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$43 million in state funding across Philly!

 

Team Neilson Bags for Hunger

We are always happy to take part in ShopRite of Morrell Plaza's Bag for Hunger! Thanks for inviting Team Neilson.

 

 

Bringing state funding to Philly

Over 1,000 projects across the city were awarded funding from investments in education, community services and bolstering our workforce – PA House Democrats are always working for you.

 

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Apply for the PA House Legislative Fellowship Program by Oct. 1

Know a college student interested in state government? Let them know the PA House Legislative Fellowship Program is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2027 semester.

 

Fellows will work at the beautiful state Capitol on committees or in leadership offices.

 

 This is a great opportunity for college students who want to learn the ins and outs of state government with hands-on experience.

 

Applications are due by October 1. 

 

Go to pahousefellowship.us for more information and directions on how to apply.

 

Medicare Scam Alert

You don't have a "Medicare file" that needs updating. If you get a call saying your Medicare file needs to be updated, hang up. Medicare isn’t asking for this; it’s a scam. If you did confirm or give out your Medicare number, report it to the Senior Medicare Patrol.

 

Save the Dates - Two upcoming events

 

Important Voting Information

Remember, elections happen more than just every four years – and each vote is a chance to shape the future you want to see.

 

Some key dates to keep in mind for 2026:

 

LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE: October 19

Register to vote here 

 

LAST DAY TO APPLY FOR MAIL-IN BALLOT OR ABSENTEE BALLOT: October 27

Apply for a mail-in ballot here

 

GENERAL ELECTION DATE: November 3; polls are open for in-person voting from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Click here to find your polling place.

 

If you plan to vote by mail but get too close to Election Day to mail your completed ballot, the city has several secure ballot drop boxes and satellite election offices available to ensure your vote is counted.

 

Just remember to get your completed ballot there by 8 p.m. on Nov. 3.

 

Find your local drop box here.

 

Here is a list of Satellite Offices around the city.

 

PA college students: Not sure where to vote this fall? You can register at your campus address or your home address. Learn more: vote.pa.gov/College

 

Rep. Neilson's Traffic Alerts

I-95 Construction to Restrict Tacony Street in Northeast Philadelphia

 

Drivers are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the work area because backups and delays will occur.

  • Southbound Tacony Street is reduced to one lane between Bridge Street and Van Kirk Street through late 2027 for Interstate 95 construction in Northeast Philadelphia.

The work adjacent to Tacony Street includes demolition and reconstruction of I-95 structures and construction of a long retaining wall to support I-95 widening of northbound I-95. The activities are part of PennDOT’s ongoing I-95/BS2 project that will reconstruct I-95 in both directions between Margaret Street and Carver Street.

 

For more information on PennDOT’s I-95 reconstruction program, visit www.95revive.com.

 

Resurfacing Operations State Highways in Philadelphia

Drivers are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the work areas or along the detour routes because backups and delays will occur. All scheduled activities are weather dependent.

 

Travelers can check conditions on major roads by visiting www.511PA.com.

 

511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 1,200 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.? 

 
 

If you need help with any state government-related program, please don’t hesitate to contact my office.

 

Sincerely,

 

Pennsylvania State Capitol

127 Irvis Office Building

PO Box 202174

Harrisburg, PA 17120-2174
(717) 772-4032

District Office

16 Old Ashton Road
Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 330-3714

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