Hello my friends in the 168th,

I’m writing to you this week with a heavy heart. On Monday, my dad passed away due to complications from a chronic illness he valiantly fought for many years.

My brother, sister, and I knew him as Daddy. His grandchildren knew him as Granddaddy. But many in Delco knew him as Dr. Cianciulli, or Dr. C. He spent 40 years caring for the community at Mercy Fitzgerald and Riddle. I can’t even count how many times we were stopped by people when we were out who said, “Your dad saved my life,” or the life of a husband, wife, brother, or sister.

It was the norm for us to spend hours sitting in the doctors’ lounge waiting while he made “quick rounds” to see his patients on weekends or late at night. He cared deeply about his patients and was also known to save wildlife. He once brought home an injured jackrabbit when we lived in Denver and an injured seagull when we were down the shore.

Above all else, he was a healer.

As I reflect on his battle, I think of all the professionals we were blessed to have in our lives to help care for and support him. We had amazing home health aides provided by the 168th’s own Right at Home Healthcare, as well as the outstanding healthcare professionals at Bryn Mawr Hospital and across Main Line Health, the staff at the Mansion at Rosemont, and his wonderful and caring physicians and their staffs. My dad had access to the very best healthcare had to offer. Our entire family is deeply grateful to those who helped him have more time with the people he loved.

But as I think about this, I can’t help but think of all those who do not have the same access to lifesaving and life-sustaining care. We learned this week that, due to the loss of the federal ACA tax credits, more than 160,000 Pennsylvanians are now facing the difficult choice between maintaining health insurance and paying for necessities like gas to get to work or food to feed their families.

We need to move quickly as a Commonwealth to address this growing healthcare crisis and help ensure Pennsylvania’s aging population has access to the care they will need in the future. This week in Harrisburg, we passed several pieces of legislation to support our seniors and strengthen healthcare across the Commonwealth.

• The Healthy Workers, Healthy Small Businesses Act would establish the Small Business Health Care Premiums Contribution Tax Credit to start getting some of the 156,000 people who could no longer afford their Pennie health coverage back on insurance again.

• The Digital Ad Tax could bring $500 million to older Pennsylvanians, with projections even higher in the future -- money that goes directly to making sure our property taxes don’t keep going up, so seniors can age in place.

More details on those bills can be found in the story below. I also continue to advocate, alongside Senator Kearney, for House Bill 1460 to help ensure that what happened to Crozer Health does not happen again in any community. I remain hopeful that the Senate will recognize the importance of this legislation and move it through committee and to the floor so it can reach the Governor’s desk.

My daddy was passionate about healthcare. I was fortunate to work alongside him for many years and to see firsthand the compassion he brought to his profession. He earned the respect of his colleagues and the trust and love of his patients. Fighting for quality healthcare and advocating for our seniors is deeply personal to me. It is a commitment rooted in the values my daddy instilled in me and the example he set throughout his life.

So, hold your loved ones close, have a wonderful weekend, and in honor of my daddy who made me the phan I am today – Go Phillies!

In service,

In this edition:

Harrisburg Update 

• Marple Newtown Hi-Q celebrates National Championship at the Capitol

• We're a step closer toward restoring professional licensure for Certified Chiropractic Assistants

• Legislative Update 

In the District 

• Seasons' first Newtown Square Farmers Market

• Media Rugby Club grant presentation

• Passport to Middletown

• A successful Scam Jam!

• License plate replacement event

• Wayne Senior Center earns state grant

• Radnor Troop 284's newest Eagle Scouts

Events

• License Plate Replacement (6/16)

• Paper Shredding & Electronics Recycling (8/8)

FYI

• SEPTA service plan for World Cup, July 4th, & America250 events

• Contest: Win the chance to be a PA Ranger for a day! Application deadline is tomorrow!

Community Events & Announcements

• Flag Day Ceremony at Delco Veterans Memorial (TOMORROW, 6/12)

• Newtown Square Farmers Market at Garrett Williamson (TOMORROW, 6/12)

• Backyard Composting Workshop in Edgmont Twp. (6/16)

• Self-Guided Road Tour w/ Edgmont Twp Historical Society (6/27)

• Stars, Stripes, & Summer Bites w/ Edgmont Twp & America250PA (6/27)

• Marple Newtown 4th of July Parade + Decorate Your Place Contest (7/4)

• Chesco Pops concert: Celebrate America (7/12)

• Adventures in Ecological Horticulture - at Haverford College (7/15)

• Meet Phillies Legends at the Newtown Square Fire House (7/19)

Marple Newtown Hi-Q celebrates National Championship at Capitol

This week in Harrisburg, Rep. Jennifer O'Mara and I were thrilled to welcome to the house floor the winners of the 2026 National Hi-Q Championship - the students team from Marple Newtown School District High School!

