Scott to hold District Office Open House March 15

(Feb 28, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Feb. 28 – State Rep. Greg Scott, D-Montgomery, invites residents of the 54 th District to attend his District Open House starting at 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 15. His office is located at 1 019 W. Main St., Norristown, PA 19401-4406 . “ At my open house, my staff and I will share with residents how our office can help them with the vast array of state government programs and services, such as Property Tax/Rent Rebates, PennDOT services and more,” Scott said. “I am very much looking forward to meeting our district’s residents to hear their concerns and let them know that my office is here for them.” Refreshments will be served. The open house will conclude at 7 p.m. If you have inquiries, contact the district office by phone at (484) 685-3494 or toll free at (833) 821-1759 . Read more

 

Scott: $42K awarded to Hancock Elementary School to purchase oven

(Feb 22, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Feb. 22 – State Rep. Greg Scott, D-Montgomery, announced today that the Hancock Elementary School received $42,145 in Food Service Equipment grants from the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the purchase of electric combi ovens so the school can provide hot meals to students. “Thanks to these grants, Hancock Elementary School will be able to serve hot and nutritious meals to its students,” Scott said. ”I am committed to making sure our community’s children receive all the resources they need to learn, and that begins with guaranteeing access to healthy and nutritious meals so they have the fuel to grow and flourish.” Funding for the grants is made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Grants are awarded to schools that participate in the National School Lunch Program. Schools use the grants to purchase or upgrade equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, stoves and dishwashers. More than 1 million children and students receive nutritious meals through federal school nutrition programs, which include the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, and Summer Food Service Program. The Shapiro administration and PDE are committed to ensuring that all children and students have access to healthy meals through state and federal programs and initiatives. For more information on the Pennsylvania Department of Education , Read more

 

Scott announces funding for area fire, EMS companies

(Feb 13, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Feb. 13 – State Rep. Greg Scott, D-Montgomery, announced today $113,580 in state funding to support fire and EMS services in the 54th Legislative District. The grants were awarded through the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, administered by the Office of State Fire Commissioner. Scott said the money can be used for facility upgrades, equipment, debt reduction, training and certification, education and public outreach, and recruitment and retention efforts. “As a volunteer firefighter and EMT for many years, I know firsthand that these grants help save lives,” Scott said. “The funds will help these organizations offer the education, training, certification and recruitment programs and the installation of equipment upgrades needed to function at a high level. As state representative for the 54 th district, I will ensure that our community organizations get the funding they need so they can continue to provide critical services to our communities.” Below are the companies in the 54 th District, along with their funding awards. Conshohocken Fire Co. No 2 $15,000. Hancock Fire Co. $15,000. Montgomery Hose & Steam Fire Engine Co. No. 1 $13,580. Municipality of Norristown Fire Department $15,000. Plymouth Community Ambulance Association $10,000. Plymouth Fire Co. No. 1 Read more

 

PLBC statement on police incident in Lower Merion

(Jan 10, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 10 – The Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus has released a statement on a police incident in Lower Merion Township. “A disturbing video showing Lower Merion police pulling over a Black female motorist has surfaced and is being investigated by the department. The police interaction with the woman is disturbing but unfortunately not rare. Pulled over in a customer parking lot, the driver is heard asking for a supervisor before exiting the car. The situation quickly escalates, and she is dragged from the car at gunpoint, tased, handcuffed on the ground with her shirt over her head and taken to a waiting police vehicle with her upper body exposed. “The PLBC has been working on legislation to curb police violence during traffic stops, such as reducing pretextual traffic stops and tracking racial profiling and related disparities. Black drivers are more likely to be asked to step out of the car, more likely to have their car searched, more likely to be given a citation or violation, more likely to be detained and, unfortunately, more likely to have a violent encounter with the police as seen in this video. “We have for years been calling for training and diversity in departments so the officers who patrol the streets look more like the residents who live there, shoring up better police community relations and a sense of protection by police rather than harassment. “We have for years been working to hold law enforcement Read more

 

Scott takes oath of office to start session in state House

(Jan 03, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 3 – State Rep. Greg Scott took the House oath of office in the state Capitol today to begin his first term representing the 54th Legislative District in Montgomery County. The noon swearing-in ceremony marked the beginning of the 2023-24 legislative session of the Pennsylvania House, its 207th. Court of Common Pleas Judge John McNally administered the oath of office. Scott served as chair of the committee to inform the governor that the House was organized and ready to work. “I am honored to represent Pennsylvanians in Harrisburg and most importantly the residents of the 54th Legislative District at home,” said Scott, D-Montgomery. “The 54 th Legislative District is a fantastic mix of communities that I am excited to carry. “I vow to invest in those communities at home as well as advocate for better schools, an economy for everyone, and for investment in our infrastructure.” Scott said that his priorities will center on education, environmental protection and improving community safety. Two-hundred legislators were sworn in today. The largest and most diverse class of freshmen legislators in over a decade was sworn in, with 26 new Democratic members, eight of whom are women. The Democratic Caucus continues to become more reflective of the state’s people: 35 are women and 34 are people of color. Each member represents approximately Read more

