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E-Blast: Black Maternal Health Week is here!

(1 day ago) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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Democratic SE Delegation urges PUC to reject PECO rate hikes

(Apr 08, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

HARRISBURG, April 8 — Members of the Pennsylvania House Democratic Southeast Delegation today wrote to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to express their strong opposition to proposed gas and electric rate hikes by PECO, according to state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware, the delegation chair. Read more

 

Delaware County Legislative Delegation responds to PECO’s proposed rate hikes

(Apr 01, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

DELAWARE COUNTY, April 1 – On Monday, PECO filed a request with the Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission to significantly increase their gas and electric rates beginning next year. On average, these rate hikes would cost families an additional $20.08 per month for electricity and $14.52 per month for natural gas. Members of the Delaware County Legislative Delegation offered the following statements in response: “PECO’s request to raise their prices comes at a time when we’re already seeing unprecedented expenses for basic necessities due to rapid tech innovation, extreme federal actions and our county’s strained health care systems,” Rep. Gina Curry said. “This proposed increase is not just about dollars, it’s about equity. Our most vulnerable communities are already carrying the heaviest burden, and they should not be asked to pay more for basic necessities. Energy is a right, not a luxury.” “Our working families are contending with surging prices on everything from groceries to gasoline,” said Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. “In Harrisburg we’re working to help families manage the economic uncertainty stemming from mismanagement in Washington with policies like the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, but a price hike in their monthly PECO bill makes it harder and harder for families to get ahead.” Read more

 

Community and Economic Development, Transportation Safety, Fresh Food and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Apr 01, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commonwealth Financing Authority: Business in Our Sites Who May Apply: Municipalities, redevelopment authorities, municipal authorities, industrial development authorities, private developers (construction loans only) Use: The acquisition and development of key sites for future use by businesses, private developers, and others Application Deadline: June 30, 2026 More information: CFA Website Department of Community and Economic Development: Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) Please note, the NAP is broken down into 5 programs (The Neighborhood Assistance Program, the Special Program Priorities, the Charitable Food Program, the Neighborhood Partnership Program, and the Enterprise Zone Program.) Please visit the DCED website for specifics on each program. Who May Apply: Nonprofit organizations Use: The goals of the Programs are to promote community participation and collaborations among the residents, nonprofits and businesses while producing outcomes by assisting a distressed area or the low-income population in a neighborhood. Eligible neighborhood nonprofits apply for tax credits based on pending contributions from for-profit companies. Funds: The total available NAP tax credit amount is $72 million. Application Deadline: May 29, 2026 More information: DCED Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Juvenile Read more

 

E-Blast: House passes significant bills that put people first

(Mar 27, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

We passed some significant bills in the House this week! I’m proud to say that one of them was my House Bill 1851, which would expand the role midwives can serve during delivery. We know all too well that not every birth has a happy ending. Right now, state laws prevent midwives from signing fetal death certificates, instead passing midwife-attended stillbirths or deaths during delivery on to the county coroner. If H.B. 1851 becomes law, families who have these tragic experiences while under the care of a midwife will be able to move on in their grief without waiting for the coroner to finalize paperwork. Read more

 

Bill streamlining post-stillbirth paperwork passes Pa. House unanimously

(Mar 26, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

HARRISBURG, March 26 – Families who experience loss during a midwife-led birth could soon avoid the added trauma of completing fetal death paperwork thanks to legislation introduced by state Rep. Gina H. Curry, D-Delaware, that passed House unanimously yesterday. “Right now, only a physician, certified nurse practitioner, or physician assistant can complete required fetal death reports after a stillbirth delivery or infant death during birth,” said Curry. “But many families choose to have midwife-led deliveries during which these professionals are not on hand. In these cases, the process of completing the death certificate becomes a significant emotional burden for grieving parents.” Allowing certified midwives to complete and sign fetal death certificates would streamline the process and allow grieving families to move forward. Under current law, if a death certificate is needed and no qualifying professional was present during the delivery, the case must be referred to the county coroner for investigation. “Imagine going into labor only to experience the death of your expected child and then being asked to sit back and wait while the county coroner investigates the passing, simply because you chose to work with a midwife instead of a doctor,” said Curry. “These families are already in a state of emotional distress. Midwives are highly trained, compassionate medical Read more

 

E-Blast: Next week's Youth Resource Fair

(Mar 20, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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E-Blast: Upcoming events and more!

(Mar 13, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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Spring 2026 Newsletter

(Mar 12, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

Get the latest updates in this Spring 2026 edition of Rep. Curry's newsletter Read more

 

E-Blast: Supporting literacy and early childhood education

(Mar 06, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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E-Blast: Closing out Black History Month, Budget Hearings, and More!

(Feb 27, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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E-Blast: LIHEAP is open for applications, following the PA budget, and more!