These students work so hard all year, competing in the Delco Hi-Q tournament sponsored by Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union. I had the opportunity to see them in action several times this year, including the competition where they became Delco's champs and won the prestigious Donna Zerby Trophy!

We were so honored to host them at the Capitol, present them with house citations, and recognize them for all their amazing achievements. Cheers and congratulations to these tremendous students, their teacher advisor Liz Landes, and MNHS Principal John Beltrante!

We're a step closer toward restoring professional licensure for Certified Chiropractic Assistants

We have been steadily losing chiropractors in Pennsylvania. While many are retiring, a primary driver of this growing shortage is an impractical regulatory obstacle: Pennsylvania is the only state in the nation that does not recognize or offer professional licensure for Certified Chiropractic Assistants (CCAs). As a result, chiropractors are unable to delegate certain duties that are routinely performed by these trained professionals in other states.

This lack of support places Pennsylvania chiropractors at a competitive disadvantage, discouraging new providers from establishing practices in the Commonwealth. It has also contributed to higher costs for patients, delays in care, and a shrinking healthcare workforce.

With the House passage last week of H.B. 1106, which would re-establish professional licensure for CCAs, I’m excited we’re one step closer to righting this wrong done to our chiropractic care community and to the patients who depend on it for care.

I’m grateful to the prime co-sponsors who helped advocate for this effort along the way: my neighbor in Delco, Rep. Jennifer O’Mara; Rep. Tim Brennan of Bucks County; and Rep. John Lawrence of Chester County.

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Digital Ad Tax; Healthy Workers, Healthy Small Business; Modernizing Fire Companies; Expanding Pre-Canvassing Ballots; Protecting Homeowners Equity Act

We passed a number of bills in Harrisburg this week that would support working people and families in Pennsylvania by taking steps to ease the burden of rising costs of living, protect public health, and more. These proposed measures are now in the hands of Senate leadership.

Digital Ad Tax

We rallied in support of creating a new revenue stream in PA by instituting a Digital Ad Tax through H.B. 1678. It’s time to tax the big companies making money off of us through digital advertising. Companies like Meta and Amazon are making millions off tracking our interests and then bombarding us with digital ads to try and profit even more. The proposed digital ad tax could provide a much-needed new source of revenue to the state to help fund our schools, pave roads, and invest in our communities – preventing property tax hikes in the process.

Healthy Workers, Healthy Small Business Act

This legislation aims to address healthcare affordability and prevent hospital closures by helping small businesses offer health insurance to their employees. H.B. 2550 would establish the Small Business Healthcare Premiums Contribution Tax Credit to give a 100% state tax credit on every dollar a small business (fewer than 50 employees) spends on its workers’ health insurance plans purchased via Pennie, the state exchange program.

Federal cuts to Affordable Care Act subsidies are behind many people losing their benefits. Workers with employer-provided health insurance are generally healthier, save money, and help support small local businesses. I’m proud to support measures that invest in people and strengthen our economy.

Modernizing Fire Companies

Municipal budget cuts are stretching fire companies thinner than ever, and it’s time to step up to support these first responders who keep us safe. The Supporting Our Firefighters Act would establish the Fire Company Transformational Grant Program, providing funding of up to $1 million to qualifying fire companies (volunteer, partially paid, and fully paid).

Outfitting just one firefighter now costs more than $20,000, and the base price for a fully equipped ambulance is $100,000, thanks to private equity companies taking over the fire apparatus industry. Fire companies need our help to afford these necessities, and H.B. 2446 is crucial to providing that support.

Expanding Pre-canvassing Ballots

The past several election cycles have made it clear that people who strategize to cast doubt on election results have taken aim at voting by mail, trying to paint the concept as rife with fraud – which couldn’t be further from the truth. They’re trying to say that because mail-in ballots take some time to count, they should be invalidated. But the 24-hour news cycle doesn’t get to rewrite our constitution and decide which votes are worthy of being counted, or that election results must be delivered by 11 p.m. the night of the election.

