville, PA 18452 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:26 PM ?f)g MffJ 05 DM H- H A To: IRRC £J m 4" q° Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Vi Prisuta 2020 Beaver Ave.Suite206 Monaca, PA 15061 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:26 PM „, ,, ,. 7 To: IRRC %B8 MAR 25 f% % 4' Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Mary Ann Devlin 420 University Drive Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Young blood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] wECL/CfVCU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:30 PM To= 'RRC %B8 MAR 25 (% * 47 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mm&& IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kelly Riley 704 Alison Ave. Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] nfcOfclVttJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:30 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations : 2# #R 25 PM 4= #7 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Erica Genuardi 1065 Carriage Lane Blue Bell, PA 19422 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] DCOCJY/CPl Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 4:26 PM nLl/L I V L_U To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations m tflD or m „. ii7 Zum nAn Z 3 rn 4* 4 / IRRCmailbox ### ' Dear IRRC mailbox, 1 am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Donna Couchenour 411 Lurgan Avenue Shippensburg, PA 17257 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] *—* VCU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:44 PM To: IRRC 28B|#2S PN > ,/ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations '" ^ '" "SSife IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Natalye Delegal 504 North 34th Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECOS/CD From: [email protected] Sen,: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:44 PM ^^POU Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Suzanne Henning 3527 Countryside Lane Camp Hill, PA 17011 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RFCIFIVFD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:44 PM i H-WUI To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2iS IttR 25 H 3: I 6 mommoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sara Bosley 1689 Long Drive York, PA 17406 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] EDCr^r~f\ /r—T-\ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:44 PM HfcU h VH i To: IRRC ~ v ]—LJ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2# MAR 25 PH ) |6 Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jocelyn Kreig 3701 Lawrence Ave Moosic, PA 18507 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 nrocivED From: [email protected] 727* Tuesday, March25,20082:24PM %BSMAR25 PN 2 34 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992.? The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more.?? I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tamaralyn Wilson CrossPoint Christian Childcare Center 430 Colonial Rd Harrisburg, PA 17109 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MtUtlVfcU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:22 PM To: IRRC nffto M*f) 25 p| 2: 3*1 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tarthan Jackson 5607 Broad Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] nCLwLJ V LLLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:26 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care ReguitfP-0'- L IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Susana Fattorini 4300 Larchwood Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19104 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 .. v y4*W"4«*#** From: [email protected] M CA_/ CIV C. LJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:21 PM To: IRRC ^m@ wan me RM O- "3M Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations (Mi nuft £J ril A- 54 BEwcmm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Linda Zuschlag 60 Shenango Street Greenville, PA 16125 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 " REGRfwM} From: [email protected] it~wu.-i v LLV Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:24 PM To: IRRC 2# BAR 25 PH 3% 34 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations Hmmwr" n wcoww IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sheila Clites 712 Walnut Hill Road Dilliner, PA 15327 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] nCOOVLLU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:20 PM To: IRRC jm PS 75 PM ?: 1$ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations "-<•»•**-' ™ ^ ^ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ruby Michetti Shamokin Area School District 2000 West State Street Coal Township, PA 17866 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcilvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HtUttvED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:20 PM To: IRRG %mM&R25 PM 2 35 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations aa0 imn IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Paula Thornbloom 702 Hall Rd. Julian, PA 16844 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:24 PM 2SS MAR 25 PN 2* 35 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, LaNita Miller 49 North Maple Ave Leola, PA 17540 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:22 PM 2flJ§ $$R 25 PH 2: 35 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations Mmmmm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jennifer Michaels 740 W. Foster Avenue State College, PA 16801 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] ntbCIVCU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:28 PM T°= 'RRC -Mm MBit 25 pa % 35 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care RegulattoTO m coimoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, John Mattie 344 S. Aiken St. 2nd Moor Pittsburgh, PA 15232 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 ; RCGD'CD From: [email protected] ?r Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:19 PM m MM 25 PM 2= 35 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mmmm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jane Mahler 595 W. State Street Doylestown, PA 18901 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcilvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] FlLlv-/LJ V L-U Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:22 PM To: IRRC ?ffli MIf? 75 PH 2: "*6 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations* lim LJ mwRBmiun, IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ida h. page 2315 perry st. erie, PA 16503 