Delco lawmakers announce more than $1.8 million for Chester-Upland School District

(Mar 15, 2024)

HARRISBURG, March 15 – State Reps. Carol Kazeem and Leanne Krueger, both D-Delaware, today announced that Chester-Upland School District has been awarded more than $1,83 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to establish safe, healthy and supportive learning environments in its schools. According to the lawmakers, who represent families with children attending the school district, the grant comes from the federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, Stronger Connections Grant program. The school district will use the funding to promote the social, emotional, physical and mental well-being of students and staff; address family and community engagement; and promote equitable and inclusive policies and practices. “School districts across the state are continuously working to update their policies and strategies to create safer environments in their schools, but they often need more resources to provide the strongest and safest learning environments possible for their students and staff,” Krueger said. “Each year in the state budget, I fight for funding to help our schools get what they need to implement the programs they envision. I am pleased to see a high-need school district like Chester-Upland receive this critical funding.” Kazeem emphasized the efforts that were made to secure this funding for the district. “One of my greatest priorities has always been Read more

 

Kazeem announces $100,000 state grant for Bergdoll Park Restoration

(Jan 18, 2024)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 18 – State Rep. Carol Kazeem announced today that Upper Chichester has been awarded $100,000 in state funding for Streambank Restoration in Bergdoll Park. The grant originated from the Department of Community and Economic Development and Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Watershed Restoration Protection Program and support from Kazeem. “This grant is an investment into the resilience of our community. The funds will benefit a streambank restoration initiative, which plays a crucial role in preventing erosion and flooding, enhancing local water quality, and preserving aquatic habitats,” said Kazeem, D-Delaware. “It’s rewarding to see state dollars going toward measures that improve our community’s overall well-being in a sustainable way.” The Marcellus Legacy Fund supports Commonwealth Financing Authority's watershed restoration and protection projects. The Watershed Restoration and Protection Program aims to restore and maintain stream reaches damaged by uncontrolled nonpoint source polluted runoff, ultimately removing these streams from the Department of Environmental Protection's Impaired Waters list. Read more

 

RACP, Health, Environmental, Public Safety, Transportation, and Redevelopment Opportunities

(Jan 12, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: PAYS Survey Design Consultant Who May Apply: Applicants must meet the qualifications listed in the program guidelines, but any non-profit, for-profit, or academic organization is eligible. Use: The primary purpose of this project is to contract with an expert in the practice of surveying youth and adolescents to help inform necessary and appropriate revisions to the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS). Funds: Funding is provided through the State Violence and Delinquency Prevention Program stream. PCCD expects to fund one grant not to exceed $200,000. Application Deadline: February 12, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Oversight of the 2025 and 2027 PAYS Administrations Who May Apply: Applicants must demonstrate their ability to conduct the tasks outlined in the program guidelines, but non-profits, for-profits, institutions of higher education, or others are eligible. Use: The primary purpose of this project is to provide direct oversight of the administration of the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) for the 2025 and 2027 survey administration periods. Funds: Funding is provided through the State Violence and Delinquency Prevention Program stream. PCCD expects to fund one grant not to exceed $125,000. Application Deadline: February 12, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2024/25 Justice Assistance Grant Read more

 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS - Summer 2024 PA House Legislative Fellowship Program

(Jan 10, 2024)

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Legislative Fellowship Program is currently accepting applications for the Summer 2024 semester. Applications are due on March 1, 2024 . The Fellowship Program is based in Pennsylvania’s magnificent Capitol Building in Harrisburg . Fellows are assigned to work in House Standing Committees or House Leadership offices, are compensated for their work (which may also include college credit) and are provided the opportunities to draft and present their own legislation, attend meet-and-greets with various public officials and staff, and tour some of the Commonwealth’s historic public spaces, to name a few. Qualified applicants will be: College undergraduate juniors or seniors, graduate students, or law school students; Enrolled in a Pennsylvania college/university, or a Pennsylvania resident enrolled in an out-of-state institution; and Pursuing any major with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. If you know of any college students who would benefit from the Fellowship Program, please feel free to invite them to visit the website at: www.pahousefellowship.us . Applications can be submitted via email at: pahousefellowship@pabmc.net . Read more

 

Grant Memo: Cultural, Health, Environmental, Public Safety, Transportation, and Redevelopment Opportunities For Your District