The number of Pennsylvanians who request mail-in ballots keeps climbing with every election; 2.2 million people requested them in 2024. Election officials need to be able to conduct pre-canvassing, which means preparing mail-in ballots received in advance of election day so they’re ready to be scanned by the same machines that count the votes cast by people in person. Every voter rights group, senior citizen group, and group working to preserve our democracy agrees pre-canvassing is crucial to modernizing our elections – and so do I. H.B. 37 would get it done!

Protecting Homeowners Equity Act

Some predatory lenders are targeting homeowners who are struggling to pay their bills by exploiting them through arrangements that trade a lump-sum payment for a share of the home’s equity and future appreciation. These so-called “shared equity agreements” can effectively give the finance company a claim on a portion of the home’s future value, often with limited disclosure requirements and little to no foreclosure protections. Homeowners who later try to sell are sometimes surprised to learn they must pay these companies tens of thousands of dollars—equal to the share of appreciation owed—before they can complete the sale.

H.B. 2120 would apply the same rules to these agreements as mortgages or home equity loans, creating accountability and protecting homeowners. It would also require anyone entering into one to get independent advice from a financial counselor.

Seasons' first Newtown Square Farmers Market

May 29th was the perfect night for the season’s first Newtown Square Farmers Market at Garrett Williamson and Urban Roots Farm!

Flowers, sourdough, U-pick strawberries, music, fresh produce, and fabulous friends! It was so great to see Cheryl Grosso, Newtown Township Supervisor, and her mom, Candy; Edgmont Supervisor Annie Thorne, along with Mackenzie and Connor; the mastermind behind the farmers market, Pam Purser; the fearless leader of the Newtown Square Historical Society, Cathy Cavalier; and Newtown’s indomitable Paul Seligson!

Such a great way to start the summer!

Media Rugby Club grant presentation

I’ve had the chance to get to know many of the league leaders and players and see how they contribute to both the sport and our community. One of their ongoing projects is the preservation of the farmhouse on the property, which was once part of Penncrest Dairy Farm owned by the Smedley family before the township acquired it as part of its open space preservation plan.

Passport to Middletown

Middletown Township last week hosted “Passport to Middletown,” where visitors had the opportunity to learn more about the historical significance of sites across the township. As part of the America250PA celebration, the passport program highlighted Middletown’s role in the history of our country and helped bring that history to life for residents and visitors alike.

I stopped by Roosevelt School and visited the Middletown Historical Society displays (they have added some new ones). I always enjoy catching up with our local historians who help deepen my understanding of our beautiful communities. I also had the opportunity to see the newly completed veterans’ memorial, which was officially dedicated. As always, Middletown’s Director of Parks and Recreation, Jennifer Maull, did a fantastic job, and it was great to see Councilwoman Leslie Campo!

A successful Scam Jam!

Scams targeting U.S. seniors result in staggering financial losses, with older Americans (ages 60 and over) reporting nearly $5 billion in direct losses annually. However, it is estimated that actual losses could be closer to $28 billion, as these crimes often go unreported.

Last Friday, my office partnered with Surrey Services for Seniors at their beautiful new Middletown location to host the PA Banking & Securities Scam Jam, giving the nearly 70 seniors in attendance the tools they need to recognize scams and protect themselves.

We learned that people would use any means possible, from AI to fake texts and spam emails. We all need to be vigilant and ask questions, never give out personal information, and never send money or gift cards to people asking without fully vetting the request.

We were grateful to hear from Trooper Nguyen from the PA State Police Troop K, Delaware County District Attorney's Office including DA Tanner Rouse and Detective Tom Scarpato, our friends from AARP, and our friends at COSA.

So much helpful information was shared with a packed house eager to learn how to protect themselves and their friends and loved ones. We even had several Scam Jam BINGO winners!

Thank you to Kate from my office for coordinating such a useful and informative program and thank you Surrey and Erie Insurance for the volunteer help and lunch!

License plate replacement event

In partnership with Senator Tom Kearney, we held a License Plate Replacement Event at the Newtown Township Police Department on Tuesday night. This is always a helpful event that gets license plates that are peeling, discolored, or hard to read off the road. Did you know you can receive a $100 fine for having an illegible license plate?

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in the event, as well as to the officers of the Newtown Township Police Department who signed off on the paperwork.