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MCwC! VClW Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:24 PM T°: 'RRC 2WMAR25 PR ? %& Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations HWV LJ ni £ -® IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Heather Billman 295 Center School Road Elysburg, PA 17824 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2fff RFflFIX/FD From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:22 PM 218 MR 25 PN 3 36 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations iKirmayncwT per; | JTO EwcmmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Robert Everett 1110QuincyAve Dunmore, PA 18510 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] tn-uEfv'ED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:23 PM To: IRRC amRM&R25 PM % 36 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulafibff"mes "* ' IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Adrienne Jacoby 1207 Chestnut Street 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] REK yLJw! Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM To: IRRC • Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 218 MAR 25 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Eileen Zarski 144 S Maple St MtCarmel, PA 17851 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] R Fil F 1\/F Fl Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:25 PM HL.U.-IVL.U To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2$8 "H&R 25 PM 2: I 6 EPDMfBW WGOMWSSION IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Wallace Tobin 409 McCabe Drive Greensburg, PA 15601 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] rvrnrH /r~T\ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:59 AM rit U11VfcU To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox MOOimm Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Bill Hlavacek 706 Wilson Ct DicksonCity, PA 18519 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] • tL-LwLJ Yt(_J Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:01 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations"® WAR 25 PR 2 16 wmwoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Erica Heller 30 south Linden St. Manheim, PA 17545 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] 7m m Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM luh mH 25 W % i / To: IRRC (0 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations §ffPFM)fm KYVJI trr; IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Wendy Cave 15254 Cummings Road Mt. Union, PA 17066 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] nfc-L/LJ V CU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:00 PM To: IRRC ?mqi*&R75 PR 2 16 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulatfofisiif* £J ru IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tara Watts 1345 W 7th Street Chester, PA 19013 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] -*wm »«>••?S Pi ?: I 6 Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:28 PM W W« ^ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care RegulationsffMBi! IffSIMOBf ^W(%Mcvn? LL&''*m. IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Thea Tafner Elementary Principal 542 W Shamokin Street Trevorton, PA 17881 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MLIV^LJ V L-LJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:37 PM To: IRRC %ap pin ?< pw 9: (7 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulal5nsifWi LJ ' w maGmmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Traci Brunstetter 18 Hillside Ave Souderton, PA 18964 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MCL/ L_ I v L_L/ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:23 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations LhAi UhtX c llli IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Anne Martin Swede and Airy Streets Norristown, PA 19404 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] nCwClvCU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:28 PM T°: IRRG 2QBM&R75 M ?* (7 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations c' ? IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Lisa Loomis 700 South Main St. Taylor, PA 18517 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] litC El v ED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM To: IRRC 7#RA%25 PR 2 17 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations wcommN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Michele Nuss 36 Krols Lane Honesdale, PA 18431 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:30 PM ima mm OK a* o- $ 7 jToQ. : IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, 5930 Hamiltonn Blvd Suite 104 Wescosville, PA 18106 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RECtfvtD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:25 PM T°: 'RRC 28)8 M*R 715 m 7. 17 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ' " '" '* !/ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Margie Sebastian! 3601 Garrett Road Drexel Hill, PA 19026 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HtutivED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:33 PM To: IRRC _ _ am K&S 95 PMBt? Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care R IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Shana Smith 2825 S. 10th Ave. Altoona, PA 16601 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECOVCD From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:32 PM _ „. o ,? To: IRRC ?# M&R 25 PM % * / Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sandra Kaufmann 2828 Spear Ave Ardsley, PA 19038 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HtwOVtU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:37 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulation^ MAR 25 PM 2' ! 