PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 20 – Today, House Appropriations Committee Majority Chairman Jordan Harris, D-Phila., hosted a news conference at South Philadelphia High School discussing school facilities funding in the 2023-24 state budget. The budget includes $175 million for school facility improvements. Pennsylvania has some of the oldest schools in the country. The average school building is around 70 years old and was built when lead pipes and asbestos were standard building materials. Discoveries of asbestos and other toxins have led to school closures across the Commonwealth, including seven Philadelphia schools in 2023 alone. In the same year, 100 schools statewide closed due to excessive heat. Harris stated that he believes this funding will help to address this issue that’s plagued Pennsylvania schools for a long time. “This funding is paramount to improving the health and safety of our educators, students and school staff, Harris said. “This major Democratic priority is a significant investment and critical step toward ensuring that receiving an education in Pennsylvania does not equate to sick or injured students, teachers, or staff. There is more work to do, and we intend to continue our work until every Pennsylvania school is a safe learning environment for our children.” Harris was joined by members of the Philadelphia House Delegation, including state Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Phila., and members of the House Read more
State House Speaker Joanna McClinton is applauding a nearly $500,000 grant being awarded to Darby to improve sewer infrastructure in the borough. Read more
The year 2023 is one we won’t soon forget. Women from across the commonwealth made history, shattering glass ceiling after glass ceiling, winning major elections in Pennsylvania’s most-populated counties. Read more
Governor Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Davis joined by Meek Mill, Speaker McClinton, legislative leaders, and reform advocates for the ceremonial signing of legislation that will pave the way for more Pennsylvanians to get the second chances they deserve. Read more
Despite the often heated debates over legislation between the GOP-led state Senate and the Democratic-led House over the past year, the two women who lead the chambers say their working relationship is as strong as ever. Read more
McClinton talks her first year in office, opportunities and challenges in Philadelphia and her goals for 2024. Read more
The Property Tax Rent Rebate Program deadline is Dec. 31! Contact my office if you have any questions or need assistance completing the application. Read more
Open enrollment with Pennie – the state health insurance marketplace – runs through Jan. 19. Read more
Philadelphia Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker was voted in after calling for an intergovernmental approach to attack the city's issues including the open air drug market in Kensington, public safety and the underfunded school system.On Tuesday, she introduced the city to her "intergovernmental roundtable" working with her before she takes office.Local, state and federal leaders are expected to be part of the panel. They'll help guide Parker before she takes office in January. Read more
Representative Joanna McClinton Hosted her Third Annual Turkey Giveaway Read more
???????The Property Tax Rent Rebate Program deadline is Dec. 31! Contact my office if you have any questions or need assistance completing the application. Read more
My office is hosting its annual Holiday Health & Wellness Expo on Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m at Motivation Highschool, 5900 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143. Seniors in attendance will receive a healthy lunch, enjoy live entertainment, and learn more about the benefits of eating well and exercising. Registration for this event is required . Please complete this form or call my office at 215-748-6712 to RSVP. I look forward to seeing you there! Read more
State House Speaker Joanna McClinton, who districts lies Philadelphia and Delaware County held turkey distribution events recently including one at Darby Recreation Center, 1022 Ridge Ave., Darby. Read more
Thank you for coming to our Turkey Giveaways! Thank you for coming to our turkey giveaways! Visit my Flickr to find more photos from the November 18 th giveaway , the November 20 th giveaway , and the United Block Captains Association Senior Luncheon . Thanksgiving Office Closure In observance of Thanksgiving, my offices will be closed on the 23rd and 24th. We will be open during regular business hours on Monday. Leave us a message or send an email & we will get back to you as soon as possible! Have a Happy Thanksgiving! RSVP for Celebrate the Season with Seniors My office is hosting its annual Holiday Health & Wellness Expo on Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seniors in attendance will receive a healthy lunch, enjoy live entertainment, and learn more about the benefits of eating well and exercising. Registration for this event is required. Please complete this form or call my office at 215-748-6712 to RSVP. I look forward to seeing you there! Property Tax Rent Rebate deadline is December 31 st ! The deadline to apply for the 2022 Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program - for rebates on property taxes or rent paid in 2022 - is Sunday, Dec. 31. The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians 65 or older; widows and widowers 50 or older; and people with disabilities 18 or older. This year, Read more
The City’s Rebuild program with the support of state and federal partners invest $8.5 million into the historic West Philadelphia library. Read more
State House Speaker Joanna McClinton is touting the chamber’s swift passage of legislation that would protect women seeking abortion care in Pennsylvania from being criminally penalized by other states. Read more
My office can help you sign up for Pennie or LIHEAP! Darby Turkey Giveaway and Vaccine Clinic THIS SATURDAY The Thanksgiving holiday is a time where friends and family come together and share a wonderful meal. My office wants to help, so we’re hosting our annual Turkey Giveaway THIS Saturday, November 18th at the Darby Recreation Center. At this event, residents will receive a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner and have access to a host of state-related services and material. Free flu and COVID vaccines will also be available . If you or a loved one could benefit from this event, I encourage you to come out on Saturday to receive your turkey! Event time : 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Address: 1022 Ridge Ave., Darby, Pa., 19023 Can’t make our Saturday Giveaway? Join us on Monday! My office will be hosting a turkey giveaway with Create Motivate Inspire on MONDAY, November 20 at the F.J. Myers Recreation Center. If you or a loved one could benefit from this event, I encourage you to come out on Monday and get a turkey! Event time : 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. or while supplies last Address : 5801 Kingsessing Avenue, 19143 RSVP for Celebrate the Season with Seniors \ My office is hosting its annual Holiday Health & Wellness Expo on Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seniors in Read more
Lawmakers in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a bill to protect pregnant women traveling from states that have banned abortions to the commonwealth for reproductive care, and they did it in just three weeks. Read more
State House Speaker Joanna McClinton’s legislation to reform Pennsylvania’s pardon process advanced one-step closer to consideration in the state House Monday when it was approved by the House Judiciary Committee. Read more
Event Date: November 20 Event time : 3-6 p.m. Event location : Myers Recreation Center, 5801 Kingsessing Ave. Read more
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