(Jan 03, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Human Services: OCDEL Keystone STARS Continuous Quality Improvement Who May Apply: Eligible childcare providers will be notified via an eligibility letter from their Early Learning Resource Center. Providers must meet the requirements outlined here . Use: Staff qualifications and professional development, early childhood education programs, partnerships with families and communities, leadership and management, and accreditation costs. Funds: Grant amounts vary by provider. Grant funding comes from $12 million of federal Childcare Development Fund funds. Application Deadline: Feb. 15, 2024 More information: Keystone STARS Website Department of Transportation: State Transportation Innovation Council (STIC) Incentive Program Who May Apply: To be eligible for STIC Incentive funding, the STIC or other equivalent task force, committee or group must be formally established with a charter, include public and private members, meet regularly, and comprehensively consider sources of innovation. Use: The State Transportation Innovation Council Incentive Program provides funding to help STICs foster a culture of innovation and make innovations standard practice in their states. Examples of allowable activities include but are not limited to: developing standards and specifications; developing training to facilitate widespread use of innovation, developing Read more

 

Kazeem brings home another $2.8 million in district grants

(Dec 19, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Dec. 19 – State Rep. Carol Kazeem, D-Delaware, is pleased to announce state grant funding of over $2.8 million from the Commonwealth Financing Authority. The projects range from water and sewer improvement projects to arts and culture organizations. "As your representative, I am dedicated to advocating persistently to ensure that our region receives its fair share of state funding,” said Kazeem. It's crucial that we secure the resources needed to address the unique challenges and opportunities within our community, fostering growth, development, and a brighter future for all residents." Grants were awarded to the following: $1.9 million – to the Chester Water Authority for the replacement of water transmission lines in the city of Chester. $436,597 – to the Lower Chichester Township for a storm sewer upgrade project and sanitary sewer upgrades along Morton Avenue located in Lower Chichester Township. $425,000 – to the Southern Delaware County Authority for sanitary sewer improvements located in Upper Chichester Township. $50,634 – to Marcus Hook Borough to assist with storm water improvements. $10,671 – to the Delaware County Historical Society to fund operating costs. The grants are from the Commonwealth Financing Authority's H20 PA Program, Small Water and Sewer Program, and PA Arts and Culture Recovery Program. The H20 PA Program provides grants for drinking water, 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

 

Pennsylvania Legislative Latino Caucus announces the addition of new members to the group

(Nov 21, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Nov. 21 – The Pennsylvania Legislative Latino Caucus announced today the addition of three new members. Chairman Danilo Burgos explained that the new members, Reps. Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny, and Heather Boyd and Carol Kazeem, both D-Delaware, will bring a wealth of experience, passion and dedication to the Latino Caucus. “Their diverse backgrounds and perspectives will contribute significantly to our ongoing efforts to advocate for the interests and well-being of Pennsylvania's Latino community,” Burgos said. "Their commitment to fostering inclusivity and addressing the unique challenges faced by the Latino community will undoubtedly enhance the impact of our collective advocacy. We are building a more inclusive and equitable future for all Pennsylvanians," he added. Kazeem said that the only way to address issues relevant to the Latino population is to through a collective effort. “I believe the Latino Caucus understands the challenges and concerns of the community and is continually igniting changes,” Kazeem said. “I am glad to be part of this great force and I am looking forward to engaging in advocacy of policies that would ensure the progress of all Latinos in the commonwealth.” Boyd expressed similar sentiments and highlighted her excitement on becoming an active member of the PA Latino Caucus. “It is an honor to join the Pennsylvania Legislative Latino Read more

 

Kazeem invites community members to local cemetery restoration project

(Oct 02, 2023)

State Rep. Carol Kazeem, D-Delaware, is inviting community members and entrepreneurs to her cemetery cleanup event next weekend in advance of Veterans Day 2023. Read more

 

Kazeem and Krueger join Shapiro in announcing more than $360,000 in grant funding for healthy food in schools

(Aug 17, 2023)

