State Representative
U.S. POSTAGE
Bill Adolph
Spring 2010
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
I hope this issue of my legislative
newsletter finds you well. As you will
read in this update, there are some very
important issues being discussed at this
time in Harrisburg, all of which are very
important to our community and daily lives.
Governor Rendell has unveiled his state
budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2010-11.
The details of this plan, as well as my
thoughts on it, are discussed inside. This
issue also touches upon upcoming events,
local happenings and information on
services available to you.
As always, my staff and I are here to
assist you. Please feel free to contact us or
stop by my office with your questions and
concerns.
Best Wishes
Proudly Serving the 165th Legislative District
PRSRT STD
PAID
HARRISBURG, PA
PERMIT NO. 529
Representative Adolph Elected
House Appropriations Committee Chairman
In late January, my colleagues in the House Republican Caucus elected
me to serve as Chairman of the House Appropria�ons Commi�ee. In this
new role as a member of leadership, I will be charged with represen�ng
our caucus at the state budget nego�a�ng table and will oversee legisla�ve
ma�ers that would have a fiscal impact on the state.
It was a great honor for me to be elected to this new role. While I am very
proud to have been chosen as a member of House leadership, I recognize
this posi�on will also pose an array of new challenges as the state works
through these difficult economic �mes.
Pennsylvania is facing a historic recession, the likes of which have not
been seen since the Great Depression. State revenues con�nue to lag and
the job market remains vola�le, as unemployment rates loom in the 9
percent range.
Going into the 2010-11 fiscal year, my colleagues and I will work to
address each of these obstacles in our efforts to cra� a responsible and
affordable state budget that effec�vely addresses Pennsylvania’s needs.
Representa�ve Bill Adolph
(standing, far right) joined the
House Republican Leadership
team in January when he was
elected Appropria�ons Commi�ee
Chairman. Pictured with Adolph
are (seated from le�) Rep. Mike
Turzai, Republican Whip; Rep. Sam
Smith, Republican Leader; Rep.
Sandy Major, Caucus Chairman;
(standing le� to right) Rep. Jerry
Stern, Caucus Secretary; Rep.
Stan Saylor, Policy Commi�ee
Chairman; and Rep. Merle Phillips,
Caucus Administrator.
 Governor Rendell Unveils
$29 Billion State Budget
In early February, Governor Rendell presented the
people of Pennsylvania with his budget proposal for the
2010-11 fiscal year. The $29 billion plan has generated a
great deal of concern from lawmakers and taxpayers alike,
as many have ques�oned its affordability and long-term
impact on the state.
Despite facing a projected $525 million revenue shor�all
in the currentt year
year, the governor’s budget would increase
spending by more than $1.2 billion in 2010-11. Essen�ally
ally,
he is proposing we spend more at a �me when the state
has less.
Many believe this level of new spending in today’s
economy will only compound our exis�ng fiscal problems
and create future budgetary challenges.
Much of the governor’s proposed spending increase will
be supported by temporary federal s�mulus dollars. All
told, the plan relies on $2.7 billion in s�mulus funds, of
which $850 million has yet to be approved by Congress.
These funds have been at the center of ques�ons related
to the proposal and its stability.
First, without approval in Washington to authorize this
new money, the Rendell Budget proposal would yield
a near billion-dollar funding hole. Pennsylvania cannot
afford to balance a budget on revenues that are currently
non-existent. Furthermore, exis�ng s�mulus funds will
be exhausted a�er 2010-11; therefore, the more they are
depended upon to increase spending in the coming year,
the greater the state’s funding gap grows in 2011-12.
The governor did offer a plan to help address the state’s
future fiscal concerns through the crea�on of a proposed
S�mulus Transi�on Reserve Fund. Unfortunately, this plan
consists of a billion-dollar-plus tax increase over the next
two years.
The concept of this fund would be to generate new
revenues to help the state address the loss of s�mulus
funds and the looming pension spike.
The most notable point of this proposal would be a
move to lower the state’s exis�ng sales tax to 4 percent,
Total Spending: $29.02 Billion
- $1.2 Billion Increase
Major Spending Increases:
- Public Welfare
- Basic Education
- Corrections
- Debt Service
New Taxes: Stimulus Transition Reserve Fund
- Sales Tax Expansion
- Natural Gas Severance Tax
- Smokeless Tobacco Tax
- Business Taxes (Combined Reporting)
- Eliminate Vendor Discount on Sales Tax
Concerns
- Unaffordable Spending
- Relies on Yet-to-be-Approved Revenue
- Proposed Tax Increases
but remove 74 items and services that are currently tax
exempt. Among the items and services that would be
taxed under the governor’s new plan are non-prescrip�on
drugs, professional services, residen�al electric and
hea�ng fuel and personal hygiene products.
Given our proximity to Delaware, which does not
impose a sales tax, expanding Pennsylvania’s sales tax
could have a nega�ve impact on our local businesses.
Addi�onally, the idea of further taxing consumers in
today’s economic climate is counterproduc�ve to the
state’s recovery efforts.
While there is s�ll much nego�a�ng to be done rela�ve
to the state budget, the Rendell plan as a whole is – in my
opinion – too costly.
Like families and businesses are doing during these
tough economic �mes, we need to enact a budget based
on what is affordable. Through controlled spending and
responsible fiscal management, we can help Pennsylvania
create a climate that promotes its economic recovery.
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 Parents and Students:
We are Here to Answer Your Financial Aid Questions
This is the �me of year when students and parents are
preparing for life beyond high school. For those who intend to
pursue a higher educa�on, it is important to have a plan to fund
the next step.

