Rally for Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association

Rep. Stephen Kinsey spoke at a rally with legislative colleagues and members of the Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association. As Chairman of the House Human Services Committee, this issue is very important to Kinsey and his committee. He highlighted the challenges facing direct care providers, including low wages and a lack of staffing, and how this ultimately affects the individuals they provide crucial services to.

SEPTA "Save the Train" Rally

Rep. Stephen Kinsey spoke at a rally with SEPTA advocates, Sen. Art Haywood and Rep. Tarik Khan, calling attention to the need to save SEPTA, and specifically, the Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail in Northwest Philadelphia from cuts to service.

Roundtable Gun Violence Discussion with Lt. Governor Davis

Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosted PA Lt. Gov. Austin Davis for a roundtable discussion on gun violence at Grace Baptist Church of Germantown in Philadelphia. They were joined by local organizations that provide support and services for victims of gun violence as well as local elected officials and law enforcement.

House Bipartisan Caucus "Meet Me in the Middle" News Conference

The PA House Bipartisan Caucus, co-chaired by Democrats Stephen Kinsey and Patty Kim, and Republicans Jill Cooper and Jamie Flick, hosted a "Meet Me in the Middle" news conference rolling out the caucus' agenda for the 2023-24 legislative term. This caucus serves as a platform to bring Democratic and Republican members together to listen to people, organizations and businesses across the Commonwealth and work collectively to address issues facing Pennsylvania.

Third Thursday Initiative Press Conference & Peace Walk

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosted a press conference and community peace walk as part of the "Third Thursday" Initiative, which he started in 2022 to combat gun violence in northwest Philadelphia. This event took place at Belfield Recreation Center. Kinsey was joined by local community advocates, students, non-profit organizations, elected officials, clergy, the PA State Police, 14th and 35th Police Districts, 14th and 35th Police District Chaplains, Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, LaSalle University, the City of Philadelphia and community members.

Childcare Workers Press Conference

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosted a press conference in the Capitol Main Rotunda with members of First Up and state legislators advocating for childcare workers across Pennsylvania.

Salute to African-American Heroes of the Civil War

Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton, Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus Chairwoman Donna Bullock, along with Reps. Patty Kim and Stephen Kinsey, speak at a recognition ceremony at the state Capitol to celebrate African-American Heroes of the Civil War, their decedents and the progression of equity, freedom and justice as promised in these United States for all people.

Superintendent Watlington Visit to Martin Luther King High School

Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosted School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. for a visit to Martin Luther King High School. During the visit a briefing was held with Dr. Watlington, Rep. Kinsey, students, school administration, alumni, elected officials and community organizations to discuss how to help improve schools across Philadelphia like Martin Luther King High School

July 25, 2022 - Hospitals and Covid-19

The House Democratic Policy Committee toured the Chestnut Hill Hospital in Philadelphia and learned about their pandemic response. The hearing, hosted by Rep. Stephen Kinsey, focused on Chestnut Hill’s initial response to COVID-19 and what needs to be done in the future to prepare for any future pandemics.

Gov School Visit

Governor Wolf visits Lingelbach Elementary School in Rep. Kinsey's district to discuss his plans for investment in education.

March 2022 Public Safety Meeting

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey held multiple public safety meetings in March 2022 with legislative colleagues, the Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police, the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, Philadelphia’s Office of Policy & Strategic Initiative for Criminal Justice & Public Safety, the Philadelphia Chapter of the NAACP, local grassroot organizations and community members.

Kinsey Gun Violence Press Conference

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey held a press conference where he rolled out a new collaborative effort to educate constituents about resources to address and prevent gun violence.

2022-23 Budget Hearings

Images of Rep. Stephen Kinsey during the 2022-23 Budget Hearings.

Northwest Philadelphia Public Safety Meeting

In an effort to ensure the safest and strongest neighborhoods for northwest Philadelphia residents, state Reps. Stephen Kinsey, Darisha Parker and Isabella Fitzgerald continued their quest of holding public safety meetings, this one organized with a focus on local clergy, newly promoted police leadership in northwest Philadelphia and community leaders.

