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(Mar 21, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

Pa. state Rep. Stephen Kinsey knows that you elected him to make sure Harrisburg is working hard on your behalf. He's putting Pa. on a path to better schools, better jobs, and better communities. Kinsey is working to make sure everyone gets the most out of the state programs and services they help pay for. His district office in Germantown is always available to help answer questions or see if you qualify for state programs at 215-849-6592. Read more

 

Reps. Kinsey, Fitzgerald, Parker and partners roll out new ‘Third Thursday’ project addressing gun violence in Northwest Philadelphia

(Mar 18, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

State Reps. Stephen Kinsey, Isabella Fitzgerald and Darisha Parker, all D-Phila., joined legislative colleagues, Philadelphia police, state police, the City of Philadelphia, the District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia Sherriff’s Office, grassroot organizations and members of the Northwest Community last evening at Daniel E. Rumph II Recreation Center for a new gun violence initiative called “Third Thursday.” The group gathered and distributed service and support information to families impacted by gun violence throughout the community. Organizations that participated in this initial Third Thursday event included: Philadelphia Anti-Drug/Anti-Violence Network Men who Care of Germantown 7 G’s Action for Justice Collective Office of Policy and Strategic Initiatives for Criminal Justice and Public Policy 35th & 14th police districts State police Speak Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office 17 with life City of Dreams coalition New journey Christian center Father’s Day rally committee “Coming to the communities affected by this senseless violence and speaking with residents will help us understand their concerns even better,” Kinsey said. “People are scared and want to live in safe communities where they don’t have to worry about getting shot, and it is my hope that this initiative will help with that.” Read more

 

Kinsey, colleagues hold three public safety meetings

(Mar 17, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

PHILADELPHIA, March 17 – State Reps. Stephen Kinsey, Isabella Fitzgerald and Darisha Parker, all D-Phila., held a series of public safety meetings earlier this week throughout various parts of northwest Philadelphia. In attendance were partners who have agreed to support the elected officials in their new “Third Thursday” public safety project that will address the gun violence epidemic in Philadelphia. These partners include: the Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police, the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, Philadelphia’s Office of Policy & Strategic Initiative for Criminal Justice & Public Safety, the Philadelphia Chapter of the NAACP and local grassroot organizations. At the meetings, which were held on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, members of the community were present and shared ideas for solutions to gun violence and ways to improve quality of life for the residents of the community. “It is important for us as elected officials to listen to members of our communities and to show action. They need to know that we as elected officials care,” Kinsey said. “No one should have to worry and live in fear of possibly getting shot or even killed from gun violence.” Video from the meetings can be found here and photos here . Read more

 

Now open for applications: Student mental health and wildlife funding opportunities

(Mar 09, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Support for Student Mental Health Needs Program (Funding Source: General Fund) Who May Apply : Nonprofit organizations, school districts, and other school entities. Use : To propose programming and other services to address youth mental health needs that have become apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds : Grants up to $150,000. Application Deadline : March 28, 2022 More Information : Click on https://egrants.pccd.pa.gov/Public/OpenAnnouncements.aspx . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2022 Resource Center for Prevention Program (Funding Source: General Fund) Who May Apply : Any institution of higher education, nonprofit agency, or for-profit organization. Use : To support Pennsylvania’s Resource Center for Evidence-based Prevention and Intervention Programs and Practices (Resource Center). Funds : One award of $945,000. Application Deadline : April 4, 2022 More Information : Click on https://egrants.pccd.pa.gov/Public/OpenAnnouncements.aspx . Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission: State Wildlife Grant Program (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who May Apply : Any agency, organization, or entity desiring to participate in the planning or Read more

 

Rep. Kinsey Winter 2022 NL

(Feb 22, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

Rep. Kinsey's 2022 Winter NL covering events that occurred throughout the 201st legislative district throughout the year Read more

 

