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East Penn Railroad awarded $626,000

(Dec 18, 2023)

“This project is the epitome of how business, government, and nonpro?ts can form partnerships to improve the lives of our local communities,” Rep. Christina Sappey said. “I am happy to lend my support to it, and I applaud ESPN, KTA and Kennett Township for their ingenuity. Let it serve as an example of how we solve problems in our community in the future.” Read more

 

Matzie: House Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities Committee hears testimony on bills to protect water and wastewater ratepayers

(Dec 15, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Dec. 14 – The PA House Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities Committee heard testimony Wednesday about legislation that would impose more stringent requirements for the acquisition of municipal water and wastewater systems and bring more transparency to that process, Majority Chairman Rob Matzie announced. Matzie, D-Beaver, and several colleagues introduced the bill package to reform Act 12 – which was enacted in 2016 to change the way water and wastewater systems are valued for acquisition – to bring greater scrutiny and openness to these transactions. “Act 12 was originally created to give public utilities incentives to acquire failing or stressed municipal systems that could no longer provide safe, reliable service to customers, Matzie said. “Unfortunately, that’s not how the act is being used. Instead, municipalities and municipal authorities are exercising the provisions to sell healthy, well-operated systems at amounts much higher than their present value. Consumers end up footing the bill for those purchases through hugely inflated rates – without any improvement to services. “Even worse, the sales often happen with little notice to taxpayers or ratepayers, so the public is left in the dark about a pending sale until it’s too late. Our bill package would add needed guiderails to the act so that it Read more

 

House committee will consider legislative package to amend Act 12 requirements for sale of water & wastewater systems

(Dec 07, 2023)

Members of the House Democratic Caucus will hear testimony about their bill package to reform Act 12 of 2016 at a public hearing of the House Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities Committee at 10 a.m. on Dec. 12 in the state Capitol building. Read more

 

Kendal~Crosslands Communities celebrates 50th anniversary

(Nov 06, 2023)

Before a gathering of residents, staff, community members and elected officials, Kendal~Crosslands Communities celebrated its 50th anniversary on Oct. 26 at Kendal’s Longwood campus. Read more

 

Boletín legislativo de otoño de 2023

(Oct 25, 2023)

Boletín legislativo de otoño de 2023 Read more

 

2023 Fall Newsletter

(Oct 25, 2023)

My Fall Newsletter should have hit your mailboxes! If it didn't you can read all about what I have been up to in Harrisburg and here in the District. Read more

 

House Agriculture Committee discusses veterinary services in Pa.

(Oct 11, 2023)

Today, the Pennsylvania House Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee held an informational meeting at PennVet’s New Bolton Center to learn about the challenges facing veterinary medicine in the commonwealth. Read more

 

Marking the fight against breast cancer from the Capitol

(Oct 09, 2023)

The fountain outside the East Wing of the State Capitol runs pink throughout October for Breast Cancer Awareness month. House and Senate members gathered this past Tuesday at the fountain to kick off this important month. If you have a chance to visit the capital this month, make sure to visit this beautiful architectural feature on Commonwealth Avenue! Read more

 

Senator John I. Kane and Representative Christina Sappey Announce over $450,000 in DCNR Funding for 158th Legislative District

(Oct 06, 2023)

Senator John I. Kane and Representative Christina Sappey are pleased to announce the allocation of grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) for conservation projects in Chester County. Read more

 

TVN’s Coffee &the Capitol: Looking into Local Issues with Rep. Christina Sappey

(Sep 14, 2023)

In this month’s Coffee and the Capitol, Rep. Christina Sappey of the 158th Legislative District joins PSATS Director of Government Relations Joe Gerdes for an essential chat about focusing more on local government issues. Read more

 

State Rep. Sappey Visits PathStone, Pledges Support for Workforce Development and Affordable Housing

(Sep 06, 2023)

I took a visit to Pathstone, a Non-Profit in our District. Read more

 

August 2023

(Sep 01, 2023)

District Office Lease: $2,023.95 District Office Utilities: $265.22 Postage: $17.00 Publications/Newspaper Subscriptions: $83.92 Highland Orchards-Legislative Table Event: $35.00 Information is provided by the Chief Clerk’s Office. Rep. Sappey does not accept per diems. Read more

 

Summer 2023 Newsletter

(Aug 31, 2023)

hear from residents daily about mental health related issues in our schools and communities. I hear about negative behavior that indicates how stressed and anxious we are. Let’s slow down. Read more

 

Sappey domestic violence bill to protect pets passes House

(Jul 07, 2023)

Rep. Christina Sappey is recognizing the passage of her legislation (H.B. 1210) an animal protection bill introduced with Rep. Natalie Mihalek, R-Allegheny, that would expand protection from abuse orders to include animals and house pets, ensuring the safety and well-being of both domestic violence victims and their beloved animal companions. Read more

 

June 2023

(Jun 30, 2023)

District Office Lease: $2,023.95 District Office Utilities: $207.24 Postage: $4516.37 Publications/Newspaper Subscriptions: $47.96 District Cooler/Water Supplies : $83.25 *includes multiple months Mileage: $466.79 Parking and Tolls: $332.05 Lodging: $1170.00 Meals: $358.28 Information is provided by the Chief Clerk’s Office. Rep. Sappey does not accept per diems. Read more

 

Sappey bill bolstering State Planning Board passes House

(Jun 29, 2023)

Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, is recognizing the successful passage of H.B. 1231, an important bipartisan bill that would enhance Pennsylvania's commitment to preserving its rich history while effectively addressing the escalating challenges posed by climate change. Read more

 

Sappey and Kane to host Drive-Thru Shred Event June 24

(Jun 20, 2023)

State Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, announced today that her free Drive-Thru Shred Event will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 24 at Unionville High School, 750 Unionville Road in Kennett Square. Read more

 

Sappey bill implementing state-level earned income tax credit advances

(Jun 14, 2023)

Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, is applauding the passage of H.B. 1272, bi-partisan legislation crafted in partnership with the United Way of PA, that would implement a state-level Earned Income Tax Credit for low-income working households. Read more

 

Sappey: Transportation Town Hall

(Jun 02, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Christina Sappey joined PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll to host a discussion about PennDOT’s operations, policies, programs, and upcoming initiatives affecting state roadways, driver services, urban and rural public transportation, airports, railroads, ports, and waterways. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Sappey Read more

 

May 2023

(May 31, 2023)

District Office Lease: $2,023.95 District Office Utilities: $225.37 Earth Day Event Refreshments: $44.28 Shred Event Rental : $750 Earth Day Event Supplies: $24.03 Postage: $46.68 Publications/Newspaper Subscriptions: $47.96 District Cooler/Water Supplies : $27.75 Mileage: $108.73 Parking and Tolls: $65.20 Lodging: $234.00 Meals: $59.41 Information is provided by the Chief Clerk’s Office. Rep. Sappey does not accept per diems. Read more