Punxsutawney Phil has spoken — six more weeks of winter! ❄️ 🧊 Cold weather can be tough, but help is available. If you’re struggling with heating bills, my office is here to assist with navigating programs, including PA’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

It was an honor to join Speaker Joanna McClinton in welcoming Davika and Christen, fourth year medical students at Penn State’s College of Medicine, to PA Capitol.

Due to extreme temperatures and road conditions, our office will open to constituents at 10 am on Thursday and Friday. Please drive safely and stay warm! ❄️☃️❄️

Out of an abundance of caution due to extreme temperatures, our office will open to constituents at 11am. We’ll be available by phone or email starting at 9am. Take precautions when starting your car safely in the cold and keep yourself warm!

Today, we remember the 6 million Jews and millions of others murdered during the Holocaust and reaffirm our enduring commitment to fight hatred and bigotry everywhere. May we never forget.

Due to inclement weather, our District Office and Snow Shoe Satellite Office will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, January 27. The District Office will open at 11:00 am. The Snow Shoe Satellite Office will open at 11:30 am.

The Property Tax and Rent Rebate (PTRR) and Low-Income Heating Assistance (LIHEAP) programs are now open! And we're here to help! We will be hosting a series of clinics across the district to walk you through the application process. To apply, please bring:

Due to inclement weather, our State College district office will be closed on Monday January 26th. If you need assistance, please call us at (814) 308- 0569 or email us at [email protected] as we will be working remotely.

Two things make us Americans. First is our belief in the self-evident truth that we are all created equal and are endowed with “certain unalienable Rights, among which are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness”.

In this edition ⬇ ✌️MLK Day of Service 🏠 Upcoming PTRR and LIHEAP Clinics 🛣 $1.66 Million Dollars in New Grants 🐄 PA Farm Show And much more! 🗞 Read here: www.pahouse.com/takac/EmailA...

Last week at the Farm Show, I joined Face the State (CBS 21) to talk about the importance of agriculture to Pennsylvania’s economy. We also discussed how the Legislature is looking to address the challenges facing rural communities, as well as the Ag Innovation Fund — a first-of-its-kind program

Due to inclement weather, our office will operate on a two hour delay on Thursday, January 22 and open at 11 AM. Enjoy the snow and drive safe! ❄️☃️

Proud to announce over $1.66 million in new funding for transportation, stormwater, and sewer investments across the 82nd District. These projects will make Calder Way safer for pedestrians and cyclists, improve local roads, and modernize water and sewer systems from the Bald Eagle Valley to the

What an incredible day of honoring Dr. King’s legacy of service and community. 💙 Thank you to everyone who came out yesterday for "A Legacy of Love: Serving with Purpose, Strengthening Families" alongside the YMCA of Centre County, Centre County Pearls, and First National Bank.

Join me tomorrow for “A Legacy of Love: Serving with Purpose, Strengthening Families,” a special MLK Day of Service in partnership with the YMCA of Centre County, Centre County Pearls , and First National Bank.

Our office will be closed on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you need assistance during this time, please leave us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Phone: 814-308-0569 Email: [email protected]

Join me for “A Legacy of Love: Serving with Purpose, Strengthening Families,” a special MLK Day of Service in partnership with the YMCA of Centre County, Centre County Pearls , and First National Bank.

🌿 ICYMI - Great news for Centre County! More than $518,000 in state funding is coming home to support conservation, outdoor education, and recreation projects.

Staying connected and available is critical to my job as your state representative. So in 2026, my team and I will continue to host mobile office hours in communities across the 82nd District — including Snow Shoe, Howard, and Milesburg — so you don’t have to travel far to get help or information.

Our latest newsletter is out! In this edition ⬇️ 🌟 New Year Resolutions ✊ MLK Day Event 🚦 Green-Light Go Award 🐄 PA Farm Show And much more! 🗞️ Read here: www.pahouse.com/takac/EmailA...

📢 As a new member of the State Board of Higher Education, I wanted to share that the draft statewide strategic plan for PA has been released for public comment — and your input matters!

💵 ❗ Happy to announce that over $500k in transportation funding is coming to College Township to support traffic signal upgrades at the high-volume intersection of Curtin Road and University Drive🚦 🚗

Join me for “A Legacy of Love: Serving with Purpose, Strengthening Families,” a special MLK Day of Service in partnership with the State College YMCA, Centre County Pearls of PA, and First National Bank.

