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Daley highlights legislation for mental health training in schools

(1 day ago)

HARRISBURG, May 14 – In concert with Mental Health Awareness Month, state Rep. Mary Jo Daley, D-Montgomery, today highlighted the need for Pennsylvania school coaches to receive mental health training. She was joined by students, coaches, and friends and relatives of students who have struggled with mental health issues or been lost to suicide. Daley’s upcoming bill would require that coaches receive mental health awareness training similar to training required of other school personnel. The bill would also ensure that all students, their parents or guardians, athletic staff and extracurricular advisors are informed of the availability of mental health services within their school and/or local community. “School is the central part of a young person’s life for the majority of our first two decades,” Daley said. “For many students, school isn’t just about classes – it’s where they grow, socialize and find their sense of belonging. Extracurriculars like sports often deepen that connection, making school a really big part of their daily lives. That’s why the role of teachers, coaches and mentors is so critical. These dedicated individuals shape lives not just by teaching lessons or leading practice, but by being present, involved and supportive.” A recent study surveying more than 10,000 coaches found that only 18% of youth coaches feel highly confident in their ability to link Read more

 

The hidden cost of DOGE: Pennsylvania is paying the price for a dangerous experiment in government downsizing

(May 13, 2025)

The Department of Government Efficiency, established under President Donald Trump and ostensibly led by Elon Musk, has become one of the most disruptive forces seen in modern governance. With more than 221,000 federal employees already laid off and plans underway to cut the federal workforce by 75%, the impact of DOGE’s actions is real, and Pennsylvania is one of its earliest casualties. While DOGE’s stated mission is to streamline government, the results have been more chaotic than efficient. In Pennsylvania, the fallout has amounted to at least $15 million in lost federal support across vital sectors such as food security, housing assistance and education. From the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank losing millions of pounds of food to Montgomery County missing out on a $5 million homelessness grant, the effects have been severe and far-reaching. Yet, the financial toll tells only part of the story. The human cost is far greater. DOGE has overseen the elimination of hundreds of thousands of federal jobs, including many held by veterans. There have been 2,400 positions eliminated from the Department of Veterans Affairs alone. The National Federation of Federal Employees estimates that if DOGE’s plan moves forward unchecked, nearly 500,000 veterans could also lose their jobs. These are people who served their country now being discarded in the name of efficiency. What makes this even more concerning is the shadowy nature of Read more

 

House tourism chair Daley praises Shapiro efforts to boost trips in PA

(May 06, 2025)

HARRISBURG, May 6 – PA House Tourism & Recreational Development Committee Chair Mary Jo Daley said today she is proud to help announce that the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development launched the newest chapter in its tourism initiative: the “ Get Away ” campaign, an expansion of the Pennsylvania: The Great American Getaway brand. Announced by DCED Deputy Secretary of Tourism Anne Ryan , the campaign encourages travelers to embrace spontaneity, recharge away from the everyday grind and rediscover the joy of exploration across Pennsylvania’s diverse landscapes. With its blend of serene natural beauty, vibrant small towns, historic sites and unexpected adventures, Pennsylvania is the perfect destination for travelers seeking a refreshing, meaningful escape, she said. The “Get Away” campaign rolls out across major regional markets and metro areas through television, digital and social media, transit center takeovers, and out-of-home advertising — all spotlighting the state’s off-the-beaten-path destinations. “Sometimes, the best memories come from moments you didn’t plan — a detour that leads to a hidden trail, a quiet town that sparks curiosity or a last-minute getaway that brings real peace,” said Daley, D-Montgomery. “The ‘Get Away’ campaign taps into our spirit of freedom and discovery and shows why Pennsylvania is the place Read more

 

Supporting Black maternal health and reproductive rights across PA

(Apr 22, 2025)

Happy Spring! As the weather warms up, so does legislative action in the state Capitol and across the state. Read more

 

Fully funding SEPTA would save drastic cuts, hikes

(Apr 14, 2025)

Many of you have contacted my office regarding SEPTA’s future, and I want you to know that I strongly support directing state funds to help it continue deliver invaluable services all over Southeast Pennsylvania, especially here in Montgomery County. Read more

 

Members of PA House Southeast Delegation respond to SEPTA's proposed service cuts & rate hikes

(Apr 10, 2025)

Pennsylvania House lawmakers who represent Delaware, Chester and Montgomery counties are expressing concern in response to the budget proposal SEPTA released today that would make drastic service cuts and fare increases to address its budget deficit. Read more

