Ensuring seniors stay eligible for prescription assistance

Rep. Leanne Krueger December 9, 2025

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Dear Neighbor,

December has arrived, and with it, the holiday season is in full swing. I wanted to take a moment to share some updates on what’s been happening in Harrisburg and right here at home in the 161st District.

I’m happy to report that Act 49, which began as House Bill 923, was recently signed into law. Currently, more than 250,000 older Pennsylvanians participate in the PACE and PACENET prescription drug assistance programs for seniors. Because eligibility is based on income, some seniors risk losing coverage after receiving Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLA). Act 49 ensures that seniors can remain eligible for the PACE and PACENET programs despite these COLAs through December 31, 2027, providing continued access to affordable medications.

To apply for PACE and PACENET visit HERE or you can reach out to my office for assistance.

Understanding Changes in Your Electric Bill

Additionally, effective December 1, energy supply prices adjusted, which may lead to higher electric bills. As we head into the winter months and energy usage increases, now is a good time to prepare. Simple steps such as sealing drafts, replacing furnace filters can help weatherize your home, and exploring other energy-saving measures can help manage costs.

If you’re concerned about paying your electric bill, you can contact PECO to learn more about assistance programs or payment plan options. You can also reach out to my office for help determining if you qualify for LIHEAP or a crisis grant. The LIHEAP application opened on December 3, and my office can assist you with submitting your application to the County Assistance Office and answering any questions you may have along the way.

In the District

Community Generosity

A big thank you to Michelle Lewis for her generous donation to our Toys for Tots Toy Drive! Your kindness will help brighten the holiday season for local children. If you’d like to contribute, my office is collecting new, unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots through December 11.

Delaware County Advocacy & Resource Organization Legislative Breakfast

On Friday, my Chief of Staff attended the Delaware County Advocacy & Resource Organization for their Legislative Breakfast. The annual event allows our office to connect with families in our district supporting loved ones with intellectual disabilities and autism, as well as the organizations that assist individuals achieve an everyday life of the highest quality, meaning and purpose.

Working Together with the House Southeast Delegation

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending a retreat with my colleagues from the House Southeast Delegation at the Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle in Doylestown. Our time together focused on strengthening collaboration, gaining a deeper understanding of differing perspectives, and recommitting to active listening and thoughtful, respectful dialogue as we work together on behalf of our communities.

Policy Tour with Sheetmetal Workers Local 19

On Monday, I joined the PA House Policy Committee, along with members of the Philadelphia and Southeast Delegations, for a tour and roundtable discussion at the Sheetmetal Workers Union Local 19 training center in Philadelphia. We explored the impressive facility and engaged in productive conversations about how the legislature can better support, train, and invest in Pennsylvania’s workforce.

Important Programs and Services

Unclaimed Property

Did you know that 1 in 10 Pennsylvanians has unclaimed property, with the average claim totaling over $1,000? These funds often come from forgotten bank accounts, security deposits, or uncashed checks.

My office is happy to help you search for unclaimed property and assist with generating claims and submitting the necessary paperwork to the Pennsylvania Department of Treasury.

Thanks to the new PA Money Match program, certain unclaimed property valued up to $500 is now returned automatically. That means no searching, no paperwork, and no forms—eligible funds are simply sent back to their rightful owners.

Please be cautious if you receive a letter from a company offering to help recover your unclaimed property. These companies often charge a finder’s fee and take a portion of your money. Our office provides this service for free, so if you’ve received one of these letters or have any questions, I encourage you to call my office—we’re here to help.

If you want to check to see if you have any unclaimed property in Pennsylvania visit: https://www.patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property/

There’s still time to file your Property Tax/Rent Rebate

Don’t delay! The deadline to apply for your Property Tax/Rent Rebate is December 31, 2025.

You may be eligible for a Property Tax/Rent Rebate for claim year 2024 if your annual household income was $46,520 or less and you were:

65 or older as of December 31, 2024.
50 or older and a widow or widower during all or part of 2024.
Permanently disabled and 18 or older during all or part of 2024.

*Note: when calculating total income, exclude one-half of your Social Security benefits.

Call my office at 610-534-6880 to find out if you qualify and to get help applying.

Did you already apply for your Property Tax or Rent Rebate? You can track the status of your rebate online.

America250 PA Scholarship Program

To celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and honor Pennsylvania’s strong commitment to education, America250PA will award $250,000 in scholarships to deserving Pennsylvania students attending in-state colleges next school year.

Any Pennsylvania high school senior planning to attend a college or university in Pennsylvania for the 2026–27 academic year is eligible to apply. Twenty-five scholarships of $10,000 each will be awarded.

Applications are due Jan. 31, 2026. More details, including matching opportunities from partner institutions, can be found here.

The 2026 Fishing Licenses are Available

It's a great time to get your 2026 fishing license and launch permits so you're ready to enjoy all the beautiful and stocked creeks and waterways we have here in Delco!

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has announced that fishing licenses, launch permits and gift vouchers for the 2026 season are available for purchase! They can be purchased easily at HuntFish.pa.gov or by visiting one of nearly 700 retail license issuing agents and will be valid through December 31st, 2026.

Important 2026 Fishing Dates:

March 28, 2026 – Statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day
April 4, 2026 – Statewide Opening Day of Trout Season
November 1, 2025, through April 30, 2026 – Mandatory Life Jacket Requirement in effect

Our Events

Upcoming December Mobile Office Hours

Woodlyn

Thursday, December 11

1 PM – 3 PM

DCHA Kinder Park – Building 4 Community Room

1857 Constitution Ave., Woodlyn

Upland Borough

Tuesday, December 16

1 PM – 3 PM

MacQueen Hall – 224 Castle Ave., Upland

Crum Lynne

Thursday, December 18

1 PM – 3 PM

American Legion FA Scott Post 777

137 Walter St., Crum Lynne

Diaper Drive

Accepting Donations Through Friday, December 12

My office is hosting a Diaper Drive to benefit Healthy Start, Nurse-Family Partnerships, WIC, and the Maternity Care Coalition. Please drop off new, unused diapers, baby formula, and wipes at the following locations:

Brookhaven District Office

115 E. Brookhaven Rd., Brookhaven, PA 19015

Ridley Area YMCA

900 South Ave., Secane, PA 19018

Rocky Run YMCA

1299 W. Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063

For additional information call my office at 610-534-6880.