Working for you in Harrisburg
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Dear Neighbor,
This week, my PA House colleagues and I passed important bills that will help our neighbors and improve our communities:
We’re protecting your health by restoring dental coverage within the Medical Assistance program (HB 583), ensuring day care facilities can obtain prescriptions for and maintain a constant supply of EPI pens (HB 928) and ensuring that an insurance company cannot deny coverage for care that is received from a health care provider solely because it is provided in a school setting (HB 1445).
Additionally, we are prohibiting taxes on overtime and taxes on tips and creating a Working Pennsylvanians tax credit, which would help nearly a million people who already claim the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit and give them up to $2,300 back (HB 1610).
To address the child care worker and teacher shortages crisis, we are by helping those who wish to return to education complete continuing professional education requirements (HB 1403) and providing recruitment and retention bonuses for licensed child care providers participating in the Child Care Works program (HB 506).
We’re also working to fund home repairs for homeowners, not only assisting the housing crisis in the Commonwealth but also keeping people in their homes (HB 1650).
Finally, legislation was passed this week that would enable SNAP and WIC recipients to purchase menstrual hygiene products through federal waivers and establish a grant program to fund free distribution of such products in public schools (HB 1100).
All these bills now travel to the state Senate for consideration.
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Investing in clean energy creates jobs, saves taxpayers money, and benefits communities, which is exactly what Pennsylvania’s Solar for Schools program works to do.
Six schools in the Upper Darby School District were recently awarded a combined $2.4 million for their Solar for Schools Programs. The funding will be used to help lower energy costs and support renewable energy use.
Check out my opinion piece, posted on City & State Pennsylvania: Opinion: Don’t turn off federal funding for clean energy initiatives in PA - City & State Pennsylvania
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Take the Women’s Health Survey by July 7!
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As an advocate for women's health, I’m proud to support the PA Women’s Health Caucus in their efforts to better understand the real-life experiences of women accessing health care in our Commonwealth.
We want to hear from YOU! This quick, 10-minute survey is completely anonymous and vital in shaping policies that truly meet women’s needs.
Your voice matters—please take a moment to share your experience: Expanding Access to Women's Healthcare | Insurance Department | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Together, we can work toward a healthier, more equitable Pennsylvania!
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In observance of Independence Day, my office will close at noon on Thursday, July 3 and will be closed Friday, July 4. We will reopen for regularly scheduled hours on Monday, July 7!
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Donation Drive for Mitzvah Circle
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In addition to providing free menstrual products to families in need, Mitzvah Circle’s Period Supply program provides free menstrual products to local libraries, prisons, community centers, colleges and more than 345 partner organizations—filling the gaps in Gov. Shapiro’s initiative to provide free period supplies to K-12 schools. Furthermore, this program helps reach young women and girls when they are not in school through Mitzvah Circle’s large-scale “Period Supply Giveaways” and “Pads in the Park” initiatives.
Please consider supporting @MitzvahCircle’s donation drive. My office, at 6 S. Springfield Road, Unit A in Clifton Heights, is a drop-off location!
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Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has been extended!
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The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has been extended to Dec. 31, 2025. Call my office today at (484) 200-1563 to schedule an appointment to complete your application.
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Commonwealth agencies warn of scam targeting older Pennsylvanians
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The Pennsylvania Insurance Department, Department of Aging, Department of Banking and Securities, State Police, and Attorney General’s Office are warning residents—especially seniors—about a new inheritance scam involving someone posing as a state employee.
The scam uses fake emails that mimic Commonwealth addresses to convince victims to send money in exchange for a fictitious overseas inheritance. One reported case saw an older Pennsylvanian lose money over nearly a year.
Officials urge residents to:
- Ignore unsolicited messages offering money or prizes.
- Verify suspicious emails (official state emails end in @pa.gov).
- Never share personal info or send money to unknown individuals.
- Report suspicious activity to state agencies or local law enforcement.
Report scams:
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New ‘Let Freedom Ring’ license plates available
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Pennsylvania has launched its “Let Freedom Ring” license plate, celebrating Pennsylvania as the birthplace of American democracy and the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary in 2026.
Nearly 11,700 Pennsylvanians who signed up last year have already received theirs.
The new plates are now available to order through PennDOT. The plates support the state’s tourism efforts as part of PA’s Great American Getaway campaign and its broader economic development strategy.
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Join me to access state programs and services all this summer! Please RSVP for all events at (484) 200-1563 or by emailing RepBoyd@pahouse.net.
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Collingdale Mobile Office Hours on July 7
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We’re bringing services right to your doorstep! On July 7, you can visit us at Collingdale Borough Hall during our mobile office hours. Stop by to learn about all the amazing resources available to you!
Date: Monday, July 7
Time: 9:30 a.m. – Noon
Location: Collingdale Borough Hall, 800 MacDade Blvd., Collingdale, PA
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Join me for coffee on July 10!
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My monthly coffee session is coming up! Join me on June 12 for some great coffee and a chance to chat. I’m happy to discuss resources, information, civic engagement, community and local opportunities. I hope to see you there!
Date: Thursday, July 10
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: 6 S. Springfield Road, Clifton Heights, PA
For more information on this event or any government-related questions, contact my office at 484-200-1563.
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Extended office hours on July 16!
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My Clifton Heights Office will be open for extended hours from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to better serve constituents in the district. Call 484-200-1563 for more information.
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Office Meet & Greet Cookout on July 18
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Come meet my staff and me, eat some great food and learn about impactful state programs and services!
Date: Friday, July 18
Time: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: 6 S. Springfield Road, Clifton Heights PA 19018
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License Plate Replacement Event on July 19!
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Is your license plate peeling, damaged or illegible? Contact my office to request the required PennDOT form prior to the event and obtain a FREE replacement plate. Make sure to bring a MV-46 form with sections A & C completed and your illegible license plate on July 19.
Date: Saturday, July 19
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA, 19026, Parking Lot 1
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Pennsylvania State Capitol
106-A East Wing
PO Box 202163
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2163
(717) 783-8099
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District Office
6. S. Springfield Rd,
Clifton Heights, PA 19018
(484) 200-8262
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