 

Powell, Howard, Daley & Shusterman advocate for reproductive rights in Harrisburg

(Apr 07, 2025)

HARRISBURG, April 7 – State Reps. Lindsay Powell, Kristine C. Howard, Mary Jo Daley and Melissa Shusterman rallied for reproductive rights today in the state Capitol Rotunda, alongside Planned Parenthood PA advocates. “In this post-Roe era, the blurred lines between legality and restriction have dangerously entangled law, politics and human life,” Powell, D-Allegheny, said. “Elected officials take an oath of office to defend the rights of the people, not strip them away for the sake of political agendas. This is a battle we cannot afford to lose.” “While abortion remains legal in Pennsylvania, it is heavily regulated by the Abortion Control Act, a Reagan-era law that became the playbook for abortion restrictions nationwide,” Howard, D-Chester, added. “My legislation, the Reproductive Freedom Act , would eliminate this law and replace it with a much more perfect statutory scheme, a more rational and compassionate model positioning Pennsylvania as a leader in reproductive rights.” "Our state must be a place where personal freedoms are protected and where every resident can access health care without interference," Daley, D-Montgomery, and co-chair of the PA Women's Health Caucus, said. "By supporting these safeguards, we affirm our shared commitment to personal liberty, civil discourse and the protection of every Pennsylvanian’s right to seek care safely and freely." “We Read more

 

Daley, Robinson applaud first meeting of Pennsylvania-Ireland Trade Commission

(Mar 31, 2025)

HARRISBURG, March 31 – State Rep. Mary Jo Daley and state Sen. Devlin Robinson celebrated the inaugural meeting Tuesday of the Pennsylvania-Ireland Trade Commission, marking a significant milestone in strengthening economic and cultural ties between the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Ireland. The commission was established following the passage of legislation (H.B 2132) last session, which Gov. Josh Shapiro ceremonially signed into law Tuesday during a special event attended by Irish and Pennsylvania officials. The commission, which is comprised of government, business and education leaders, will focus on enhancing trade, investment and academic exchange opportunities between Pennsylvania and Ireland. The effort aligns with Pennsylvania’s broader strategy to engage international markets and create economic opportunities for local businesses. Daley and Robinson were named co-chairs of the commission. They discussed how they would like to establish subcommittees within the commission to help members of the commission use their expertise to advance the mission and goals. “I am thrilled to see the Pennsylvania-Ireland Trade Commission officially begin its work,” said Daley, D-Montgomery. “This commission represents a momentous step in formalizing and expanding the strong business, educational and cultural connections that already exist between Pennsylvania and Ireland. By fostering collaboration, we can unlock Read more

 

Daley, Sinai applaud Shapiro administration grants for Ida recovery

(Mar 31, 2025)

HARRISBURG, March 31 – State Rep. Mary Jo Daley today applauded the Shapiro administration for funding recovery efforts in Montgomery County disaster areas impacted by Hurricane Ida in 2021. The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development approved $18,633,011 in disaster recovery grants to help 16 projects in southeast Pennsylvania with housing rehabilitation and infrastructure improvements. Among them are: $1,121,200 to Lower Merion Township for stormwater repairs and mitigation improvements. $300,000 for Lafayette Road culvert repair. $80,000 for bridge repairs at Grenox Road. $60,000 for bridge repairs at Bryn Mawr Avenue. $50,000 for bridge repairs at Beech Road (South). $30,000 for bridge repairs at Rosyln Lane. $30,000 for bridge repairs at Morris Road. $30,000 for bridge repairs at Wyngate Road. $1,000,000 for River Road culvert improvements. “Congratulations to Lower Merion Township for securing state funding that will help maintain the quality of life in our community,” said Daley. D-Montgomery . “Any time we direct state funding toward local improvement, it helps critical projects get completed and it saves on local costs. Lower Merion Township’s work on this grant reflects the commitment to excellence that our commissioners and staff consistently exhibit.” “This generous $1,121,200 Read more

 

Paper Shredding Event in Penn Valley is April 6; Meet the Rep Event is Friday

(Mar 25, 2025)

If you have papers and documents that need securely shredded and recycled, then my free Paper Shredding Event is for you. Join me for a free shred event Sunday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to noon (or until the truck is full) at Har Zion Temple, 1500 Hagys Ford Road, Penn Valley. Read more

 

Daley, Ortitay welcome wildlife corridors study by PennEnvironment

(Mar 19, 2025)

