June 12 update: Reform is a crucial start, but we must continue to push

(Jun 12, 2020)

Growth isn’t simply physical. It’s mental. It’s emotional. It’s logical. It’s essential. We must always be willing to learn, willing to improve ourselves. That goes for the individual and for the collective. It’s crucial for our society, for our country. Read more

 

Sanchez bill would add permit extension provisions during emergency declaration

(Jun 11, 2020)

Proposed in late May and officially filed this week, H.B. 2586 would give local governments and authorities the ability to delay the expiration of existing permits issued before a disaster declaration took effect. Read more

 

State legislators: PCCD grants will help at-risk parents and children

(Jun 10, 2020)

HARRISBURG, June 10 – The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency awarded two Montgomery County programs a total of $247,007 to meet the needs of Montgomery County children and parents affected by domestic violence, substance abuse and crime. Family Services of Montgomery County, in partnership with the Montgomery County Reentry Initiative, was awarded $147,010 in Violence and Delinquency Prevention Program funding to expand the Positive Parenting Program helping parents who are recently released from incarceration. Montgomery County Children’s Advocacy Center’s Mission Kids program will receive $99,997 to continue family advocacy work, particularly to accompany children to medical evaluations court appearances. “In addition to providing direct support to returning parents, this money also supports a key position at Mission Kids,” said state Rep. Steve Malagari, D-Montgomery. “With the increased demands for these services, Mission Kids needs a family advocate who can appropriately support the needs of our communities.” "In my role as a state representative – specifically with regard to my position on the Children and Youth Committee – and most importantly in my role as a parent, the safety and wellness of children and families will always be my top priority,” said state Rep. Ben Sanchez, D-Montgomery. “That is why I am grateful for this opportunity to improve Read more

 

June 5 update: Black Lives Matter

(Jun 05, 2020)

Black Lives Matter. Black Americans Matter. Black Children Matter. Black Ideas Matter. Black Opinions Matter. Read more

 

May 29 COVID-19 update: A week filled with outrage

(May 29, 2020)

From COVID-19 exposure at the Capitol to a senseless killing in Minnesota, and passing a stop-gap budget, it's been a tough week. Read more

 

May 22 COVID-19 update: Moving to “Yellow” phase June 5

(May 22, 2020)

This news today means we’re on the right path. If we refrain from rushing too quickly into life from our not-so-distant memories, and instead embrace the cautious approach to the new world, our society can emerge this better than when we went into it. Read more

 

May 15 COVID-19 update: Highlighting the importance of staying the course

(May 15, 2020)

This week, Governor Wolf reminded all of us why it is so important to “stay the course,” Attorney General Shapiro announced he’s taking a look into issues at nursing homes, and hospitals in our area began receiving a new drug to help combat COVID-19. Read more

 

Sanchez, other lawmakers urge PA Supreme Court to protect families, businesses

(May 14, 2020)

“With the inescapable economic hardships that have accompanied this coronavirus pandemic, it’s critical that we do whatever we can to keep families in their homes and local businesses alive,” Sanchez said. “So many have been furloughed or have lost jobs entirely, and we’re all being instructed to stay home and stay safe. To do so, we need the assurance of a place to call home.” Read more

 

May 8 COVID-19 update: Remaining in ‘Red’ Phase; Help for MontCo Businesses; Details on Mail-in Voting and Census

(May 08, 2020)

I know this is hard, but as we work together to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, I cannot stress enough that now, more than ever, we must comply with Governor Tom Wolf’s science-driven mandate to stay home and safe. This is the only way that we can beat this. Read more

 

May 1 COVID-19 update: Stay the course to keep making progress

(May 01, 2020)

I know this is hard and not how we envisioned an ideal spring, but we must stay the course. We have to work together to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Read more

 

April 24 COVID-19 update: A Plan for Pennsylvania

(Apr 24, 2020)

This “Plan for Pennsylvania” remains a work in progress and, as the Governor has stated again and again, will be data-driven. Read more

 

April 17 COVID-19 update: A plan in place for PA

(Apr 17, 2020)