DELAWARE COUNTY, Aug. 17 – State Reps. Carol Kazeem and Leanne Krueger, both D-Delaware, today applauded the Shapiro administration for investing more than $360,000 into area schools to promote and purchase fresh produce and vegetables for students. “We know that teaching our kids healthy eating habits from an early age is critical to maintaining a healthy relationship with food for a lifetime,” Kazeem said. “This program funding is a continued investment in Pennsylvania children and dovetails with Governor Shapiro’s free school breakfast initiative.” The funds were awarded under the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. Schools in the 159th and 161st legislative districts to receive funding are: Chester-Upland School District Main Street School $23,400 Chester Upland School of the Arts $31,392 Stetser Elementary School $18,792 Edgmont Scholars Academy $26,136 Ridley School District Eddystone Elementary School $17,352 Woodlyn Elementary School $21,240 Chester Community Charter School Building A $32,832 Building A West $22,896 Building B East $9,576 Building B West $26,280 Building C East $29,520 Building C West $28,224 Building D East $29,376 1100 Main St. Read more

 

Kinsey resolution urging Congress to end legal slavery passes Judiciary Committee

(Jun 08, 2023)

HARRISBURG, June 8 – Yesterday, House Resolution 128 introduced by state Reps. Stephen Kinsey, D-Phila., and Carol Kazeem, D-Delaware, urging Congress to end legal slavery was reported out of the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee. While the 13 th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery, it left a loophole which allows for slavery/involuntary servitude as punishment for committing a crime. Kinsey’s resolution would urge the U.S. Congress to end this loophole. “Slavery is America’s greatest sin, and we can no longer allow it to continue any further in any shape or fashion,” Kinsey said. “The loophole in the 13th Amendment allows for America’s legacy of slavery and racism to continue- we must end it. No one should be forced to work involuntarily. Today’s committee vote for this resolution is a positive step towards fully abolishing slavery and involuntary servitude in our country.” “Slavery has no place in the world today. Yet here in the United States, through a loophole in the 13 th Amendment, we can still force labor on someone as punishment for a crime,” Kazeem said. “This is not what represents the America of today and it’s about time we finally got rid of slavery in our country. We hope our colleagues in the state House will join us in calling on our Congress in Washington to join us in this mission.” H.R. 128 Read more

 

State Rep. Kazeem partners with homeownership groups to benefit Delaware County residents

(Jun 07, 2023)

State Rep. Carol Kazeem, D-Delaware, is partnering with the Affordable Housing Centers of Pennsylvania, the Chester Community Improvement Project and other housing-related organizations to host a Delaware County Homeownership Fair for the 159th legislative district from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 10. Read more

 

Roundtable examines negative impact of selling public water systems

(Apr 20, 2023)

“The sale of this public water authority is bad news for any resident of Pennsylvania who values their ability to access clean water and open green spaces,” said state Rep. Carol Kazeem, who hosted the event and represents portions of Delaware County – including the city of Chester. “For the more than 200,000 paying customers of Chester Water Authority, this sale could result in skyrocketing rate hikes. People who enjoy the outdoors can also expect access to the 2,000 acres of land currently owned by Chester Water Authority to change dramatically – including access for boaters, hikers and anglers. The bottom line is the only one who benefits from this sale is the for-profit company trying to purchase Chester Water Authority.” Read more

 

Kazeem: Nearly $3 million awarded in grants for infrastructure projects

(Mar 16, 2023)

“These projects will help the people of Chester directly,” Kazeem said. “It is encouraging to see this large amount of state dollars going to services that will help all kinds of people in the 159th Legislative District.” Read more

 

‘Breath of fresh air’ Kazeem opens constituent office on Avenue of the States

(Mar 15, 2023)

“I’m honored that so many people showed up in numbers and they’re still rolling in,” she said. “It means that people actually care. It means that people are paying attention. It means that people show more than anything they need services. People need services and that they’re here to get it and that they’re here to support.” Read more

 

Kazeem to hold press conference on educational funding ruling

(Feb 13, 2023)

State Rep. Carol Kazeem, D-Delaware, will hold a press conference regarding the Commonwealth Court ruling on the state’s educational funding system at noon Tuesday on the front steps of the Delaware County Courthouse, 201 W. Front St. Read more

 

Kazeem praises grants for local EMS and fire departments

(Feb 09, 2023)

Several local fire departments and emergency medical service providers have been awarded grants from Pennsylvania’s Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, state Rep. Carol Kazeem, D-Delaware, announced today. Read more

 