HARRISBURG, March 19 – State Reps. Mary Jo Daley and Jason Ortitay today helped release a new wildlife corridor and conservation report authored by PennEnvironment. The PennEnvironment Research and Policy Center released a new report highlighting the innovative wildlife corridor projects around the state that protect Pennsylvania’s native wildlife and aid conservation efforts. The report titled “Wildlife Corridors: How reconnecting habitats is protecting Pennsylvania’s native species” provides an in-depth analysis of the work that safe corridors and crossings do across the state and makes recommendations for creating more. Last year, Daley and Ortitay announced another corridor report from the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee that outlined steps needed to report wildlife collisions and safeguard ecosystems in Pennsylvania. “It has been almost a year since the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee released its report as a result of a resolution we sponsored to study the current status of conservation connectivity in the commonwealth,” said Ortitay, R-Washington/Allegheny. “This report by PennEnvironment reinforces some of the LBFC recommendations. Now is the time to act.” “Together, these reports paint an extremely in-depth look at the realities Pennsylvania faces conserving critical habitat for its wilderness,” said Daley, D-Montgomery. “We have Read more

 

King of Prussia Driver License Center to hold REAL ID Day on Monday

(Feb 27, 2025)

MERION STATION, Feb. 27 – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will host a REAL ID Day at the King of Prussia Driver License Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, March 3. The King of Prussia Driver License Center is located at 143 South Gulph Road in King of Prussia. State Rep. Mary Jo Daley is encouraging Pennsylvanians who would like to obtain a REAL ID to take advantage of these special hours. “I thank PennDOT for recognizing the importance of the REAL ID deadline and the measures it’s taken to help Pennsylvanians access their services,” said Daley, D-Montgomery. Not everyone needs a REAL ID; It depends on a person’s travel and identification needs. Starting May 7, a REAL ID or another TSA-approved identification (such as a passport) will be required to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities. You do not need a REAL ID if: You have a valid U.S. Passport. You have another federally accepted form of ID (such as a military ID). You do not plan to fly or enter federal facilities that require it. “If you plan to travel by air within the U.S. after May 7th, and do not have a passport or qualifying federal ID, getting a REAL ID could be a good idea. Otherwise, it’s optional,” Daley said. Read more

 

E-News: Budget hearings underway in Harrisburg; Meet the Rep event is Monday

(Feb 21, 2025)

I hope this email finds you warm and safe this February. Our thoughts are with our neighbors in Abington. As of this morning, the fire at SPS Technologies is active but under control. Read more

 

Daley celebrates House passage of bike lane protections

(Feb 03, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Feb. 3 – State Rep. Mary Jo Daley, D-Montgomery, said she is pleased to report that the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed her bill creating parking-protected bike lanes today. These special lanes would allow street parking to be reconfigured with vehicles parked further from the curb to leave space for a protected bike lane. “Under current law, a vehicle has to park within 12 inches of a curb,” Daley said. “This bill will update the law and allow vehicles to park farther away from these curbs, creating a bike lane between the curb and the parked car. “This change has been a long time coming, and I hope that the Senate picks up this critical work soon. Lives are depending on it.” House Bill 291 is also referred to as Susan’s and Emily’s Law. In October 2015, Susan Hicks was struck from behind and killed at the corner of Forbes and Bigelow in Pittsburgh. In November 2017, Emily Fredricks was riding her bike to work on Spruce Street in Philadelphia when she was struck and killed by a sanitation truck. This measure is supported by PennDOT’s Pedalcycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, BikePGH, and the Pennsylvania Municipal League, among others. This bill does not require changes to be made; it simply provides local authorities with a legal option to consider, Daley said. For more information, Read more

 

Daley announces state funding for Montco, America250 projects

(Jan 31, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 31 – State Rep. Mary Jo Daley today announced several state grant awards for projects in Lower Merion Township and Montgomery County. The Commonwealth Financing Authority awarded Lower Merion Township $100,000 for the Pencoyd Landing Trail project and another $100,000 to the Penn Wynne Library Association for the library’s Community Reading Garden. The CFA approved the funding under its Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program. Additionally, America250PA granted $20,000 to The Jack Miller Center for Teaching America’s Founding Principles and History under its Semiquincentennial Grant Program. “Our area’s penchant for developing a deep connection with history and our public amenities is second to none,” Daley said . “We are truly fortunate to have dedicated public servants and officials who recognize how important this region is to Pennsylvania and the country, and they work tirelessly to promote it. Many thanks are in order for their work bolstering Montgomery County and serving the people who call it home.” “Thanks to a partnership among Lower Merion Township, West Laurel Hill Cemetery, and the offices, hotels and restaurants at Pencoyd Landing, we are excited to complete the trail gap between the Cynwyd Heritage Trail and the Schuylkill River Trail,” said Lower Merion Assistant Director for Building & Planning Chris Leswing . “This short but Read more

