My Fall 2026 Newsletter will be hitting mailboxes across central Chester County soon, but I wanted to give everyone a sneak peek.

📅 SAVE THE DATE 📅 Join us for a Free Paper-Only Shred Event on Saturday, October 24 from 1 PM - 3 PM at North Brandywine Middle School. This event is first come, first served. When the truck is full, the event will end. ♻️ All shredded paper will be recycled! ♻️

Governor Shapiro’s Executive Order puts protections in place that ensure transparency, local control, and ratepayer safeguards as data center proposals continue to grow across our Commonwealth.

Governor Shapiro signs Executive Order on data centers; Legislative work still required

Governor Shapiro’s Executive Order puts meaningful protections in place that ensure transparency, local control, and ratepayer safeguards as data center proposals continue to grow across our…

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On National Nonprofit Day, we’re celebrating the organizations that make Chester County stronger by expanding opportunity, supporting families, and bringing people together.

🗣️ATTENTION COLLEGE STUDENTS🗣️   It’s only August, but it’s never too early to start making your plans for Election Day, especially if you’re a college student. 🗳️

Closing the skills gap in PA - it's happening thanks to a big boost in career tech funding in the latest PA budget. @repdanielle.com brought the committee to Chester County to see how the funds will help students land good-paying jobs PA companies need to fill: www.mychesco.com/a/news/penns...

House Panel Reviews Career Education Funding in Chester County - MyChesCo

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Pennsylvania House Democrats used a visit to Chester County on Monday to examine how increased state funding for career and technical education is affecting workforce development, as...

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5️⃣ Days left to support our Back-to-School Supplies Drive. We will be collecting donations at our district office, 631 N. Pottstown Pike in Exton, through Friday, August 15. Supplies can be dropped off Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4:30 PM. Learn more ⬇️ buff.ly/A6KNozP

Helping people with intellectual & developmental disabilities gain the skills to live and thrive in communities - it was the topic of @repfriel.com & @repdanielle.com’s event Tuesday: www.mychesco.com/a/news/penns...

Lawmakers Examine Disability Transition Services in Phoenixville - MyChesCo

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers examined gaps in services for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities during a policy hearing Tuesday, as families and advocates urged c...

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Getting students the skills they need - Career & Tech education got a big boost in the new #PaBudget. @repdanielle.com brought the committee to Chester County to see the initial impact. www.mychesco.com/a/news/penns...

House Panel Reviews Career Education Funding in Chester County - MyChesCo

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Pennsylvania House Democrats used a visit to Chester County on Monday to examine how increased state funding for career and technical education is affecting workforce development, as...

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Did you know more people chose not to use their right to vote in 2024 than either major party received? 🤔🗳️❓️

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Your Voice, Your Vote // MAJORITY POLICY POINT

🎉 Happy National Intern Day 🎉 Our district office was fortunate to have two outstanding interns this summer, Grace and Trisha, and today is the perfect day to celebrate them. They brought curiosity, creativity, and a real commitment to public service to every project they worked on.

The start of the school year is approaching fast, and that means it’s almost time to start preparing for the first day of classes by getting new school supplies for the students in our lives.

World Nature Conservation Day reminds us how much our environment depends on the native species that keep it healthy and resilient.

🏀 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐬𝐲𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚, 𝐋𝐞𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐧! Philadelphia is the birthplace of American democracy, the place where we proudly rejected kings and built a nation on the idea that power belongs to the people. But today, we are more than happy to make one exception...

The budget can often be dense and difficult to navigate, so I broke it down for you in 90 seconds. 🏛️📱🔁

On Monday, Team Otten presented a citation to Milky Way Farm honoring the 25th anniversary of the Chester Springs Creamery.

Today, staff from our district office will be at the Downingtown Library for a mobile office. This is a great opportunity to learn about state services and to ask questions about issues that concern you. Stop in to say hello and find out how we can help you!

Black Women’s Equal Pay Day marks how far into 2026 Black women have had to work just to earn what white men already took home by the end of 2025. That is 7 months of work to catch up to a single year’s pay.

Happy National Pennsylvania Day! 🔔🦅 🏔️ 🌆 📜 ❤️ Today celebrates our state's vital contributions to the founding of our nation.

#POV: my kids lobbying to the House Dem and Republican chairs of Education Committee about the recess bill in 2023 and now in 2026 we’re getting closer to our goal. Stay tuned… 👀

My team and I send our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the paddleboarder who lost their life at Marsh Creek State Park on Saturday evening. Our hearts and thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragic loss.

As we recognize America’s Semiquincentennial today, we are reminded that the promise of our democracy is not automatic. It requires care, commitment, and participation.

In celebration of Independence Day, our district office will be closed on Friday, July 3. We will be back in the office on Monday, July 6 to assist you with any state-related issue.

🗣️ Protecting PA’s Water: Finishing the Job 🗣️ This week, I introduced the PA Water Resource Act (HB 2682), which would assess a fee on extraordinary water users like data center operators, with higher fees for consumptive uses like evaporative cooling.

Protecting Pennsylvania’s Water: Finishing the Job

Your Water, Your Bill, Your Rights: Part 7 of 7

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This morning, by a vote of 197-5, the House passed legislation to repeal and eliminate the Sales and Use Tax Exemption for data centers.

Today the House passed HB 2650 (GRID), which for the first time would attach conditions to the sales tax breaks Pennsylvania gives data center developers, setting requirements for clean energy sourcing, grid upgrade costs, transparency, and community input.

House passes legislation that would rein in data center tax breaks; push for repeal continues

Today the House passed House Bill 2650, which would impose strict, enforceable standards on data centers seeking tax incentives in Pennsylvania.

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Members of the Bishop Shanahan High School community received a communication on Tuesday that contained inaccurate information about House Bill 2632 and its impact on Bishop Shanahan students.

Correcting the record on HB 2632 and EITC programs

Members of the Bishop Shanahan High School community received a communication on Tuesday that contained inaccurate information about House Bill 2632 and its impact on Bishop Shanahan students.

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Today, staff from our district office will be at the Downingtown Library for a mobile office. This is a great opportunity to learn about state services and to ask questions about issues that concern you. Stop in to say hello and find out how we can help you!

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧? 💪📜   Chester County is made up of many diverse communities, each with their own unique priorities and perspectives. But regardless of where you live, the Chester County House Democratic Delegation is fighting for you. 🤝

Team Otten had a great time at Upper Uwchlan Township Block Party this weekend! 🏘️🎉 We caught up with familiar faces, met new neighbors, and appreciated the chance to spend time with a community that always brings kindness, energy, and thoughtful conversation.