As of November 1, more than 2 million Pennsylvanians did not receive the SNAP benefits they rely on due to the Republican-controlled federal government shutdown. Two federal judges ordered the Trump administration to restore funding for food stamps. However, on Monday, the Trump administration told those judges they would only send partial food stamp payments this month.

It is currently unclear when food stamp recipients will actually receive this much-needed aid.

Last week, Governor Shapiro signed a disaster declaration on Friday that frees up $5 million to support Pennsylvanians impacted by the loss of benefits. This funding will go to Feeding Pennsylvania, a nonprofit that partners with food banks across the Commonwealth to distribute food to those in need.

Contact our U.S. Senators or your U.S. Representative and urge them to do the right thing and get back to work on funding food aid and Affordable Care Act subsidies: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials.

With the holidays right around the corner, my office is doing everything we can to get fresh food to those in need.

My food distribution event with Sharing Excess and Upper Darby Councilperson Myron McNeely is this Wednesday, Nov. 12. We’re starting at 4:30 and will go until supplies are gone! Stop by the Garrettford Drexel Hill Fire Company (323 Edmonds Ave., Drexel Hill) for food and fresh produce.

To register, please call my office at 484-200-1563. Please bring your own bag!

Date: Wednesday, November 12

Time: 4:30 p.m.

Location: 323 Edmonds Ave., Drexel Hill, 19026

Collingdale Borough is hosting a series of Budget Town Hall meetings with the goal of bringing community members together in a roundtable format to learn how taxpayer dollars have been invested and to help shape future budget priorities.

The next date is Thursday, Nov. 13 from 6-8 p.m. at 800 MacDade Blvd., Collingdale. If you can’t make it to that session, the final one will be held Saturday, Nov. 29!

Because of the Republican-led government shutdown, Pennsylvania is being forced to delay LIHEAP—vital home-heating assistance for 300,000 families—by a full month. If you need help heating your home this winter, here's a list of utility companies' assistance programs: https://www.puc.pa.gov/about-the-puc/consumer-education/utility-assistance-programs/

SNAP and LIHEAP benefits may be delayed due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, but you can still apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program. This program is funded by the Pennsylvania Lottery and gaming revenues.

You may be eligible for a PTRR rebate of up to $1,000 if you:

• Were 65 or older as of December 31, 2024
• Were age 50+ and a widow or widower during all or part of 2024
• Were age 18+ and were permanently disabled during all or part of 2024
• During 2024, had a total annual household income of $46,520 or less

The deadline to apply is December 31, 2025.

In observance of Veterans Day, my office will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11. We will reopen on Wednesday, Nov. 12 for regular business hours.

My team and I are ready to help you with a range of services, including filing for your Property Tax/Rent Rebate, help with PennDOT, and unemployment services. We also have a notary available who can perform state-related notary services as well.

Please stop by my Clifton Heights office (6 S. Springfield Road, Unit A), call us at (484) 200-1563, or email RepBoyd@pahouse.net to learn more about the services we offer and get started!

Join me to access state programs and services this fall! Please RSVP for all events at (484) 200-1563 or by emailing RepBoyd@pahouse.net.

My monthly coffee session is coming up! Join me on November 13 for some great coffee and a chance to chat. I'm happy to discuss resources, share information, and talk about civic engagement, community, and local opportunities. I hope to see you there! 

Date: Thursday, November 13

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Location: 6 S. Springfield Road, Clifton Heights, 19018

My office is partnering with Boy Scouts Troop 111 for a Food Drive! We’re accepting donations November 14 and 17 at 6 South Springfield Road Unit A, Clifton Heights.

The Boy Scouts will be hosting a drive thru/drop off lane on Nov. 15 at the Clifton Heights Borough Hall Parking Lot from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

My Clifton Heights office will be open for extended hours from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 19, to better serve constituents in the district. Call (484) 200-1563 for more information.

My office is hosting a Veterans Luncheon on Nov. 20 to thank all veterans and their sacrifices to protect our nation! Reserve your seat today by calling 484-200-1563.

Date: Thursday, November 20

Time: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Location: 323 Edmonds Ave., Drexel Hill, PA 19026

We’re bringing services right to your doorstep! On Monday, Dec. 1, 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, December 1

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Collingdale Borough Hall, 800 MacDade Blvd., Collingdale, PA 19023

Give a Delco kid the gift of reading this holiday season! My office is collecting children’s books to benefit the Delco Book Bank, which will distribute them through Murphy’s Giving Market.

If you have any new children’s books in any language, please bring them to my Clifton Heights office (6 S. Springfield Road), or call 484-200-1563 with any questions!

In partnership with the PA Department of Banking & Securities, I’m hosting a $CAM JAM event from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Dec. 4, at Clifton Heights Borough Hall.

As scammers become increasingly technologically savvy, the best way to protect yourself from crime and fraud is through education.

This $CAM JAM event is a fun and engaging way to learn how to spot and avoid common scams and frauds! Space is limited, so RSVP please call 484-200-1563.

Pennsylvania State Capitol
106-A East Wing

PO Box 202163
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2163
(717) 783-8099

District Office

6. S. Springfield Rd,

Clifton Heights, PA 19018
(484) 200-8262