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Daley: SEPTA budget vote starts clock ticking to save service cuts, fare hikes

(3 hours ago) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

HARRISBURG, June 26 – State Rep. Mary Jo Daley, D-Montgomery, released the following statement following the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority’s vote to cut services and raise fare prices in their budget. “As a Pennsylvania state lawmaker and elected representative born and raised in Montgomery County, I’m dismayed that SEPTA was forced today to vote for shutting down 45% of its service and raising fare prices more than 21%,” Daley said. “Make no mistake, this development is unprecedented and will send Philadelphia regional transit as we know it into what engineers, city planners and economists have called a death spiral for the region. “What’s more, today’s vote could have been avoided altogether. As a Democrat in the state House of Representatives, we voted not once, but four times to fund transit across Pennsylvania , including for SEPTA. Each bill has gone ignored by Senate Republican leadership. “These service cuts and fare hikes are so far reaching that they will create a ripple effect on economic activity across the state. They will also put people out of jobs and hundreds of thousands of cars onto our already struggling and expensive roads, polluting our air and adding to commute times and congestion. “Many service cuts would begin January 1, 2026, but others are slated to go into effect as soon as August of this year. While this timeline spells disaster for Read more

 

Combined reporting bill to truly close corporate tax loopholes passes for first time in Pa. House

(7 hours ago) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

HARRISBURG, June 27 – Legislation to close the “ Delaware loophole ” and institute combined reporting was approved by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Wednesday. HB1610 was introduced by Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler , D-Phila., and Rep. Mary Jo Daley , D-Montgomery. This is the first time the House has passed a bill that would truly close the loophole in state law. In Pennsylvania, it is perfectly legal for highly profitable, multi-state corporations to shield their profits in states like Delaware, that have low or no corporate net income taxes. Combined reporting simply closes that loophole by requiring companies making profits in Pennsylvania, report to Pennsylvania. "When 73% of the corporations active in this state pay no corporate taxes at all — and working people struggle to afford the basics — that's not fairness, that's exploitation,” Fiedler said. “It’s ridiculous, puts small businesses at a disadvantage, and leaves our public services without adequate funding. We can generate millions by closing this loophole alone." Thanks in part to corporate tax loopholes, Pennsylvania has one of the most regressive tax structures in the nation. When multi-state corporations pay less than their fair share, a greater tax burden is placed on Pennsylvania-based companies, small businesses, and individual taxpayers. “Just like every hard-working Pennsylvanian has to Read more

 

State lawmakers introduce landmark bills to protect abortion care in Pa.

(Jun 24, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

HARRISBURG, June 24 – Marking the third anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, which has dismantled access to abortion health care in states across the country, Pennsylvania lawmakers today introduced two packages of bills to fight back and protect reproductive health care rights in the commonwealth. Recognizing that the fight for reproductive freedom now rests with the states, the group of legislators said that codifying legal protections for patients and providers into state law is not just a policy choice – it’s now required to uphold the rights that millions lost when Dobbs was decided. "We cannot solely rely on courts to decide women’s rights, and we will not tolerate attempts to criminalize women’s health care in our commonwealth,” said Women’s Health Caucus Co-Chair state Rep. Mary Jo Daley, D-Montgomery . “These protections are the culmination of three legislative sessions of work since Dobbs was handed down in 2022. We listened to women, expert stakeholders, human rights lawyers, doctors and nurses to clearly identify the protections that Dobbs has threatened, and then we created bills to re-establish and enshrine each of those protections at the state level. “These laws draw a clear line: we protect our patients, our providers and their privacy – regardless of where they come from. Abortion care is legal in Pennsylvania, and it must always remain Read more

 

Daley: $20K America250PA grant awarded for Merion Friends Meeting House

(Jun 18, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

MERION STATION, June 18 – Merion Monthly Meeting this week was awarded a $20,000 America250PA Semiquin Grant to help with restoration work at Merion Friends Meeting House, announced state Rep. Mary Jo Daley. The Merion Friends Meeting House is an active and historic Quaker meeting house at 615 Montgomery Ave. in Merion Station. Its construction began as early as 1695 and was completed by 1715, making it the oldest Friends Meeting House in the Delaware Valley. “I am happy to announce that an America250PA grant to preserve and restore the Merion Friends Meeting House has been awarded,” said Daley, D-Montgomery. “This grant honors more than three centuries of history – it supports a place of profound Quaker heritage, where William Penn preached, and generations of Pennsylvanians have gathered since the seventeenth century. “With this funding, we can safeguard the Meeting House’s unique Welsh architecture and continue its legacy as a living landmark in Merion Station.” Semiquin Grant recipients represent 44 communities and organizations from 35 different counties across Pennsylvania. With generous funding support from Gov. Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania General Assembly, America250PA’s Semiquin Grants are supporting educational, civic and celebratory events and programming that elevate and enhance Pennsylvania’s celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday in 2026. Read more

 

Daley: Latest House bill would strengthen public transit across Pa.

