My heartfelt condolences to all those effected by the incident in Nicetown. Love and support go out to all the first responders working tirelessly to keep everyone safe. I'll continue to fight and pray for everyone involved! If you were affected by this tragedy, please feel free to contact my office for help.

I want to wish U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans the best for his upcoming retirement after four decades of serving Pennsylvania. Rep. Evans started his career as a public-school teacher, molding and shaping our future leaders. He made history as the first African American Chair of the House Appropriations Committee - a position he served with integrity. I know he will continue to serve his community even after retirement.

Thank you for your service to Philly and Pennsylvania.

Philadelphia’s largest blue-collar union, which includes thousands of city workers, are on strike.

During this time, residential trash and recycling will not be picked up starting immediately.

Please do not put trash or recycling outside for collection.

Please see the list below for temporary drop-off locations in our neighborhood; they will be open Monday-Saturday from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.

Learn more here: Curbside trash and recycling collections are suspended during the work stoppage: Here’s where you can bring your materials | Department of Sanitation | City of Philadelphia

Happy almost Independence Day! I wanted to let you know that my office will close at noon, today July 3 and closed on July 4. We will reopen on July 7 to help you with your state government needs.

Have a great holiday weekend and stay safe!

It was great to see so many neighbors and friends join us for a Community Health Fair! We enjoyed cultural performances while making sure everyone received free and vital health screenings.

I want to wish my intern Dylan who’s currently attending North Carolina A&T located in Greensboro, NC, a happy birthday.

It’s a small world; I met her at my church and my alma mater Bennett College is across the street.    

PennDOT has announced that numerous motor vehicle and driver licensing fees will be adjusted based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). These biennial fee adjustments are part of Act 89 of 2013 and will take effect on July 1, 2025.

For your convenience, you can click the following link to view the adjusted motor vehicle fees.

Prepare for next year (when you need to file for 2025).

Learn about free tax preparation services and financial support programs, and find out where to get personalized assistance for all aspects of doing business in Philly.

For example, businesses will learn about the Philadelphia Small Business Catalyst Fund and the Mayor’s Business Action Team (MBAT).

Register now
The information sessions are designed to help businesses learn about available resources to help them operate and navigate the tax changes successfully. The events are free, but you need to register. Here are the details and how to register:

Webinar 2:
When: Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 12 a.m.

In-person events
Workshop 1:
When: Thursday, July 24, 2025| 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Ciao Events, 7959 Oxford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111

Workshop 2:
When: Tuesday, July 29, 2025| 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: LA21 (Lancaster Avenue 21st Century Business Association), 3500 Lancaster Ave., Philadelphia, PA 10104

Workshop 3:
When: Thursday, August 7, 2025| 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Free Library BRIC, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Click here to sign up for the webinars and more information.

Make sure you're ready for anything by attending the Germantown READYCommunity Workshop Series. From fires, floods and other dangerous emergencies, they’re ready to guide you to resources that will help you and your family stay safe.

See the flyers below for more information.

Join me and state Rep. Anthony Bellmon for National Night Out on August 3 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. for food, giveaways and resources about state government to help you and your family.

The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program helps seniors get access to fresh fruits and vegetables through local farmers’ markets from June to November.

Click here or contact my office for more information

Pennsylvania State Capitol

116 A East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2198
(717) 787-7727

District Office

1335 West Tabor Road, Suite 109
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 849-6426