Public safety meeting

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosted a public safety meeting at Martin Luther King High School on Thursday, October 28 for members of his community to present solutions to the gun violence in Philadelphia.

Northwest COVID-19 Coalition

State Representatives Stephen Kinsey and Isabella Fitzgerald, both D-Philadelphia, hosted a press conference to highlight the safety and need for accessibility of the COVID-19 vaccine, particularly in Black and brown communities. Both Reps. formed the Northwest COVID-19 Coalition, to focus attention on the need for testing and vaccinations in Northwest Philadelphia communities. They were joined by Congressman Dwight Evans, other elected officials and advocates.

2021 Swearing In Ceremony

Rep. Stephen Kinsey participates in the swearing in ceremony to begin the 2021-22 legislative session.

2019 Suits and Dress Drive

Rep. Stephen Kinsey speaks at a news conference where he discusses teaming up with colleagues from both sides of the aisle for a professional clothing drive.

Feeding 1,000 for Thanksgiving event

Rep. Stephen Kinsey, along with Reps. Isabella Fitzgerald, Chris Rabb, Rosita C. Youngblood, and Sens. Sharif Street and Art Haywood hosted the 8th annual Feeding 1,000 for Thanksgiving event at Treasures Banquet Hall. More than 1,000 people were served a full-course meal with dessert and were able to learn about state-related services.

Be the Match

Rep. Stephen Kinsey joined “Be the Match” and other advocates in support of Abington High School senior Juwan Adams who’s battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

Clean Slate And Second Chance Forum

Rep. Stephen Kinsey attends a Clean Slate and Second Chance Forum in Pittsburgh.

Stop Workplace Harassment Presser

Rep. Stephen Kinsey is joined by his Democratic colleagues from the House and Senate as Governor Tom Wolf spoke on proposed legislation to stop workplace harassment and discrimination.

Safe Nurse-To-Patient Limits Press Event

Rep. Stephen Kinsey speaks at a Harrisburg press conference to fight for proposed legislation to set safe nurse-to-patient limits in Pennsylvania hospitals.

Kinsey resolution celebrates Juneteenth Independence Day

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives unanimously adopted a resolution (H.R. 871) introduced by Rep. Stephen Kinsey and co-sponsored by Rep. Vanessa Brown, both D-Phila., which recognizes today as Juneteenth Independence Day in Pennsylvania.

Policy Committee Hearing: Cheyney University Funding

State Representatives James Roebuck, Stephen Kinsey and Jordan Harris co-chaired a House Democratic Policy Hearing on Cheyney University Funding.

2015 Senior Health Fair

Images from another successful Senior Health Fair with residents of the 201st Legislative District.

May 2015 Conversation with Secretary Dallas

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., who serves on the Human Services Committee, convened a "Conversation with Secretary Dallas," hosted by Resources for Human Development, enabling Pennsylvania Acting Secretary of Human Services Ted Dallas to discuss Governor Tom Wolf's proposed budget and field questions from providers and advocates.

Jazz Appreciation Month 2015

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., helps honor Jazz Month on April 20, 2015 in Pennsylvania in the Capitol in Harrisburg. Kinsey, Rep. Patty Kim, D-Dauphin, and Rep. Jake Wheatley, D-Allegheny, sponsored House Resolution 161 of 2015, which declares April 2015 as National Jazz Month in Pennsylvania.

Letters to Trayvon February 2015

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., presents checks to "Letters to Trayvon" essay-contest winners during a reception in Philadelphia on Feb. 28, 2015. The reception was attended by Trayvon Martin's father, Tracy Martin.

Kinsey, Youngblood honor Northwest Raiders, 2015 Pop Warner Super Bowl Champions

State Reps. Stephen Kinsey and Rosita Youngblood, both D-Phila., honor the 2015 Pop Warner Super Bowl Champion Northwest Raiders during Pennsylvania House session in Harrisburg on Feb. 2, 2015.

Swearing in to the 2015-16 Legislative Session

State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., is sworn in to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Jan. 6, 2015 during a Capitol ceremony in Harrisburg, beginning his second term representing the 201st Legislative District.