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Legislator Spotlight:  State Sen. Mike Regan

3/11/2021

 
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What are your top three legislative priorities in 2021?  I spent over two decades with the United States Marshals Service, so protecting Pennsylvanians and their communities is my top priority. I have legislation in the works to toughen penalties for those trafficking the lethal drug fentanyl and for those who trespass and vandalize critical infrastructure in the commonwealth. I also continue to be committed to making sure our schools are safe and secure. 

What are the important issues facing your district?  My district as well as the rest of Pennsylvania has suffered greatly over the last year due to the COVID pandemic and specifically the negative effects caused by the heavy hand of government. I hear from small business owners every day who are struggling, and we are fighting to make a friendlier tax environment for them and provide assistance where we can.

Where do you shop locally for food? My family and I shop at several different grocery stores and markets locally: Wegmans, Karns, Weis, but primarily we shop at Giant.
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What is your favorite vacation destination, and why?  My favorite place to vacation is Stone Harbor, New Jersey. I have been going on family vacations to Stone Harbor since I was a kid, and now every summer my wife and I take our children.

What are the biggest challenges for grocers in your district? Like many industries, grocers have faced a series of challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, such as worker safety, product inventory, sanitization practices, changing and reducing store hours and now distributing vaccines.

What are your biggest challenges and successes as a legislator? The biggest challenge is trying to build a consensus in a state that has such diverse views. The biggest successes I’ve had as a legislator are the passing of Peyton’s Law, the increase and expansion of school safety, welfare reform and the legalization of medical marijuana.

What is your favorite food or meal to cook? There is nothing like firing up the grill, throwing on some burgers and having a family meal on a nice summer day. 

What do you like to do for fun? Spending time with my family and friends is at the top my list. I also enjoy riding my motorcycle and playing the drums.
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      • Work at PFMA
    • Antitrust Statement
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    • Retail Membership
    • Associate Membership
    • For members
  • Advocacy
    • Issues >
      • Federal Issues
      • State Issues
      • Philadelphia Issues
      • Pittsburgh/Allegheny Co Issues
      • Other regions issues
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    • Committees
    • FoodPAC
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    • News Releases
    • Spectrum magazine
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    • Advertising rates
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    • 2023 Annual Conference
    • Calendar
  • Services
    • Scholarships
    • Resources and training >
      • COVID-19
      • Member Resources
      • Emergency planning
      • A Bag's Life
      • Helpful links
    • Pennsylvania Coupon Redemption Services >
      • The PCRS process
      • Sample coupon policy
    • Retail Price Accuracy >
      • SCP Request Information
    • Endorsed services & Partners
    • Job bank
  • Buyers Guide