Includes: Honoring a true hero from Abington ... Continued pursuit of social justice ... COVID-19 timeline and resources ... Ways to give back to the community ... Education during a pandemic ... Ways my district office can assist Read more
Stepping away from the ongoing pandemic for a moment, I wanted to highlight a much smaller terror in this week’s email: the spotted lanternfly. Read more
As the pandemic drags on, summer flies by and parents are faced with decisions for fall schooling, I hope it can be of some comfort to know that we are all in this together and that, in a situation like this, there is no wrong way to go about it. Read more
As the positive case counts continue to steadily rise again throughout Pennsylvania, it’s appropriate to address the resurgence that data shows is especially prevalent among younger people, particularly those being careless about adhering to guidance and safety precautions. Read more
With the start of the 2020-21 academic year around the corner, school administrators, teachers, legislators, epidemiologists and parents are still trying to figure out what’s best for kids and faculty. There are no easy answers. Read more
"I applaud this important recognition of our frontline workers and will continue to fight for fair compensation and safety in the workplace for all Pennsylvanians.” Read more
One factor of living through a pandemic is there is never a shortage of news.This week was no different, with Governor Wolf announcing targeted mitigation efforts in response to recent COVID-19 increases, hazard pay being granted to front-line workers in life-sustaining industries, and two police reform bills being signed into law. Read more
The depth at which the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our lives is impossible to measure. It’s affected our health – both physical and mental – as well as our economy. It’s changed the way we think, the ways we learn and teach, the ways we unwind and relax, the ways we love and connect. Read more
Over this unique Fourth of July holiday weekend, instead of the parades and fireworks shows that were cancelled by the pandemic, let’s take time to remember the values that this country was founded upon, the hard-fought battles it took to get us here, and the never-ending work that lies ahead and will always be present as we strive for true freedom and justice. Read more
Today, our county officially moved to the “green phase” in Governor Tom Wolf’s multi-phased reopening plan. Read more
Applications are expected to be available June 30 for a new program aimed at providing critical funding to local businesses hurt by the coronavirus. Read more
“These bills, I'm proud to say, passed unanimously today and should soon become law. It was a great day to be a state representative, and please know that I will continue to work with colleagues from both sides of the aisle to ensure that all citizens of this great state are treated fairly and equally. There is much work that still needs to be done.” Read more
Black people across the country have celebrated the anniversary for more than 140 years, making it the oldest African American holiday observance in the U.S. Read more
Growth isn’t simply physical. It’s mental. It’s emotional. It’s logical. It’s essential. We must always be willing to learn, willing to improve ourselves. That goes for the individual and for the collective. It’s crucial for our society, for our country. Read more
Proposed in late May and officially filed this week, H.B. 2586 would give local governments and authorities the ability to delay the expiration of existing permits issued before a disaster declaration took effect. Read more
HARRISBURG, June 10 – The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency awarded two Montgomery County programs a total of $247,007 to meet the needs of Montgomery County children and parents affected by domestic violence, substance abuse and crime. Family Services of Montgomery County, in partnership with the Montgomery County Reentry Initiative, was awarded $147,010 in Violence and Delinquency Prevention Program funding to expand the Positive Parenting Program helping parents who are recently released from incarceration. Montgomery County Children’s Advocacy Center’s Mission Kids program will receive $99,997 to continue family advocacy work, particularly to accompany children to medical evaluations court appearances. “In addition to providing direct support to returning parents, this money also supports a key position at Mission Kids,” said state Rep. Steve Malagari, D-Montgomery. “With the increased demands for these services, Mission Kids needs a family advocate who can appropriately support the needs of our communities.” "In my role as a state representative – specifically with regard to my position on the Children and Youth Committee – and most importantly in my role as a parent, the safety and wellness of children and families will always be my top priority,” said state Rep. Ben Sanchez, D-Montgomery. “That is why I am grateful for this opportunity to improve Read more
Black Lives Matter. Black Americans Matter. Black Children Matter. Black Ideas Matter. Black Opinions Matter. Read more
From COVID-19 exposure at the Capitol to a senseless killing in Minnesota, and passing a stop-gap budget, it's been a tough week. Read more
This news today means we’re on the right path. If we refrain from rushing too quickly into life from our not-so-distant memories, and instead embrace the cautious approach to the new world, our society can emerge this better than when we went into it. Read more
This week, Governor Wolf reminded all of us why it is so important to “stay the course,” Attorney General Shapiro announced he’s taking a look into issues at nursing homes, and hospitals in our area began receiving a new drug to help combat COVID-19. Read more
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