Northwest Philly lawmakers hold public safety forum

(Feb 18, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 18 – In an effort to ensure the safest and strongest neighborhoods for northwest Philadelphia residents, state Reps. Stephen Kinsey, Darisha Parker and Isabella Fitzgerald, all D-Phila., today continued their quest of holding public safety meetings, this one organized with a focus on local clergy, newly promoted police leadership in northwest Philadelphia and community leaders. Meeting attendees gathered at 10 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church in Germantown to discuss how lawmakers, police, clergy, community leaders and residents can work together to improve police/community relations and make northwest Philadelphia communities safer for residents. “We cannot solve the problems in our communities unless we come together as a community and work hard on finding the solutions that will lift us out of the violence and poverty that plagues our city,” Kinsey said. “That’s why we must continue to bring together elected officials, law enforcement, clergy and other community stakeholders, not just once, but regularly and with purpose, to develop a strategy that will ultimately save lives and improve everyone’s quality of life.” Those contributing information and ideas at today’s public safety conversation included: Reps. Kinsey, Parker and Fitzgerald; Congressman Dwight Evans; and Sens. Sharif Street and Art Haywood. Dr. Read more

 

Bi-Partisan Caucus holds first ever Zoom forum to discuss governor’s budget

(Feb 14, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

HARRISBURG, Feb. 14 – The PA House Bi-Partisan Caucus held a forum Friday where the co-chairs, state Reps. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., and Greg Rothman, R-Cumberland, were joined by 45 other PA House members and three presidents of PA State System of Higher Education universities to discuss Gov. Tom Wolf’s 2022-23 budget proposal. The governor’s plan would invest $75 million for the operations of PASSHE. The three presidents included Dr. Christopher Fiorentino, West Chester University; Kenneth Long, East Stroudsburg University; and Dr. Dale-Elizabeth Pehrsson, Penn West University. Penn West is the PASSHE chancellor’s integration plan that would make California University of PA, Clarion University and Edinboro University one institution. Kinsey said he was excited about the bipartisan support at the forum. “It was great to see 45 members and three university presidents come together for the common good that impacts not only the future of education in our state system, but the economy and workforce,” Kinsey said. “In today’s divisive political climate, it was great to have members from both sides come together to listen to these presidents as they detailed the impact that these dollars will have on their individual universities.” “Our biggest priority is ensuring a successful future for Pennsylvania, and this forum was an excellent opportunity to focus on that priority,” Rothman said. Read more

 

Kinsey: Budget Makes Needed Investments

(Feb 09, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

Pa. state Rep. Stephen Kinsey says that the priorities outlined in Gov. Tom Wolf's 2022-23 proposed state budget are aligned with his own priorities. Investments in education, seniors, criminal justice reform and more will be the focus for Kinsey through the upcoming Appropriations Committee budget hearings that will help craft the enabling legislation for these priorities. Read more

 

Kinsey pleased about Governor’s 2022-23 budget plan 

(Feb 09, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

HARRISBURG, Feb. 9 – State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., made a statement regarding Gov. Wolf’s 2022 budget address. “I am happy with the proposed budget that Governor Wolf presented. His priorities are in line with what my constituents and I expect of this legislature,” Kinsey said. This includes increased spending for education, workforce development, supporting seniors, environmental/agricultural investments, gun violence reduction and criminal justice reform, which I recently rolled out seven pieces of legislation for. The money in this budget plan would help out with these reforms.” More details about the governor’s 2022-23 budget proposal can be found here: https://houseappropriations.com/Topic/BudgetYears/697 . Kinsey continued, “As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I will advocate for and support the governor’s initiative to make sure we can get those additional dollars where they’re needed. I’m looking forward to robust discussion over the next few weeks so we can inquire about a budget that will help serve the people of Pennsylvania.” Read more

 

Now open for applications: Homeowner assistance, nonprofit security, Act 13, and clean energy funding opportunities

