I’m happy to report that HB 1964, legislation I am proud to co-sponsor, was reported out of the House Consumer Protection, Technology, and Utilities Committee on Monday. This bill is an important step toward protecting water and sewer ratepayers across Pennsylvania by repealing Act 12, which has led to increased costs for many communities. We drafted this bill in an attempt to protect systems like the Chester Water Authority and keep them in public hands. HB 1964 provides for a moratorium on the privatization of public water and wastewater systems and stops public companies from driving up the valuation and then passing those costs onto ratepayers.

This bill is expected to be up for a vote in the House chamber this Wednesday. I look forward to voting yes so we can continue working toward fair, affordable, and accountable water services for residents across the Commonwealth.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) will be holding hearings to gather public input on a proposed merger involving American Water Works and Essential Utilities, the parent company of Aqua America and Peoples Natural Gas.

These hearings come at a critical time, as many communities across Pennsylvania have experienced rising water rates in recent years, often tied to acquisitions made possible under Act 12.

That’s why it’s so important that we advance legislation like HB 1964, which would repeal Act 12 and help protect ratepayers from unfair increases while ensuring greater accountability and local control of our water systems.

I encourage anyone interested to take part and make their voice heard.

Wednesday, April 22 – Penn State Great Valley Conference Center

30 Swedesford Rd., Malvern, PA 19355

• Hearing #1 will begin at 1 PM
• Hearing #2 will begin at 6 PM

Tuesday, May 5 – The Liberty Complex at King of Prussia

260 Mall Blvd., King of Prussia, PA 19428

• Hearing #1 will begin at 1 PM
• Hearing #2 will begin at 6 PM

A telephone public hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 28 at 1 PM and 6 PM.

• Dial-In Information: 1-888-547-8922 (toll free) PIN No: 74903461

To pre-register: Contact Legal Assistant Cadi Eberly by email at caeberly@pa.gov or call 412-565-3550 and leave a message with the Administrative Law Judges office. You must provide the following information:

• Your first and last name.
• The time of the hearing you are registering for.
• The phone number you will be using to call into the public input hearing.
• A phone number where you can be reached prior to the hearing if the PUC Judge needs to contact you.
• Your email address, if you have one.

Sign the Petition to Raise the Wage

Too many Pennsylvanians are struggling with the rising cost of living, as everyday essentials continue to become more expensive while our minimum wage has not kept pace.

Today the House voted on HB 2189, which would increase Pennsylvania’s minimum wage to $15 by January 1, 2029. Right now, nearly 250,000 people in Pennsylvania are either earning or nearly earning the minimum wage, bringing home between $7.50 to $12 per hour. At a time when food, energy and housing costs are through the roof, that is not enough to support yourself. The bill passed the House by a vote of 104 - 95, and now goes to the Senate for consideration.

If you believe Pennsylvania workers deserve a living wage, you can add your name to the petition and be part of the effort to demand action for working families across our Commonwealth.

To sign the petition and learn more visit this link.

For those looking for updates on the future of Crozer Chester Medical Center, the new ownership group will be hosting a community town hall on Tuesday, April 14 at 6 PM at Widener University.

Chariot Equities will share information about redevelopment plans and provide an opportunity for community feedback.

If you’re interested in attending, you can learn more and register HERE.

Applications are now open for the PA House of Representatives Scholarship Program, administered by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities.

Each year, the program awards two four-year scholarships to graduating Pennsylvania high school seniors. Each scholarship covers one semester of tuition per year at a State System of Higher Education institution. Recipients are required to maintain eligibility throughout all four years of their scholarship.

Applications are due April 15. Requirements and the application form can be found here.

This morning in Harrisburg, I met with representatives from Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties to discuss the growing need for affordable housing in our communities.

Habitat for Humanity runs the home repair program in Delaware County, which provides income-qualified homeowners with necessary health, safety and accessibility related home repairs and modifications. My office has referred a number of people to this program and I was pleased to hear that they planned to repair 100 homes in Delaware County this year.

For more information on the program and eligibility requirements, please call 610-278-7710 or email Repairs@habitatmontdelco.org.

Partnering to support students

Today in Harrisburg, I had the pleasure of meeting with Neumann University President Dr. Chris Domes and Eastern University President Ronald Matthews and Vice President Michael Fedor, who were advocating on behalf of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP).

AICUP institutions play an important role in expanding access to higher education, and I’m proud that 922 students from our district are currently enrolled at these schools. It was a great opportunity to discuss how we can continue supporting students and strengthening these partnerships.

Last Wednesday, I hosted a SEPTA Senior Key Card event in Chester Township, where my team assisted residents with renewing their cards and applying for their free SEPTA Key Cards. It was a great turnout, and I’m always glad to help make these services accessible to as many members of our community as possible.

Seniors can ride SEPTA for free with a SEPTA Senior Key Card. If you still need to renew your card or apply for one, please give my office a call.

