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Dear Neighbor,

I’d like to share with you the work that I’m doing in Harrisburg and locally to ensure we Thrive in the 185. Keep reading for more details, follow my social media for updates, and please contact one of my offices to find out how we can help you with state and local programs and resources. #InformationIsPower

This week, Gov. Josh Shapiro and the PA Department of Community and Economic Development announced a round of grants in the Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites program, including $30 million to develop the Philadelphia Navy Yard Greenway District in South Philadelphia. This major investment is a key to unlocking economic growth and prosperity for our entire region. The project will target life sciences, research, and manufacturing.

I thank the governor for recognizing this potential in the Navy Yard Greenway District. This doesn't just move Philadelphia forward, it allows our whole region to attract, create, and compete for jobs and manufacturing. It's an investment in the talent and dedication of our workforce, and the promise of a better economic future for our communities. This is how we Thrive In The 185!

Click the photos above to read more about this investment!

Shredding your old paperwork and documents that you no longer need is the best way to protect your identity and take care of that spring cleaning! Bring up to two bags of papers like old credit card and utility bills, bank statements, tax documents, anything with your personal information, to be shredded on-site and disposed of for FREE.

We’ll be in the parking lot at South Philadelphia High School at Snyder and Broad TOMORROW Saturday, May 10 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. I hope to see you there!

We were privileged in the House this week to welcome leaders from the Philadelphia Eagles organization AND the team’s TWO Lombardi Trophies. It was an exciting honor to celebrate our Eagles Super Bowl LIX Championship with a House Resolution and highlight the successes of this top notch organization and their commitment to charitable and philanthropic work in our Philadelphia communities.

Click here to read more about the day!

GO BIRDS!

It's Mental Health Awareness Month so take advantage of all our local resources, like the John Heinz Wildlife Refuge, to help with your mental health. Enjoy all the great things we have in our community! Do yourself a favor and get outside to ease your mind and disconnect. We can do great things together when we're at our best!

Save the date for Saturday afternoon, June 21 at Elmwood Park for my annual 185 Community Day! This will be an exciting day fill of food, fun, and community resources for everyone!

One my favorite parts of being a state Representative is educating my neighbors on civics and the importance of state and local government in your life. Check out my Civics101 series on my YouTube playlist and get educated on how your government works for YOU!

As of this week, you need a REAL ID, valid U.S. Passport or Military ID to board a domestic airline flight or visit a federal government building that requires ID. While it’s important to get your REAL ID, you only need to get one now if you have a flight scheduled in May or need to enter a federal building that requires one - but be sure to get yours soon! Click above to watch my brief discussion with Shane from the Philadelphia International Airport about the importance of getting your REAL ID!

PennDOT is hosting REAL ID Days at certain driver license centers where they can process and issue your REAL ID at the time of service. These are days in which those centers are normally scheduled closed. You can visit the South 70th Street Driver License Center at 2904 S. 70th St., Unit 8, in Southwest Philly on Monday, May 12 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. to get your REAL ID with same day service. The Whitman Plaza Driver License Center at 330 W. Oregon Ave., Ste. 240, in South Philly can also process your REAL ID on those days, however not with same day service.

During our first Women in Government event, we talked a lot about the actions that are happening right now with the federal government in Washington, D.C. It has been very overwhelming with what seems like daily attacks on our neighbors, our freedoms and basic rights. Just remember that there are always people to help. If you are concerned about the actions being taken on immigration, I encourage you to contact these local organizations listed in this document. Additionally, while my office is here to assist you with state and local services, your concerns on these federal actions need to be heard by your federal officials. Check out the list of our congressional and senatorial officials and contact their offices for assistance or to let them know about your concerns. We’ve seen recently how advocacy and loud objections can lead to a course reversal or reevaluation by the president and his administration.

Don’t give up and don’t give in.

Know your rights and stay vigilant for your family and your community.

We had an enjoyable time on a beautiful day at John Heinz Wildlife Refuge for the Older Americans Walk! I love taking a walk at John Heinz to clear my mind and relax! It’s an amazing outdoor gem in our backyard.

Saturday was the Delco Environmental Expo in Media – we had a great time connecting so many neighbors with opportunities to Go Green.

Thanks to all the folks who came out to the Eastwick Recreation Center Community meeting with Council President Kenyatta Johnson on Monday.

It was great helping our neighbors with state and local resources at our mobile offices this week at the Eastwick Library and St. Paul AME.

Chris and Jalen from my staff were walking the neighborhood this week in South Philly near the GAMP School knocking on doors to speak with our neighbors and drop off information about the services and resources that our office can provide.

The application deadline for Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has been extended to Dec. 31, 2025.

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has made it easier for older friends and neighbors to stay in their homes and afford groceries, medicine, and so much more.

The application period for the 2025 program is now open to get a rebate on your 2024 taxes or rent paid. Thanks to changes PA House Democrats fought for, more people are eligible, and the rebates are bigger than ever!

Give us a call, send an email, or stop by one of my offices to find out if you’re eligible. We can even help you apply.

The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue has released a multilingual tip sheet for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program to help more eligible residents access the benefit. Now available in seven languages—English, Spanish, Arabic, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese—the tip sheet is part of Pennsylvania’s initiative to expand access to state resources.

The PTRR Program, recently expanded for the first time in nearly 20 years, has already provided over $319 million in rebates for 2024, helping over 522,000 Pennsylvanians, including 106,000 first-time applicants. It supports seniors (65+), widows/widowers (50+), and people with disabilities (18+) based on income and rent/property tax paid.

Applicants can file online through myPATH in English or Spanish, with no account needed. Additional support for the PTRR program is also offered at PA Department of Revenue district offices, local Area Agencies on Aging, senior centers, and my district offices.

Additional Spanish-language resources include a translated instruction book and a step-by-step video guide. For more info, visit revenue.pa.gov/PTRR.

My office helps city officials and local organizations connect to state grants available to help them do their important work to improve our communities and the lives of residents. You can find a list of state grant programs that are currently open for application on my website. We update this list as new programs come online so check back often.

In service and in action,

Rep. Regina Young