There is no doubt that financing higher educa�on can be an

overwhelming and some�mes confusing process. However, there
are resources available to help navigate the financial-aid process
and provide support for those who have ques�ons or concerns.

For local families and students who may be in need of assistance,

please know that my office can help in comple�ng student loan
applica�ons and offer addi�onal informa�on and resources to
guide you through the process. If you have ques�ons or would like
more informa�on, please contact my office at 610-544-9878 or
visit my Web site.
Representa�ve Adolph, who serves as Chairman of
the Pennsylvania Higher Educa�on Assistance Agency
(PHEAA) Board of Directors, recently sponsored an
informa�onal seminar on college financial aid for parents
and students at Cardinal O’Hara High School.

Transportation News Important Breast Cancer

Blue Route Ramp Meters
PennDOT recently announced it would once again
ac�vate ramp meters at the on-ramps to the Blue
Route from several loca�ons in Delaware County. The
first ramps expected to see the new meters are those
located at MacDade Boulevard, Bal�more Pike and
Route 1. According to PennDOT, other ramp meters will
be ac�vated along the Blue Route through the month
of March.
Screening Event
Breast cancer is one of the most common and
serious forms of cancer in women. The American
Cancer Society reports that nearly 193,000 new
cases of invasive breast cancer were found in 2009.
Fortunately, thanks to research and preven�on,
there are more than 2.5 million breast cancer
survivors in America.

Given the problems rela�ng to traffic backups and
conges�on that resulted from the original meters
over the last several years, I expressed my concerns
to PennDOT on this decision during a recent budget
hearing. It is my hope that the new meters will be
more effec�ve for motorists.
If residents in our community have problems or
concerns with these new ramp meters, please contact
my office, as we intend to keep a close eye on the
situa�on to ensure our highways and roads remain
safe and convenient.
To help women in our community con�nue to
proac�vely fight this disease, Fox Chase Cancer
Center will bring its Mobile Mammography Van to
the Springfield Country Club on May 14 to provide
breast cancer screenings.
Space is limited, and those interested in taking
advantage of this service must register ahead of
�me. Certain screening requirements do apply. For
more informa�on, please contact my office at 610-
544-9878 or visit my Web site.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Beginning at 9 a.m.

Springfield Country Club

400 W. Sproul Road
Springfield, PA 19064

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 Valley Forge Military College Kicks Off
Legislative Appointment Initiative Program
Valley Forge Military College (VFMC) is among the most well-
respected and accredited ins�tu�ons of its kind. As residents of
Southeastern Pennsylvania, we are fortunate to have this local asset
in our community.

In an effort to extend premier educa�onal opportuni�es to more

young men and women, VFMC recently adopted a new program
called the Legisla�ve Appointment Ini�a�ve Program. As supported
through House Resolu�on 565, the program will enable state
lawmakers to form selec�on commi�ees that will annually appoint
one person to the college’s freshman class.

I am currently in the process of forming a commi�ee to help
oversee the selec�on process in naming a local appointee to the
college. I believe this will present a great opportunity to students
across the state and in our community, and I am pleased to support
the program and VFMC.
Representa�ve Adolph was among several state lawmakers
who joined VFMC in February to support the new legisla�ve
appointment program. Pictured above with Representa�ve
Adolph are Cadet Sergeants Alexandra Wade and Jena Presley,
both of whom are scheduled to a�end the United States Military
Academy at West Point.

Local Police Chiefs Visit State Capitol

Earlier this month, police chiefs from all across Delaware County came to the
state Capitol in Harrisburg to a�end a mee�ng of the Municipal Police Officer
Educa�on Training Commission. The chiefs met with me and several other area
lawmakers to discuss ways the state may be able to improve and enhance the
training process for municipal police officers.

To help with this effort, I recently added my support to a $250,000 grant

applica�on prepared by the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Associa�on. The grant
request submi�ed to The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
would provide funding for a pilot on-line training program for municipal officers
statewide. The grant was approved by the commission on March 10.
Among the local police chiefs who visited the Capitol and met with Representa�ve Adolph earlier
this month were (pictured from le� to right) Chief Joseph Daly, Springfield Township; Chief Tom
Murray, Marple Township; and Chief Eugene Guarnere, Morton Borough.

STATE REPRESENTATIVE
BILL ADOLPH
House Appropriations Committee Chairman

District Office Capitol Office

920 West Sproul Road 245 Main Capitol
Springfield PA 19064 Harrisburg, PA 17120
(610) 544-9878 (717) 787-1248
E-mail: wadolph@pahousegop.com

165th Legisla�ve District