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E-Blast: Budget Address, GO BIRDS, & more!

(Feb 07, 2025)

This week we heard Gov. Shapiro's budget address! The Governor outlined many great initiatives that my colleagues and I on the House Appropriations Committee look forward to including and improving when it’s time to put forward our budget in the summer! Read more

 

E-Blast: Lloyd's Law Update, Maternal Health Conferences, & more!

(Jan 31, 2025)

On Monday, I spoke at a joint press conference with the Women's Health Caucus and the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus. During these unprecedented times, we wanted to make sure we had our priorities laid out as we continue to fight for women and mothers everywhere to make their own decisions regarding their own health. Read more

 

Rep. Curry's Statement on recent federal actions

(Jan 31, 2025)

Today, we pause to honor the lives lost in the tragic plane and military helicopter crash in Washington, D.C. We grieve for the families who are now facing an unimaginable loss, and we hold in our hearts the service members, passengers, flight crew, and loved ones affected by this devastating tragedy. Their sacrifice and humanity will not be forgotten. May we find strength in our shared mourning and unity in our collective commitment to uphold the dignity of every life. Read more

 

Bipartisan ‘Meet Me in the Middle’ Caucus welcomes new session

(Jan 29, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 29 – In a renewed effort to continue fostering collaboration and bipartisanship, Reps. Jill Cooper, R-Westmoreland, Joe Hohenstein, D-Phila., Gina H. Curry, D-Delaware, and Jamie Flick, R-Lycoming/Union, are re-introducing the Bipartisan “Meet Me in the Middle” Caucus for the new 2025-26 legislative session. During the 2023-24 legislative session, the caucus’ activities included touring a senior center and hosting an information meeting on the dangers of pornography for children. Success was had with the passage and enactment of Act 52 of 2023, which makes it easier for school districts to host dual enrollment programs. The caucus’ purpose is to bring members from both parties together to listen to people, nonprofit organizations, civic groups and businesses across the commonwealth. By sitting down and listening to their stories and concerns, caucus members can then work collectively to address issues, find solutions and listen to one other's perspectives without straying from one’s core legislative beliefs. "Results matter. When constituents contact their legislator’s office with concerns, they are not interested in partisan explanations; they want to know what 'we' are doing," Cooper said. “As a freshman last session, having co-authored a bill (Act 52 of 2023) that made it through the legislative process was an incredible achievement, and that Read more

 

Curry announces $100,000 in CFA grants

(Jan 28, 2025)

"Veterans Park is a beautiful area in the center Lansdowne Borough," Curry stated. "Providing the people of Lansdowne with a place to reflect and honor our veterans helps bring the community together. I thank the Commonwealth Financing Authority and state Sen. Tim Kearney for securing the funding for the project so it my continue to evolve and grow." Read more

 

E-Blast: Session next week, Blood Drive recap, & more!

(Jan 24, 2025)

We're getting back to session next week! I am excited to get back to work with all of my colleagues, though these next few weeks will be difficult. We will be starting session without Rep. Matthew Gergely who passed away last week. Emotionally, it will be a tough week for all of us in the House.  Read more

 

SCORE Annual Business Forum and Resource Fair

(Jan 24, 2025)

I am partnering with SCORE to host a FREE Business Forum and Resource Fair! There will be free business mentoring services along with resources on: - New business development opportunities - Networking with other business owners - Funding sources Space is limited, so be sure to register through the link here . Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Jan 23, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Victims of Crime Act 2025-2027 Who May Apply: Agencies currently receiving federal Victims of Crime Act funding. Use: The federal VOCA guidelines classify eligible activities/costs into three categories: direct service costs, activities supporting direct services, and subrecipient administrative costs. The federal VOCA guidelines can be found in the Federal Register at: Victims of Crime Act Victim Assistance Program . Funds: This solicitation is for approximately $53.9 million in federal VOCA funds for the first year with year two amounts being determined at the November 2025 Victims Services Advisory Committee (VSCA) meeting. PCCD expects to fund approximately 157 grants. Applicants will be required to submit a continuation application for year two. Application Deadline: March 14, 2025 More information: PCCD Website Department of Health: WalkWorks Active Transportation Planning Program Who May Apply: Municipalities and metropolitan and rural planning organizations. Priority will be given to communities located in PA DOH State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN) priority counties or with an overall percentile rating above 60 in the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) PennEnviroScreen Tool. The 10 current SPAN target counties are: Clearfield, Erie, Fayette, Greene, Lawrence, Luzerne, Lycoming, Mercer, Northumberland, and Philadelphia. Use: Funds will be Read more

 

E-Blast: MLK Day, PTRR Open, & more!

(Jan 17, 2025)

I hope the new year has been happy and healthy for you and your families. These cold temperatures and snow showers show no signs of slowing. Team Curry is here to help! The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is still active! This program can help assist with your heating bills during these brutal winter months! Read more

 

Human Trafficking Awareness Month-Ebony Alert Conference

(Jan 16, 2025)

Rep. Carol Kazeem and I are speaking about our Ebony Alert Bill during Human Trafficking Awareness Month. To report human trafficking or get help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. You can also call the Black and Missing Foundation at 1-877-972-2634. Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Jan 16, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Education: Dual Credit Innovation Grant Program Who May Apply: Public institutions of higher education. Use: Funding may be used to offer college coursework to high school students enrolled in eligible school entities. Funds: $14 million in state funding was allocated through the 2024 School Code. Application Deadline: February 10, 2025 More information: PDE Website Department of Environmental Protection: Abandoned Mine Land and Abandoned Mine Draining Grant Program Who May Apply: An authority, incorporated nonprofit, political subdivision, or conservation district. Use: Funds may be used for abandoned mine land reclamation and abandoned mine drainage treatment or abatement. Funds: $75 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: April 25, 2025. Applicants must contact DEP ( ra-epamgrantprogram@pa.gov ) prior to applying for an initial project consultation. More information: DEP Website Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs: Integrated Health Solutions Who May Apply: Physical health care providers, hospitals, rural health centers, or federally qualified health clinics. Use: To promote full integration and collaboration in clinical practice between behavioral health care and primary physical health care. Funds: $3 million in funding is available from the Publicis Health Opioid Settlement. Application Deadline: January 24, 2025 More information: DDAP Website Read more

 

E-Blast: Swearing-In Day, Upcoming Blood Drive, & more!

