This week we heard Gov. Shapiro's budget address!

The Governor outlined many great initiatives that my colleagues and I on the House Appropriations Committee look forward to including and improving when it’s time to put forward our budget in the summer! We've been called upon to once again raise the minimum wage, something Pennsylvania has not done in more than 15 years. A $7.25 minimum wage may have been acceptable back then, but the economy has changed drastically, and this wage is simply unlivable. Our neighboring states have all raised their minimum wages in recent years, it's about time we join them. 

Some other crucial objectives include $300 million for public transit, $50 million to child care centers, and more than $500 million to our schools. In the coming weeks, I'll be sharing updates from the various budget hearings we will host. It is our hope that we can meet and exceed the Governor's goals for a fair budget that brings power to the people of Pennsylvania. 

On Monday, we all wore red for Heart Health Awareness Month! Later in the day I attended a press conference to celebrate and connect with our local Girl Scout Troops! We were addressed by student Girl Scout leaders, our Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton and Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania CEO Kim E. Fraites-Dow about the importance of being a strong community leader with girl power. All of the legislators who attended were sworn in as honorary Girl Scouts. My constituents from Upper Darby Troop 5130 represented as student Girl Scout leaders Chloe Thompson and Folasade Beckett were in attendance! 

On Wednesday, we celebrated the retirement of the incredible Deb Brady before donning our Eagles Green to wish the Birds the best of luck in the Super Bowl this Sunday! 

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In partnership and service,

Gina H. Curry

Nathaniel's Return From Service!

Welcome Back to Nathaniel Randall! He has returned to work with Team Curry to resume in his part-time role as a constituent services advisor after an almost year-long leave of absence to serve overseas in the Pennsylvania National Guard. We are excited to have him back on the team!

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Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program has made it easier for older friends & neighbors here in the 164th Legislative District to stay in their homes and afford groceries, medicine, and so much more.

The application period for the 2025 program has just opened, and I’m here to help find out if you’re eligible and apply for your rebate. Thanks to changes we made in 2023 more people are eligible and the rebates are bigger than ever!

Contact me to get a start on the process! While we help with this program, we'll see what other state programs and services are available for you. 

You can view a list of several grant programs that recently opened for applications, on my website.

If you need help applying for grants, please contact my office at (610) 259-7016 or email RepCurry@pahouse.net.

I am partnering with SCORE to host a FREE Business Forum and Resource Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Twentieth Century Club in Lansdowne!

 There will be free business mentoring services along with resources on:
- New business development opportunities
- Networking with other business owners
- Funding sources

Space is limited, so be sure to register through the link here. 

If you need assistance with any state-related issue, you can reach out to my office.
 

Thank you for letting our team proudly serve you, your families, and the stakeholders in the 164th in East Lansdowne, Lansdowne, Milbourne, and Upper Darby. 

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Sincerely,

Pennsylvania State Capitol

25-A East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-4907

District Office

1500 Garrett Rd.
Upper Darby, PA 19082
(610) 259-7016