www.DuaneMilne.
com
STATE
REPRESENTATIVE
DUANE D. MILNE, PH.D.
167TH Legislative District
Mark Your
Calendars:
My Legendary Kids’ Fest
Saturday, June 13
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
See page 4 for details.
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Tele-Town Hall Meeting:
Town Hall Meeting
conducted via phone
June 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Check my website for details.
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Celebrate America!
Malvern Memorial Parade
Oldest continuously held
memorial parade
in America
www.malvernmemorialparade.com
Contact Rep. Milne via email at dmilne@pahousegop.com
Web Site: DuaneMilne.com ~ Phone: 610-251-1070
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HARRISBURG, PA
PERMIT NO. 529
Fiscal Conservatism: Leadership by Example
Dear Friend,
As you might imagine, the dominant topic in Harrisburg right now is the state of the economy
and the corresponding challenge to balance the state’s budget by June 30. The state’s budget
deficit is creeping toward three billion dollars (as perspective, bear in mind that’s nine “zeros”:
$3,000,000,000).
Unlike the national government, Pennsylvania state government is constitutionally required (and
quite rightly I would add!) to balance the budget each year. State government cannot print money
nor, thankfully, mortgage the future of upcoming generations with sinful levels of debt.
Even in prosperous times, balancing a $29 billion dollar budget is a challenging exercise, let alone in
times such as we presently confront. There are no easy options, and really no “good” choices. Needless
to say, the magnitude of this fiscal hole impacts what can be achieved right now in every issue area
of public policy, whether it is education, transportation, health care, etc. The next several weeks in
the capital will prove an arduous, contentious time as the legislature pushes to meet its constitutional
responsibility of making the tough choices that will have to happen to produce a balanced budget.
As we in the state legislature struggle in these challenging economic times to balance the state’s
budget, I’d like to share with you some measures I have personally taken since my first day in office. I
continue to follow these practices out of respect for you, the taxpayers, and as a way of acknowledging
the difficult economic times we do face as a state. So you are aware:
• I did not accept the legislative pay raise for this year.
• I do not accept nor drive a state car.
• I do not travel frivolously around the country at taxpayers’ expense.
• I do not accept offers to go on lobbyist-paid vacations.
• I do not charge a cell phone to the taxpayers.
I also would add that I have reduced my mailings, while balancing that goal with the equally
worthy responsibility to send enough to keep you informed. I raise private money for and have
unpaid volunteers do some of the outreaches, such as birthday calls, and events that my office
organizes in order to serve you. Although by themselves none of these steps will cure the state’s
budget woes, I have adhered to them as a matter of principle. I keep at the forefront of my
thinking that you, the citizens, are my employer, and in my votes I strive to ensure that your tax
dollars are spent as efficiently as possible. It’s not a perfect system, but American democracy is,
for my money, still the best system in the world for creating an opportunity society.
As always, please advise me how I can be of service to you.
All the best,
Duane
 Patriotism: Green Energy: An
An American Classic
since 1776
Citizens’
! oolbox for Green Ene
As I travel around our area, I find considerable interest and excitement in citizens w
for their homes and businesses. Like me, they recognize the environmental, economic
that will emerge from a thriving green energy market.
I find as well that there is, understandably, confusion about exactly what resources
of green energy programs. To help in this regard, I have compiled a summary of stat
is to assist you with capitalizing on your interest in green energy solutions and asse
to pursue. Deadlines for programs open and close on a revolving basis, so please check

! Keystone HELP
Congratulations to Ms. Tran, one of America’s
newest citizens. I was honored to welcome
her and other newly minted Americans at one
Provides rebates or low-interest rate loans
for energy efficiency improvements to
homes. Program coverage includes the in-
stallation of energy efficient heating and air
conditioning systems, windows and doors,
insulation, air sealing, and more. More
details about this program can be obtained
by visiting www.keystonehelp.com or by
! Renewable Energy Program
Makes available grants and loans for wind
energy facilities and geothermal technologies,
including opportunities for wind energy
and geothermal manufacturers. Eligible
candidates include a business; an economic
development organization; or a political
subdivision, which includes municipalities,
counties and school districts.

