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Prokopiak presents Middletown Township with $593,500 grant for Forsythia Crossing Park improvements

(Oct 15, 2026)

MIDDLETOWN, Oct. 15 – On Wednesday, state Rep. Jim Prokopiak presented Middletown Township with a $593,500 state grant for improvements to Forsythia Crossing Park through theLocal Share Account Program. Read more

 

Prokopiak celebrates House passage of commonsense kratom regulations

(Oct 15, 2026)

HARRISBURG, Oct. 15 – State Rep. Jim Prokopiak, D-Bucks, said he is celebrating the House of Representatives’ unanimous passage of the Kratom Standards, Labeling and Consumer Protection Act.Kratom is a plant from southeast Asia used for its psychoactive properties. The Food and Drug Administration and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have recommended that the Drug Enforcement Agency classify 7-OH, a compound in kratom, as a Schedule 1 controlled substance – placing it in the same category as heroin and LSD. Read more

 

Important Legislation Passes the House, Upcoming Community Events, Register to Vote, and more..

(Oct 08, 2026)

In this week’s e-newsletter, I’m happy to share information about multiple bills that just passed the House. Additionally, check the information below on several upcoming community events that may benefit you! Friendly Reminder: The voter registration deadline is only a few weeks away! October 19th is the last day to register to vote in the General Election. Don't let your voice go unheard this November 3rd. As always, if you need help with any state-related issue, feel free to reply to this email or call my office at 215-943-7206. Read more

 

Lawmakers examine benefits of additional school funding

(Sep 23, 2026)

“When we invest in our public schools, students win and our communities win,” said Prokopiak, who represents portions of Bucks County, including Morrisville. “More dollars mean smaller school sizes and more resources for greater academic and mental health support – something that’s not possible when schools are underfunded.” Read more

 

$2.5M Secured for Local Projects, Honoring America's 250th Anniversary, Employment and Fellowship Opportunities, and more..

(Sep 23, 2026)

Dear Friends, In this week’s e-newsletter, I’m happy to announce that $2.5M state funds have been secured for local projects in my district. More information is below. Additionally, I’ve included information regarding our recent historic House session in Philadelphia, upcoming fellowship and job opportunities, and more. As always, if you need help with any state-related issue, feel free to reply to this email or call my office at 215-943-7206. Read more

 

Prokopiak announces more than $2.5M secured for local public projects

(Sep 16, 2026)

– State Rep. Jim Prokopiak announced today that five projects involving his legislative district have been awarded a combined $2,593,500 in state funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Local Share Account program. The grants will support projects that enhance public spaces, improve local infrastructure and street maintenance, strengthen emergency-response capabilities, support Pennsylvania’s blood supply, and address blighted properties by creating permanently affordable housing across Bucks County. Read more

 

Free Shredding Event THIS SATURDAY, Historic House session in Philadelphia TOMORROW, Public Health Updates, and more..

(Sep 09, 2026)

In this week’s e-newsletter, I’m happy to share details regarding our upcoming historic House Session in Philadelphia, State Educational tools and programs, public health updates, and more. Additionally, my office will be hosting our Free Community Shredding Event this Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. For more information, read below. Read more

 

E-Waste Recycling Event THIS SATURDAY, Senior Expo THIS MONDAY, Gov. Shapiro signs EO on Data Centers, and more..

(Aug 25, 2026)

Dear Friends, I hope you have all been well—and I can’t believe it’s almost back-to-school already! In this week’s e-newsletter, I've included details about our upcoming events, including our E-cycle Event with Senator Santarsiero on Saturday and my Senior Expo on Monday, as well as details pertaining to Gov. Shapiro's latest executive order on data centers. Read more

 

Don't Miss: Rep. Prokopiak's Summer Newsletter

(Aug 11, 2026)

Dear Neighbors, I am excited to welcome you all to my Summer 2026 newsletter. This summer, my staff and Ihosted several events in the district, celebrated multiple outstanding sports teams in the Housechamber, and, as always, we were hard at work helping people with state-related issues. InHarrisburg, we procured funding for projects in our district, and we made strides on someimportant legislation, including several bills concerning AI data centers.In this newsletter, you’ll find photos of me and my staff out in the 140th Legislative District(Falls, Morrisville, Tullytown, and parts of Middletown), information on upcoming events, anddetails about some of the important bills that have made some progress.S Read more

 

New Medicaid Changes start January, Delivering Millions in Relief, Upcoming Events, and more..

(Aug 11, 2026)

Dear Friends, In this edition of my e-newsletter, you’ll find important updates on upcoming changes to Medicaid, information about the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, which is putting money back into the pockets of eligible families, new financial education resources from the Pennsylvania Treasury, and reminders about the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program. Additionally, I’ve also included details on several upcoming community events, including our free e-waste recycling, senior expo, and paper shredding events hosted by my office. As always, if you need help with any state-related issue or need to talk with me directly, feel free to reply to this email or call my office at 215-943-7206. Read more

 

$2 Million in Grants Awarded, Home Ownership Opportunities, Community Events, & more...