(Jun 18, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

HARRISBURG, June 18 – The Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Tuesday passed H.B. 1364 , a landmark piece of bipartisan legislation aimed at providing long-term, sustainable funding for mass transit systems across the state – including a significant and needed boost for SEPTA, said state Rep. Mary Jo Daley. The bill would increase the transfer of existing sales tax revenue to the Public Transportation Trust Fund from 4.4% to 6.15%, providing an expected additional $1.5 billion for transit systems over the next five years, including $292 million for next fiscal year, without a tax hike. It also would invest an additional $500 million into road and bridge projects across Pennsylvania, the most significant investment for roads and bridges in over a decade. Daley, D-Montgomery, said the bill is an important first step for commuters, environmental sustainability and Pennsylvania’s economic competitiveness. The bill will need to be passed in the Senate, where three previous bills to fund mass transit have been ignored by that chamber’s Republican leadership. “This would be a game-changing investment in the future of Pennsylvania,” Daley said. “With H.B. 1364, we are saying loud and clear that we believe in reliable, affordable and modern transit systems – not just around Philadelphia, but in every corner of the commonwealth. Senate Republican leadership must act now to avoid irreparable Read more

 

Daley: Laurel Hill cemeteries, Church of Saint Asaph receive state grants

(Jun 12, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

MERION STATION, June 12 – State Rep. Mary Jo Daley said she is pleased to report that the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission this week announced the award of just over $2 million in Keystone Historic Preservation grants, including two for the 148 th Legislative District. The Church of Saint Asaph received $100,000, while Friends of Laurel Hill & West Laurel Hill Cemeteries received $25,000. The grant program supports historical and heritage organizations, museums, and local governments in 15 counties across Pennsylvania, bolstering efforts to preserve the commonwealth's rich cultural heritage. "The preservation of historic places through public funding is an investment in our region’s identity,” said Daley, D-Montgomery . “By safeguarding these landmarks, we honor our shared past, enrich our present and ensure that future generations inherit the stories that shaped our nation.” “This grant will enable us to continue advancing in our role as stewards of Laurel Hill,” said Laurel Hill President & CEO Nancy Goldenberg . “We are so grateful to all who support our cemetery and recognize it as an important historic resource in the commonwealth and in our community.” The history of The Church of Saint Asaph is closely connected to the Roberts family, whose roots in the United States trace back to 1683, when John Roberts emigrated from Wales and settled in the region known Read more

 

Daley decries widening health care desert in Southeast Pennsylvania

(Jun 11, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

HARRISBURG, June 11 – Private-equity health care mismanagement is quickly expanding a health care desert in Southeast Pennsylvania and stressing medical systems across Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery counties, said state Rep. Mary Jo Daley, D-Montgomery. “House lawmakers have been sounding the alarm over failed private-equity management for years, and yet we still see executives and shareholders run off with pay days and bonuses after they close a hospital and leave patients to the wind ,” said Daley, who co-chairs the bicameral Women’s Health Caucus in the General Assembly . “What’s more, the widening deserts in Delaware and Chester counties strain remaining systems here in Montgomery County and all over the region, affecting even more patients’ well-being.” The closures have led to dangerously long ambulance rides and overcrowded emergency rooms in the remaining regional hospitals. "At Lankenau Medical Center and across Main Line Health, we take pride in providing compassionate, high-quality care for everyone who comes through our doors,” Lankenau Medical Center President Katie Galbraith said. “However, it wasn't right that patients had to experience increased wait times at our hospital in 2022 when Delaware County Memorial Hospital closed, and it's not right that patients in need of a trauma center from the Chester area now have to travel to Lankenau or elsewhere Read more

 