(Feb 20, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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E-Blast: You are Welcome Here

(Feb 13, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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Grant Memo: Transportation, Parks, Pedestrian Safety, School Mental Health, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Feb 10, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Conservation and Natural Resources: All-Terrain Vehicle/Snowmobile Grants Who May Apply: County and municipal governments, non-profits, for-profits Use: Planning, acquisition of land, development, rehabilitation, maintenance of ATV or snowmobile trails and facilities, purchase of equipment, and educational programs related to the use of ATVs or snowmobiles Funds: Grants will range between $25,000 and $1,000,000 Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 More information: DCNR Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Community and Economic Development: PA SITES Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic development organizations, redevelopment authorities, municipal authorities, industrial development agencies, and for-profit organizations. Use: To develop competitive sites for businesses to relocate or expand within Pennsylvania. Funds: $400 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and approved on a quarterly basis More information: DCED Website Department of Community and Economic Development: Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant Who May Apply: Technical and trade schools, school districts, post-secondary academic institutions, workforce investment boards, economic development organizations, and non-profit organizations. For-profit Read more

 

E-Blast: Capitol Updates

(Feb 06, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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PA House designates January 23, 2026 ‘Maternal Health Awareness Day’

(Feb 04, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

Curry, a co-founder of the Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus, said the resolution is designed to raise awareness of critical issues surrounding maternal health and the wellbeing of mothers and infants across the state. Read more

 

Transportation, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Feb 04, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commonwealth Financing Authority: Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program Who May Apply: Municipalities, Councils of Governments, Authorized Organizations, Institutions of Higher Education, Watershed Organizations, for profit businesses. Use: Planning, acquisition, development, rehabilitation and repair of greenways, recreational trails, open space, parks and beautification projects. Funds: Grant requests shall not exceed $250,000. Application Deadline: May 31, 2026 More information: CFA Website Commonwealth Financing Authority: Baseline Water Quality Data Program Who May Apply: Municipalities, Councils of Governments, Authorized Organizations, Institutions of Higher Education, Watershed Organizations, for profit businesses. Use: Eligible projects are those that will use accepted scientific principles and practices for water sample collection and analysis to document existing groundwater quality conditions on private water supplies. Funds: Grant requests shall not exceed $250,000. Application Deadline: May 31, 2026 More information: CFA Website Commonwealth Financing Authority: Flood Mitigation Program Who May Apply: Municipalities, Councils of Governments, Authorized Organizations, Institutions of Higher Education, Watershed Organizations, for profit businesses. Use: Eligible projects are to assist with flood Read more

 

E-Blast: Immigration Resources, Know Your Rights

(Jan 30, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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E-Blast: Happy Maternal Health Awareness Day!

(Jan 23, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

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State lawmakers celebrate, renew commitment to local schools

(Jan 22, 2026) Rep. Gina H. Curry

YEADON, Jan. 22 – Just weeks before Gov. Josh Shapiro unveils his 2026-27 budget proposal, state lawmakers and school officials gathered today at the William Penn School District’s Penn Wood Ninth Grade Academy to highlight historic investments made in the district since 2023. Read more

 

E-Blast: Black Maternal Health Week is here!
1 day ago

Democratic SE Delegation urges PUC to reject PECO rate hikes
Apr 08, 2026

Delaware County Legislative Delegation responds to PECO’s proposed rate hikes
Apr 01, 2026

Community and Economic Development, Transportation Safety, Fresh Food and Additional Grant Opportunities
Apr 01, 2026

E-Blast: House passes significant bills that put people first
Mar 27, 2026

Bill streamlining post-stillbirth paperwork passes Pa. House unanimously
Mar 26, 2026

E-Blast: Next week's Youth Resource Fair
Mar 20, 2026

E-Blast: Upcoming events and more!
Mar 13, 2026

Spring 2026 Newsletter
Mar 12, 2026

E-Blast: Supporting literacy and early childhood education
Mar 06, 2026

E-Blast: Closing out Black History Month, Budget Hearings, and More!
Feb 27, 2026

E-Blast: LIHEAP is open for applications, following the PA budget, and more!
Feb 20, 2026

E-Blast: You are Welcome Here
Feb 13, 2026

Grant Memo: Transportation, Parks, Pedestrian Safety, School Mental Health, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Feb 10, 2026

E-Blast: Capitol Updates
Feb 06, 2026

PA House designates January 23, 2026 ‘Maternal Health Awareness Day’
Feb 04, 2026

Transportation, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Feb 04, 2026

E-Blast: Immigration Resources, Know Your Rights
Jan 30, 2026

E-Blast: Happy Maternal Health Awareness Day!
Jan 23, 2026

State lawmakers celebrate, renew commitment to local schools
Jan 22, 2026