Our office will be closed Wednesday-Friday. If you need assistance during this time, please leave us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. See you in 2026! 💫 Phone: 814-308-0569 Email: [email protected]

Merry Christmas! Wishing you peace, good health, and renewed hope in the year ahead. From my family and my team, we wish you a holiday filled with joy, warmth, and comfort 💫 🎄🎁

🚨Pennie open enrollment now closes on Wednesday, December 31! 🚨 Visit pennie.com for more information or call my district office at (814) 308-0569 for assistance

Our office will be closed on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday in observance of Christmas. If you need assistance during this time, please leave us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Phone: 814-308-0569 Email: [email protected]

In this edition ⬇️ 🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 📦 Blessing Boxes 💵 New Grant Funding Announced 💫 Looking back on 2025 And much more! 🗞️ Read here: www.pahouse.net/takac/EmailA...

Our office will be closed on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday in observance of Christmas. If you need assistance during this time, please leave us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Phone: 814-308-0569 Email: [email protected]

Thanks to the generosity of our community, my amazing team, and our incredible partners at the YMCA of Centre County, our second food drive of the season has helped provide over 80 more Blessing Boxes in the State College area.

I’m proud to share that I’ve helped secure more than $1.2 million in state funding to support local projects across District 82. These investments mean safer roads, stronger emergency services, improved trails, and upgraded equipment for our municipalities and volunteer responders.

Hanukkah Sameach! Wishing all who celebrate a Happy Hanukkah filled with light and joy. In the shadow of today’s appalling attack in Bondi Beach, may we never lose faith that Light will always triumph over darkness. And may the memories of all those lost be a blessing.

Proud to announce that over $2 million in grant funding is coming to Centre County! These critical investments will help support and expand vital programs and services right here at home — from juvenile justice and violence prevention efforts to enhanced drug treatment and victim‑support programs.

❄🎄Last day to drop off donations for our Holiday Food Drive! ❄🎄 Our District Office is located at 216 W Hamilton Ave, State College. Open Monday- Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM If you have any questions, call us at (814) 308-0569!

🚨IMPORTANT REMINDER🚨 Pennie open enrollment closes on Monday, December 15th! Visit pennie.com for more information or call my district office at (814) 308-0569 for assistance.

On Friday, I was honored to present a PA House Citation to Denise Sticha in recognition of her many contributions and years of dedicated service to the Centre County Historical Library and Museum.

Due to inclement weather, our office will operate on a two hour delay today and open at 11 AM. Enjoy the snow and drive safe! ❄️☃️

Our latest e-newsletter is out! In this edition ⬇️ 🎄 Hometown Holidays 🫂 Supporting Neighbors 🌟 Campus Q&A 📦 Holiday Blessing Boxes And much more! 🗞️ Read here: www.pahouse.com/takac/EmailA...

Check out our 2025 District Office Wrapped!

We are proud to again partner with YMCA of Centre County to distribute Blessing Boxes filled with holiday food. To sign up for a free box in the State College area, call us at (814) 308-0569 or visit our district office in State College. And help us spread the word!

Great conversation with Penn State students at our third Talk with Takac event! 🐾 🧑‍🎓 I really appreciated the great turnout (especially as we approach finals!) - and of course the opportunity to talk with students about the things that matter most to them.

I’m truly honored to have been appointed to the PA State Board of Higher Ed. College changed my life, and I’m excited to bring my experience to this work—expanding access, bringing down costs, and supporting our colleges & universities so every Pennsylvanian has the chance to learn, grow, and thrive

❄️ 🌲 Our Holiday Food Drive begins today! We're excited to partner with the YMCA of Centre County for our second Food Drive. Help us collect canned and shelf-stable food for Holiday Blessing Boxes.

I am always impressed by the generosity of our community. Thank you to Amazon for much-needed donations to Housing Transitions for those facing housing insecurity. I’m proud to represent a community that always steps up and am thankful for all who make a difference here in Centre County 🏠 🎁

❄️❗️Stay safe this winter ❗️❄️ Get the latest on road conditions at 511PA.com. Sign up to receive personalized travel alerts and conditions on your regular routes.

“Due to inclement weather, our State College district office will be closed today, Tuesday December 2. If you need assistance please call and leave a message at (814) 308- 0569 or email us at [email protected] and we will contact you when our office reopens at 9 am on Wednesday, December 3.”

Calling all Penn State University Park students! Join me for another Talk with Takac event Wednesday in the Lions Lair (Room 008) at the HUB-Robeson Center!

I’m proud to share that this year’s state budget includes a $25 million investment in Solar for Schools. This is a smart, forward-thinking initiative that will help schools across Pennsylvania reduce energy costs, save taxpayer dollars, protect our environment, and support good-paying jobs.

🍂 🦃 As we look back on the past year, I’m filled with gratitude for the talented, hardworking members of my team. Their dedication makes such a tremendous difference in the lives of people across Centre County. Wishing everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving filled with family, and friends, and joy.

Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it. Thanks to the generosity of our community, my amazing team, and our incredible partners at the YMCA of Centre County, our inaugural food drive helped provide over 600 Blessing Boxes this Thanksgiving.