Delco lawmakers announce facilities improvement grants for local schools

(1 day ago)

HARRISBURG, Sept. 17 – Upper Darby School District today was awarded state grant funding to help address environmental hazards in its school buildings, announced state Reps. Gina H. Curry and Heather Boyd, both D-Delaware. The district received $1,788,586 for environmental remediation needs. The money comes from the state’s Public ? School Environmental ??? Repairs Program , made possible by funding that Curry and Boyd voted for in the 2023-24 state budget. Grants under the program can be used by schools to fix environmental hazards in their school buildings, including removing lead in water sources and in paint, as well as asbestos and mold removal and remediation. A total of $75 million was available for the competitive grant program established in 2023, and 109 school districts and technical centers across the state received grants in this round. Projects require a match of 50% of total eligible project costs. More information is available on the Department of Education’s website . “Securing $75 million for environmental repairs in our school districts is not just a crucial step – it's an urgent demand for equity in our education system,” said Curry, D-Delaware. “This funding will fuel vital repairs and upgrades, from replacing outdated air conditioners and heaters to eliminating asbestos and lead pipes, fixing crumbling roofs, and making other essential improvements to ensure our schools Read more

 

E-Blast: Inspi-HER'd Recap, Teacher Pipeline Panel & more!

(Sep 13, 2024)

This past weekend we held our 3rd annual Inspi-HER'd event at Naylor's Run Park! Our girls need as much support as they can, especially during their middle school and teenage years. Read more

 

Local Democratic lawmakers praise $10 million grant awarded to Delaware County Community College

(Sep 11, 2024)

Delaware County Democratic legislators applauded the Shapiro administration's move in granting $10 million to Delaware County Community College’s expansion project. Read more

 

E-Blast: Inspi-HER'd this weekend, Upcoming Events & more!

(Sep 06, 2024)

I hope all of you enjoyed your Labor Day Weekend! My staff and I have spent the week preparing for Inspi-HER'd this Saturday! InspiHER'd 2023 was amazing on so many levels. Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Sep 04, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Community and Economic Development: Local Share Account Statewide Who May Apply: Counties, municipalities, municipal authorities, economic development agencies, redevelopment authorities, land banks, or councils of government. Non-profits may partner with an eligible applicant to apply on their behalf. Use: Projects in the public interest. Projects that improve the quality of life of citizens in the community. Eligible projects must be owned and maintained by an eligible applicant or a nonprofit organization. See program guidelines for specific eligible uses of funds. Funds: The PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act provides for the distribution of gaming revenues through the Commonwealth Financing Authority to support projects in the public interest. Grant requests must be at a minimum $25,000 and no more than $1,000,000. Application Deadline: November 30, 2024 More information: DCED Website Department of Education: Hunger-Free Campus Grants Who May Apply: Institutes of Higher Education. Use: Funding may be used to ensure students have access to healthy, nutritious food. Funds: Institutions with 3,000 or fewer students are eligible for $20,000 awards. Institutions with 3,001 to 7,000 students are eligible for $40,000 awards. Institutions with greater than 7,000 students are eligible for $60,000 awards. Application Deadline: September 23, 2024 More information: PDE website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR Read more

 

E-Blast: Upcoming events, Pharmacy tour & more!

(Aug 29, 2024)

As the Labor Day holiday approaches this weekend, classes in our school districts in the 164th Legislative District are also underway. The Upper Darby School District students, teachers and staff returned this past Monday and The William Penn School District has been in preparation for the start of a great year by celebrating with students and families the return of a new school year. Read more

 

E-Blast: New legislation, UDSD back to school & more!

(Aug 23, 2024)

The opening of the 2024-2025 school year is upon us! It's hard to believe that school is starting back up already as children in the Upper Darby School District are preparing for another exciting school year. Read more

 

Summer 2024 Newsletter

(Aug 19, 2024)

I’m proud to announce that I voted to pass a state budget that delivers a win for all Pennsylvanians. It builds a better future for all of us. It reflects the priorities shared by the PA House and Gov. Josh Shapiro and demonstrates our ability to lead and work together despite a divided government. Read more

 

E-Blast: SEPTA Tour, District Happenings & more!

(Aug 16, 2024)

While we're more than a month away from session, I managed to get to work with some of my colleagues this week!  Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District

(Aug 13, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: School Safety and Mental Health Grants Who May Apply: Eligible school entities as defined under 24 P.S. §13-1314.1-B of the PA Public School Code. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: $100 million is available to be distributed via a formula that stipulates school districts are to receive $100,000 base average and an additional amount based on their 22/23 Adjusted Average Daily Membership. Other eligible school entities are to receive $70,000. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Targeted School Safety Grants for Nonpublic Schools Who May Apply: Nonpublic schools as defined under Section 924.3-A of the PA Public School Code, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, or approved vendors. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: A total of $19,665,000 in state school safety and security funds is being announced to support this initiative. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website PennDOT: Rail Freight Assistance Program/Rail Transportation Assistance Program Who May Apply: Railroad company, transportation organization, municipality, municipal authority, user Read more

 

E-Blast: Farewell Summer 2024 Legislative Interns

(Aug 09, 2024)

We are sad to say farewell to our amazing legislative summer interns for 2024. Abigail Ahia and Toluwalase Awoyemi were an invaluable addition to Team Curry this summer, and they will be missed by all. During their 10-week internship, they were able to travel to Harrisburg to understand the work I do at the Capitol, they assisted our office with constituent care, performed legislative outreach that they planned and lead through our Summer Youth Legislative Council, and they were a huge part of the team as we planned and executed our 3rd Annual Summer Pop Up Bookbag Event throughout the 164th Legislative District. Team Curry 164 feels grateful for the time we got to spend with our interns. Good Luck in your upcoming school year at Temple University and Lincoln University! Read more

 

E-Blast: Back to School, Celebrating Young Leaders & more!