As another week has passed, I have rounded up another batch of news stories and information regarding COVID-19 that has come out since my last email. I hope it continues to prove useful to try to put everything in one place for you to sift through at your convenience. Read more

 

April 9 COVID-19 update: Schools closed for academic year

(Apr 09, 2020)

Another week, another roundup of news and information regarding COVID-19 that has come out since my last email. I hope it proves useful to try to put everything in one place for you to sift through at your convenience. Read more

 

Statewide Stay-at-Home Order, Census; voting in the Primary; and opting in to receive valuable information

(Apr 01, 2020)

I am reaching out a little earlier in my email this week in order to get you additional news and information, some of which is outside of the scope of COVID-19. Read more

 

March 27 updates and latest resources on COVID-19

(Mar 27, 2020)

Here is another week’s roundup of news and information regarding COVID-19 that has come out since my last email. I hope it proves useful to try to put everything in one place for you to sift through at your convenience. Read more

 

Continuing updates and latest resources on COVID-19

(Mar 20, 2020)

As we work together to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, I wanted to round up some of the news and information from today I hope you find useful. And, while our office is closed to foot traffic, we are still here to help you as best we can. Contact my office by phone at (215) 517-6800 or by email at RepSanchez@pahouse.net. Read more

 

Latest updates and resources on COVID-19

(Mar 17, 2020)

As we work together to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, I wanted to round up some of the news and information from today you hopefully find useful. Read more

 

PA Turnpike Temporarily Will Not Accept Cash To Safeguard Employee and Traveler Health

(Mar 16, 2020)

Cash customers should NOT stop at tollbooths; they’ll be invoiced by mail starting at 8 p.m. March 16. Read more

 

Pennsylvania Workers Affected by COVID-19 May be Eligible for Unemployment and Workers’ Compensation Benefits

(Mar 16, 2020)

Unemployment compensation claims should be submitted online for faster processing. Read more

 

Wolf Administration Issues Guidance to Non-essential Businesses as Part of COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts

(Mar 16, 2020)

Non-essential businesses include community and recreation centers; gyms, including yoga, barre and spin facilities; hair salons, nail salons and spas; casinos; concert venues; theaters; bars; sporting event venues and golf courses; retail facilities, including shopping malls and except for pharmacy or other health care facilities within retail operations. Read more

 

June 12 update: Reform is a crucial start, but we must continue to push
Jun 12, 2020

Sanchez bill would add permit extension provisions during emergency declaration
Jun 11, 2020

State legislators: PCCD grants will help at-risk parents and children
Jun 10, 2020

June 5 update: Black Lives Matter
Jun 05, 2020

May 29 COVID-19 update: A week filled with outrage
May 29, 2020

May 22 COVID-19 update: Moving to “Yellow” phase June 5
May 22, 2020

May 15 COVID-19 update: Highlighting the importance of staying the course
May 15, 2020

Sanchez, other lawmakers urge PA Supreme Court to protect families, businesses
May 14, 2020

May 8 COVID-19 update: Remaining in ‘Red’ Phase; Help for MontCo Businesses; Details on Mail-in Voting and Census
May 08, 2020

May 1 COVID-19 update: Stay the course to keep making progress
May 01, 2020

April 24 COVID-19 update: A Plan for Pennsylvania
Apr 24, 2020

April 17 COVID-19 update: A plan in place for PA
Apr 17, 2020

April 9 COVID-19 update: Schools closed for academic year
Apr 09, 2020

Statewide Stay-at-Home Order, Census; voting in the Primary; and opting in to receive valuable information
Apr 01, 2020

March 27 updates and latest resources on COVID-19
Mar 27, 2020

Continuing updates and latest resources on COVID-19
Mar 20, 2020

Latest updates and resources on COVID-19
Mar 17, 2020

PA Turnpike Temporarily Will Not Accept Cash To Safeguard Employee and Traveler Health
Mar 16, 2020

Pennsylvania Workers Affected by COVID-19 May be Eligible for Unemployment and Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Mar 16, 2020

Wolf Administration Issues Guidance to Non-essential Businesses as Part of COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts
Mar 16, 2020