One of my favorite parts of being your state representative is helping to connect residents with the resources available to them through fun community events. On Saturday, state Sen. John Kane and I hosted our annual Pet Expo at Upland Park. The Upland Police and SEPTA transit police demonstrated the work being done by their K-9 officers. Brandywine Valley SPCA vaccinated 78 dogs and cats while Delaware Kennel Club microchipped 35 dogs at no cost to their owners. We are grateful for their partnership! Read more
BROOKHAVEN, April 15 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, is hosting a free Clean Slate Expungement Clinic with Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 9 at Brookhaven Municipal Center. Attorneys will be available to provide information and discuss options that may be available for clearing a person’s criminal record. If expungement is not an option, additional resources will be available. Registration for the free service is required . Interested residents can ask a question or sign up for appointments, which start at 6 p.m., by calling Krueger’s office at 610-534-6880 or emailing RepKrueger@pahouse.net . People seeking expungement would need to bring case information, including a copy of court records and orders and must not currently be in violation or on probation/parole. “A single mistake shouldn’t determine the rest of your life, so I want to make sure that people know there are new options to seal minor offenses that might be keeping them from housing, employment or other opportunities,” Krueger said. “At this clinic, residents can talk with experts and receive important information about Pennsylvania’s clean slate laws, which passed the House and Senate with bipartisan support.” Krueger and her office staff will be at the clinic to provide information on state-related programs and services. Brookhaven Read more
Many of us in Delaware County get our water from the Chester Water Authority, and we’ve been fighting hard to keep it a public water system. This week in Harrisburg, we’re moving a package of bills that will reform Act 12 and make it harder for public companies to acquire healthy systems like CWA in the future. Some background: Act 12 of 2016 allowed utilities and municipalities to value water systems differently than other public utilities. The intent of the law was to provide incentives for regulated public water companies to acquire failing or stressed municipal systems that could no longer provide safe, reliable service to their customers. Read more
BROOKHAVEN, April 4 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger and Sen. John Kane are hosting a Senior Legal Clinic with Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 25 at Brookhaven Municipal Center. At the workshop, senior residents 60 or older who meet LASP’s income guidelines can get help with simple wills, durable Powers of Attorney and healthcare directives at no cost . Registration for the clinic is required . Interested residents can ask a question or sign up by contacting Erika Felpel at efelpel@lasp.org or 484-275-0672. “Many seniors in our community face challenges in accessing legal assistance due to fixed incomes or not knowing who to trust,” Krueger, D-Delaware, said. “This clinic is designed to help seniors understand their rights under the law and help them make informed decisions about their future, so that their wishes are clearly addressed and respected. I encourage anyone who is interested or who knows someone who needs this help to sign up.” "It's vital that we provide our seniors with the resources they need to navigate the complex legal landscape," Kane, D-Delaware/Chester, stated. "This workshop will greatly aid our seniors in overcoming legal obstacles and guarantee they have access to crucial legal services for making major decisions. We're thrilled to host this free clinic with the help of Legal Aid, and welcome all Read more
Access to contraception and reproductive healthcare continues to face significant challenges and obstacles in the U.S., jeopardizing the needs of women and families who are navigating when, if and how to start a family. I have been fighting to remove unnecessary obstacles to contraception and abortion access while also ensuring family planning resources like In vitro fertilization (IVF) and infertility medications remain viable options for those who need them. We must work simultaneously toward the full spectrum of women’s healthcare. Read more
C HESTER, April 1 – State Reps. Carol Kazeem and Leanne Krueger, both D-Delaware, today announced that $1.8 million in state grant funding is headed to two community learning centers in their legislative districts that provide academic, artistic, and cultural enrichment opportunities for students and their families. According to the lawmakers, a total of $1,187,687 was awarded to Chester-Upland School District for three of its programs and $600,000 was awarded to Chester Community Charter School under the state’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant program, a competitive program administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. “Enrichment activities outside of the classroom are critical for all student achievement,” Krueger said. “It is equally important for the state to see and act when support is needed in school districts that may not have the means to invest all local funds. The wraparound programs that Chester-Upland School District and Chester Community Charter School provide to their students and the community at large are excellent, thanks in part to state grant funding programs like this. Congratulations to both schools for making these programs a priority. I am delighted to support them.” “I am so proud of Chester-Upland School District and Chester Community Charter School for their drive to support a program that will Read more
