Just a reminder that my office will be closed on Monday, October 12, and will return on Tuesday, October 13 at 9 a.m. I hope everyone has a great long weekend!

Proud to announce that PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources grant funding will be going toward Orkney Park! Local parks are an amazing asset here in Philadelphia, including this gem in Northern Liberties. Thanks to DCNR helping this remain a valued community space for years to come.

It's important to recognize the significant impact that menopause can have on women. I support more research and resources to provide better care, education, and treatment for those experiencing menopausal symptoms and related health risks.

I am excited to announce that over $3 million in funding from the state’s Local Share Account program will go toward projects in my district! I appreciate the commonwealth’s support in keeping Philadelphia an arts, education and culture hub.

I'm proud to announce that $514,000 in Cultural and Historical Support Grants will go toward museums and historical societies right here in the district! Thank you to the Historical & Museum Commission for helping maintain the arts, sciences, culture and history that make our city so special.

Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown, marking the beginning of the Jewish New Year and a season of reflection and renewal. To all our Jewish neighbors celebrating, I wish you and your families a peaceful and healthy new year. Shana Tova!

It was an honor to be part of this historic #PAHouse session in the chamber where the first U.S. House and Senate met more than 200 years ago.

My office will be closed on Friday and Monday in observance of Labor Day. We will return at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8. I hope everyone has a tremendous weekend with family and friends, as we celebrate the workers that keep our communities thriving!

Happy Women’s Equality Day! This day commemorates women in the United States gaining the constitutional right to vote, celebrating those who changed our nation forever. Understanding this history helps us appreciate current achievements, while recognizing the ongoing challenges women face worldwide.

Come out this Thursday, August 27, from 6-8 p.m. at the Hawthorne Cultural Center for a community meeting with Philadelphia Parking Authority, where you can ask questions to officials and gain valuable information on local parking services.

With only a few short weeks until the beginning of another year for students and families, it is time for back-to-school fever! If you’re in need of a backpack and some school supplies, please stop by my free Backpack Giveaway tomorrow, August 15, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at McCall Elementary.

Calling all local middle and high school students for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge! Students have until October 26 to register and submit their original applications, with winners to be featured in the U.S. Capitol Building. Use the QR code to apply today!

Come out tomorrow night, August 4, from 4-8 p.m. for National Night Out on the 300 block of Washington Avenue! The event features tons of vendors, live entertainment, and activities for all ages.

The Northern Liberties Arts & Commerce Alliance’s 2nd Street Festival returns on Sunday, August 2 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., spanning several blocks in Northern Liberties! Enjoy lots of local food and drink fare, plenty of music and entertainment, and shopping opportunities from local merchants.

Join the Neighborhood Community Action Center 1 and the American Red Cross for a blood drive on Thursday! Every donor will receive a ticket for the new Spider-Man film opening this weekend. Call 267-496-2679 if you have any questions.

Proud to announce this funding from the Commonwealth's Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program! These projects will continue attracting tourists, supporting our residents and businesses, and building a better Philadelphia.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has declared a statewide Code Purple Air Quality Alert for Friday. During Code Purple Air Quality Alerts, all residents should avoid long or intense outdoor activities. You can check AirNow.gov to see the latest air quality in your area.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has declared a statewide Code Red Air Quality Action Day for Thursday. During this alert, all residents should consider limiting their outdoor activities. You can use AirNow.gov to check the latest air quality in the area.

With the passage of the 2026-27 state budget, Philadelphia’s retired teachers, police officers, and firefighters are getting a long-overdue raise. I’m pleased that the Commonwealth is making this commitment to those that have taught us and protected our communities.

Yesterday, I voted to pass the 2026-27 Pennsylvania state budget, giving Philadelphia schools more money to teach our kids and protect our taxpayers!

A reminder that my office will be closed on Friday in observance of Independence Day, and we will be back to regular office hours on Monday, July 6. I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Independence Day weekend, especially here in the birthplace of America!

Yesterday, I stood with fellow legislators wearing rainbow colors in recognition of Pride Month! I’m grateful to my colleagues for standing together in support of equality, and I’ll continue fighting for our LGBTQ+ community in the Commonwealth and beyond.

Today marks 11 years since the Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision, which required every state to license and recognize same-sex marriages under the Fourteenth Amendment. Every couple in the Commonwealth deserves the freedom to marry the person they love and to build a healthy life together.

Four years ago today, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade decision. In the years since the overturning of Roe, I’ve continued to fight to keep abortion safe and legal in Pennsylvania, and I'll continue to fight for the women of the Commonwealth and beyond.

Scammers are increasingly using fake messages that appear to come from government agencies to steal information. My legislation creates a clear standard so Pennsylvanians know that unsolicited messages demanding payment on behalf of a state agency are scams.

My House Bill 2551 advanced through the House today! As a Commonwealth, we’ve been sending residents consistent messaging to avoid falling prey to text message scams. This bill would clear up any confusion for Pennsylvanians. I appreciate the bi-partisan support on this issue!

I encourage everyone to stop by Carpenters' Hall on Wednesday at 3 p.m. for a reading of Pennsylvania's colonial declaration of independence, which was adopted at Carpenters' Hall during the Provincial Conference. More details about the event can be found at: www.carpentershall.org/events/view/...

A reminder that my office will be closed on Friday in observance of Juneteenth. I hope the community uses the day to gather, celebrate freedom, and to acknowledge the work we still have to do to protect civil rights and fight for social justice. Regular office hours will resume on Monday, June 22.

I am thrilled to announce that two winners of the 2026 James Beard Awards are Philadelphians in my district! Congratulations to Kalaya for receiving Outstanding Restaurant, and Jesse Ito of Royal Sushi & Izakaya for receiving Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic. www.jamesbeard.org/stories/jame...

The 2026 James Beard Award Winners

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I'm happy to announce that funding from the Keystone Historic Preservation Grants program will go toward two historic venues in the district! Both of these locations serve as shining examples of preserving history, and I appreciate the state's continued support.