(Jul 28, 2026)

I hope you have all been doing well! This week, in addition to securing two million dollars for the district through RACP grants, we have information on housing opportunities, upcoming community events, a PennDOT job fair, and more. As always, if you need help with any state-related issue or need to talk with me directly, feel free to reply to this email or call my office at 215-943-7206. Read more

 

Prokopiak’s social media literacy bill included in state budget

(Jul 24, 2026)

State Rep. Jim Prokopiak, D-Bucks, is celebrating the inclusion of his social media literacy bill in the fiscal year 2026-27 state budget. House Bill 2176 as amended into the budget requires that the academic standards adopted by the State Board of Education include, but are not limited to, instruction on: Read more

 

Representative Jim Prokopiak and Senator Steve Santarsiero announce $1.5M in Grants

(Jul 16, 2026)

“Pennsylvania needs to do more to shoulder some of the responsibility for school construction and renovations so that it is not just local taxpayers footing the bill,” said Representative Prokopiak. “The $500,000 grant from the state is a much-needed step for local taxpayers as Pennsbury builds a new school to service the next generation of students.” Read more

 

Budget highlights, helping students, working families and retirees

(Jul 14, 2026)

I hope you have all been doing well! A lot happened this past weekend and I wanted to fill you in. The House and Senate passed a bipartisan 2026-2027 budget that was signed into law by the Governor on Sunday. This budget will invest heavily in our public education (especially the Morrisville School District which was in desperate need of more funding), in our workers, in our retirees, and in many other important programs. Find out more in this e-newsletter below! As always, if you need help with any state-related issue, feel free to reply to this email or call my office at 215-943-7206. Read more

 

Celebrating Independence Day, Recognizing Local High School State Champions, Addressing Data Center Concerns & Funding School, and more...

(Jun 30, 2026)

In this edition of my newsletter, I’m pleased to share highlights from Harrisburg, including voting for legislation ranging from data centers to funding education. In addition, we’ve included information regarding our upcoming expungement event and a final reminder for the PA House Fellowship opportunity. As a reminder, my office will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen with normal business hours on Monday, July 6. Read more

 

Celebrating Flag Day, Recognizing Juneteenth, Details on Our Expungement Clinic, and more...

(Jun 16, 2026)

In this edition of my newsletter, I’m pleased to share highlights from this year’s Flag Day observance and recognize the outstanding Pennsbury High School students who have chosen to serve our nation through military service. I also want to make you aware of an upcoming Expungement Clinic that may help residents clear eligible records and provide information about the Pennsylvania House Legislative Fellowship Program for college students interested in public service and government. Please note that our office will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. We will reopen during normal business hours on Monday, June 23. Read more

 

Addressing Roadway Concerns, Supporting our First Responders, and House Fellowship Opportunities

(Jun 02, 2026)

Last week, I met with representatives from Sen. Steve Santarsiero’s office, Falls Township, Bucks County Planning Commission, PennDOT, and Bucks County officials to discuss ongoing concerns about the intersection of New Falls Road and Tyburn Road. Read more

 

Bucks County State Rep. Jim Prokopiak Wants to Protect Working Families from Being Fleeced by Corporate ‘Surveillance Pricing’

(May 27, 2026)

“Every consumer should pay the same price in the same store for the same item,” said Democratic lawmaker Prokopiak. Read more

 

Primary Elections are TOMORROW, Advocating for Commonsense Rent Stabilization, and more

(May 18, 2026)

Welcome to my special Primary Election edition of my weekly e-newsletter! Don't let your voice go unheard. The Pennsylvania Primary Election is TOMORROW, Tuesday, May 19th. Polls will be open from 7:00AM to 8:00PM on Election Day. Read more

 

Prokopiak, Guenst advocate for commonsense stabilization of rent prices in Pennsylvania

(May 13, 2026)

State Reps. Jim Prokopiak, D-Bucks, and Nancy Guenst, D-Montgomery, held a press conference last week to encourage support for legislation that would limit how much rent can be raised by landlords and prevent increases from significantly outpacing inflation and tenants’ income. Read more

 

Prokopiak presents Middletown Township with $593,500 grant for Forsythia Crossing Park improvements
Oct 15, 2026

Prokopiak celebrates House passage of commonsense kratom regulations
Oct 15, 2026

Important Legislation Passes the House, Upcoming Community Events, Register to Vote, and more..
Oct 08, 2026

Lawmakers examine benefits of additional school funding
Sep 23, 2026

$2.5M Secured for Local Projects, Honoring America's 250th Anniversary, Employment and Fellowship Opportunities, and more..
Sep 23, 2026

Prokopiak announces more than $2.5M secured for local public projects
Sep 16, 2026

Free Shredding Event THIS SATURDAY, Historic House session in Philadelphia TOMORROW, Public Health Updates, and more..
Sep 09, 2026

E-Waste Recycling Event THIS SATURDAY, Senior Expo THIS MONDAY, Gov. Shapiro signs EO on Data Centers, and more..
Aug 25, 2026

Don't Miss: Rep. Prokopiak's Summer Newsletter
Aug 11, 2026

New Medicaid Changes start January, Delivering Millions in Relief, Upcoming Events, and more..
Aug 11, 2026

$2 Million in Grants Awarded, Home Ownership Opportunities, Community Events, & more...
Jul 28, 2026

Prokopiak’s social media literacy bill included in state budget
Jul 24, 2026

Representative Jim Prokopiak and Senator Steve Santarsiero announce $1.5M in Grants
Jul 16, 2026

Budget highlights, helping students, working families and retirees
Jul 14, 2026

Celebrating Independence Day, Recognizing Local High School State Champions, Addressing Data Center Concerns & Funding School, and more...
Jun 30, 2026

Celebrating Flag Day, Recognizing Juneteenth, Details on Our Expungement Clinic, and more...
Jun 16, 2026

Addressing Roadway Concerns, Supporting our First Responders, and House Fellowship Opportunities
Jun 02, 2026

Bucks County State Rep. Jim Prokopiak Wants to Protect Working Families from Being Fleeced by Corporate ‘Surveillance Pricing’
May 27, 2026

Primary Elections are TOMORROW, Advocating for Commonsense Rent Stabilization, and more
May 18, 2026

Prokopiak, Guenst advocate for commonsense stabilization of rent prices in Pennsylvania
May 13, 2026