Dear Neighbor,

January has been a busy month so far. While I am not scheduled for a voting session in Harrisburg until January 26, I’ve been staying active here in the district—meeting with constituents in my office and attending community events and local meetings. I always enjoy being out in the community and connecting with neighbors and local leaders.

Yesterday, we celebrated the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I had the opportunity to help connect Dennis Owens from ABC27 in Harrisburg with local experts to discuss Dr. King’s connection to Delaware County while he attended Crozer Seminary in Upland Borough. I am grateful to the local residents working to preserve this important site, which is located on the grounds of the former Crozer-Chester Medical Center, whose hospital closed last year.

Last week, I had a great time in Harrisburg attending the Pennsylvania Farm Show and taking part in the Celebrity Feed Scurry. Wendy from my Brookhaven office joined me, and I was grateful to have her there—her energy and teamwork made the event even more fun. The Farm Show is always a fantastic way to showcase Pennsylvania agriculture and celebrate the hardworking people who make it such an important part of our Commonwealth. If you haven’t had a chance to attend, be sure to add it to your Pennsylvania Bucket List for next year!

Applications for the Summer 2026 Pennsylvania House of Representatives Legislative Fellowship Program are now being accepted.

House Fellows work with legislative committees or House Leadership offices to gain hands-on experience—drafting and presenting legislation, attending meet-and-greets with public officials and staff, and more! It’s an excellent introduction to the day-to-day workings of the legislature for undergraduate, graduate, and law students interested in a career in state government.

Applications for the summer semester are due Monday, March 2. The 2026 program runs from Thursday, June 4, through Thursday, August 6, and all fellowships are based in Harrisburg.

 Qualified applicants will be:

1. College undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or law school students;
2. Enrolled in a Pennsylvania college/university, or a Pennsylvania resident enrolled in an out-of-state institution; and
3. Pursuing any major with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

If you know of any college students who would benefit from the Fellowship Program, please invite them to visit the website at: www.pahousefellowship.us. Applications can be submitted via email to: pahousefellowship@pabmc.net.

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I joined community members and fellow elected officials in Upper Darby for a unity breakfast honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King, hosted by the YMCA of Eastern Delaware County. We were privileged to hear from guest speaker Dr. Marta Yera Cronin, President of Delaware County Community College. The quote from Dr. King that greeted us from the stage— “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?”—is one I’m reflecting on this week.

Last Friday, I was honored to join Aston Township officials, elected leaders, and community members for a ribbon-cutting celebrating the Township’s new administration offices and the new home of the Aston Township Police Department. This state-of-the-art facility is an important investment in our community, and I’m proud to have helped secure $1.1 million in state grant funding to support its construction. I’ll never forget the day I got the call that the previous municipal building had black mold, leading to unsafe conditions for police officers and other municipal employees. I was glad to support this project to create a safe workspace for Aston police and a gathering space for the Aston community.

I was happy to join America250PA for their kickoff event at the Media Courthouse. Pennsylvania played a vital role in shaping our nation and Delaware County is at the center of that history. America250PADelco will be having some great programs throughout the year to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

For more information, please visit america250padelco.org

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program is now open for taxes or rent that you paid in 2025.

If you are age 65 or older, ages 18 to 64 and are permanently disabled, or a widow or widower ages 55 to 64, you may be eligible for a rebate on property taxes or rent paid in 2025. Your gross income must not exceed $48,110.

NOTE: Income limits have been increased; you may qualify, even if you didn't before.

Reach out to my office at 610-534-6880 to see if you qualify!

The income limit for the Retired Status Vehicle Registration program has been increased to $30,778, effective Jan. 1.

Retirees who qualify pay a reduced registration fee of $12, instead of the standard $48. To qualify, applicants must be retired and receiving Social Security or other pension payments. The applicant must be listed as an owner on the vehicle’s registration, and only one vehicle per qualified applicant may be registered at the reduced rate. Eligible vehicles must be passenger cars or trucks with a registered gross weight of 9,000 pounds or less.

My office can help you submit the application, or you can learn more about the program here: https://www.pa.gov/.../apply-for-retired-status-vehicle...

