York County News

Rep. Lloyd Smucker, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Pennsylvania's 11th district, has shared several updates through his social media platform. Smucker, who succeeded Joe Pitts in 2017 and previously served in the Pennsylvania Senate from 2009 to 2016, posted a series of tweets covering legislative achievements and notable confirmations.

On January 29, 2025, Rep. Lloyd Smucker expressed gratitude towards his colleagues for their efforts on the Laken Riley Act. He acknowledged Rep. Mike Collins and Sen. Katie Britt for their roles in introducing and advancing the legislation. Additionally, he thanked President Biden for signing it into law, emphasizing its importance for community protection and national border security. "A big thank you to my colleague @RepMikeCollins and @SenKatieBritt for introducing and advancing the Laken Riley Act. Thank you @POTUS for signing this legislation into law to protect our communities and for your swift action to secure our nation’s borders."

Later that day, Smucker congratulated Lee Zeldin on his confirmation as the new EPA Administrator. Zeldin is a former House colleague of Smucker's, reflecting mutual support within congressional circles."Congratulations to my former House colleague @LeeMZeldin on being confirmed as the next EPA Administrator!"

In another tweet dated January 30, 2025, Smucker honored Harold "Bud" Pressel as a hero of World War II who was recently awarded a Purple Heart during a ceremony recognizing his service when his B-24 Liberator was downed by enemy fire in February 1945."Harold 'Bud' Pressel is a hero and truly a member of the Greatest Generation...today he received his Purple Heart Award during a ceremony at..."