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Feb. 21 e-mail: Supporting older Pennsylvanians within the Legislature

(Feb 21, 2025)

The PA House Aging & Older Adult Services Committee hosted an important informational meeting! Read more

 

Feb. 14 e-mail: Summary of Gov. Josh Shapiro's budget address

(Feb 14, 2025)

As promised, I am going to provide a summary of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Read more

 

Feb. 7 e-mail: My first bill of the session clears committee!

(Feb 07, 2025)

Last week marked the completion of our first Session week in Harrisburg for the 2025/2026 Session, and it was a productive start! All of our committees officially reorganized, and I’m excited to share some updates with you. Read more

 

Jan. 31 e-mail: Visiting KenCrest's Ambler group home and Hallowell Elementary

(Jan 31, 2025)

I had the privilege of visiting one of KenCrest’s group homes located in Ambler. Read more

 

House committee approves Cerrato’s PA Korean VALOR Act bill

(Jan 28, 2025)

“Hundreds of Korean Americans who became naturalized U.S. citizens served bravely alongside American troops during the Vietnam War, yet many have been denied access to the benefits they deserve,” Cerrato said. Read more

 

Jan. 24 e-mail: Every Child Deserves Dignity and a Warm Bed

(Jan 24, 2025)

I was fortunate enough to return to visit One House at a Time to drop off all the donations we collected and get an update on all the amazing work they are doing for our community. Read more

 

Jan. 10 e-mail: Dog licensing event happening TOMORROW!

(Jan 10, 2025)

Calling all dog owners in the 151st! Join us for a pawsitively awesome Dog Licensing Event! Read more

 

Jan. 3 e-mail: PA Farm Show: Bigger and 'butter' than ever!

(Jan 03, 2025)

I'm thrilled to invite everyone to the 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show! It is the largest indoor agricultural event in the country, and it’s happening right here in our state. Read more

 

Dec. 27 e-mail: A magical holiday season in southeastern Pennsylvania

(Dec 27, 2024)

I hope everyone has been having an incredible holiday season! It has been such fun to celebrate the holidays with so many of you in the past few weeks and to partake in various festivities. Read more

 

Dec. 20 e-mail: TONIGHT: Winter Open House!

(Dec 20, 2024)

Tonight is the night!  The air is crisp, the lights are twinkling, and we’re ready to spread some holiday cheer! Read more

 

Rep. Cerrato's December 2024 print newsletter

(Dec 16, 2024)

Rep. Melissa Cerrato's winter newsletter recapping grants delivered to the district, upcoming events, ways her office can assist you, and more. Read more

 

Dec. 13 e-mail: Visiting Lehigh Valley with the House Tourism Committee

(Dec 13, 2024)

As a member of the PA House Tourism, Economic & Recreational Development Committee, I recently attended a Lehigh Valley Tourism Trip: Discovering Bethlehem, Easton, and Allentown. Read more

 

Dec. 6 e-mail: Advocating for young Pennsylvanians

(Dec 06, 2024)

Did you know that many foster children are legally entitled to receive tens of thousands of dollars in federal public benefits such as Social Security survivor, veterans, and disability benefits? Read more

 

Nov. 27 e-mail: Help pull off a holiday miracle

(Nov 27, 2024)

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving, filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with family and friends. Read more

 

Nov. 15 e-mail: Celebrating libraries, standing against breast cancer, and more

(Nov 15, 2024)

I had the honor of joining colleagues from both chambers and my constituent Pat, founder of the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition, at a press conference to advocate for HB1944. Read more

 

Nov. 8 e-mail: Gratitude for our poll workers, voters and community support

(Nov 08, 2024)

A huge thank you to everyone who worked or volunteered at the polls this week, with a big shout-out to the county voter services staff who have and continue to work so diligently to ensure a safe, secure, and smooth election process! Read more

 

Nov. 1 e-mail: House passed 29 bills last week

(Nov 01, 2024)

Last week’s Session continued our efforts to improving various aspects of life for Pennsylvanians by passing 16 House Bills and 13 Senate Bills. Read more

 

Oct. 25 email: Our district receives millions in state funding for local projects

(Oct 25, 2024)

We were back in Harrisburg this week for session, and I will fill you in on the legislation that passed in next week’s email, but for now I’m thrilled to announce several high-profile state grants have been awarded for local projects to benefit residents of the 151st Legislative District! Read more

 

Cerrato announces multiple state grant awards for critical projects

(Oct 22, 2024)

HARRISBURG, Oct. 22 – State Rep. Melissa Cerrato, D-Montgomery, today announced the award of several high-profile state grants for local projects that will benefit residents of the 151 st Legislative District. One grant originated from the Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program, which was created to provide grants to public school districts and area career and technical schools for eligible facility improvement projects. The program is administered by the Department of Community and Economic Development under the direction of the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Hatboro-Horsham School District, Hallowell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project, $575,000 The school's roof is leaking, and the current asphalt shingle-style roof has been determined to be insufficient to prevent the problem from recurring as loose shingles continue to blow off because of high winds. The proposed project will remove the shingle roof and install a new metal roof to prevent future water infiltration. PSFIG funds will be used for renovation and engineering costs. The other grants originate from the Statewide Local Share Account, created under the PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act. The act provides for the distribution of gaming revenues through the Commonwealth Financing Authority to support projects in the public interest within the Pennsylvania. Ambler Borough, Wissahickon Fire Co. Renovations, $1 million The Read more

 

Oct. 18 e-mail: Legislation to enhance health services, public safety, consumer protection & more

(Oct 18, 2024)

As promised, this week I will update you on what was accomplished in Harrisburg last week. Read more

 

Feb. 21 e-mail: Supporting older Pennsylvanians within the Legislature
Feb 21, 2025

Feb. 14 e-mail: Summary of Gov. Josh Shapiro's budget address
Feb 14, 2025

Feb. 7 e-mail: My first bill of the session clears committee!
Feb 07, 2025

Jan. 31 e-mail: Visiting KenCrest's Ambler group home and Hallowell Elementary
Jan 31, 2025

House committee approves Cerrato’s PA Korean VALOR Act bill
Jan 28, 2025

Jan. 24 e-mail: Every Child Deserves Dignity and a Warm Bed
Jan 24, 2025

Jan. 10 e-mail: Dog licensing event happening TOMORROW!
Jan 10, 2025

Jan. 3 e-mail: PA Farm Show: Bigger and 'butter' than ever!
Jan 03, 2025

Dec. 27 e-mail: A magical holiday season in southeastern Pennsylvania
Dec 27, 2024

Dec. 20 e-mail: TONIGHT: Winter Open House!
Dec 20, 2024

Rep. Cerrato's December 2024 print newsletter
Dec 16, 2024

Dec. 13 e-mail: Visiting Lehigh Valley with the House Tourism Committee
Dec 13, 2024

Dec. 6 e-mail: Advocating for young Pennsylvanians
Dec 06, 2024

Nov. 27 e-mail: Help pull off a holiday miracle
Nov 27, 2024

Nov. 15 e-mail: Celebrating libraries, standing against breast cancer, and more
Nov 15, 2024

Nov. 8 e-mail: Gratitude for our poll workers, voters and community support
Nov 08, 2024

Nov. 1 e-mail: House passed 29 bills last week
Nov 01, 2024

Oct. 25 email: Our district receives millions in state funding for local projects
Oct 25, 2024

Cerrato announces multiple state grant awards for critical projects
Oct 22, 2024

Oct. 18 e-mail: Legislation to enhance health services, public safety, consumer protection & more
Oct 18, 2024