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

I hope you are well. I would like to share important information about my ongoing work. As always, please feel free to reach out to my office for help with any state-related issues. And don't forget, to stay informed, visit my official page. You also can check your preferences to make sure you're signed up for my emails. 

Para los lectores en español, lea una versión completa de este boletín electrónico en su idioma aquí. 

Espero que estén bien. Me gustaría compartir información importante sobre mi trabajo en curso. 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.

Happy Holidays! As we celebrate this festive season, I want to extend my warmest wishes to you and your loved ones for peace, joy, and happiness.

Please note that our office will be closed on December 24th and 25th to allow our team to enjoy the holidays with their families. We will reopen to assist you after the holiday.

Thank you for your continued support, and may your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments.

Join me on Sunday, December 22 from 5-7 p.m. at Washington Towers Banquet Hall, 50 N. 4th St. in Reading for Santa’s Workshop Holiday Fair! Let’s celebrate the holiday season together! Enjoy a magical evening filled with:

• Gifts & Prizes
• Free Food
• Holiday Crafts
• Fitness Activities
• Photos with Santa
• Blood Pressure Screenings

I look forward to seeing you! If you have any questions, please feel free to give my office a call at 484-577-2756!

I had the pleasure of attending the annual Tom Masano Holiday Luncheon, where staff and members of our community came together in fellowship to break bread and enjoy each other’s company. The Masano Family, who have been in business for over 75 years, continue to make a significant impact in our community. Their business, which includes an expansive car dealership and repair shop, is not only beautifully maintained and festive but also environmentally driven, reflecting their commitment to sustainability. The Masano Family’s dedication to giving back in numerous ways is truly inspiring, and their contributions help strengthen and uplift our community.

I recently had the honor of attending the Connections Work graduation ceremony, where I witnessed an incredible group of individuals celebrate their hard work and achievements. It was inspiring to see their dedication and perseverance as they reached this important milestone. I am so proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will continue to make in our community. Congratulations!

Open enrollment for Pennie is occurring now through January 15! Make sure you apply before it’s too late. Pennie is Pennsylvania’s health insurance marketplace that allows you to browse affordable health plans while receiving the lowest costs. Visit www.pennie.com for more information or call my office at 484-577-2756 to learn more!

The Yellow Dot Program alerts first responders to check your glove box for vital information in the event of an accident on the roads. Sign up below and PennDOT will mail you a Yellow Dot kit that you can fill out with vital information and place the related decal on your vehicle's rear window. 

Click here: https://www.pa.gov/services/penndot/sign-up-for-the-yellow-dot-safety-program.html 

I want to share a reminder that the 2024-25 LIHEAP application session is currently open through April 4, 2025. If you need help heating your home this winter, please visit the website below to learn more about the program and apply! 

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | Department of Human Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 

Heads up! The Property Tax/Rent Rebate application deadline is December 31! This program supports eligible homeowners and renters across Pennsylvania with a rebate ranging from $380 to $1,000.  

If you need assistance filling out the application, please call my office at 484-577-2756 to schedule an appointment or visit this website: https://www.pa.gov/en/agencies/revenue/incentives-credits-and-programs/ptrr.html  

One in 10 Pennsylvania residents has unclaimed property in his or her name in the PA Treasury. The vault is filled with financial assets -- including lost paychecks, abandoned bank accounts and more -- that have been misplaced but are being held by the Treasury for safekeeping. The state receives millions of dollars each year because of simple mistakes like a misspelled name or an out-of-date address.

You can claim your property online at www.PaTreasury.gov/UnclaimedProperty or by calling the Treasury at (800) 222-2046. Staff in my district office will happily assist you in searching the database for unclaimed property to which you may be entitled. There is no cost to search the state database to see if you have unclaimed property.

Please call (484) 577-2756 or email RepCepedaFreytiz@pahouse.net.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

104-A East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120

(717) 772-1858

District Office

1111 Penn Ave.
Wyomissing, PA 19610

(484) 577-2756