This week we mourned the loss of the Rev. Jesse Jackson, a fearless changemaker who didn’t stand for mediocrity and fought courageously for justice.

I had the honor of meeting him during a Capitol visit a little over a year ago. Shaking the hand of a man who inspired so many of us to step up and dedicate our lives to lifting our communities is a memory I will always hold close to my heart as I continue to serve my community 

With his death, we lose a significant voice in the fight to protect the vulnerable, underrepresented, and underserved. May his influence live on for generations to come.

In service,

Gina H. Curry

State Representative

164th Legislative District

I love supporting our small business community with events like today’s Black & Diverse Business Forum, and each of you who came today is an inspiration. The integrity, engagement and focus I saw today shows exactly how you’re going to use what you learned to help your businesses thrive.

Thank you to everyone who brought this event to life, to keynote speaker Dr. Nicole Rayfield, CEO and Founder of Polish Me Unbothered, and to all of you for taking advantage of this learning experience. 

As always, you can reach out to my office to learn about business resources, or to find out when we’ll host our next events!

Aignèr Cleveland has been working with state Sen. Tim Kearney four years, most recently as his communications director, and today she celebrated her last day on his staff at our Black and Diverse Business Forum. We wish her the very best!

Today's focus was on small business, and I was excited to attend the Upper Darby Small Business Empowerment Hub announcement and celebration this afternoon at the Upper Darby Township Building. 

Upper Darby Township has allocated $4.8 million for small business resources, grants, and business corridor revitalization, made possible by the American Rescue Plan Act. The new hub will provide expert technical support in business planning, implementing financial systems, marketing and sales strategies, and staffing and operations. 

When our small businesses succeed, the whole community benefits, and this will be an important resource for every small business in Upper Darby!

I had the honor of attending the NAACP Philadelphia Branch Gala last Thursday evening. It was great to be in the audience to see this year's amazing recipients of the Freedom Fund Award. Congratulations to all the honorees!

Applications for the Summer 2026 Pennsylvania House of Representatives Legislative Fellowship Program are due on Monday, March 2.

The Fellowship Program is based in our magnificent Capitol Building in Harrisburg. Fellows are assigned to work in House Standing Committees or House Leadership offices, receive compensation (which may include college credit), and have the opportunity to draft and present legislation, attend meet-and-greets with public officials and staff, and tour some of the Commonwealth’s historic sites, among other experiences. The Summer Semester runs from Thursday, June 4, through Thursday, August 6, 2026. 

Qualified applicants will be:

1. College undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or law school students;
2. Enrolled in a Pennsylvania college/university, or a Pennsylvania resident enrolled in an out-of-state institution; and
3. Pursuing any major with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

If you know of any college students who would benefit from the Fellowship Program, please invite them to visit the website. Applications can be submitted via email to: pahousefellowship@pabmc.net.

Next week starts a full schedule of budget hearings at the Capitol, the first steps in our budget process. You can watch these meetings live at pahouse.com/live, or after the fact here on YouTube.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) application period for 2025–26 is open! Whether you rent or own your home, you could receive a cash grant from $200 to $1,000 based on your household size, income, and fuel type. Most importantly, this is a grant and does not have to be repaid.

To find out if you qualify and for help applying, contact my office. You can also apply for LIHEAP online. Weatherize your home by sealing drafts and replacing your furnace filter, and explore other energy-saving tools. If you’re concerned about paying your heating bill, contact PECO now to ask about their assistance programs or payment plan options.

Saturday, March 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Shred Event with Rep. Heather Boyd

DCCC Southeast Center, 409 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, PA

TOMORROW! Saturday, February 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Pampering Parents Giveaway by the Pettaway Pursuit Foundation

PHMC Health Center on Cedar

501 S. 54th St., Philadelphia, PA 19143

Tuesday, February 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

DCHD and UTDJ Black History Month Panel

Delaware County Wellness Center

125 Chester Ave., Yeadon, PA 19050

Register by calling 484-276-2100

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

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