Legislative Update, Funding our state-related colleges, combating the rising cost of flood insurance

(Nov 02, 2023)

As parts of Bucks County had another wave of costly floods this year, we are again reminded of the rising cost of flood insurance. Read more

 

House Democrats Secure Funding, Tuition Freeze for State-Related Universities, Ensuring an Affordable World-Class Education

(Oct 31, 2023)

The House passed House Bill 612, providing a 7% increase in funding to Penn State University, the University of Pittsburgh, and Temple University and a 25% increase in funding for Lincoln University. The bill also freezes tuition increases at the universities for the 2024-25 school year. This week the House also passed legislation with overwhelming support that would ensure greater transparency by making the state-related universities subject to certain provisions of the state’s Right to Know Law. Read more

 

Legislative Update, Mail-in Ballots, Sign up for Healthcare

(Oct 25, 2023)

Residents who requested mail-in or absentee ballots may return them to a drop box located at the Grundy Memorial Library at 680 Radcliffe St. in Bristol. Read more

 

Union health center offers services for workers and their families

(Oct 25, 2023)

“IUOE Local 542 saw a real need among its workers and their families, and they provided a practical solution,” said Rep. Tina Davis, who serves on the House Majority Leadership team as the Caucus Secretary and represents portions of Bucks County. “They are not only keeping money in the pocket of their workers, but they’re providing one more valuable health care option for their workers.” Read more

 

Legislative Update, Get your flu and COVID shots

(Oct 19, 2023)

As we approach the winter months, now is the time to get your seasonal flu shots and COVID-19 booster. Read my latest e-news report to find out how to get your shot, votes I took this week to stop scammers and for more information on other events in the area. Read more

 

Davis, Shusterman provision included in tax reduction bill

(Oct 04, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Oct 4 – State Reps. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, and Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, highlight the inclusion of a child and dependent care tax credit program in the House tax code bill which was passed Tuesday. This provision expands Pennsylvania's Child and Dependent Care Enhancement Tax Credit by increasing the percentage taxpayers can claim as well as increasing the allowable expenses. “Families are faced with steep childcare costs and difficult decisions,” Davis said. “This bill will provide a much-needed tax break to families throughout the commonwealth. Our children deserve exceptional childcare, and parents should be able to provide it without worrying about breaking the bank.” Shusterman echoed Davis’ comments. “Here in the commonwealth, childcare for one child averages $12,000 a year, often more,” Shusterman said. “The hardworking parents of Pennsylvania do not deserve to be priced out of childcare and in turn, being denied the opportunity to work year-round.” Sept. 30 was the end of pandemic-era federal aid to childcare providers. For many providers, stuck in the middle between pricing pressures and rising costs, this aid was the one thing keeping them open. Now, parents are facing a childcare cliff as nearly 3,000 Pennsylvania childcare programs are expected to close in the near future, impacting over 152,000 of the commonwealth’s Read more

 

Davis to host Fall Shred Event on Saturday, Oct. 7

(Oct 02, 2023)

State Rep Tina Davis, D-Bucks, announced that she will be hosting her Fall Shred Event from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 7 at the Bucks County Technical High School, 610 Wistar Road, Fairless Hills. There is a limit of five boxes or bags (paper only). Bring personal financial documents that are no longer needed, and any other papers with confidential information, such as account numbers and signatures for safe and secure disposal. “This is a great way to protect your identity and declutter your home at the same time,” Davis said. Please RSVP by Oct. 6 by calling 267-580-2660. Non-perishable food donations or diapers to donate to local pantry are welcomed. Read more

 

Davis to host Senior Expo on Thursday

(Sep 05, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Sept. 5 – State Rep. Tina Davis, D- Bucks, announced her 2023 Senior Expo will be held from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 at the Bristol Township Senior Center, 2501 Bath Road. The expo will include health screenings, information for seniors and caregivers, refreshments, door prizes, and more. The Bristol Township Police Department will also be on hand to conduct drug takeback services. Information on how to apply for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, plus information on the program’s new 2023 guidelines will also be available for older Pennsylvanians and their families. Read more

 

Bristol Township’s Keystone Elementary School awarded FFVP grant

(Aug 16, 2023)

BRISTOL, Aug. 16 – A grant to help encourage healthy eating habits was awarded to Keystone Elementary School, state Rep. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, and Gov. Josh Shapiro announced. Keystone Elementary School, located in the Croydon section of Bristol Township, will receive $68,832 from the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. Under the program’s guidelines, the funds will be used to provide students with fresh fruits and vegetables separately from the lunch or breakfast meal in one or more areas of the school during the school day. “It is important to start kids eating healthy at an early age,” Davis said. “This grant helps Keystone Elementary School do just that.” Read more

 

House Majority Leadership joins community to sound education SOS in Philadelphia

(Jul 31, 2023)

PHILADELPHIA, July 31 – On the first stop of a statewide tour, educators, advocates, labor leaders and concerned parents joined members of the Pennsylvania House Majority Leadership team and the House Majority Policy Committee in seeking answers to repair and reform funding for public schools. “This is not a Republican issue or a Democratic issue, and it is not a city issue or a rural issue – it’s a Pennsylvania issue,” Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, said. “Equitably funding schools is about investing in Pennsylvania’s future and ensuring that every student regardless of the neighborhood they live in has the tools to thrive academically, socially, and civically. Our state’s future starts now, and it’s time to equitably and adequately fund our public schools.” A Commonwealth Court judge ruled in February the state fell short of its constitutional obligation to students in the most underserved school districts , violating students’ rights to a “comprehensive, effective, and contemporary” education. “In Pennsylvania, we have teachers being tasked with leading but lacking even the basic supplies needed to succeed,” Majority Leader Matt Bradford, D-Montgomery, said. “We have schools unable to hire enough counselors and nurses to serve the needs of its children. We have told generations you can achieve if you excel in Read more

 

Legislative Update, Info on State-Related Programs, and More!