8 mgcoimiON IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Julie Brunner 1454 Bristol Drive South Park, PA 15129 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RFCjF VFl) Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:37 PM Ml~vuv *~t-/ To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 218 MIR 25 P8 2: I ( mmcmm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Richard Scaglione 303 Union Street Monongahela, PA 15063 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:25 PM To: IRRC W#%#T%(T PM O- \Q £iJ mm lJ m £ Q Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations » 'Jr IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Brenda Rios 1507 68THAVE. PHILADELPHIA, PA 19126 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HtwtlVfeLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:23 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2S8 HAt 25 PW 2' I 8 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Becky Miller 99 Highland Avenue Ephrata, PA 17522 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RECEIvtu Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM To: IRRC 2##R25 PR % 10 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations * lo BCOWu IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Pamela Blewitt 421 West Wayne Ave. Wayne, PA 19087 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] FlCOEj V UXJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations MS HftR 2 5 Pff 2: I S mmmmMTORf ^ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Nefertiti Bruce 444 Devereux Drive Philadelphia, PA 19805 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RFfflVFn From: [email protected] _ ,o Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:34 PM 2® t&R 25 Pil 2* 1 V To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Karima Prince 5144 Brown Street PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RfcCEfVED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2ffl8 MAR 25 Pft 2: I 9 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Michele Bossers 1126 Jackson St. Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HfcwtlVtlJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:00 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 208 MAR 25 PM 2 19 NEMBMR wcmmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cheryl Pierce 4323 Conrad Road Erie, PA 16510 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Getter Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 HtoElVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:30 PM _ To: IRRC %m*RR25 PR 2: I ? Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Re IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, meredith stahl 505 fitzwater street Philadelphia, PA 19147 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MCO.LIIV TZ.LJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:32 PM To: IRRC ?m# M# 9S PM 9- 19 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations*13 nm L3 m£ l7 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Sherry Wolfe 120 east manilla ave Pittsburgh, PA 15220 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MCL/ dl V L-L/ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:59 AM To: IRRC ?m@ W# ?S PM ?: 19 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations «J» ww t-J i« IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Marie Bonanni 72 Johnson Street Pittston, PA 18640 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HCwOVO-J Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:59 AM To: IRRC ->mo urn nc w 9: |? Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations £U8 Httft LJ '" IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Marj Hall-Petkosh 152 N. Pencraft Dr. Holtwood, PA 17532 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] KfcUtlVfcD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:30 PM To: iRRC 7msMAR25 PM 2 I? Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mri&v IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ellen Fischer 1386 Jefferson Street Hellertown, PA 18055 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RFOFIVED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:30 PM ' »L-^-"-1 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2IBS M# 25 ffl 2: I 9 mmmmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, lin bennett 729 w luzerne st phila, PA 19140 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MiLLwLll V LLLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:37 PM i To: IRRC m «*p JK pu o: or Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mM nm lJ ™ - £ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Linda Rainey 7717 Lakewood Dr. Fairview, PA 16415 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] R F(j F VF D Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM ^" "-^ To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 201 MAR 25 PM 2: 70 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Stephanie Phillips Town Hall Center 2400 Leechburg Road New Kensington, PA 15068 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MCL/iZI V L_L/ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:23 PM To: IRRC mQ „..« «c DM 0: 20 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations » »« iJ n« ^ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Linda Moles 208 Poplar Avenue New Paris, PA 15554 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] KtUhlVtD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:30 PM To: IRRC m*#25 PM2= Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Lisa Loom is 352 Main Street Forest City, PA 18421 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HKUtivED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:01 PM To: IRRC «P MR 75 ffl 2: 20 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations^©0 mn * IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Holly Lehmann 1909 Creek Hollow Lane Hershey, PA 17033 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Young blood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 39 From: [email protected] RBGFfVFiT) Sent: Tuesday, March 25,200811:58 AM " Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 208 ISf? 25 PH 2- ?C IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC #2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Lisa Colautti 7114 Card Lane PITTSBURGH, PA 15208 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MlZwO¥i_L/ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:23 PM To: IRRC omtJ um OS PM 0* Of) Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ma UM lJ m £' lu mmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Mary Armistead PO Box 25120 Philadelphia, PA 19147 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RECEIVtD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:33 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 211 MAR 25 ffl 2= 20 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kristie Hamilton 7718TuscaroraSt. Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] FitOtl V CLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:32 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2858 IttR 25 Pit £: /. * mmmREGmm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kathleen McGrady 1343 Sheridan Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:34 PM 288 ## 25 PM 3 2 I To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulationsgggg^^r RFH! I AW "mT(bmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, kirn jackson 1028EdgemoreRd Phila, PA 19107 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mclivaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] nCuLIVLlJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:26 PM T°: 'RRC 208BR25 PM 2 21 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations nmmmoN IRRC mailbox DearlRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kim Murtha 1215 Walnut Hill RD. Smithfield, PA 15478 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Marking Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RECEIVtD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:00 PM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2® WAR 25 PM 2* 2 Knew mcmmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Karen Guss 2408 Panama St Philadelphia, PA 19103 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RfEOfclVfcL) Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:25 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2iS WAR 25 PM 2: 2 I IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jennifer Wolford 251 S. Prince ST Carter %pa_address% MacRae School Lancaster, PA 17603 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HfcwtiVtLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:34 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 208 M# 25 PM 2: 2 I mwmmN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, Dear Patrick Harkins, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Julie Trohoske 420 West 6th St. Erie, PA 16507 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HfcUfciVfciD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:33 PM To: IRRC %mR#?5 PN 2 2i Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations iU "^ £J IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jennifer Norton 243 Bellvue Circle State College, PA 16803 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] hfcUfciVhD Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:26 PM T°: 'RRC 282 8 MAR 25 PM % 21 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jill McGough 3061 Pinehurst Avenu Pittsburgh, PA 15216 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Young blood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 ncccivcD From: [email protected] Sent Tuesday, March25,2008 12:00PM ^ ^^ I* 2 22 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Mary Ellen Errico 623 Chestnut Street Dunmore, PA 18512 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MCwclVCLv Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:57 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ® M# 25 Pft 2- 22 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Dianne Corvino St Francis Nursery School 1420 Ardleigh Circle West Chester, PA 19380 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 nCGDVCD From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:23 PM ,« m »r rm o, oo jo: IRRC oUq fimK IJ rn /* Za Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jennifer Berke Mercyhurst North East 16 West Division Street North East, PA 16428 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcilvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] tlCOtlVtLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:23 PM To: IRRC m «»*) «c mi «. «/j Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations &U5 RAK Z-> Kti /• LA .wmwsm IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Janmarie Brooks 413 Hood Boulevard Fairless Hills, PA, PA 19030 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] \ RtCEl V ED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:34 PM : Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 1S8 MR 25 PI 2> 22 wmmw IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Gabrielle Smith 171 Wlldflower Drive Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] FiL_LvL_l VCL/ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:57 AM To: IRRC ym u«v oc p» *y. ^ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations Lm um £J rn £' ll IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Dana Songer 301 Darrow Road Edinboro, PA 16412 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] RFCFIVED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:57 AM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 28$ HSR 25 rn 2: 2i mwmmN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Donna Piekarski 2561 E. Ontario Street Philadelphia, PA 19134 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne From: [email protected] MCL/ EZ (V EZL/ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:31 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 2io MIR 25 PM 2 22 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Kim Howell 870 Stratford Dr. State College, PA 16801 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 — nCGGVED • From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:28 PM «,0 SISO «c m O- 01 jo: IRRC » MAM /-> rn £• IS Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mGowmw IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ellen Jackson 119BrooksideRd. Newtown Square, PA 19073 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] tltwtlVCLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:26 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations 288 M 25 PM 2: 23 mmmmAKE mEwmam IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Diane Caviston 167 Washington St. Carbondale, PA 18407 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] HtlOtlVtlJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:59 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations #8 #R 25 PI1 2: 23 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Lynnette DeShields 1910 Lantern Lane Oreland,, PA 19075 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 25 From: [email protected] MCL/Lll Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:56 AM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations ^lo MR 25 Pff 2* 23 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Georgene DeFilippo 5389 South Pennsylvania Avenue Bethel Park, PA 15102 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] lltOtl VtU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:01 PM To: IRRC nmn y*p oc nu o. o"5 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations BM mm £J m L- 12 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Debi Nuttall 3442 Burtner Road Natrona Heights, PA 15065 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: dea5311 @yahoo.com Fit L/11V t LJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:58 AM To: IRRC -wpo »*n me pw o. 93 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations £dfc 1IM ZJ m i- u mgmmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Tameka Rice 104 Hamilton Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickerneli Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 PtECDVLU From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:01 PM _u o. gn To: IRRC TROB # 25 PM 6' 6^ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Denyel Cooper 319 Sycamore Street Altoona, PA 16602 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:56 AM %% #&R 75 PI! ?