SEPTA, Crozer, and PA Budget Updates, upcoming events, and more

Rep. Leanne Krueger September 2, 2025

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Dear Neighbor,

Unfortunately, I don’t have any budget progress to share with you this week. Governor Shapiro sent a compromise budget proposal to Senate Republican leadership almost two weeks ago, but they have yet to take any action. This proposal includes support for many of the reforms they have publicly requested. The Senate is scheduled to return to session next week, and I hope they will vote on budget-related bills. Meanwhile, the ongoing budget impasse continues to impact our schools, public health resources, mental health services, senior programs, hospitals, and public transit.

One of the clearest examples of this impact is SEPTA, where funding challenges continue to disrupt service and leave riders uncertain about what comes next. Last week, SEPTA paused all scheduled service cuts and fare increases after a judge issued an order in response to a lawsuit. However, the service cuts that began on August 24 remain in effect.

The City of Philadelphia has agreed to provide emergency funding to SEPTA to restore some bus routes so that children can get to and from school. Unfortunately, this funding will not help students and teachers in Delaware County who rely on SEPTA to reach their schools.

For the latest schedules go to https://www.septa.org/ .

Crozer Bankruptcy Update

Last week, Delaware County announced that it had contracted with Belmont Behavioral Health to fill the gap in mental health crisis services left by the closure of Crozer Hospital. Crozer-Chester had operated the only inpatient crisis center in Delaware County before its closure earlier this year. Moving forward, the county will contract with Belmont to operate a 24-hour crisis center and a mobile crisis unit that will respond to 911 emergencies. The location of the crisis center has not yet been finalized, and Belmont’s services will ramp up over the next few months, including services for pediatric patients.

We also reported last week on a new settlement between Prospect and Morgan Records Management that guarantees free access to your personal medical records for everyone, even if you are not a Medicaid recipient. This settlement was made possible because The Foundation for Delaware County will pay $3 million to cover the cost of medical records for thousands of former Crozer Health patients. We heard from a number of you that you were still being charged for your records, so we reached out to The Foundation for Delaware County to learn more. We were told that the agreement is still being implemented. Here is the link to request your medical records: Crozer Health - Request My Medical Records – it currently tells patients that “As of right now, payment will be required. Once the agreement is in place, we can refund your records request if you choose to put in the request now.”

Prospect’s next hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, September 23, at 2:30 p.m. If you’d like to follow the bankruptcy case more closely, Prospect Medical Holdings has created a website with information, including court documents, hearing dates, and a link to watch upcoming hearings: https://cases.omniagentsolutions.com/?clientId=3725 and https://us-courts.webex.com/meet/jerniga

Calling All Future Leaders

The PA House Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for Spring 2026.
Work in the Capitol, draft legislation, network with public officials, and earn pay (plus possible college credit). The program is open to Pennsylvania college juniors, seniors, graduate, and law students with a 3.0+ GPA.

Applications are due by October 1, 2025.

To learn more about the program or to apply, visit: http://www.pahousefellowship.us/.

Email: pahousefellowship@pabmc.net

In The District

Join My Team

Join our team at the Brookhaven office as a Constituent Services Advisor!
CSAs provide administrative support, assist constituents with government-related needs, maintain relationships within the local community, and support state representatives in a variety of ways. Learn more about this full-time position and apply here: Constituent Services Advisor | Job Details tab | Career Pages.

Thanks for Coming to Medicare 101!

Last Tuesday, I held a Medicare 101 event at Ridley Township Public Library. Attendees heard from a trained PA Medi counselor and learned about Medicare enrollment, supplemental plans, copays and deductibles, and how to avoid enrollment penalties. There was also an opportunity to ask questions and get answers on the spot.

My office also hosts a PA Medi counselor once a month for one-on-one appointments. If you need help navigating your Medicare options, please reach out to my office.

Overdose Vigil hosted by Sens. John Kane and Tim Kearney

Last Thursday evening, I participated in the annual Overdose Vigil at the Media Courthouse, hosted by Senators Kearney and Kane. August 31 is National Overdose Awareness Day, and we read the names of nearly 350 people who have been lost to overdoses, as shared by Delaware County families. It was a powerful event that reminded me that any family can be impacted by addiction. I’m grateful to groups like MVP Recovery for their work and support and Savage Sisters that were there to offer support.

