Passing a balanced budget that doesn’t raise taxes
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At long last, the state has a balanced, bipartisan budget.
I voted for this plan because this budget pays our bills, helps every kid in every school in Philadelphia, preserves vital services, prevents layoffs, and doesn’t raise taxes.
With costs already on the rise, it was imperative we ensure families didn’t face any local or school property tax hikes.
- This budget cuts your costs and makes it easier for you and your family to survive when the federal government is so unpredictable.
- This budget makes sure Philadelphia won’t be forced to lay off the hardworking people who keep us moving.
- This budget increases school funding and makes sure those dollars go to kids in the Philadelphia School District, so they have tools they need to learn.
- This budget gives people in crisis somewhere to turn.
- This budget fixes roads & bridges, protects our air & water, and supports the local businesses that invest in you and our communities.
While we now have a budget, it should never have taken this long. Our schools, communities, and nonprofits suffered with this delay. Moving forward, I will continue to advocate for a more responsible budget timeline.
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The latest on SNAP funding in Pennsylvania
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Last week, following a federal court ruling that ordered the Trump administration to release 100% of November SNAP benefits nationwide, Gov. Shapiro directed the expedited distribution of benefits across the state.
This week, with the reopening of the federal government, the Trump administration released full benefits for most SNAP participants across the state.
If you receive SNAP, please check your EBT balance or get updates by calling the PA Department of Human Services at 1-877-395-8930, visiting the ConnectEBT app or reaching out to my office for help.
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Op-ed: Consumers need tighter financial data protections
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I co-authored an opinion piece with Rep. Lisa Borowski on the dangers of unregulated open banking.
Consumers generally grant access to their bank accounts so a budgeting or payment app can work. But aggregators frequently collect far more data than necessary and use it in ways consumers never intended.
Read the full article here: Guest column to the Delaware County Daily Times
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State grant programs available
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The latest grant opportunities from the state have been released! My office is happy to connect you with government funding opportunities like these, so please reach out if you have a question or need a letter of support.
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My office is here to help!
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My team and I are ready to help you with a range of services, including filing for your Property Tax/Rent Rebate, help with PennDOT and unemployment services.
Please stop by my Philadelphia office (635 W. Erie Avenue), call us at (215) 223-1890 or email RepBurgos@pahouse.net to learn more about the services we offer and get started!
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Free workshop: New Changes to Philly Business Taxes
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The Philadelphia Department of Commerce and the Department of Revenue will give a presentation and answer questions about new changes to Business Taxes in the City. These changes mean that everyone with any business activity will be required to pay Business Income and Receipts Taxes (BIRT) in Philadelphia for tax year 2025- there are no exceptions.
Live, simultaneous interpretations will be available for Spanish-speaking attendees.
Date: Monday, November 17
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Concilio, 141 E. Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Register for the event here.
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Pennsylvania State Capitol
106 Irvis Office
P.O. Box 202197
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2197
(717) 772-2004
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District Office
635 W. Erie Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 223-1890
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