Mom. Community Leader. Champion for Working Families and a Clean Energy Future. Proud to serve the people of Chester County in PA District 155. Read more
This week took me back to Harrisburg for another round of legislative session, while my district office team stayed busy assisting community members with state services and programs. Read more
The proposed merger between Essential Utilities (AQUA) and American Water would create the largest private water utility in the United States, giving the combined entity a monopoly in our region. Read more
Pennsylvania's groundwater laws were established long before industrial wells, high capacity pumps, or large commercial users existed. Read more
This week, I traveled to Pittsburgh for two House Education Committee hearings focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence in our schools. Read more
On Thursday, PECO announced that it has withdrawn its rate case request. Thank you to all the constituents who joined me and my colleagues in calling on state regulators to reject the increase. Read more. Read more
Pennsylvania is one of the most water-rich states in the country, with an estimated 80 trillion gallons stored in underground aquifers and trillions more in our lakes, reservoirs, and 83,000 miles of streams and rivers. Read more
HARRISBURG, April 8 — Members of the Pennsylvania House Democratic Southeast Delegation today wrote to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to express their strong opposition to proposed gas and electric rate hikes by PECO, according to state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware, the delegation chair. Read more
No one should have to choose between paying their utility bills and putting food on the table. Please join me in calling on state regulators to reject this proposal and stand up for Pennsylvania consumers. Read more
Last week, we talked about the PUC’s upcoming public hearings on the proposed $63 billion merger between Essential Utilities and American Water. If approved, this merger would create the largest private water utility in the United States. Read more
Pennsylvanians are already feeling the impacts of data center development on their rising electric bills, and those same data center proposals are poised to have an equally concerning impact on public water bills. Read more
This week, I had the solemn honor of attending the funeral for Pennsylvania State Police Corporal Timothy O’Connor. As elected officials, we are often invited to join families and communities during moments of celebration, including award ceremonies, recognition dinners, and milestones that mark some of the brightest chapters in people’s lives. Being invited to stand with the O’Connor family, their friends, and loved ones during one of the most difficult moments of their lives was a very different kind of honor, and one I carried with deep respect. Read more
Our community is heartbroken by the tragic loss of Pennsylvania State Police Corporal Timothy O’Connor, who was shot and killed during a traffic stop in West Caln Township. Corporal O’Connor dedicated his career to protecting the people of Pennsylvania, and his service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Read more
As we continue the conversation on rising electricity prices this week, here’s a take I think most of us can agree on: Pennsylvania households shouldn’t bear the extra costs created by data center development or pay higher rates driven by excess demand that never gets used. Read more
While the proliferation of data centers across the commonwealth and the nation has only recently captured widespread media attention, I have spent more than a year working with legislators from multiple states in the PJM region to identify concerns and propose solutions that address the strain on our energy grid, the effect on our utility bills, and the potential environmental and economic impacts of rapid data center development. Read more
With the Governor’s Budget Address now behind us and the House scheduled to return to session in late March, this period is one of the most important stretches of the legislative year. While the governor’s proposal sets the stage, it is only the first step in a months’ long process that relies heavily on public input, careful review, and collaboration across the Commonwealth. Read more
For more than a year, I have worked with legislators from multiple states in the PJM region to express concerns and propose solutions for addressing the strain on our energy grid and the increased costs created by data center development. Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 10 – State Rep. Danielle Friel Otten and state Sen. Carolyn Comitta today announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation awarded more than $160,000 in state grants to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety at intersections and street crossings in Downingtown Borough. The grants are part of a $27 million investment funded by PennDOT’s Automated Red-Light Enforcement Program to support 51 safety projects across 44 municipalities statewide . The approved projects in Downingtown include: $65,469 for lane configuration and detection upgrades at the intersection of Wallace Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue, and detection upgrades at two adjacent intersections within the borough. $94,812 to enhance the existing mid-block pedestrian crossing along Pennsylvania Avenue at Kerr Park. "These investments will help to improve traffic flow, walkability and pedestrian safety in a busy part of town near some of Downingtown’s most popular parks and local businesses," said Otten, D-Chester. “I applaud the borough’s ongoing commitment to building a safe, convenient and welcoming community for residents and visitors." Pennsylvania’s ARLE program, which benefits municipalities throughout the state, is funded by fines from red light violations at 38 intersections in Philadelphia where red-light running has been determined to be an issue. Projects are selected Read more
On Tuesday, Governor Shapiro delivered the fourth and final Budget Address of his first term. I heard a lot that I was encouraged by, and many of the proposals align with the priorities I hear from families, educators, and local leaders here in central Chester County – all without raising taxes. Read more
Last weekend’s snowstorm brought real disruption to our region. Schools closed, businesses adjusted their hours, and many community events were postponed or canceled. The effects lingered into the early part of the week, reminding us how quickly winter weather can upend daily routines. Read more
Please use the form below to sign up for email updates. By completing this form you are acknowledging your request to receive periodic email updates.
By completing this form, you are verifying your request to opt in for email updates...
Thank you. Your email signup has been sent. You should start getting emails within 24 hours.
Please use the form below to email Rep. Danielle Friel Otten.
Thank you. Your feedback has been sent.
631 North Pottstown PikeExton, PA 19341
P*: (484) 200-8259
F*: (484) 200-8269
Hours of Operation - Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Constituent services available by email, phone, or in-person by appointment. If you need an appointment outside our regular business hours, please call us at 484-200-8259 or email repotten@pahouse.net and we will do our best to accommodate.
122 Wallace Ave.Downingtown, PA 19335-2643
Hours of Operation - Fourth Wednesday of every month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
295 Hurley RoadCoatesville, PA 19320-1525
Third Wednesday of every month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
34 East WingPO Box 202155Harrisburg, PA 17120-2155
P*: (717) 783-5009
F*: (717) 772-2943