Last Friday, I had the opportunity to meet with Commander Martin of the Marine Corps in Upland. He provided me with a tour of the Marine Corps museum, and we also discussed potential grant funding opportunities to support their work.

It was great to connect and learn more about the important role they play in our community.

This Women’s History Month, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs encourages Pennsylvanians to honor women who served by purchasing a women veterans-license plate. These plates support programs for the more than 62,000 women veterans in the state.

Available Plates:

• Honoring Our Women Veterans (Car/Truck) – $42; $15 to the Veterans’ Trust Fund; submit MV-914 form.
• Honoring Our Women Veterans Motorcycle – $43; $15 to the Veterans’ Trust Fund; submit MV-914 form.
• Women Veteran Plate (Car/Truck) – $28; submit MV-150V form plus DD-214 or DD2(RET).
• Women Veteran Motorcycle Plate – $28; submit MV-150V form plus DD-214 or DD2(RET).

Proceeds support statewide programs that help veterans with housing, essentials, and services. PennDOT offers other military plates with similar contributions to the Veterans’ Trust Fund.

To learn more and purchase plates, click here.

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has posted its 2026 trout stocking schedule giving anglers a chance to see when their local waterways will be stocked.

The full stocking schedule, where you can search by county, can be found here: https://fbweb.pa.gov/TroutStocking

Here are some key dates for the season.

• March 28 marks the statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day.
• April 4 kicks off the statewide Opening Day of Trout Season.
• Sunday, May 24 and Saturday, July 4 are Fish for Free Days.

For information on fishing licenses and permits visit here.

Grant Opportunities

Grant applications are now being accepted for recreation and conservation projects in communities across Pennsylvania.

The 2026 grant application round closes at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 30.

Learn more -  https://www.pa.gov/grants/

Join PECO for in-person help with LIHEAP and bill assistance and learn about available programs that may benefit your family.

Thursday, March 26

2 PM – 6 PM

PECO Main Office Building

2301 Market St.

Philadelphia, PA 19103

Upcoming PA MEDI Events

Medicare 101 – IN-PERSON

Tuesday, April 21

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Ridley Township Public Library

Medicare: Cost Sharing – Webinar Event

Tuesday, May 19

10 AM – 11 AM

Learn about Savings Programs, Extra Help Programs, and PACE/PACENET to help you offset your costs.

Preregistration is required to receive the Zoom link.

Call 610-534-6880 or email RepKrueger@pahouse.net

Medicare: Supplemental Plans -Webinar Event

Tuesday, June 16

6:30 PM- 7:30 PM

Learn how Medigap/Supplemental Plans can help with the 20% that Medicare does not cover.

Preregistration is required to receive the Zoom link.

Call 610-534-6880 or email RepKrueger@pahouse.net

Criminal Record Clearing Clinic

Thursday, April 16

6 PM – 8 PM

Brookhaven Municipal Building

2 Cambridge Rd., Brookhaven, PA 19015

You must register for this event by calling 610-534-6880

Pet Expo

Saturday, April 18

10 AM – 1 PM

Upland Park

280 6th St., Brookhaven, PA 19015

There will be free vaccines for dogs and cats and free microchipping for dogs (Delco residents only).

Supplies are limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis, starting at 10 AM.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Thursday, April 30

9 AM – 2 PM

Aston Community Center

3270 Concord Rd., Aston, PA 19014

One donation can save up to three lives. Your help will fill a critical need for blood donation.

To register visit here.

License Plate Restoration Event

Thursday, May 7

4 PM – 6 PM

Ridley Township Building

100 E. MacDade Blvd.

Folsom, PA 19033

Spring Shred, Electronic Recycling, and Drug Take Back

Saturday, May 16

9 AM – 12 PM

Upland Park

280 6th St., Brookhaven, PA 19015

All electronic waste must be registered before the event.

For shredding – no books, magazines, binders, binder clips. Limit 4 boxes per person.

Prescription drug takeback will be done by the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office.

Senior Wills Clinic

Thursday, May 21

10 AM – 2 PM

Wilson Center – Chester Township

1150 Engle St.

Chester, PA 19013

Navigating Our Health Care System

DCHD is continuing to help former Crozer patients access their medical records.

Welcome walk-ins (no registration required), Bring your ID and a cell phone.

Saturday, March 28

12 PM – 3 PM

ChesPenn Health Services

125 E. 9th St., Chester

Wednesday, April 8

3 PM – 6 PM

Delaware County Wellness Center

125 Chester Ave., Yeadon

Main Line Health Smoke Free Program

DCHD Score for Wellness

Sunday, May 3

1 PM – 4 PM

WSFS Sports Complex

2485 Seaport Drive, Chester, PA 19013

Pennsylvania State Capitol
512-E Main Capitol Building

 PO Box 202161
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2161
(717) 705-2567

District Office

115 E. Brookhaven Rd.
Brookhaven, PA 19015
(610) 534-6880

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