 

February Meet the Rep Event

(Jan 29, 2025)

7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24 at the Belmont Hills Library in Bala Cynwyd. Read more

 

Senior Fair is June 13

(Jan 29, 2025)

I will hold a district-wide Senior Fair from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 1, at the Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood. Read more

 

Pennsylvania’s Women’s Health Caucus and the Black Maternal Health Caucus join together to lay out priorities for Pennsylvania’s 2025-2026 legislative session

(Jan 27, 2025)

Today, the Pennsylvania Women’s Health Caucus (WHC) and the Black Maternal Health Caucus (BMHC) released a joint statement after holding a press conference to lay out their legislative priorities for the 2025-2025 session. Watch the recording here. The statement is as follows: Read more

 

Pennsylvania's 2025-26 House Session is Underway

(Jan 24, 2025)

It has been an honor to serve as your state representative, and I am thankful for the trust and support you’ve placed in me as we embark on a new legislative session in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Read more

 

Daley begins seventh term, will focus on policy benefitting women, tourism

(Jan 07, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 7 – State Rep. Mary Jo Daley was sworn into the Pennsylvania House of Representatives today, beginning her seventh term serving the 148 th Legislative District in Montgomery County. Daley said that she will continue representing the interests of her fellow Pennsylvanians, especially those of women, as she seeks to build on her experience last session as Women’s Health Caucus co-chair. She also will reassume duties as chair of the House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee. “There will undoubtedly be a lot of hard work facing Pennsylvania’s General Assembly these next two years,” said Daley, D-Montgomery. “For my part, I especially anticipate the important work that still needs done to fully secure a woman’s right to choose abortion care in Pennsylvania. While abortions are still safe and legal in Pennsylvania due to a constitutional prohibition against denial or abridgment of equality of rights because of sex, there is still work to be done to overturn laws that create unnecessary barriers to accessible reproductive rights. “With respect to my work in the Tourism Committee, I look forward to continuing expanding Pennsylvania’s reach as the great American getaway, along with Gov. Josh Shapiro and his administration. Dollars that come from tourism go a great distance in financing improvements to all of the commonwealth’s cultural and geographical Read more

 

Daley highlights legislation for mental health training in schools
1 day ago

The hidden cost of DOGE: Pennsylvania is paying the price for a dangerous experiment in government downsizing
May 13, 2025

House tourism chair Daley praises Shapiro efforts to boost trips in PA
May 06, 2025

Supporting Black maternal health and reproductive rights across PA
Apr 22, 2025

Fully funding SEPTA would save drastic cuts, hikes
Apr 14, 2025

Members of PA House Southeast Delegation respond to SEPTA's proposed service cuts & rate hikes
Apr 10, 2025

Powell, Howard, Daley & Shusterman advocate for reproductive rights in Harrisburg
Apr 07, 2025

Daley, Robinson applaud first meeting of Pennsylvania-Ireland Trade Commission
Mar 31, 2025

Daley, Sinai applaud Shapiro administration grants for Ida recovery
Mar 31, 2025

Paper Shredding Event in Penn Valley is April 6; Meet the Rep Event is Friday
Mar 25, 2025

Daley, Ortitay welcome wildlife corridors study by PennEnvironment
Mar 19, 2025

King of Prussia Driver License Center to hold REAL ID Day on Monday
Feb 27, 2025

E-News: Budget hearings underway in Harrisburg; Meet the Rep event is Monday
Feb 21, 2025

Daley celebrates House passage of bike lane protections
Feb 03, 2025

Daley announces state funding for Montco, America250 projects
Jan 31, 2025

February Meet the Rep Event
Jan 29, 2025

Senior Fair is June 13
Jan 29, 2025

Pennsylvania’s Women’s Health Caucus and the Black Maternal Health Caucus join together to lay out priorities for Pennsylvania’s 2025-2026 legislative session
Jan 27, 2025

Pennsylvania's 2025-26 House Session is Underway
Jan 24, 2025

Daley begins seventh term, will focus on policy benefitting women, tourism
Jan 07, 2025