(Feb 07, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry: Clean Energy Workforce Development Grant (Funding Source: General Fund) Who May Apply : Pennsylvania local workforce development board. Use : To assist the department with the creation of programs designed to engage and support businesses in the clean energy sector. Funds : Grants up to $500,000. Application Deadline : March 14, 2022 More Information : Click on https://www.dli.pa.gov/Businesses/Workforce-Development/grants/Pages/default.aspx . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Nonprofit Security Grant Program (Funding Source: Nonprofit Security Grant Fund) Who May Apply : Nonprofits. Use : To enhance security and protect from hate crimes. Funds : Grants awards from $5,000 to $150,000. Application Deadline : March 2, 2022 More Information : Click on https://www.pccd.pa.gov/schoolsafety/Pages/Non-Profit-Security-Grant-Fund.aspx . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Endowment Act – Direct Victim Service Organizations Grant Program (Funding Source: Monetary Penalty Endowments Trust Fund) Who May Apply : Direct victim service organizations. Use : To support residents of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who have been child victims of sexual Read more

 

Diverse by example: Increasing diversity in academia

(Feb 02, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

Nationally, just 6% of college and university faculty are Black. Today, the PA House Democratic Policy Committee, along with co-hosts state Reps. Gina H. Curry, D-Delaware, and Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., explored the topics of diversity and inclusion among academic faculty in Pennsylvania at a hearing in State College, PA. Read more

 

Kinsey seeks solutions for problems in Pa. prison system

(Jan 26, 2022) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

HARRISBURG, Jan. 26 – State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., held a news conference today with House and Senate colleagues and prison-reform advocates to discuss legislation to help address systemic problems in Pennsylvania’s prison system. Kinsey was joined by House Minority Leader Joanna McClinton, D-Phila., House Minority Whip Jordan Harris, D-Phila., state Reps. Amen Brown, Danilo Burgos, Joe Hohenstein, Darisha Parker and Brian Sims, all D-Phila.; Tim Briggs, Napoleon Nelson, Ben Sanchez and Joe Webster, all D-Montgomery; Bob Brooks, R-Westmoreland/Allegheny; Gina Curry, D-Delaware; Manuel Guzman, D-Berks; Dianne Herrin, D-Chester; Carol Hill-Evans, D-York; Patty Kim, D-Dauphin; Emily Kinkead, D-Allegheny; Maureen Madden, D-Monroe; Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester/Montgomery; and Regina Young, D-Delaware/Phila.; along with state Sen. Sharif Street, D-Phila. and Anton Andrew from PA Prison Society. “Right now, in Pennsylvania and the entire United States, we have a prison system that does not work,” Kinsey said. “We must pass legislation to reform this system, so that those incarcerated have a chance to live dignified lives when they’re serving their sentence and when they’ve completed it.” The lawmakers are seeking enactment of several bills that would improve the prison system for incarcerated people and their families as well as save taxpayer dollars, including: Probation and Parole Reform: Earned Compliance Read more

 

Kinsey announces $1.75 million in redevelopment funding for Northwest Philadelphia

(Dec 06, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

HARRISBURG, Dec. 6 – State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., today announced $1.75 million in state grants were awarded to Northwest Philadelphia for redevelopment projects. WES Corp. is a minority-run mental health care organization located in the Logan section of Philadelphia that provides mental health services to thousands of residents across the city. WES Corp. will use the funds it receives to acquire and rehabilitate the Windrim facility by constructing administrative support offices and additional parking. The project will yield a state-of-the-art health care facility/business service hub and headquarters for WES Corp. “I am very excited to see this funding go to WES Corporation to improve the overall complex,” Kinsey said. “It is important that our health care facilities are in the best condition possible for workers and patients.” Work will include renovation of vacant 33,000-square-foot building to provide corporate, health care & physician offices for expanded behavioral health services, and state-licensed outpatient mental health clinics and programs. The Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program is a grant program administered by the Office of the Budget for the acquisition and construction of regional economic, cultural, civic, recreational and historical improvement projects. RACP projects are authorized in the Redevelopment Assistance section of a Capital Budget Read more

 

Now open for applications: Substance use disorder treatment provider and veteran employment funding opportunities

