Dear Neighbor & Estimado Vecino,

As always, here is some information I hope you find useful.

For Spanish readers, please read the full Spanish-language version of this email here.

Para los lectores en español, lea una versión completa de este boletín electrónico en su idioma aquí. Como siempre, aquí les presento información que espero pueda ser de utilidad. Y no olvides visitar mi página oficial para mantenerte informado. También puede verificar sus preferencias para asegurarse de que está registrado para recibir mis correos electrónicos.

As your State Representative, I’m proud to have championed increased funding for our local schools in the 2025-26 Pennsylvania budget. The Governor Mifflin School District will receive nearly $2 million more, a 13.2% increase, and the Reading School District will see $29 million more, an 11.1% boost.

Investing in our students and teachers is investing in the future of our community, and I will continue fighting for the resources our schools need to thrive.

The four-month state budget delay is finally behind us. The Pennsylvania General Assembly has finally passed a balanced, bipartisan budget. While the process took far too long, I’m proud of what we fought for and achieved. Our state is moving forward with a budget that increases support for families in Reading and Berks County while keeping taxes steady and avoiding additional costs.
I fought for a plan that increases funding for schools, invests in childcare workers, drives job creation and innovation, supports seniors and people in need, and improves roads and bridges. This is a responsible budget that gives families more financial breathing room while keeping our communities safe, healthy, and thriving. Above all, this budget puts families first.

Reading friends and neighbors, it’s that time of year again! My Annual Thanksgiving Giveaway & Resource Fair is back, and I’m excited to continue this meaningful community tradition.

This isn’t just a giveaway, it’s a celebration of community, connection, and gratitude. My team and I are proud to support underserved families with Thanksgiving essentials and share information about valuable state programs and services.

Come say hello, pick up a free turkey, meet my staff, and learn how state resources can help. I can’t wait to see you on Friday, November 21, from 10 a.m. to noon!