(Jul 11, 2023)

On Wednesday, the House passed a budget bill (H.B. 611) for fiscal year 2023-24, which delivers a commonsense spending proposal to solve the most pressing issues Pennsylvanians face. Read more

 

Cephas, Davis legislation protecting incarcerated women passes House

(Jun 13, 2023)

Reps. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., and Tina Davis, D-Bucks, today celebrated the passage of legislation to protect pregnant or postpartum incarcerated women. Read more

 

Davis, Shusterman Celebrate Passage of H.B. 1259

(Jun 12, 2023)

State Reps. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, and Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, today celebrated the passage of their legislation to help Pennsylvanians deal with the rising costs of childcare (H.B. 1259). Read more

 

Legislative Updates, Memorial Day, and More!

(May 25, 2023)

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will close at 12 p.m. on Friday, May 26 and will be closed for the entire day on Monday, May 29. Please take time this weekend to thank the veterans you know and remember those who lost their life serving our country. Read more

 

Bill to notify property owners of changing flood hazards passes House

(May 24, 2023)

Rep. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, today celebrated the passage of H.B. 246, a bill that would require municipalities and counties to provide notification to property owners of changes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s flood hazard area maps. Read more

 

Davis, Shusterman applaud passage of Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act

(May 23, 2023)

State Reps. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, and Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, today applauded PA House passage of the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act. Read more

 

New Falls Rd Sidewalk Ceremony, Open House Recap, and More!

(May 22, 2023)

I was happy to join local leaders and community members on Thursday for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the New Falls Road sidewalk. Read more

 

Medicaid Renewal, Election Information, Upcoming Events, and More!

(May 12, 2023)

In this week's email, I provide an update on Medicaid and CHIP renewal, information on the upcoming election, and more! Read more

 

Cephas, Davis and Jones resume their fight for incarcerated women

(Apr 18, 2023)

HARRISBURG, April 18 – State Reps. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., Tina Davis, D-Bucks, and Mike Jones, R-York, praised the passage of their Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act today in the Judiciary Committee. The bill, which would stabilize how pregnant people are treated in Pennsylvania’s jails and prisons, is now on its way to be heard on the House floor. The Dignity for Incarcerated Women Act (H.B.900), a bipartisan effort that passed unanimously, would prohibit the shackling of pregnant women, solitary confinement of pregnant women and provides for trauma informed care training of corrections officers interacting with pregnant and postpartum women. “While we believe in supporting a system that serves justice, women who are incarcerated face a number of unique issues regarding their heath and the health of their children,” Cephas said. “We have identified a number of best practices, many of which are already in place, that we believe will not only benefit incarcerated women, but their children, family and society as a whole. “Specifically, our bill would provide well vetted provisions at both the state and county levels, with necessary oversight from children and youth services, and limited exceptions where extenuating circumstances and/or capacity constraints prevent safe practice and enforcement, along other requirements.” Cephas explained that the bill would also include three days of post-delivery bonding time between Read more

 

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!

(Jan 31, 2023)

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download! Each month contains a scene from our Pennsylvania Capitol, proclaimed as one of the most beautiful Capitol buildings in the nation. Read more

 

Legislative Update, Funding our state-related colleges, combating the rising cost of flood insurance
Nov 02, 2023

House Democrats Secure Funding, Tuition Freeze for State-Related Universities, Ensuring an Affordable World-Class Education
Oct 31, 2023

Legislative Update, Mail-in Ballots, Sign up for Healthcare
Oct 25, 2023

Union health center offers services for workers and their families
Oct 25, 2023

Legislative Update, Get your flu and COVID shots
Oct 19, 2023

Davis, Shusterman provision included in tax reduction bill
Oct 04, 2023

Davis to host Fall Shred Event on Saturday, Oct. 7
Oct 02, 2023

Davis to host Senior Expo on Thursday
Sep 05, 2023

Bristol Township’s Keystone Elementary School awarded FFVP grant
Aug 16, 2023

House Majority Leadership joins community to sound education SOS in Philadelphia
Jul 31, 2023

Legislative Update, Info on State-Related Programs, and More!
Jul 11, 2023

Cephas, Davis legislation protecting incarcerated women passes House
Jun 13, 2023

Davis, Shusterman Celebrate Passage of H.B. 1259
Jun 12, 2023

Legislative Updates, Memorial Day, and More!
May 25, 2023

Bill to notify property owners of changing flood hazards passes House
May 24, 2023

Davis, Shusterman applaud passage of Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act
May 23, 2023

New Falls Rd Sidewalk Ceremony, Open House Recap, and More!
May 22, 2023

Medicaid Renewal, Election Information, Upcoming Events, and More!
May 12, 2023

Cephas, Davis and Jones resume their fight for incarcerated women
Apr 18, 2023

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!
Jan 31, 2023