E-Blast: Legislative Updates, Veteran's BBQ, Conestoga Winners, & more!

(Jun 16, 2023)

Congratulations to the Conestoga High School Robotics Team 6121C for their impressive win at the Eastern PA State Skills Competition and advancement to the VEX Robotics World Championship! Congratulations are also in order for the Conestoga Boys Tennis Team and the Girls Swimming team on their state championships! Read more

 

E-Blast: Legislative Updates, Veteran's BBQ, Movie Night, & more!

(May 26, 2023)

Veterans, friends, and family are ALL WELCOME to my Annual Veteran’s BBQ at Wilson Farm Park Pavilion on Saturday, July 8th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Read more

 

Shusterman’s Second Stage Loan Program bill passes House

(May 25, 2023)

“I am proud to be a part of a legislature that wants to see our state economy flourish, our local businesses grow, and to see more sustainable jobs created and remain here in the Commonwealth.” Read more

 

Shusterman’s family law arbitration bill passes House

(May 22, 2023)

“I am extremely grateful to have the full support of my colleagues from both sides of the House,” Shusterman said. “I thank Representative Kate Klunk for championing this bipartisan legislation during the last House session. Families settling legal disputes already have a tough time. We can help take the sting out of those proceedings by providing families more options to come to the best resolution that works for them, and House Bill 917 does just that.” Read more

 

Dire situation: PA needs to expand access to contraceptives

(May 12, 2023)

“For almost a year, the Policy Committee has heard from experts across the state detailing the negative aftershocks created by the Jackson vs. Dobbs decision,” said House Majority Policy Deputy Vice Chair Melissa Shusterman, who represents portions of Chester County. “We’ve not only heard how health systems in western Pennsylvania are overwhelmed for demand of services, but we also heard the very real concerns from medical professionals on how the next generation of doctors and staff will be educated and trained in performing life-saving procedures if access and rights to reproductive health care is further restricted.” Read more

 

Roundtable highlights work by Family Promise to support families

(May 10, 2023)

“One of the most important aspects we discussed was the fact Family Promise does not just provide food, services or housing,” said Rep. Melissa Shusterman, who serves as the committee’s deputy vice chair. “When so many families are only one emergency away from needing assistance, Family Promise provides something just as important as services – which is dignity and a pathway to a better life.” Read more

 

Policy roundtable explores link between historical preservation and economic development

(May 09, 2023)

The House Majority Policy Committee convened a roundtable discussion in Montgomery County Tuesday morning to explore how historical preservation can increase tourism and drive economic development. Read more

 

E-Blast: Shredding Event Recap, Summer Internship, Legislative Updates & More!

(May 05, 2023)

Thanks to you, my shredding and canned food drive event was a HUGE success! Nearly 200 people turned up to say hello, recycle their documents, and drop off food items for the Chester County Food Bank. Read more

 

Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Housing Funding Opportunities

(May 02, 2023)

STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry: DEI in the Building and Construction Trades Grant (Funding Source: General Fund) Who May Apply : Organizations that serve as sponsors or intermediaries of Registered Apprenticeship and/or Pre-Apprenticeship in the building and construction trades. Use : To develop diverse talent pipelines and reach underrepresented populations within the building and construction trades. Funds : $1 million in total program funding. Application Deadline : April 26, 2023 More Information : Click on https://www.dli.pa.gov/Businesses/Workforce-Development/grants/Pages/default.aspx . Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT): Public-Private Partnerships (P3) Program (Funding Source: State, Federal, & Private Funding) Who May Apply : Private companies. Use : To develop innovative ways to deliver transportation projects across a variety of modes including roads, bridges, rail, aviation, and ports. Funds : Varies by award. Application Deadline : April 30, 2023 More Information : Click on https://www.penndot.pa.gov/ProjectAndPrograms/p3forpa/Pages/default.aspx . Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry: Youth Reentry Grant (Funding Source: General Fund) Who May Apply : Read more

 

Shusterman’s family law arbitration bill approved by Judiciary Committee

(Apr 25, 2023)

House Bill 917 would introduce the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act, which would provide families with a voluntary and private process for resolving disputes with the help of an arbitrator. Read more

 

E-Blast: Shredding Event, Job Opportunity, Black Maternal Health Week & More!

