“People living with severe and persistent mental health issues often face unimaginable barriers when looking for affordable housing or securing steady employment,” said Sanchez, D-Montgomery. “The work that Hedwig House does to help mental health consumers meet their goals and achieve a sense of stability truly does make a positive impact on people’s lives. This funding will help Hedwig House continue to provide invaluable services to members of our community and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to lead healthy, productive lives.” Read more
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On Sept. 15, 53 years after his death, I had the privilege and honor of leading the dedication ceremony of the Corporal Vincent J. Wargo Jr., U.S.M.C. Memorial Highway, a portion of Fitzwatertown Road that stretches from North Hills Ave. to Jenkintown Road. Read more
Constitutional amendments need to be scrutinized by a large cross-section of voters. High levels of voter participation would help ensure the changes made truly represent the will and voice of the people. Read more
Our world right now might sometimes feel divided, but I firmly believe that what we witnessed then remains inside us, and I remain hopeful we can – and will – display it again. Read more
Read about the latest state grant programs open for applications. Read more
Includes a photo gallery from visiting some of the hardest-hit areas in our region on Friday, Sept. 3. Read more
Your donations to this summer’s school supply drive yet again blew me away. My conference table was overflowing, and the children and families who benefit from these incredible donations are beyond grateful, as am I. Read more
Job search assistance and non-unemployment assistance is available to help those in need. Read more
“Democracy works better when more people participate. This proposal brings better transparency to the process and will help ensure that the voices of more Pennsylvanians will be heard when it comes to constitutional changes that affect us all.” Read more
Montco is recommending masks for the general public in indoor public settings, and road work is scheduled for Route 152 later this month. Read more
The school year is nearing and, coincidentally, a beautiful new library just opened. Learn more in my latest email. Read more
As an elected official, there are few moments more meaningful than being able to honor a hometown hero, which is exactly what we did on Independence Day weekend. Read more
The grant – awarded under PennDOT’s Green Light-Go Program – will fund important upgrades to the traffic signaling and help improve safety in the area. Read more
Although Pride Month has come to an end, I plan to celebrate Pride year-round, and I'm committed to doing all I can to make our commonwealth a more safe, welcoming and loving place for our LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors. Read more
From support for local businesses to job training, there are a number of grant funding opportunities in Pennsylvania. Read more
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day and even Independence Day by some, is the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Read more
While similar bills have been introduced in previous legislative sessions, the Sanchez/Schlossberg legislation would extend beyond the “gay” and “trans” terminology to include all members of this marginalized community by prohibiting the court system from allowing a defense of this nature in consideration of serious provocation or insanity. Read more
Fighting for policies and initiatives that make sure more and more guns don’t end up in the wrong hands isn’t attacking the 2nd Amendment. Read more
Also, a major update is coming to the Unemployment Compensation System. Read more
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