(Nov 30, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs: Substance Use Disorder Provider Stabilization (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who Can Apply : Substance use disorder treatment providers. Use : Stabilization payments to substance use disorder treatment providers to assist with pandemic-related expenses. Funds : Up to $10 million will be awarded statewide. Application Deadline : December 8 More Information : Click on https://www.ddap.pa.gov/DDAPFunding/Pages/Funding-Opportunities.aspx . Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry: Veterans Employment Program (Funding Source s : General Fund & Reemployment Fund) Who Can Apply : Local workforce development boards, non-profit and non-governmental entities, community-based organizations, education and post-secondary organizations, labor organizations, business associations, and economic development entities. There is a special emphasis on the following counties with the highest veteran unemployment rates: Beaver, Delaware, Fayette, Lackawanna, Clearfield, and Lycoming counties. Use : To implement a veterans employment program. Funds : Up to $200,000 each. $800,000 will be awarded statewide. Application Deadline : December 30 More Information : Click on Read more

 

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(Nov 30, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

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LIHEAP: Expanded Home-Heating Assistance is Available to PA Renters, Homeowners

(Nov 04, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

As winter approaches and we prepare to spend even more time indoors, utility bills are only going to get more expensive. Additionally, we know that the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn have made it difficult for many to keep up with home energy bills. No Pennsylvanian should ever have to worry that their heat will be shut off during the coldest and darkest months of the year. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program administered by the Department of Human Services (DHS) that provides assistance for home heating bills so Pennsylvanians can stay warm and safe during the winter months. Assistance is available for both renters and homeowners. LIHEAP helps some of the commonwealth’s most vulnerable citizens — children, older Pennsylvanians, people with disabilities, and low-income families — make ends meet. Anyone who may need help, or anyone who has loved ones or neighbors who could benefit from this program, is encouraged to apply for LIHEAP today. APPLY FOR LIHEAP LIHEAP FACTS How do I apply for LIHEAP? Depending on preference, different options are available to apply for LIHEAP: Apply online: Pennsylvanians can apply at www.compass.state.pa.us . Paper applications: Call the LIHEAP Helpline at 1-866-857-7095 to request a paper application. Paper applications can also be downloaded from the DHS LIHEAP web page . County Assistance Office (CAO) services are available if clients Read more

 

Kinsey hosts public safety meeting to discuss solutions to gun violence

(Oct 29, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 29 – State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., hosted a public safety meeting last night to address solutions to the gun violence that is occurring in Philadelphia. The meeting was held in partnership with U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans, D-Phila.; Councilmembers Cindy Bass, Cherelle Parker and Derek Green; State Reps. Isabella Fitzgerald, Darisha Parker and Chris Rabb, all D-Phila.; and State Sens. Art Haywood, D-Montgomery/Phila. and Sharif Street, D-Phila. Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw and Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner were present as well as Police Inspector Jerreau Thomas, Police Captain Nicholas Smith of the 14 th Police District and Captain Michael Zimmerman of the 35 th Police District. There were also representatives from Governor Tom Wolf’s Office, Attorney General Josh Shapiro’s Office, and Mayor Jim Kenney’s office present to hear the potential solutions offered by the audience. Kinsey noted that the meeting was moderated by the Rev. Dr. Alyn E. Waller, which helped the meeting flow smoothly along. Roughly 400 community members attended the meeting with ideas and solutions to stop the gun violence in their communities. Some of the solutions presented were community policing, emphasizing skilled trades, teaching history in a different way, a citywide campaign against gun violence and better role models for children in the community. “We had a great Read more

 

Bill seeks accurate data on gun violence through nonpartisan research center

(Oct 26, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

HARRISBURG, Oct. 26 – State lawmakers representing the Philadelphia region have introduced legislation to start and fund a nonpartisan, academic research center on gun violence in Pennsylvania with the goal of providing policymakers and the public with accurate data to develop policies and programs that prevent gun violence. House Democratic Leader Joanna McClinton joined state Reps. Joe Hohenstein and Stephen Kinsey in introducing the bill (H.B.2009), which was referred to the House Judiciary Committee for review. “In 2019, there were 1,541 people killed in Pennsylvania as a result of gun violence,” Hohenstein said. “There is a dire need to implement new policies that could prevent so much unnecessary death in our communities.” McClinton strongly agreed. “Gun violence has become a massive public-health crisis that must be addressed now,” McClinton said. “This center would provide key research to determine the main causes behind gun violence and what strategies are most effective at reducing it in Pennsylvania.” Gun violence is particularly rampant in Philadelphia, where more than 2,200 people were shot in 2020, according to statistics from the Philadelphia Police Department. “Shootings are happening more frequently and our current approach to combat them is not working,” Kinsey said. “Our duty as legislators is to protect and serve our constituents. Establishing this research center is Read more