(Jan 10, 2025)

This week I was honored to once again take the oath of office to serve the people of the 164th Legislative District! Team Curry accomplished a lot in the 2023-24 Legislative Session, and I am beyond excited to get to work this year. The PA Black Maternal Health Caucus made great strides with one bill of the PA MOMNIBUS making it to the Governor's desk and four others passing the House. We hope to improve and adapt these bills so that the PA MOMNIBUS can keep on moving! Read more

 

Community Blood Drive

(Jan 10, 2025)

State Sen. Tim Kearney and I are teaming up for another community blood drive! We're asking blood donors to come out on Wednesday, Jan 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community Center on 155 Lexington Ave in East Lansdowne. To register call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org and enter 'Senator Kearney' to schedule an appointment! Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Jan 08, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Education: Parent Pathways Grant Who May Apply: Postsecondary institutions that award an associate degree or higher and private licensed schools. Use: To provide funding to institutions to directly support parenting students through tuition assistance, emergency funding, and wrap-around services. Funds: $1.6 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: February 3, 2025 More information: PDE Website Historical & Museum Commission: Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program Who May Apply: Certified local governments, colleges and universities, conservancies, historic preservation organizations, historical societies, local governments, museums, religious institutions, and other historical organizations. Use: Applications may apply for one construction-related or planning-related grant (not both) for sites that are listed in or eligible to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Construction related grants are available for rehabilitation, preservation, and restoration activities for historic resources that are publicly accessible and under nonprofit or local government ownership. Planning related grants are available for planning and development initiatives that enhance historic preservation in communities. Please note, special consideration will be given to projects that promote the United States Semiquincentennial celebration in 2026 . Funds: Construction grants are available Read more

 

PHEAA: Understanding the Offer Letter and Balances

(Jan 08, 2025)

The Offer Letter, or Financing Plan, that you receive to provide an idea of the costs associated with attending post-secondary education can be confusing as each school formats their information differently. PHEAA, represented by Suzanne Sparrow, William McGinley and Daniel Wray of PA Forward and Keystone Loans will assist you, in this one-hour webinar, in understanding and navigating through the types of Aid that are listed, what you are being offered and identifying the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions. Q&A interaction is encouraged . Register through the link here. Read more

 

PHEAA: Financial Aid Timeline – Know what to do when

(Jan 08, 2025)

This one-hour presentation will provide the starting points and web resources for effective research before, during and after your student makes post-secondary decisions. The journey will begin before high school and end in the land of understanding choices. One thing is for certain – it is never too early to start planning for a successful higher education experience. Join Suzanne Sparrow, William McGinley, and Daniel Wray of PHEAA’s PA Forward and Keystone Loan programs as they guide you along the exciting, and sometimes bumpy, road to planning for an affordable education. Knowing what to expect and to plan for it is the key, as failing to plan, is planning to fail! Register through the link here . Read more

 

PHEAA: Advance Planning for Financing Higher Education

(Jan 08, 2025)

The thought of Higher Education costs can be overwhelming, however planning and identifying what you can do to help lessen those costs is an important step. It’s never too early or too late to start understanding what those costs are and what is available to help maintain, plan and help you make affordable decisions. Join Daniel Wray, Suzanne Sparrow, and William McGinley of PHEAA’s PA Forward and Keystone Student Loan programs in a one-hour webinar to begin that process and become prepared. Register thorugh the link here. Read more

 

PHEAA: Improve Your Credit – Get Your Loan

(Jan 08, 2025)

For most families, borrowing for education is part of the equation and can be confusing as families look for the best options to fit their needs. Join Daniel Wray, Suzanne Sparrow, and William McGinley of Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) for a 1-hour webinar to increase your financial literacy and knowledge on the process of credit, how to maintain or improve ratings and comparison points to help make informed and affordable education borrowing decisions. Register thorugh the link here. Read more

 

PHEAA: Searching for Scholarships and Affording the Balance

(Jan 08, 2025)

There are many ways to pay for education and one important step is to search and apply for Scholarships. More free money equals less borrowing. This presentation will review the types of options available, along with tips of applying. It will also offer samples of fun scholarship options to get you started. We will then review what to do about the balances that might be left over to make affordable higher education decisions. Join Suzanne Sparrow, Daniel Wray, and William McGinley from Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) for an hour of detailed information on this topic. Register through the link here. Read more

 

PHEAA: Borrowing for education – which loan is right for me?

(Jan 08, 2025)

I have found the schools I would like to attend, filed the FAFSA and State Grant Form, searched for Scholarships, researched higher education costs, and calculated the funding gap. I see that education loans are a necessity, but where do I go from here? What loan programs are available? What are the advantages and disadvantage of the various types? Join Suzanne Sparrow, Daniel Wray, and William McGinley of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) for a 1-hour webinar to review the different borrowing options and examine the details associated with each option. The PHEAA loan team will answer your questions as you sort out the information and make decisions that are right for you and your family. Register through the link here . Read more