(Aug 02, 2024)

We have entered August! As the summer continues to fly by, we have to start thinking about getting the kids back to school! My office and I are here to help! Read more

 

E-Blast: Budget Wins, Upcoming Events & more!

(Jul 26, 2024)

The last week of July brings us a slight relief from the excessive heat we've come to experience in the summer. Remember to stay safe in the heat by seeking shade or indoor, air-conditioned places. Read more

 

E-Blast: Budget Highlights, Youth Legislative Council & more!

(Jul 19, 2024)

After a long and difficult budget process, it feels so good to be on the other side of the mountain. My colleagues and I are all recovering from last week's budget process and eventual approval. Read more

 

E-Blast: State Budget Signed into Law

(Jul 12, 2024)

I’m proud to announce that this week, I voted to pass a state budget that delivers a win for all Pennsylvanians. It builds a better future for all of us. It reflects the priorities shared by House Democrats and Gov. Josh Shapiro and demonstrates our ability to lead and work together despite a divided government. Read more

 

E-Blast: Budget Process Continues, 4th of July in the 164th & more!

(Jul 05, 2024)

It has been a grind to open July. As I write this email, we are still working on a budget that works for all Pennsylvanians. While the process is long and difficult, we continue to fight to give power to the people! Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District

(Jul 02, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Local Share Account: Monroe County Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic development agencies, or redevelopment authorities within Monroe County or the five contiguous counties to Monroe (Carbon, Lackawanna, Northampton, Pike, and Wayne). Use: Public interest projects, community improvement projects, economic development projects, or roadway improvement projects. Funds: Funded by gross terminal revenues of certain licensed gaming facilities. Application Deadline: September 30, 2024 More information: DCED Website Local Share Account: Category 4 Facilities Program (Berks, Cumberland, Westmoreland, and York Counties) Who May Apply: Municipalities, counties, redevelopment authorities, or economic development agencies in a county hosting a Category 4 licensed gaming facility. Use: Projects in the public interest. Funds: Funded by gaming revenues from Category 4 licensed facilities. Application Deadline: September 30, 2024 More information: DCED Website Local Share Account: Luzerne County Who May Apply: All Luzerne County municipalities and the Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority. Use: Projects in the public interest. Funds: Funded by 2% of gross terminal revenues of certain licensed gaming facilities. Application Deadline: September 30, 2024 More information: DCED Website Local Read more

 

E-Blast: Budget Week, Gov. Shapiro in Upper Darby, Independence Day & more!

(Jun 28, 2024)

I hope you have all been enjoying your summer so far! As we close out June, we started the incredibly laborious task of improving and negotiating a state budget for the fiscal year.  Read more

 

Curry: Family First! PA Needs the Family Care Act

(Jun 24, 2024)

PA Black Maternal Health Caucus co-chair, state Rep. Gina H. Curry stands with House and Senate colleagues and stakeholders to show support for the Family Care Act. Curry says the Family Care Act is not only about caregivers. She says this legislation would reduce maternal mortality and morbidity and is crucial for the health and well-being of our communities. Read more

 

E-Blast: Juneteenth, Budget Preview, & more!

(Jun 21, 2024)

This week we have welcomed summer! While we have been enjoying the warmer weather the past few weeks, we officially welcomed the summer season on Thursday! Read more

 

Delco lawmakers announce facilities improvement grants for local schools
1 day ago

E-Blast: Inspi-HER'd Recap, Teacher Pipeline Panel & more!
Sep 13, 2024

Local Democratic lawmakers praise $10 million grant awarded to Delaware County Community College
Sep 11, 2024

E-Blast: Inspi-HER'd this weekend, Upcoming Events & more!
Sep 06, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Sep 04, 2024

E-Blast: Upcoming events, Pharmacy tour & more!
Aug 29, 2024

E-Blast: New legislation, UDSD back to school & more!
Aug 23, 2024

Summer 2024 Newsletter
Aug 19, 2024

E-Blast: SEPTA Tour, District Happenings & more!
Aug 16, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Aug 13, 2024

E-Blast: Farewell Summer 2024 Legislative Interns
Aug 09, 2024

E-Blast: Back to School, Celebrating Young Leaders & more!
Aug 02, 2024

E-Blast: Budget Wins, Upcoming Events & more!
Jul 26, 2024

E-Blast: Budget Highlights, Youth Legislative Council & more!
Jul 19, 2024

E-Blast: State Budget Signed into Law
Jul 12, 2024

E-Blast: Budget Process Continues, 4th of July in the 164th & more!
Jul 05, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Jul 02, 2024

E-Blast: Budget Week, Gov. Shapiro in Upper Darby, Independence Day & more!
Jun 28, 2024

Curry: Family First! PA Needs the Family Care Act
Jun 24, 2024

E-Blast: Juneteenth, Budget Preview, & more!
Jun 21, 2024