E-BLAST: Staying safe; Updates on legislation to support restaurants, first responders

(Jul 28, 2020)

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Preventing another COVID-19 surge; Hazard pay grants

(Jul 21, 2020)

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Krueger announces $1.8 million grant for Concord Road intersection improvements

(Jul 16, 2020)

HARRISBURG, July 16 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger announced that Aston Township was awarded a $1.8 million state grant to support intersection improvements along Concord Road. The grant comes through the state’s Multimodal Transportation Fund. The township will use the funding to convert two traditional intersections along a highly traveled portion of Concord Road into modern roundabouts to reduce congestion, improve air quality and enhance pedestrian mobility. “Reducing congestion is critical for the safety of drivers and others on the road, so I’m pleased to see state funding support improvements for one of the busier stretches in our district,” said Krueger, D-Delaware. “I look forward to seeing these improvements come to fruition and make it a little easier to get around our community.” Act 89 established the dedicated Multimodal Transportation Fund, which stabilizes funding for ports and rail freight, increases aviation investments, establishes dedicated funding for bicycle and pedestrian improvements, and allows targeted funding for priority investments in any mode. More information on the grants is available here . Read more

 

COVID-19 updates; Police reform bills signed

(Jul 14, 2020)

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Medigap Basics online event

(Jul 14, 2020)

APPRISE Medigap basics online event Read more

 

Help the Helpers flyers

(Jul 14, 2020)

Flyers for Help the Helpers virtual support groups Read more

 

Krueger issues statement on Supreme Court birth control decision

(Jul 08, 2020)

HARRISBURG, July 8 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger issued the following statement on today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing employers with religious or moral objections to decline to provide health care coverage for contraception: “I’m deeply disappointed in today’s decision from the Supreme Court. Contraception is health care, and employers should not be allowed to decide what medical care a woman has the right to receive. Access to health care is inextricably linked to economic mobility, and basic preventative care like birth control should not be a luxury that is only available to some. We should be reducing barriers to health care, not creating more. “Everyone deserves quality, affordable health care, and I intend to keep fighting to see that everyone has access to it. I will soon reintroduce legislation to protect and expand access to birth control in Pennsylvania. It’s time to support women and preserve their fundamental right to health care.” Read more

 

E-BLAST: Offices reopening by appointment only; Small business grants

(Jul 07, 2020)

Now that Delaware County has moved into the green phase, my office has reopened for scheduled appointments while we continue to provide remote services by phone and email. We will be following CDC guidelines to protect you and our staff team. Read more

 

July 2020 Newsletter

(Jul 01, 2020)

Updates on COVID-19 and resources for the 161st Legislative District. Read more

 

E-BLAST: Keep working to prevent the spread of COVID-19

(Jun 30, 2020)

Delaware County is now officially in the green phase of reopening, and it’s your hard work and cooperation that have gotten us this far. Read more

 

Small Business Assistance grants available

(Jun 30, 2020)

Applications are expected to be available June 30 for a new program aimed at providing critical funding to local businesses hurt by the coronavirus. The first round of the $225 million COVID-19 Relief Statewide Small Business Assistance grant program is expected to open for applications on Tuesday, June 30 and will remain open for 10 business days. Additionally, applications will continue to be accepted after 10 business days to be considered for future rounds of funding. Those rounds will be announced soon. This program will award grants ranging from $5,000 - $50,000 to small businesses economically impacted by the coronavirus, and money is specifically set aside for businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged people. For an application preparation checklist, criteria for eligibility and consideration, and a full list of participating Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), please click below to go to the COVID-19 Relief Statewide Small Business Assistance website. https://pabusinessgrants.com/ Read more

 

Krueger announces $30,123 grant for Schoolhouse Senior Center

(Jun 24, 2020)

FOLSOM, June 24 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger announced today that Schoolhouse Senior Center was awarded a $30,123 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. The grant comes through the department’s 2019-20 Senior Community Center Grant Program, which aims to help centers increase participation and programming, attract a new generation of older adults, and provide a safe and healthy environment for participants. Schoolhouse Senior Center, in Folsom, will use the funds for the second phase of a project to revitalize and modernize the building, including replacing windows, lighting, ceiling and air conditioning vents, refinishing floors and more. “I’ve seen firsthand the wonderful work that Schoolhouse Senior Center does to keep our older neighbors active and engaged,” said Krueger, D-Delaware. “This project will extend the life of the building and help the center create a more welcoming environment where seniors can enjoy activities and connect with resources. I was pleased to assist the center with the grant application process, and I’m glad funding was awarded to support the vital service the center provides to our community.” The center was one of 60 throughout the state to receive funding. A complete list of recipients is available here . Read more

 

E-BLAST: Delco moves to green soon; More COVID-19 resources

(Jun 23, 2020)

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State lawmakers take on coronavirus recovery's racial implications

(Jun 19, 2020)

State Sen. Tim Kearney, D-26 of Swarthmore joined state Reps. Leanne Krueger, D-161 of Nether Providence and Joanna McClinton, D-191 of Philadelphia, in talking about actions that need to be taken to ensure a just recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more

 

EMAIL: COVID-19 Updates; Guidance for sports; Biz resources

(Jun 16, 2020)

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House committee takes first step to block Pa.’s entry into regional cap-and-trade program

(Jun 12, 2020)

A key state House committee Tuesday advanced a proposal to stop Pennsylvania from entering a regional cap-and-trade program with 10 other northeastern states. Read more

 

Krueger issues statement on racist, irresponsible social media posts by local school board president

(Jun 11, 2020)

FOLSOM, June 11 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger on Thursday issued the following statement in response to the Philadelphia Inquirer reporting that the president of the Penn-Delco School District Board of Directors shared racist social media posts as well as misinformation about COVID-19 response measures. “All public servants, whether police officers, state legislators or school board directors, are subject to a higher standard of propriety because of the trust we put in them to faithfully discharge their duties of collecting our tax dollars, keeping us safe and providing for our families. Any individual who is uninterested in serving all people — regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or economic background — is unfit for public service and ought to be removed from their post. “Penn-Delco School Board President Leon Armour’s Facebook page was riddled with racist, ableist, and xenophobic posts. No apology — especially not one prefaced on interpretation — can undo the hurt caused by the words and images shared by Mr. Armour. For the students, parents, educators and community members, he has called into question his very intentions of running for office in the first place. “The misinformation and poor attempts at humor about COVID-19 posted to Mr. Armour’s Facebook page are just as concerning. How are we to entrust the safety of our school children to Read more

 

EMAIL: News from Harrisburg and COVID-19 updates

(Jun 09, 2020)

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EMAIL: Delaware County moving to yellow, and more updates

(Jun 03, 2020)

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Fingerprinting locations

(May 19, 2020)

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