Dear Neighbor,

My office has received many emails this week from people concerned that a bill moving through the House, H.B. 2632, would take funding away from long-standing scholarship programs that help students attend private and parochial schools. I wanted to take a moment to clarify what this bill would actually do for Pennsylvania.

The Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program was established in 2001. Among its provisions, the program allows businesses to receive tax credits when they donate to eligible nonprofit educational organizations or scholarship-granting organizations. These scholarship organizations receive significant corporate donations to help support students attending eligible schools, and in return, the donating businesses receive tax benefits.

But any time a business receives a tax break, that break is made possible by your tax dollars. And as a taxpayer, you deserve to know how your money is being used.

Right now, Pennsylvania diverts $680 million in taxpayer funds each year to private school scholarship programs with very little transparency. We do not know which businesses are claiming the tax credits, which schools receive the funding, which students benefit from the scholarships, or whether the program is effectively serving low-income students. This bill addresses those transparency concerns. It does not eliminate a single scholarship for a disadvantaged student.

I appreciate all my constituents who have reached out to me about this bill, and I hope this explanation reassures you that my colleagues and I did not vote to reduce funding for the EITC program or eliminate it. Instead, this bill simply requests basic information that will help us evaluate the program and determine how we can best support and strengthen it moving forward.

Sincerely,

Pennsylvania State Rep. David M. Delloso

Yesterday, the National Weather Service issued an extreme heat watch for Delco from midday Wednesday (July 1) into Saturday evening (July 4). NWS said conditions will be dangerously hot, with heat index values up to 108 degrees, due to a high pressure system headed our way from the western part of the country.

Please follow the tips below to stay safe, and look out for your neighbors, friends, and family.

Earlier this month, my summer intern, Luke Broadhurst, spent the day with me and my staff at the Capitol. Luke is a rising senior at Penn State University, where he is majoring in political science. He recently completed a semester-long study abroad internship with Chris Hinchliff, MP, in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom Parliament.

After graduation, Luke plans to attend law school and pursue a career dedicated to public service and advocacy. Luke has been a fantastic asset to my district office, and I'm excited to see where his career takes him.

Holiday office hours

In observance of Independence Day, our office will be closed on Friday, July 3, and reopen on Monday, July 6.

Have a safe and enjoyable July 4 weekend!

P.S. - Whether or not fireworks are expected, they can cause distress for veterans with PTSD who experienced combat. If you are hosting an event that will include fireworks, you can take a few steps to support your guests who may be impacted by them.  

Hunting licenses are on sale now

General hunting licenses in Pennsylvania went on sale this week, while antlerless license sales also opened for residents.

Pennsylvania residents are guaranteed an antlerless deer license for any Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) if they purchase one before July 13, when the first round of sales opens to nonresidents. Hunters may purchase one antlerless license per round during the first three rounds of sales.

You can purchase licenses online at huntfish.pa.gov or in person at an issuing agent.

Norwood

Friday, July 3, 2026, Fireworks in the lower park at dusk, Parade: Saturday, July 4, 2026, The parade will feature the Woodland String band, Reading Buccaneer’s Drum and Bugle Corps, Amazing Cobras from Harlem, NYC, Mad Beatz Drum line, and the Romford Drum and Bugle Corps from Romford England! Civil War re-enactors, floats, motorcycles, cars, and firetrucks will also be parading. Park activities will begin immediately following the parade in Kugler Park. Park activities will begin immediately following the parade in Kugler Park.

• Date: 7/4/2026 at 8:30 AM
• Location: Mohawk Ave, Norwood (Map)

Sharon Hill

Parade and Fun Day - Starts on Garvin Blvd. Prizes for best decorated parade bikes followed by – music, games, fun attractions after the parade at Ramblers Football Field. 9 p.m. Fireworks - Academy Park High School (viewing from school parking lots) Academy Park High School - Sharon Hill Ramblers Football Field, 300 Calcon Hook Road, Sharon Hill, PA 19079 For more information please call 610-586-8200 or visit https://sharonhillboro.com/events/

• Date: 7/04/2026 from 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: 300 Calcon Hook Road, Sharon Hill (Map)
• More Info: Academy Park High School - Sharon Hill Ramblers Football Field

Ridley Park

Join us for our Fourth of July event. Back by popular demand, our annual parade and games followed by vendors and finishing the night with fireworks over our beautiful lake.

• Date: 7/4/2026 from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
• Location: 105 E. Ward St., Ridley Park

Prospect Park

After the parade, stick around for a fun-filled day featuring: Food, music, and entertainment, as well as special guests! Bring your friends, family, and patriotic spirit as we celebrate together! Parade starts on Baltimore and Holmes Aves.

• Date: 7/4/2026 at 8:30 AM
• Location: Baltimore Ave., Prospect Park

Rutledge

Parade begins at 10:30 at the Rutledge Borough Hall. Parade ends at Triangle Park with festivities, games and food items for purchase.

• Date: 7/4/2026 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Location: 212 Unity Terrace, Rutledge

Folcroft

Residents are invited to gather at Canon Park, across from Folcroft Library, at 1:30pm to watch the raising of the official America 250 flag. At 2 p.m., the Bell Tower will ring, and all attendees will have little bells to join in the fun. Water ice served afterward.

• Date: 7/4/2026 from 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
• Location: 1725 Delmar Drive, Folcroft
• More Info: Cannon Park across from Folcroft Library

Pennsylvania State Capitol

111 Irvis Office Building
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-6437

District Office

605 E. Chester Pike
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1002

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