Rep. Paul Takac

10/23/2026

On Tuesday, I urged my colleagues to recognize Aug. 15, 2026, as One Million Degrees Day in the Commonwealth, recognizing the Pennsylvania State University's milestone of awarding its millionth degree.

From an initial graduating class of only 11 students in 1861, to now one million degrees, Penn State graduates have used their skills and knowledge to benefit the people and communities of our Commonwealth and beyond.

As Pennsylvania's sole land grant university, this milestone is a record of longevity, achievement, and impact that very few institutions in the world can claim.

Generations have attended Penn State and behind each degree is a unique personal story.

Thank you to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for joining me in celebrating PSU's momentous accomplishment.

10/23/2026

The Centre County Youth Service Bureau (YSB) is collecting donations of winter-weather clothing and gear for local families in need now through Thursday, Nov. 5.

Donations will support the Mountaintop Youth Center’s clothing closet and its upcoming Yard “Free of Charge” Sale on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 7 and 8, where families can pick up winter essentials at no cost. YSB especially needs youth-sized snow boots, snow pants, and coats, but new and gently used winter gear in all sizes is welcome.

My district office at 216 W. Hamilton Ave. in State College is collecting donations on YSB’s behalf, or you can drop off items at YSB’s main office at 325 W. Aaron Dr., State College.

For more information, call or text Haley from YSB at 814-206-6037

10/22/2026

It was a beautiful fall day for our second annual People, PAWS & PSU community health clinic! On Sunday, more than 50 carloads of people and their pets stopped by Centre County PAWS in State College to take advantage of resources for both their families and their four-legged friends.

Centre County PAWS provided 75 pets low-cost vaccines and microchips, while The Mobile Lion Clinic, with help from Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing students, administered nearly 40 free flu shots. We were also joined by students from the Department of Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences at Penn State and the College of Arts and Architecture at Penn State Landscape Architecture program who engaged with community members on a number of issues and offered educational programing about tick-borne diseases, tick prevention, and chronic wasting disease. Of course, my district office team was also there sharing all things state related, such as hunting and fishing guides, information on state wildlife and health-related resources.

Thank you again to all our partners and our neighbors who came out! Together, we’re building a healthier community for our people and our pets 🐾

10/22/2026

State Rep. Paul Takac is hosting another Talk with Takac Q&A event in partnership with the Liberal Arts Undergraduate Council on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 5:30 p.m. in the Lions Lair Lounge at the Penn State HUB.

Join us to learn more about what’s happening in Harrisburg and share your ideas and concerns about the issues that matter most to you in an informal, relaxed setting. Students, community members, and anyone interested in the issues are welcome.

Have a Penn State student, faculty member, or staff in your family? Share this post with them and encourage them to attend!

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

Today at the State Capitol, I celebrated with Penn State graduate students and United Auto Workers (UAW) leaders on the recent ruling by the PA Labor Relations Board to include research assistants in their bargaining unit, and Penn State's decision today to not appeal that ruling. I'm encouraged by negotiations thus far and look forward to continuing to play a positive role in bringing both parties together in order to deliver a fair contract that improves wages, working conditions, and benefits for graduate students and their families.

10/21/2026

This week, the PA House amended my bill reauthorizing the Rural Jobs Investment Tax Credit to revitalize existing EDGE tax credits in order to create incentives to generate more energy, invest in advanced manufacturing, and create thousands of good paying jobs right here in PA. It would also establish tax breaks for residential clean energy projects and a data center energy usage fee to directly reimburse PA utility ratepayers.

The bill passed the Pa. House with overwhelming bipartisan support and awaits further consideration in the Pa. Senate. Call and urge your Senator to support residents, businesses, and ratepayers.

10/21/2026

Attention Centre County voters! 🚨

Some polling places have changed ahead of the midterm election. Make sure you know where to vote!

These changes affect voters in parts of Bellefonte, State College, Spring Township, Ferguson Township, and Patton Township, so take a moment to check the infographic and see if your precinct has a new polling location. Please share and tell your neighbors.

To find your polling places or for more information on the upcoming election, visit vote.pa.gov or contact the Centre County Elections Office at (814) 355-6703.
See you at the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 3!

10/20/2026

Yesterday, I joined colleagues and members of the United Auto Workers in the Capitol's Main Rotunda to speak in support of unions, workers' rights, and commonsense legislation to support the working people and families of Pennsylvania

10/20/2026

Our second annual People, PAWS & PSU event on Sunday was a HUGE SUCCESS!
We'll be sharing more later this week, but wanted to sincerely thank Centre County PAWS, The Mobile Lion Clinic, and Penn State students from the Department of Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences, Landscape Architecture and the College of Nursing, for all their help in making it such a great day!