• 72 To: IRRC LvX> m Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations - mim IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cynthia Roberts 4330 Larchwood Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 200200,8' 12:31 PM ?## MAR ?5 P8 9: 24 To: IRRC "^ ' Subject: Suppor,y+t CnFor PknnAAChangePs +<-toi PDA OkilrChildJ <^*^rCarea DA/^RegulationI ll^tionsc IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Denise Cressman 99 Clinton Street Danville, PA 17821 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 ; FE6B From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:34 PM To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Catherine Prudhoe 452 Lake George Circle West Chester, PA 19382 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] ; FILL/LI VCLJ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:23 PM To: IRRC 288 MAR 25 I* 2= 24 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations \ IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Susan Bloom 2442 Montgomery Run Road Clearfield, PA 16830 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:56 AM 288-HAR25 PM 3 24 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Nancy Lombardo 1523 Village Rd. Clearfield, PA 16830 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RECEIVED From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2002 8 1:23 PM ?mo M»O oq OM 0- oa Toy : IRRC Lux ffrtix tJ rli £.• i.** Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cindy Austin 133 Perry Drive Ambridge, PA 15003 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 - RECEIVED ' From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 11:56 AM To: IRRC mm 25 PR 2 24 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulationmmmmms y mcomioN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Carole Bowser 1219 Fifth Avenue Ford City, PA 16226 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 ; RECDVCD From: [email protected] sen,: Tuesday, March 25,2008 11*7 AM ffl ^ ^ ffl ? ^ Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Jolie Cover 319 Sylvan Oaks Drive Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Getter Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne RECFiVED From: [email protected] __ rt_ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:33 PM 2838 ffiWt 25 PH 2- 25 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulation mmmoN IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Rebecca Belski 7822 National Pike Uniontown, PA 15401 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne From: [email protected] RfcL/fclVtU Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:30 PM Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations Hfl Bit 25 PM 2: 25 IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Bill Cockerill 1264 O'Neill Highway Dunmore, PA 18512 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] MLlLyCIV L_L/ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:25 PM To: IRRC nm@ MkU OR PM 9 95 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations «wW*; rR *' w WENmmATORf IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Andrew Jones 124 Roundtop Drive Lancaster, PA 17601 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 From: [email protected] BCf^Cfi /r~r\ Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:32 PM llCUCf VfcU To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations mQ m : ikh f$M ID PH 2 25 IRRC mailbox %s«r Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Cheryl Moss 477 South Oakland Avenue Sharon, PA 16146 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 2539 RFm\/m From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 1:28 PM 218 fftR 25 Pi 2" 25 To: IRRC Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Aubrey Keefer 116HuntsdaleCt. Harrisburg, PA 17110 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickernell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne 253S ^..^^^ From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:34 PM To: IRRC 3# M# 25 PM 2: 25 Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Ameldia Hall 5445 Rising Sun Avenue 22 South 22nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19120 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane One Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scamati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne RECOVLU From: [email protected] sentSent: Tuesdaymesaay, iviarcMarcnh zs,25, zvvv2008 rj1:344 PPMM _ _., - nc To: IRRC ##25 P* % ^* Subject: Support For Changes to PA Child Care Regulations •?• IRRC mailbox Dear IRRC mailbox, I am writing to express my support for the Department of Public Welfare's final child care facility regulations #14-506 (IRRC # 2539). The regulations have not been updated since 1992. The final regulations before you reflect current best practices and research and serve to protect the health and safety of an estimated 300,000 children in approximately 9,000 child care centers, group child care homes and family child care homes. The regulations update requirements regarding a number of important issues including, care in important areas such as SIDS prevention, playground safety, staff tuberculosis testing, removal of recalled toys, and more. I ask that you support the regulations so they can take effect. Sincerely, Andrew Edwards 6752 Alan Lane Fairview, PA 16417 Representative Katie True Senator Patricia Vance Representative Phyllis Mundy Representative Curtis Thomas Representative Julie Harhart Representative Frank Oliver Representative Rosita Youngblood Senator Leanna Washington Senator Jay Costa Senator Shirley Kitchen Senator Mary Jo White Senator Jane Orie Representative Steve Samuelson Senator Joseph Scarnati Representative Angel Cruz Representative Beverly Mackereth Representative Jewell Williams Representative David Hickemell Senator Robert Wonderling Representative Mike Gerber Senator Lisa Baker Representative Patrick Harkins Representative Brad Roae Representative Matthew Smith Representative Dan Moul Representative Bryan Cutler Representative RoseMarie Swanger Representative Susan Helm Representative Ken Smith Representative Frank Shimkus Representative Karen Boback Representative Eddie Pashinski Representative Rick Taylor Representative Thomas Murt Representative Barbara Mcllvaine Smith Representative Duane Milne