As I continue my work in the 24th Legislative District, know that my staff and I work for you. If you have any concerns, contact me at RepMayes@pahouse.net or call my office at 412.665.5502.

I am thrilled to be hosting my first Maternal Health Fair on Thursday, October 9, from 3:00–6:00 PM at East Liberty Family Health Care Center in Lincoln-Lemington.

As Co-Chair of the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus, I am committed to addressing Black maternal health in our community. This fair is another way I hope to educate our district about this important issue. There will be resources, free food, and I’ll be giving away 500 blood pressure monitors to our pregnant and postpartum neighbors!

A special thanks to my community partners, including East Liberty Family Health Care Center, GlobalLinks, and Hello Baby.

Register for the Maternal Health Fair here. Call my office at 412.665.5502 or email Tiana Staten at TStaten@pahouse.net for questions or more information. I look forward to seeing you next month!

I will be joining Rep. Lindsay Powell to host a free shredding event TOMORROW, Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Vintage Center for Active Adults in East Liberty. Stop by to get organized and securely dispose of your documents. You may bring up to two boxes of paper, and your boxes will be returned to your car afterward.

To commemorate America’s 250th anniversary and honor Pennsylvania’s strong commitment to education, America250PA will be awarding $250,000 in scholarships to deserving Pennsylvania students attending in-state colleges next school year.

Any Pennsylvania high school senior who plans to attend a college or university in Pennsylvania for the 2026-27 academic year may apply. Twenty-five scholarships, totaling $10,000 each, will be awarded.

Applications are due January 31, 2026. More details, including matches by partner institutions, can be found here.

If you’re searching for state grant funding, please remember that the state has a handy search tool, which you can find here. A list of grant programs currently accepting applications also is on my website located here.

As part of the Mayor and Pittsburgh Parks and Recreation's CitiSports program’s commitment to violence prevention and the creation of safe spaces for youth, this initiative serves as a critical component of Mayor Gainey’s violence prevention strategy. It aims to engage the city’s most at-risk youth by providing access to safe, welcoming environments and offering constructive activities that support both personal and professional growth. 

Ensuring safe recreational spaces for our youth is essential to fostering healthy development, community engagement, and positive social behavior. These spaces provide young people with opportunities to stay active, build relationships, and explore their interests in a secure and supportive environment. Investing in Recreation Centers not only benefits young individuals but also strengthens communities by promoting well-being, equity, and a sense of belonging.  

Join us on Friday nights for a fun-filled event!

Community Food Solutions mini grant is open and is now accepting applications. Community Food Solutions is focused on increasing food access in our neighborhoods and communities throughout Allegheny County. They fund grants up to $7,500 to small-scale, grassroots organizations and groups that are working on addressing food insecurity in our region. 

The application will be open through September 29, 2025. If you have any specific lists or contacts in mind, feel free to respond to this email with them and we will reach out with the information.      

Here is the link to apply: https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/6JFuMc

Significant changes are coming to the SNAP food program that could cut off food assistance for many Pennsylvanians. Beginning September 1, more than 230,000 SNAP recipients in Pennsylvania will be subject to new work requirements to maintain their benefits under the federal  so-called “Big Beautiful Bill.” Recipients who do not comply will be limited to receiving SNAP benefits for only three months within a three-year period.

There are exemptions in the law that allow some individuals to keep their benefits. My office, along with the Department of Human Services (DHS), can help you navigate these changes. For more information, visit the DHS Website or call them at 800.692.7462. You can also call my office at 412.665.5502.

You can apply for a rebate on property taxes or rent paid in 2024. Last session, we passed landmark legislation that expanded eligibility, allowing more Pennsylvanians than ever to qualify. We also took another step forward by increasing the maximum annual income limit from $45,000 to $46,520.

This program is available to seniors 65 and older, widows and widowers 50 and older, and people with disabilities 18 and older.

For more information, to check your eligibility, and to apply, contact my office at 412.665.5502 or click here. The application deadline has been extended until December 31.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

111-A East Wing

Harrisburg, PA 17120

(717) 783-1017

District Office

2015-2017 Centre Avenue, Floor 1
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

(412) 665-5502