FOLSOM, April 1 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, is partnering with the Ridley Township Police Department to help residents replace hard-to-read or damaged license plates for free. The event will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at Ridley Township Municipal Building, 100 E. MacDade Blvd. Krueger said a license plate is considered illegible if any of its numbers or letters can’t be recognized from 50 feet, or if it shows any blistering, peeling, discoloration or loss of reflectivity. “If your license plate is peeling or hard to read, this event is for you,” Krueger said. “Ridley police will assess license plates to determine whether they need replaced and my office can help with the paperwork to obtain a new plate.” Registration is required prior to the event. Registration and questions should be directed to Krueger’s office at 610-534-6880 or by emailing RepKrueger@pahouse.net . Attendees will need to bring a valid driver’s license and current registration to the event. Read more
HARRISBURG, March 28 – Chester-Upland School District today was awarded $200,000 in state grant funding for its Exit 6 Pre-Apprenticeship Training Academy, according to state Reps. Carol Kazeem and Leanne Krueger, both D-Delaware, who represent residents who live in the school district. The money comes from the state’s Schools-to-Work Program, a competitive grant program available to help establish or enhance a workforce development partnership between schools, employers, organizations or associations to create employment and training pathways. “The Chester-Upland School District is working hard to prepare students with the essential skills and experiences they need for a smooth transition from the classroom into the workforce,” Krueger said. “The Exit 6 Pre-Apprenticeship Training Academy and programs like it help bridge the gap between education and employment, benefiting students, the industries they’ll enter and our economy alike. Congratulations to the educators and administrators who are working hard to win competitive state grants like this.” “Creating a seamless transition from school to work is key for students, both personally and professionally,” Kazeem said. “By equipping our students with practical skills and real-world experience, we empower them to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of the job market, while also strengthening our local Read more
The PA House returned to voting session this week, where we got to work on bills focused on students, children and survivors of domestic violence. On Monday alone we sent to the state Senate bills that would: •Expand access to dual credit enrollment opportunities for high school students (H.B. 1434).•Protect income for domestic violence survivors by expanding eligibility for unemployment compensation to people who must leave their job for their safety due to a domestic violence situation (H.B. 1446). Read more
All of these projects represent the continuing hard work of local officials in partnership with the state to invest in the safety and well-being of pedestrians, our students and communities as a whole. Read more
BROOKHAVEN, March 25 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger and Sen. John Kane, both D-Delaware, will host a Pet Expo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 13 at Upland Park, 280 Sixth St. Residents and their pets are invited to come out for giveaways, pet treats and to interact with local businesses and organizations that offer products and services. A limited supply of free vaccines will be available to participants, along with free microchipping of dogs for Delaware County residents only. “This pet expo is a chance to introduce our residents to the local businesses and organizations that offer wonderful services to our neighbors and their beloved pets,” Krueger said. “I am happy to partner with Senator Kane to hold this fun-filled day for the people and pets of our community.” “This Pet Expo is a great example of community partnership,” Kane said. “Representative Krueger and I are proud to host this event and provide essential services to our residents and their beloved pets in the district." All animals must be contained; cats must be in carriers and dogs must be leashed. Krueger and her office staff will be there to provide state-related information and answer questions. Any questions can be directed to Krueger’s office at 610-534-6880 or Kane’s office at 610-447-5845. Read more
WALLINGFORD -- State Rep. Leanne Krueger D-Delaware, is joining forces with the American Red Cross and Garden City Fire House to help replenish blood supplies for the region. Delaware County residents are encouraged to sign up to donate blood on available times between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Thursday, March 28 at Garden City Fire House, located at 412 Moore Road. Resident can sign up by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering the key words “Leanne Krueger” to find available times. A direct link to the signup can be found here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Leanne%20Krueger . “The need for blood is constant, and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for people in our community,” Krueger said. “You never know when you or someone you care about will need blood, so I encourage all who are able to sign up.” Krueger said her office also will be on site at the blood drive to provide information on state programs and resources and to answer questions on state-related issues. Questions can be directed to Krueger’s office at 610-534-6880. Read more