If you missed our event in Newtown, we have another from 4-6 p.m. on June 16th at the Radnor Police Department (301 Iven Ave, Wayne, PA, 19087). We hope to see you there!

Wayne Senior Center earns state grant

Radnor Troop 284's newest Eagle Scouts

Congratulations to Radnor 248’s newest Eagle Scouts! The dedication these scouts possess for their community and organization is astonishing. In fact, only 5% of scouts obtain the rank of Eagle, and to obtain it, the scout must climb 7 scouting ranks, earn 21 merit badges, serve in a leadership position within the troop, complete an Eagle Scout Service project, and make it through the Eagle Scout Rank Application.

This is a rigorous process that truly shows the devotion and hard work of Radnor 248’s newest Eagle Scouts. Great job on all of your hard work, and congratulations!

My Events

FYI

SEPTA service plan for World Cup & America250 events

A historic summer is on the horizon for Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs! SEPTA is preparing to help host the FIFA World Cup (June 11–July 19), celebrate America’s 250th birthday (June 19–July 4), and welcome Major League Baseball’s All-Star Week (July 10–July 14).

After more than a year of planning and coordination with local, state, federal, and private-sector partners, SEPTA has developed an enhanced service plan to help fans, visitors, and residents travel safely and efficiently throughout the region.

Enhanced service – Extra B service on World Cup match days, late night service following evening matches and Fourth of July Fireworks, and service to Fan Festival activities at Lemon Hill.

Employee Ambassadors – Stationed throughout the system to provide assistance and help create a welcoming experience for visitors and residents alike. 600 employees have stepped forward, covering 1,200 shifts and dedicating 4,800 hours to supporting customers and visitors.

SEPTA FIFA World Cup 2026 Service Page: Customers traveling during this busy period are encouraged to visit the FIFA World Cup Service Page to plan their trips and stay informed about service changes and potential route detours.

Free Post-Match Rides from NRG Station on the B: Through a sponsorship agreement with Airbnb and Philadelphia Soccer 2026, SEPTA will provide free rides home on the B from NRG Station after all six Philadelphia World Cup matches, beginning at halftime and continuing for two hours following the end of each match.

Added B Service to and from NRG Station: SEPTA will add 10 additional B trains to NRG prior to each match, as well as additional post-game trains to support added capacity.

Late Night Service on the B and L: The B and L will operate overnight on match days, with trains running every 30 minutes to and from select stations.

Extended Regional Rail Service: Regional Rail service will be extended to accommodate late ending games, including on June 19 and July 4.

L, B, T and Regional Rail will have special schedules with enhanced service to support the July 4 events happening throughout the city. Most Regional Rail lines (except AIR, CHE, CHW, WAR, WIL) provide additional inbound and outbound service before the fireworks; all Regional Rail lines (except Airport) will provide late-night outbound service from Jefferson, Suburban and William H. Gray III 30th St stations after the fireworks. All other services (D, M and Bus) operate on a Sunday schedule. Routes that do not have Sunday schedules will not operate.

Customers are encouraged to visit the July 4th Service information page for schedules and complete service information.

Contest: Win the chance to be a PA Ranger for a Day!

Ever wonder what Pennsylvania looks like through a park ranger's eyes? This summer, visitPA and Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources are teaming up to give one lucky winner and their guest a one-of-a-kind, behind-the-scenes experience at one of the state's most stunning parks.

You'll spend a full day with people who know every trail, every hidden waterfall, every special spot you don't want to miss. You'll explore the way state park employees do, off the beaten path and into the wild spaces that make PA parks worth protecting. This won’t be your average park visit!

All the details on how to enter the contest and what the day will entail are here: https://www.visitpa.com/ranger/

Community Events & Announcements

Marple Newtown 4th of July Parade

Parade will be held Saturday, July 4th, 2026

Parade Starting Time: 10:00AM 

Route: EAST on West Chester Pike, St. Albans Circle, Newtown Square to Broomall Fire House, Malin Road, Broomall

Rain Date: Sunday, July 5th, 2026 (Check in between 8:30-9:30am, Parade at 10:00am)

For more information call MN Recreation at 610-353-2326 or email Rich Ehnow at rehnow@mnsd.org

Pennsylvania State Capitol

28-B East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 772-2005

District Office

24 S. Newtown Street Rd., Suite 100
Newtown Square, PA 19073
(484) 427-2884

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