 

On a new map, Pennsylvania elects most diverse assembly ever

(Dec 26, 2022)

The number of state lawmakers who are Black, Latino or of South Asian descent will rise as part of what House Democrats call the “most diverse class of freshmen legislators” in Pennsylvania history after candidates ran in this year’s election in the newly drawn map of districts. Read more

 

‘A momentous day for Norristown’: Officials praise future development of state hospital land

(Dec 19, 2022)

Greg Scott, newly elected representative of the 54th legislative district in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, recognized the matter as Montgomery County experiences an uptick in homelessness. Read more

 

Join my team and help serve our community!

(Dec 10, 2022)

My office is hiring a constituent service advisor to help serve the district by providing a variety of administrative and governmental services for constituents. Check the link for more information and to apply! Read more

 

McClinton applauds, welcomes newest members to House Democratic Caucus

(Dec 08, 2022)

HARRISBURG, Dec. 7 – To kick off the new legislative session, Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus Majority Leader Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, is welcoming the largest class of incoming legislators to the House Democratic Caucus in more than 15 years. “In January, the House Democratic Caucus will proudly swear in the largest and most diverse class of freshmen legislators in over a decade,” said McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. “These public servants are already on the ground in their communities, talking to neighbors, and prepared to be their voices in Harrisburg next month. Without a doubt, they will strengthen our legislature with their diverse experience and perspectives.” House Democrats will welcome 26 new members from communities across the state; some from districts that have never before been represented by a Democrat. New members include: Anthony Bellmon (D-Phila.) : Bellmon served in Philadelphia Congressman Brendan F. Boyle’s office for eight years, solving housing, student loan and immigration issues. As senior adviser to the congressman, Anthony worked on Capitol Hill advancing policy issues to better the lives of children and working families. Lisa A. Borowski (D-Delaware) : Borowski formerly served as vice president of the Radnor Township School District’s school board, leading the way on crafting one of the Read more

 

Patch: Former Montco Judge Now State Representative In The Norristown Area

(Dec 02, 2022)

Greg Scott is the new representative of the 54th House District. The Democrat represents Norristown, Plymouth and Conshohocken. Read more

 

PA Treasury could be holding your unclaimed property

(Dec 01, 2022)

Each year, the Pennsylvania Treasury receives millions of dollars of unclaimed property. It is estimated that roughly one in 10 Pennsylvanians has unclaimed property. Unclaimed property may include: Closed bank accounts Uncashed checks, including paychecks Lost stocks and bonds Contents of safe deposit boxes Proceeds from the demutualization of insurance companies Expired gift cards/gift certificates To find out if you have unclaimed property, search your name in the Unclaimed Property database at https://www.patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property/ or call 1-800-222-2046. There is NO CHARGE to claim your unclaimed property. Read more

 

Need help heating your home? Apply to LIHEAP this winter.

(Dec 01, 2022)

Pennsylvanians in need of energy assistance are encouraged to apply to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for 2022-2023 winter heating season. To see if you qualify, view the table via the link above, and click here to apply online using COMPASS. A paper application can also be found here . Everyone should be able to keep warm during the coldest months of the year, and LIHEAP is a true security blanket for those who are in need. Read more

 

PennDOT is hiring for winter maintenance

(Dec 01, 2022)

PennDOT is currently hiring employees for the Winter Maintenance Program. Employees hired for the Winter Maintenance Program are critical to a safe winter season, and these temporary opportunities are an excellent pathway to a permanent career with PennDOT. For more information on how to apply, click here . Read more

 

Get quality health coverage at a low cost through Pennie

(Dec 01, 2022)

Pennsylvanians can enroll in 2023 health insurance coverage through Pennie now until Jan. 15, 2023. Last year, many Pennsylvanians enrolled in health insurance through a Pennie plan and paid lower monthly premiums due to premium subsidies included in the American Rescue Plan Act. The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act extended these subsidies until Jan. 1, 2026. Visit Pennie.com/connect or the Pennie Customer Service Call Center at 1-844-844-8040. Read more