Wednesday marked 100 days without a Pennsylvania budget. On Wednesday evening, the House sent yet another budget bill to the Senate. This was the third time in those 100 days that we provided the Senate with a balanced, bipartisan budget that doesn’t raise your taxes.

The latest proposal spends a little over $50 billion to provide what you need and deserve in the face of federal cuts and federal budget shutdowns. And, again, it does not raise your taxes.

Yet the last two times we did this, the Senate refused to act. They demanded cuts to schools and counties that would hurt people and raise local taxes. I can’t say for certain what they will do this time.

We in the House are taking people’s lives seriously. We are taking our responsibility seriously. We must get things done and continue to serve Pennsylvanians. We are compromising. We know the stalemate is affecting you every day as you live and work in your communities. We know you’re starting to feel the impact of the federal shutdown.

This time, our budget bill made cuts to address the Senate’s concerns. If my Republican colleagues in the Senate are taking their responsibility to you seriously, they will consider this bill seriously.

I’m particularly proud of the commitment to education that this budget bill demonstrates. We made progress last year in finally starting to prioritize every student’s right to a quality education. While we are still far from where we should be, this latest budget bill builds on last year’s progress by:

• Making the second half-billion-dollar installment for adequacy and tax equity.
• Providing a $105 million increase for basic education and a $40 million increase for special education.
• Ensuring taxpayer dollars stay in the district and don’t go to cyber charters—a savings of $175 million for our schools.
• Providing $125 million to improve school buildings and $100 million for mental health programs.

It’s time for the Senate to act in the interest of every person in the Commonwealth, and every student in the Commonwealth. We feel this, here in Delco, where the William Penn School District is struggling so much they had to cut all non-athletic afterschool programs. And that’s in addition to the issues they’re facing with academics, teacher contract negotiations, and more.

The House is making sure counties don’t have to lay off the people who keep us all moving. We’re making sure kids have books for school. We’re making sure people in crisis have somewhere to turn. We’re doing our job—again. It’s time for the Senate to do theirs.

My district office will be closed all day Monday, October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. We will reopen Tuesday, October 14 at 9:00 a.m. Enjoy your weekend!

On Monday morning, I had the honor of having the PA House adopt two resolutions that I introduced to raise awareness about health and safety concerns affecting our community.

The first, HR 298, designates September 2025 as “Infant Mortality Awareness Month” in Pennsylvania, highlighting the growing infant mortality crisis—not only in Delaware County but across the commonwealth, and particularly in our Black and Brown communities.

The second, HR 319, designates October 2025 as “National Pedestrian Safety Month” in Pennsylvania, an effort to increase awareness about the safety of walkers, runners, and cyclists in our neighborhoods. This resolution complements National Pedestrian Safety Month, already observed by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

You can read more about both resolutions here and watch my speech on the infant mortality crisis below.

Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women

I was recently appointed to the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women, an advisory board tasked with understanding the needs of Pennsylvania women, assessing programs that affect them, and advising Governor Shapiro on the best ways to address the issues they face. I am honored to serve on the board and excited to work alongside this group of strong, diverse women. Above and below are photos of my swearing in and the judge and I with Aetna PA Medicaid CEO Paula Starnes, who was also sworn in on October 2.

I’m a member of the House Education Committee, and on Tuesday this week, we had a joint hearing with the House Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee to hear testimony on HB 1768, also known as the Keystone Fresh Act.

Introduced by my colleagues Rep. Danilo Burgos (D-Philadelphia) and Rep. Jonathan Fritz (R-Susquehanna/Wayne), the Keystone Fresh Act would expand access to fresh, locally sourced foods in school meals while supporting Pennsylvania farmers and strengthening local economies.

Schools across Pennsylvania serve more than 168 million lunches per year, providing critical nutrients to children across the state and making them one of the largest potential markets for agricultural producers in Pennsylvania.

As you know, breast cancer screening and treatment availability is an issue close to my heart. This week, we joined the PA Breast Cancer Coalition to “Turn the Fountain Pink”—the fountain in front of the Capitol building, that is. We heard from many strong women about their experiences in the breast cancer community and took a moment during our day to stand by their side.

I will continue to support our community with legislation making breast cancer screening and care more accessible, from H.B. 433, which passed the House earlier this year, and into the future. 

Senator Tim Kearney and I were proud to present Murphy’s Giving Market with a $200,000 ceremonial check in recognition of the grant we helped secure to give the market a permanent home.

Since it first opened in Desiree Murphy-Morrissey’s backyard, the market has grown into a vibrant community hub, offering maternal and mental health services, a book bank, a clothing closet, and an incredible food pantry.

I am proud to be part of ensuring that Murphy’s Giving Market remains an anchor in our community.

Many thanks to each of you who attended our Senior Fair on Wednesday, hosted in partnership with the Upper Darby Senior Center! I was delighted to see so many of you taking advantage of the opportunity, enjoying each other’s company, and learning about the many ways my office can support you.

Wednesday night, I attended the inaugural event for the Kopp Foundation for Diabetes, a new organization dedicated to supporting children living with Type 1 Diabetes. I had a wonderful time meeting the people behind the organization and learning about their upcoming initiatives. It was an honor to deliver the opening remarks for the evening, and I sincerely thank the organizers for inviting me to be a part of this special event.

Upper Darby Township is developing a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Plan. This plan aims to prevent deadly and serious crashes. Whether you walk, bike, drive, or take the bus, we want to hear from you! Your input will help make our streets safer and more accessible for everyone.

What Is SS4A? 

SS4A stands for Safe Streets for All. It’s a national program from the U.S. Department of Transportation that helps make roads safer. Upper Darby’s plan will identify areas where crashes frequently occur, such as busy intersections, and recommend ways to improve safety so people can travel more securely.

How You Can Get Involved
Whether you’re a longtime resident or a daily commuter, your input will help shape a plan that reflects the needs of our entire community. Please share your thoughts and suggestions: 

• Take the Community Survey: This short survey asks about your travel habits, safety concerns, and ideas for improvement. Your responses will help us pinpoint unsafe roads and intersections and guide future design decisions. The survey closes on October 31st.  *Click here to take the SS4A Community Survey* 

• Attend the Community Feedback Session: Join township officials in person Thursday, October 23 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Township Building (100 Garrett Road, Upper Darby, PA19082) to share your ideas and concerns. This session is an opportunity to speak directly with planners and share your vision for safer mobility.  

Learn More 

To learn more and stay updated on future events, visit https://tinyurl.com/UDSS4A. 

Thursday, October 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Senior Estate Planning Clinic co-hosted with Sen. Tim Kearney

20th Century Club

Saturday, October 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Community Baby Shower co-hosted with Sen. Tim Kearney

Beverly Hills Middle School

Saturday, November 8 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon

Annual Winter Resource Fair

Rep. Curry’s District Office, 1500 Garrett Rd., Upper Darby

Saturday, October 11 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Upper Darby Township Shred Event

Upper Darby High School parking lot

601 N. Lansdowne Ave, Drexel Hill

Wednesday, October 15 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Delaware County Intermediate Unit Fall Career Fair

DCIU Aston, 100 Crozerville Rd., Aston, PA 19014

Saturday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Delaware County Expungement & Sealing Clinic

J. Lewis Crozer Library, 620 Engle St., Chester

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