Roundtable on mass transit, SEPTA highlights critical need for state funding

(Jun 05, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

State Rep. Mary Jo Daley hosted an expert roundtable today on the future of transit funding in Pennsylvania, including for SEPTA. The roundtable featured civic and business leaders who called for immediate funding for SEPTA and explained the economic relationship that transit plays in a world-class city and Pennsylvania. “I have voted five times in the last two House legislative sessions to support statewide transit with dedicated funding,” said Daley, D-Montgomery . “Those measures have been ignored in the state Senate, but we’re still fighting to pass funding this session, possibly along with the state budget. “I am a devoted transit rider, and I’ve had some of my most meaningful conversations while on public transportation. I cut my carbon footprint with SEPTA, and I have met so many new people on SEPTA, because SEPTA is about people. Without it, our region and state would grind to a halt.” SEPTA and other transit systems throughout Pennsylvania are grappling with significant budget shortfalls that put essential transit services at risk. “SEPTA service has a tremendous impact on the economy of our region and state,” said SEPTA General Manager Scott A. Sauer . “Without new funding for transit, SEPTA will be forced to move forward with service cuts that would significantly reduce property values, depress job and earnings growth, and result in hundreds of millions Read more

 

Daley to host annual Senior Fair June 13 in Wynnewood

(Jun 05, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

State Rep. Mary Jo Daley will host her annual Senior Fair from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, June 13 at the Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Road in Wynnewood. Seniors in Whitemarsh Township, Narberth and Lower Merion Township are invited to visit this free event, which will feature more than 30 vendors focused on senior life – including state, federal and local agencies, veterans’ organizations, community organizations and more. The event will also feature the opportunity to receive COVID, RSV and pneumonia vaccines. Those who would like a vaccine can register here . Daley’s office will also take donations of diapers and menstrual products during the event to support Mission Kids , which is a local organization that supports children in the community. Main Line Health is slated to provide blood pressure screenings. People 65 or older with a photo ID will be able to apply for or renew a SEPTA Senior Key Card at the event. SEPTA will accept the applications, and the cards will be mailed out to seniors once they are processed. The Kaiserman JCC will offer a class called Stretch and Sculpt from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. during the fair. Stretch and Sculpt aims to improve muscle flexibility, while also strengthening all parts of the body. Participants should be prepared to work out in a standing or sitting fashion. Other classes and presentations available at the fair include: 10:30 a.m. - Read more

 

Daley to host public roundtable calling for transit funding on June 5

(May 30, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

MERION STATION, May 30 – The public is invited to attend an expert roundtable over the future of mass transit funding in Pennsylvania, including for SEPTA, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 5, in the second-floor Board Room of the Lower Merion Township Building, 75 E. Lancaster Ave. in Ardmore. State Rep. Mary Jo Daley will host experts who will discuss mass transit, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority and its economic impact. The event will also be live-streamed for the public at Lower Merion Township - YouTube and LMTV Live - LMTV - Lower Merion Township Television . Those who would like to attend in person are encouraged to take SEPTA. The Lower Merion Township Building is five minutes from the Ardmore train station and close to several bus lines . Slated to speak are: Moderator:      Robert Previdi : member, Pennsylvania Transportation Advisory Committee and policy director, Save the Train. Speakers: Ariella Maron : executive director, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission. Richard Voith : president and chair of Board of E-Consult. Scott Sauer : general manager, SEPTA general manager. Bernard Dagenais : president, Main Line Chamber of Commerce. Todd M. Sinai : president, Lower Merion Township Board of Commissioners; professor of real estate and business economics and public policy (with tenure), The Wharton School, Read more

 

Riverbend Environmental Education Center awarded state grant

(May 27, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

HARRISBURG, May 27 – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection awarded Riverbend Environmental Education Center a $29,312 state grant to help educate students about watersheds, announced state Rep. Mary Jo Daley. Making Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences Work for You: A Year-long Community of Practice & Professional Development Program will benefit K-8 teachers who are teaching students about the environment. The program is a three-day intensive Summer Science Workshop, for a new cohort of teachers who focus on learning through Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences (MWEEs). “Investing in environmental education is investing in our future,” said Daley, D-Montgomery. “This grant to Riverbend Environmental Education Center will give teachers the tools and training they need to engage students in meaningful, hands-on learning about our local watersheds. I’m proud to support programs that connect science education with real-world environmental stewardship.” Read more

 

Senior Fair is June 13

(May 22, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

I will hold a district-wide Senior Fair from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, June 13, at the Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Road, Wynnewood. Read more

 

E-News: Continuing the fight for SEPTA; Come talk with me May 27

(May 19, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

I want you to know that I’m fighting for SEPTA. As your state representative and chair of the House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee, I hear exactly how Pennsylvania’s economy relies on the things that make us powerful and unique, and I could not be prouder or more committed to fight for SEPTA, our premier people-mover in Southeast Pennsylvania. Read more

 

Daley highlights legislation for mental health training in schools

(May 14, 2025) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

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) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

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) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

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) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

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) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

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) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

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) Rep. Mary Jo Daley

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: SEPTA budget vote starts clock ticking to save service cuts, fare hikes
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