The open enrollment period for Pennie, the state’s health insurance marketplace, is now open until Jan. 31. Shop for plans and enroll in high-quality health coverage at Pennie.com.

Please note that due to federal law, Pennie expects changes that impact the cost of health coverage as well as other enrollment requirements. Learn more about the changes here. 

If you have questions or need help enrolling, visit Pennie.com/connect or call the Pennie Customer Service Center at 1-844-844-8040. 

Searching for Scholarships and Affording the Balance

Thursday, February 12

6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

Advanced Planning for Financing Higher Education

Thursday, January 22

6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

Thursday, February 17

NOON – 12:45 PM

To honor Pennsylvania’s long-standing commitment to education, the state commission planning America’s 250th anniversary will award $250,000 in scholarships to deserving Pennsylvania students attending in-state colleges next school year.

Any Pennsylvania high school senior planning to attend a Pennsylvania college in 2026–27 is eligible to apply. The America250PA commission will award twenty-five scholarships of $10,000 each.

 Applications are due Jan. 31. More details can be found here.

Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful has announced the return of their Litter Hawk Youth Award Program. This year’s theme, Celebrate America250 – Keep It Beautiful, invites Pennsylvania students in grades K–6 to showcase their creativity and inspire pride in our communities as we approach America’s 250th anniversary.

Whether through art, writing, or video, young leaders can demonstrate the power of their voices. Winners will be announced in April 2026 and celebrated at an awards ceremony at the Pennsylvania State Capitol.

All winners, along with their families, guardians, and teachers, are invited to attend. Special guests will include representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and America250PA.

The program deadline is January 31, 2026. Contest details and the application can be found here: Litter Hawk Youth Award Program - Keep PA Beautiful.

Dog Licensing Event

Thursday, January 22

3 PM – 6 PM

Brookhaven Municipal Center

2 Cambridge Rd., Brookhaven, PA 19015

Registration is required. Call 610-534-6880 to register.

Please note this event does have licensing fees. Payment is by cash or check only.

Annual Dog License

Regular License Fees - $10.80

Senior Citizen/Person with Disability Fee - $8.80

Lifetime Dog License

Fee - $52.80

Senior Citizen/Person with Disability Fee - $36.80

Applicants for a lifetime license must bring a completed Permanent ID Verification form and proof of microchipping signed by a veterinarian.

For more information on fees and required forms, please contact our office.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Event

Wednesday, February 11

11 AM – 3 PM

Ridley Township Public Library

100 MacDade Blvd., Folsom, PA 19033

To register for this event call 610-534-6880 or 610-544-6120.

Ice on State

January 24-25

State St., Media, PA 19063

For more information visit:  https://visitmediapa.com/event/ice-on-state-presented-by-visit-delco/

DCHD Free Community BLS CPR Training

Tuesday, January 27

12 PM – 4 PM

Keystone First Wellness

1929 W. 9th St., Chester, PA 19013

Thursday, January 29

9 AM – 1 PM

Yeadon Wellness Center

125 Chester Ave., Yeadon, PA 19050

Devereux Family Resilience Conference

February 7, 2026

11 AM – 4:15 PM

During this free, virtual event, attendees will explore practical strategies for building resilience in everyday life. Through inspiring keynote presentations, interactive wellness activities, and meaningful panel discussions sharing lived experiences, participants will gain tools to combat compassion fatigue, foster optimism, and strengthen their support networks.

Interested? Click here to reserve your spot.

The deadline to register is Friday, January 30.

Main Line Health Smokefree Program

Program 1

Tuesdays: January 6, 13,20, 27 Feb. 3, 10

Virtual: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Program 2

Thursday: January 15. 22.29. Feb. 5, 12, 19

Virtual: 4 PM – 5 PM

Program 3

Tuesday: February 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17

Virtual: 10 AM – 11 AM

Program 4

Wednesday: February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1

Virtual: 7 PM – 8 PM

Register by calling 484-227-3733

Pennsylvania State Capitol
512-E Main Capitol Building

 PO Box 202161
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2161
(717) 705-2567

District Office

115 E. Brookhaven Rd.
Brookhaven, PA 19015
(610) 534-6880

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