 

Kinsey to host a Day of Remembrance Saturday

(Sep 21, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 21 – State Rep. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., is partnering with EMIR Healing Center to host a Day of Remembrance from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25 at Vernon Park on Germantown Avenue. This event is to remember the people who have died in the last two years due to gun violence, by suicide and from COVID-19. “We are having this remembrance to mourn the loss of too many of our family, friends and neighbors, as well as to educate families on the resources available and support them in their healing process as they say goodbye to their loved ones,” Kinsey said. “Throughout the day, we will have discussions on my legislative work on these issues and how we can work together to prevent further unnecessary loss.” Supplies will be available for people to make remembrance art for their lost loved ones. There also will be music, food and prayer. More information is available at Kinsey’s office located at 5952-54 Germantown Ave., or by calling (215) 849-6592. Read more

 

Now open for applications: Public defender, prosecutor, humanities, gun violence, and library funding opportunities

(Sep 08, 2021) Rep. Stephen Kinsey

STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Public Defender Training Initiatives Grant (Funding Source: Federal Funds) Who May Apply : Any organization that can demonstrate a history of providing training and technical assistance to public defenders in Pennsylvania. The applicant agency must also demonstrate the ability to provide training at a statewide level. Use : To provide training and technical assistance to public defenders in Pennsylvania. Funds : $550,000 will be distributed in total. PCCD expects to fund one grant over the two-year project period. Application Deadline : September 28 More Information : Click on https://www.pccdegrants.pa.gov/Egrants/Public/OpenAnnouncements.aspx . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Prosecutor Training Initiatives Grant (Funding Source: Federal Funds) Who May Apply : Any organization that can demonstrate a history of providing training and technical assistance to county prosecutors. The applicant agency must also demonstrate the ability to provide training at a statewide level and become certified by the Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Board as an accredited CLE provider. Use : To provide training and technical assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement professionals on legal issues relevant to adults and juveniles. Funds : $870,000 will Read more

 

How Can I Help You?
Mar 21, 2022

Reps. Kinsey, Fitzgerald, Parker and partners roll out new ‘Third Thursday’ project addressing gun violence in Northwest Philadelphia
Mar 18, 2022

Kinsey, colleagues hold three public safety meetings
Mar 17, 2022

Now open for applications: Student mental health and wildlife funding opportunities
Mar 09, 2022

Rep. Kinsey Winter 2022 NL
Feb 22, 2022

Northwest Philly lawmakers hold public safety forum
Feb 18, 2022

Bi-Partisan Caucus holds first ever Zoom forum to discuss governor’s budget
Feb 14, 2022

Kinsey: Budget Makes Needed Investments
Feb 09, 2022

Kinsey pleased about Governor’s 2022-23 budget plan 
Feb 09, 2022

Now open for applications: Homeowner assistance, nonprofit security, Act 13, and clean energy funding opportunities
Feb 07, 2022

Diverse by example: Increasing diversity in academia
Feb 02, 2022

Kinsey seeks solutions for problems in Pa. prison system
Jan 26, 2022

Kinsey announces $1.75 million in redevelopment funding for Northwest Philadelphia
Dec 06, 2021

Now open for applications: Substance use disorder treatment provider and veteran employment funding opportunities
Nov 30, 2021

Take My Issues Survey
Nov 30, 2021

LIHEAP: Expanded Home-Heating Assistance is Available to PA Renters, Homeowners
Nov 04, 2021

Kinsey hosts public safety meeting to discuss solutions to gun violence
Oct 29, 2021

Bill seeks accurate data on gun violence through nonpartisan research center
Oct 26, 2021

Kinsey to host a Day of Remembrance Saturday
Sep 21, 2021

Now open for applications: Public defender, prosecutor, humanities, gun violence, and library funding opportunities
Sep 08, 2021