The House returned to session in Harrisburg this week and we got to work on a number of good pieces of legislation, including bills that would protect consumer privacy and limit the collection and use of personal data (H.B. 1201), help elderly homeowners better track overdue property tax bills so they don’t risk losing their homes (H.B. 1646) and offer employers a tax credit (H.B. 1745) if they contribute to their employees’ PA 529 College and Career or PA Able savings accounts. I support bills that protect consumers and encourage savings for the future because they are a win-win for people and our economy. Read more
HARRISBURG, March 15 – State Reps. Carol Kazeem and Leanne Krueger, both D-Delaware, today announced that Chester-Upland School District has been awarded more than $1,83 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to establish safe, healthy and supportive learning environments in its schools. According to the lawmakers, who represent families with children attending the school district, the grant comes from the federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, Stronger Connections Grant program. The school district will use the funding to promote the social, emotional, physical and mental well-being of students and staff; address family and community engagement; and promote equitable and inclusive policies and practices. “School districts across the state are continuously working to update their policies and strategies to create safer environments in their schools, but they often need more resources to provide the strongest and safest learning environments possible for their students and staff,” Krueger said. “Each year in the state budget, I fight for funding to help our schools get what they need to implement the programs they envision. I am pleased to see a high-need school district like Chester-Upland receive this critical funding.” Kazeem emphasized the efforts that were made to secure this funding for the district. “One of my greatest priorities has always been Read more
Today is Women’s Equal Pay Day -- the day in 2024 where working women in Delaware County and across the nation finally catch up to what men earned in 2023. Put another way, to earn 12 months’ worth of a man’s median wages, a woman has to work about 14.5 months. Today, women are still only earning about 84 cents for every dollar a man makes. Read more
This is the last week of budget hearings in Harrisburg. My staff and I have been busy during these non-session weeks helping our neighbors right here in Delaware County. Read on for more information about state programs and services, student financial aid, upcoming events and more. Read more
I recently participated in a briefing with Leslie Richards, General Manager of SEPTA. The Majority House Policy Committee also held a hearing in Harrisburg to discuss how regular and predictable investments by state government in transit systems like SEPTA could improve this critical mode of transportation for many people and help further drive the economy. Gov. Josh Shapiro is proposing to increase mass transit funding by $282.8 million in the 2024-25 budget. Read more
My winter/spring legislative update includes information about my work on your behalf in Harrisburg, state programs and services available, mobile office hours and upcoming events through June. Read more
The second phase of the state budget process began today as the House Appropriations Committee held the first set of public hearings that will last through March 7. During these hearings, each of the commonwealth’s agencies will testify on how their departments plan to implement their portion of Gov. Shapiro’s budget proposal while House members ask questions. Each hearing is being livestreamed and recorded. If you’re interested in following the State Budget process this year, I encourage you to tune into the hearings that interest you and invite you to share your feedback with me about the parts of the budget that are most important to you. Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 15 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, today announced $192,051 in state funding to support fire and EMS services in the 161 st Legislative District she serves. The grants come from the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, administered by the Office of State Fire Commissioner and available to volunteer and career fire companies, emergency medical services and rescue squads. Krueger said the money can be used for facility upgrades, equipment, debt reduction, training and certification, education and public outreach, and recruitment and retention efforts. Additionally, fire companies were permitted to apply for construction savings accounts for the purposes of new facility construction. “Congratulations to these always hard-working firefighters and EMS providers who keep our communities safe and cared for,” Krueger said. “Volunteer fire and EMS in Delaware County and across the state continually struggle to raise funds to keep their operations running and to maintain volunteers. It’s why I keep voting in Harrisburg for state funding to supplement their efforts through grants like these.” Krueger voted in 2020 to reauthorize the grant program through June 2024, and is supporting legislative efforts to reauthorize and double the size of the program in this year’s state budget. Fire/EMS companies in the 161 st District received the following amounts: Read more
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