Labor Day Rally

Yesterday, I joined nearly 4,000 people from across the region at the Philadelphia Labor Day Parade. Many of the rights and protections we enjoy today were hard-fought by men and women in the labor movement—five-day workweeks, paid time off, sick leave, and protections against child labor. I’m grateful for their long-standing efforts and proud to stand in solidarity with them

Important Programs and Services

Need Help Navigating Medicare?

Medicare coverage can be confusing – but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Our office offers FREE, one-on-one Medicare counseling through PA Medi.

Whether you’re new to Medicare, need help during open enrollment, have questions about Medicare Advantage or prescription drug plans (Part D), or want to understand Medigap supplemental insurance, a trained PA Medi counselor can guide you through it.

Appointments are available in my office on November 12 and December 10. Contact my office today to schedule your session.

PECO Customer Relief Fund

Qualifying customers can apply for assistance through PECO’s temporary Customer Relief Fund (CRF). This $10 million fund provides eligible PECO customers with relief in the form of credits on their heating and cooling bills, including electricity and natural gas.

Qualifying customers will receive a $500 grant, which will appear as a credit on their bills.

For more information or to apply visit: https://www.peco.com/.../assistance.../customer-relief-fund

Cost Changes to Pennie

Beginning in 2026, many Pennie enrollees will face higher health insurance costs. One major reason is the expiration of the federal enhanced tax credits, which have helped lower the cost of coverage since 2021. These enhanced tax credits are set to end on December 31, 2025, unless Congress acts to extend them.

If you use Pennie, you can visit https://pennie.com/costs/ to see how your coverage will be affected.

I also encourage you to reach out to your federal elected officials to share how these changes could impact you and your family. Hearing directly from constituents helps them understand how important affordable health care coverage is to our communities.

Make Your Voice Heard

PHEAA Webinars

Creating Your StudentAid.gov Account

Wednesday, September 17

Tuesday, November 4

Searching for Scholarships

Wednesday, September 10

Wednesday, September 24

Financial Aid 101

Tuesday, November 18

Wednesday, December 10

The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is offering webinars throughout the end of the year to assist families with student aid and financial assistance.

These courses include how to complete the PA State Grant form, Searching for Scholarships, and Financial Aid 101.

If you have a child interested in post-secondary education after high school – these webinars are for you!

Please use the following QR Codes or visit www.pheaa.org/virtual to register!

September Mobile Office Hours

*Due to my Senior Expo that is scheduled on Thursday, September 18, we will not be holding our mobile office at Crum Lynne this month.

Chester Township

Tuesday, September 9

1 PM – 3 PM

DCHA Fairgrounds - Bridgeview Apartments

1301 Peterson St., Chester Township

Woodlyn

Thursday, September 11

1 PM – 3 PM

DCHA Kinder Park – Building 4 Community Room

1857 Constitution Ave., Woodlyn

Upland Borough

Tuesday, September 16

1 PM – 3 PM

MacQueen Hall – 224 Castle Ave., Upland

Our Events

Senior Expo

Thursday, September 18, 2025

11 AM - 1 PM

Brookhaven Municipal Center

2 Cambridge Rd.

Brookhaven, PA 19015

To RSVP for this event call my office at 610-534-6880 or email RepKrueger@pahouse.net

Clean Slate Expungement Clinic

Thursday, September 25, 2025

6 PM – 8 PM

Brookhaven Municipal Center

2 Cambridge Road, Brookhaven, PA 19015

Reservations are required.

Email RepKrueger@pahouse.net or 610-534-6880

Fall Shred and Drug Take Back Event

Saturday, September 27

9 AM – Noon

Northley Middle School

2801 Concord Rd. Aston, PA 19014

Protect your identity and get rid of unneeded medications at this event I’m hosting with Sen. John Kane.

Veterans Appreciation Lunch

Thursday, October 23

11 AM – 1 PM

American Legion Hall, Post 926

3220 Concord Rd., Aston, PA 19014

To RSVP, call 610-534-6880 or email RepKrueger@pahouse.net

Veterans and family members are invited to this event that I am co-hosting with Sen. John Kane for a FREE lunch and to learn about government-related programs and services available.