of the naturalization ceremonies that occur
!
approximately three times a year at the Chester
County Justice Center. Thank you to Ms. Tran
and our other new citizens who enter this
country legally, follow the rules and earn lawful
citizenship. Welcome to the greatest country
in the world!
calling (888) 232-3477.
Geo-thermal Systems
Geo-thermal systems also qualify under
Keystone HELP.
The website to reference for all of the
programs below is www.dep.state.pa.us.
or you can also call (484) 250-5900.
!
Energy Harvest
This program typically funds grant projects
that promote and build markets for advanced
or renewable technologies. The program
is intended to deploy new and innovative
technologies directly in to the marketplace.
Eligible projects include renewable en-
ergy deployment, biomass energy projects

Mini American Flags

Available for Free in
my Local Office
& ment organization; or a political subdi-
Old Full Size Flags Collected
for Proper Disposal
This year our nation will celebrate Flag
Day on Sunday, June 14. Flag Day was of-
ficially established as a holiday on August 3,
1949 when President Truman signed an Act
of Congress designating this national holiday.
As our nation confronts many challenges
today, I want to take a moment to reflect
on and honor the importance of the flag as
the symbol of America’s strength and per-
severance, and our nation’s unique role as a
beacon of hope around the world.
To celebrate Flag Day, I invite you to
stop by my local office to pick up a free
mini U.S. flag. We also will be collecting
old and deteriorated regular-sized flags
that need proper disposal, and my office
will handle that process for you. Both of
these opportunities will be available in my
local office from Monday, June 8 to Friday
July 3, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and
5:00 p.m.
Please join me in displaying Old Glory,
the enduring symbol of our great nation.
! Solar Energy Program
Offers grants and loans for large-scale
and implementation of energy efficiency
technologies.
solar electricity production and solar
Small Business Energy
!
manufacturing projects. Eligible entities
include a business; an economic develop- Efficiency Grant Program
Reimburses a small business up to 25
vision, which includes municipalities, percent, to a maximum of $25,000, for the
counties and school districts. expense of acquiring equipment or adopting
processes that promote energy efficiency. A
Pennsylvania Sunshine
!
small business is defined as an entity with
Program 100 or fewer full-time employees.
The version of the solar energy program
targeted toward residential homes.
My recent Green Energy Summit at Penn State SEPTA displayed a Clean Green hybrid bus
Great Valley featured a number of outstanding during my summit. Pictured with me is veteran
presenters. To watch the summit, please visit SEPTA driver Robert K. Hawkins.
my website and click on the Green Energy
Summit box.