(Apr 21, 2023)

JOIN ME TOMORROW! Residents of the 157th District are welcome to dispose of unwanted documents ecologically & securely at my FREE shredding event on Saturday, April 22nd from 9 – 11:30 a.m. (or until the truck is full!) Read more

 

State Rep. Shusterman to host Earth Day Shredding Event and Canned Food Drive

(Apr 21, 2023)

State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is inviting the public to come out to a free shredding event and canned food drive tomorrow from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Penn State Great Valley, 30 E. Swedesford Road in Malvern. Read more

 

Shredding Event, Mobile Office Hours, Gun Violence Hearing & More!

(Apr 14, 2023)

Residents of the 157th District are welcome to dispose of unwanted documents ecologically & securely at my FREE shredding event on Saturday, April 22nd from 9 – 11:30 a.m. (or until the truck is full!) Read more

 

Roundtable examines importance of direct support professionals

(Apr 11, 2023)

“We’ve created a system that is an obstacle course,” Policy Committee Deputy Vice Chair Rep. Melissa Shusterman said about the many difficulties direct support professionals are encountering. “We have to address so many aspects just to get things back on track, and yet there is still so much more we need to look at, including reduced costs for transportation or how to provide affordable housing or improving benefits – like paid sick days.” Read more

 

E-Blast: Committee Assignments, District Grants Awarded, District Highlights & More!

(Mar 31, 2023)

Recently, I had a lively chat with GirlGov participants from Great Valley School District, Henderson High School, Downingtown Area School District, Phoenixville Area School District, and The Baldwin School. Read more

 

Shusterman announces $1 million in grants for two projects

(Mar 17, 2023)

“The investments in these projects will help the people in communities I represent,” Shusterman said. “Something as simple as a safe intersection or as complex as renovating a school for students with autism -- any help that the state provides – goes a long way in helping the people of Chester County.” Read more

 

E-Blast: National Slam The Scam Day, Trinity Preschool Visit, Harrisburg Updates & More!

(Mar 10, 2023)

This Thursday was National Slam The Scam Day! Unfortunately, scammers are constantly inventing new, sophisticated ways to steal money and personal information. Read more

 

Shusterman introduces bill for tax credits for childcare costs

(Mar 10, 2023)

State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is introducing legislation with Rep. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, to help parents and caregivers in the commonwealth. Read more

 

Shusterman praises Gov. Shapiro’s budget address

(Mar 08, 2023)

State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is praising Gov. Josh Shapiro for the budget address he delivered to the state House and Senate on Tuesday. Shusterman said the governor discussed numerous areas where Pennsylvania can better serve its people. Key points included expanding eligibility and nearly doubling rebates for seniors and people with disabilities under the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, investments in developing Pennsylvania’s work force, universal free breakfast for students, and a $100 million investment in mental health resources throughout the commonwealth. Read more

 

Rozzi: Senate Must Act to Deliver Justice for Survivors

(Mar 07, 2023)

Listen to Former Speaker of the House Mark Rozzi talk about how important a window to justice is for survivors of childhood sexual assault. Read more

 

E-Blast: Legislative Updates, Veteran's BBQ, Conestoga Winners, & more!
Jun 16, 2023

E-Blast: Legislative Updates, Veteran's BBQ, Movie Night, & more!
May 26, 2023

Shusterman’s Second Stage Loan Program bill passes House
May 25, 2023

Shusterman’s family law arbitration bill passes House
May 22, 2023

Dire situation: PA needs to expand access to contraceptives
May 12, 2023

Roundtable highlights work by Family Promise to support families
May 10, 2023

Policy roundtable explores link between historical preservation and economic development
May 09, 2023

E-Blast: Shredding Event Recap, Summer Internship, Legislative Updates & More!
May 05, 2023

Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Housing Funding Opportunities
May 02, 2023

Shusterman’s family law arbitration bill approved by Judiciary Committee
Apr 25, 2023

E-Blast: Shredding Event, Job Opportunity, Black Maternal Health Week & More!
Apr 21, 2023

State Rep. Shusterman to host Earth Day Shredding Event and Canned Food Drive
Apr 21, 2023

Shredding Event, Mobile Office Hours, Gun Violence Hearing & More!
Apr 14, 2023

Roundtable examines importance of direct support professionals
Apr 11, 2023

E-Blast: Committee Assignments, District Grants Awarded, District Highlights & More!
Mar 31, 2023

Shusterman announces $1 million in grants for two projects
Mar 17, 2023

E-Blast: National Slam The Scam Day, Trinity Preschool Visit, Harrisburg Updates & More!
Mar 10, 2023

Shusterman introduces bill for tax credits for childcare costs
Mar 10, 2023

Shusterman praises Gov. Shapiro’s budget address
Mar 08, 2023

Rozzi: Senate Must Act to Deliver Justice for Survivors
Mar 07, 2023