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In the U.S., every $1 invested in public transit generates $5 in economic returns, and every $1 billion invested supports and creates approximately 50,000 jobs. The future of Pennsylvania depends on fully funding public transit across the Commonwealth.

Due to the AFSCME DC33 strike, there’s no curbside trash/recycling pick-up until further notice. 🗑️ Drop-off sites now open: 6 Sanitation Centers (daily) 60+ neighborhood sites (Mon–Sat) 📍 phila.gov/sanitation 🚫 Closed July 4 ♻️ Recycling at Sanitation Centers only.

Wishing everyone in the 2nd District and across the Commonwealth a safe and joyful Fourth of July. Let’s celebrate the values that unite us—freedom, community, and the ongoing work of building a more perfect union. Stay safe, look out for your neighbors, and enjoy the holiday!

As someone who uses a wheelchair, I know how far we've come and how far we still have to go. I face barriers to this day even in spaces where decisions are made. Disability Pride means rejecting shame, demanding access, and embracing our identities unapologetically.

Last week, the Philly Delegation met in Harrisburg to stress the urgent need to fully fund SEPTA and public transit. Without it, families across PA will be left stranded. We can’t cut lifelines and expect people to thrive. #SaveSEPTA #PABudget

It’s been 6,941 days since Pennsylvania last raised the minimum wage. That’s nearly two decades of working people falling further behind. This budget must include a $15 minimum wage. It’s past time for working families to get what they deserve. #RaiseTheWage #PABudget

Philly’s essential workers deserve fair pay and respect. I'm grateful a deal was reached.

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Today we celebrated a $316,000 scholarship donation to Philly families made possible through EITC and OSTC programs. Education isn’t one size fits all. Supporting both our public and Catholic schools means we’re not choosing sides, we’re choosing our kids.

Proud to introduce SB 908 with Sen. Farry—a bipartisan bill to strengthen PA’s Prevailing Wage Act. It closes loopholes, ends unfair “split rates,” and ensures workers get fair pay for all parts of the job. More: buff.ly/hg4pdmu

Proud to announce 200 laptops for Nueva Esperanza & 100 for Hopeworks through PA’s Digital Connectivity Program. Internet access isn’t optional—it’s essential. This helps students, jobseekers & families stay connected and succeed.

This week is Construction Opioid Awareness Week. As someone in recovery for 22 years, I know how hard this journey is—but no one should face it alone. Let’s raise awareness, support each other, and help break the cycle of addiction.

In our communities, too many families are already living on the edge. Starting 9/1, new federal SNAP rules will expand work reporting requirements that will punish people who are already doing their best to get by. These aren’t reforms—they’re cuts. buff.ly/FVdJjLm

If you’re a veteran or surviving family member facing unexpected hardship, help is available. The Veterans Temporary Assistance Program provides up to $1,600 for necessities like food, housing, fuel, and clothing. Learn more and apply through dmva.pa.gov.

It's 7/25, and PA's minimum wage is still $7.25/hour, the lowest allowed by federal law. If we respect working families in this Commonwealth, then we must #RaisetheWage now - we cannot keep waiting.

We kicked off our first summer community picnic at Bridesburg Rec with a great crowd, free backpacks, and school supplies! Today we’re at Mayfair Rec (2990 St. Vincent St.) from 10–2. Join us for backpacks, hot dogs, water ice, games & more! 🍧🌭

We wrapped up last week with a great turnout at our Mayfair Rec Center community picnic—fun for the kids, water ice, pretzels, hot dogs, and backpacks full of school supplies. Don’t miss our final 2 picnics this week: 📍Wissinoming Park – Tomorrow 📍Norris Square Park – Thursday

Bridesburg Rec Picnic ✅ Mayfair Rec Picnic ✅ Hundreds of backpacks handed out ✅ Having the BEST time ever ✅ Don’t miss out — the fun continues THIS WEEK! 📍 Wissinoming Park – TOMORROW 📍 Norris Square Park – Thursday

Wissinoming Park showed up yesterday! We had a blast handing out hundreds of backpacks, enjoying water ice, pretzels, cotton candy & more with our neighbors. One more to go! Join us tomorrow at Norris Square Park for our final community picnic of the summer. Don’t miss it! 🎒🌭

Public transit isn’t a luxury—it’s a lifeline. Without urgent state funding, SEPTA faces deep service cuts that will leave riders stranded across Philly. I’m calling on the Senate to get back to work and finish the job. Let’s protect transit. Let’s protect people. #FundSEPTA