Kazeem sworn in as state representative for Pennsylvania’s 159th District

(Jan 04, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 4 – State Rep. Carol Kazeem took the oath of office in Harrisburg Tuesday, commencing her first term as state representative for her Delaware County district. After last year’s reapportionment process, the 159th Legislative District consists of the City of Chester, Lower Chichester and Upper Chichester townships and Eddystone, Trainer, Parkside and Marcus Hook boroughs. “It’s a great honor that the residents of the 159 th District gave me the opportunity to be their advocate in our state legislature,” Kazeem said. “I look forward to bringing up the topics that our commonwealth needs to seriously discuss and enact change that will improve the quality of life for all Pennsylvanians.” Kazeem said that some of her top legislative priorities for this session include reducing gun violence, strengthening education equity, criminal justice reform and raising the minimum wage. She expects to receive her committee assignments later this month. Kazeem is one of 26 new Democratic members sworn in and one of eight Democratic freshwomen. This class of freshmen legislators is the largest and most diverse group in over a decade. Photos from the swearing-in ceremony are available on Kazeem’s website: https://www.pahouse.com/Kazeem/PhotoGallery?g=5437 . Read more

 

McClinton applauds, welcomes newest members to House Democratic Caucus

(Dec 08, 2022)

HARRISBURG, Dec. 7 – To kick off the new legislative session, Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus Majority Leader Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, is welcoming the largest class of incoming legislators to the House Democratic Caucus in more than 15 years. “In January, the House Democratic Caucus will proudly swear in the largest and most diverse class of freshmen legislators in over a decade,” said McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. “These public servants are already on the ground in their communities, talking to neighbors, and prepared to be their voices in Harrisburg next month. Without a doubt, they will strengthen our legislature with their diverse experience and perspectives.” House Democrats will welcome 26 new members from communities across the state; some from districts that have never before been represented by a Democrat. New members include: Anthony Bellmon (D-Phila.) : Bellmon served in Philadelphia Congressman Brendan F. Boyle’s office for eight years, solving housing, student loan and immigration issues. As senior adviser to the congressman, Anthony worked on Capitol Hill advancing policy issues to better the lives of children and working families. Lisa A. Borowski (D-Delaware) : Borowski formerly served as vice president of the Radnor Township School District’s school board, leading the way on crafting one of the Read more

 

Need help heating your home? Apply to LIHEAP this winter.

(Dec 01, 2022)

Pennsylvanians in need of energy assistance are encouraged to apply to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for 2022-2023 winter heating season. To see if you qualify, view the table via the link above, and click here to apply online using COMPASS. A paper application can also be found here . Everyone should be able to keep warm during the coldest months of the year, and LIHEAP is a true security blanket for those who are in need. Read more

 

Delco lawmakers announce more than $1.8 million for Chester-Upland School District
Mar 15, 2024

Kazeem announces $100,000 state grant for Bergdoll Park Restoration
Jan 18, 2024

RACP, Health, Environmental, Public Safety, Transportation, and Redevelopment Opportunities
Jan 12, 2024

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS - Summer 2024 PA House Legislative Fellowship Program
Jan 10, 2024

Grant Memo: Cultural, Health, Environmental, Public Safety, Transportation, and Redevelopment Opportunities For Your District
Jan 03, 2024

Kazeem brings home another $2.8 million in district grants
Dec 19, 2023

House committee will consider legislative package to amend Act 12 requirements for sale of water & wastewater systems
Dec 07, 2023

Pennsylvania Legislative Latino Caucus announces the addition of new members to the group
Nov 21, 2023

Kazeem invites community members to local cemetery restoration project
Oct 02, 2023

Kazeem and Krueger join Shapiro in announcing more than $360,000 in grant funding for healthy food in schools
Aug 17, 2023

Kinsey resolution urging Congress to end legal slavery passes Judiciary Committee
Jun 08, 2023

State Rep. Kazeem partners with homeownership groups to benefit Delaware County residents
Jun 07, 2023

Roundtable examines negative impact of selling public water systems
Apr 20, 2023

Kazeem: Nearly $3 million awarded in grants for infrastructure projects
Mar 16, 2023

‘Breath of fresh air’ Kazeem opens constituent office on Avenue of the States
Mar 15, 2023

Kazeem to hold press conference on educational funding ruling
Feb 13, 2023

Kazeem praises grants for local EMS and fire departments
Feb 09, 2023

Kazeem sworn in as state representative for Pennsylvania’s 159th District
Jan 04, 2023

McClinton applauds, welcomes newest members to House Democratic Caucus
Dec 08, 2022

Need help heating your home? Apply to LIHEAP this winter.
Dec 01, 2022