Contact Rep. Milne via email at dmilne@pah

 Idea Whose Time has Come
ergy Solutions
wanting to implement green energy solutions
c development and national security benefits
s are available from the state so far in terms
te programs available to date. My objective
essing what opportunities you might want
www.dep.state.pa.us throughout the year.
Pennsylvania Energy
!
Development Authority (PEDA)
PEDA offers funding for innovative,
advanced energy projects, and for busi-
nesses interested in locating or expanding
their alternative energy manufacturing or
production operations in Pennsylvania.
Eligible entities include partnerships, as-
sociations, corporations and incorporated
non-profits.
Alternative Fuels Incentive
! Grant Program (AFIG)
This program is designed to support the
increased use of alternative fuels in Penn-
sylvania. Targeted recipients include school
districts, municipal authorities, political
subdivisions, non-profit entities, corpora-
tions, limited liability companies and part-
nerships. Allowable purposes include:
1) Retrofitting vehicles to operate on alter-
native fuels (fleet only);
2) The incremental cost of the purchased
fuel, dual-fuel hybrid or dedicated vehicle
(fleet only);
3) The cost to install fleet refueling equip-
ment for dedicated vehicles;
4) Next phase research, training and devel-
opment related to alternative fuel vehicles;
5) School districts, municipal authorities,
political subdivisions and non-profit entities
for projects involving the incremental cost
to purchase biofuel.
Thank you to all who helped us collect more
than 300 computers and shred 5,284 pounds
of paper at my recent recycling events.
housegop.com ~ Web Site: DuaneMilne.com
Going Green in Tough Economic Times;
A Little Bit Goes a Long Way
As interested as you might be to install green energy technology such as solar or geo-
thermal, economic conditions are such that understandably it is not the time that everyone
can do so. Nonetheless, there are still best practice steps you can take to achieve greater
energy efficiency and more financial savings in your home. Many of these measures are
fairly simple and relatively inexpensive.
As the essential first step to formulating an energy savings plan for your home, energy
experts highly recommend that a resident have a home energy audit performed by a pro-
fessional. An energy audit will help you identify which aspects of your house are causing
you to lose energy or are undermining achieving top energy efficiency. A professional audit
also will help you solve these problems through the implementation of best practices. A
typical home energy audit costs an average of $500, but it is an investment that can yield
thousands of dollars in savings in return. State approved home energy contractors can be
located by visiting www.keystonehelp.com, or calling (888) 232-3477.
What is ENERGY STAR?
A reference you probably are hearing a lot, and will notice more and more in the years
ahead, is “ENERGY STAR.” It is very important to note and understand that ENERGY
STAR is not about advertising for any particular brand of appliances or home energy sys-
tems, nor is it for promoting any particular companies.
ENERGY STAR is a government-backed initiative helping individuals and businesses
protect the environment through achieving superior energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR
rated products mean they meet high standards of energy efficiency as set and monitored by
the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency. The ENERGY
STAR label is intended to help you, as a consumer, make smart choices when it comes to
looking for and purchasing energy efficient products.
Energy efficient choices can save families about a third on their energy bill, and reduce
greenhouse gas emissions, without sacrificing the features, style or comfort that we desire.
We can protect our wallets as well as our quality of life.
Running the numbers: did you know...
 Heating and cooling costs account for the bulk, close to half, of a typical annual
residential utility bill. An ENERGY STAR qualified programmable thermostat can
automatically adjust the temperature of your home when you are away, saving on bills.
 The single most important step toward greater energy efficiency in your home is to
increase your attic insulation by 12 inches of R-30 insulation. This additional layer decreases
energy consumption by one-fifth in an average home.
 Refrigerators use more energy than any other appliance in your home. An ENERGY
STAR qualified refrigerator, though, consumes about half the energy of a 10-year old con-
ventional model refrigerator.
 ENERGY STAR qualified light bulbs are 75% more efficient than incandescent bulbs.
That’s financial savings for you of course. Moreover, when just one room in every home is
brightened by ENERGY STAR lighting, this change will keep over one trillion pounds of
carbon dioxide out of our air.
 Wrapping a hot water insulation kit around a water heater will save $20-40 a month
on water heating costs.
 Leaky ducts can decrease the overall energy efficiency of your heating and cooling
system by as much as 20%. Comprehensive duct sealing increases energy efficiency and
lowers utility bills.
 ENERGY STAR rated central air conditioning systems and furnaces consume 20% less
energy than standard models. If just one household in 10 bought ENERGY STAR heating
and cooling equipment, the change would keep over 17 billion pounds of pollution out of
our air.
 Replace your clothes washer with an ENERGY STAR labeled model when it is time
for a new purchase. ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers require 50% less water and
70% less energy per load.
Additional tips and strategies for going green in tough economic times can be found on
my web site, www.duanemilne.com, or you can call my office and I will mail you my “50
Energy Saving Tips” brochure.
 Children’s Corner

Villa Maria Academy, Malvern St. Norbert School, Paoli

Catholic Schools Week in Pennsylvania was celebrated

during the week of January 12, and I congratulate all of
the parochial schools in our area that do an outstanding
job in fulfilling their mission.
One of the most rewarding aspects of serving as state
representative is the opportunity to teach students about
Harrisburg and give them the chance to ask me questions
Then ...
about my job and the making of public policy. Here are
some of the schools that visit Harrisburg regularly, and
that I have proudly welcomed to the capitol.

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St. Basil the Great School, Kimberton

You’re invited to...

S TAT E R E P R E S E N TAT I V E FREdE
DUANE MILNE’S Foo FREE
Admittance

KIDS’ FEST Date: Saturday, June 13, 2009

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location: The School at Church Farm
1001 East Lincoln Highway
Exton, PA
For more information, contact Rep. Milne’s office at 610-251-1070.
Phillie Phanatic: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Elmo: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
SpongeBob: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Zoo Show: 10:30 a.m.
Franklin Institute Show: 11:30 a.m.
East & West Whiteland Fire Trucks
West Whiteland Police K-9 Unit
Art Lessons by Chester Co.Art Assoc.
AND MANY ADDITIONAL
PARTICIPANTS