My office, above the Starbucks at Murray and Forward Aves., is open every weekday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Come visit us to learn more about the state services we provide.
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A Landmark Step for Reproductive Freedom
This week’s Commonwealth Court decision in Allegheny Reproductive Health Center v. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services marks a major victory for reproductive rights in Pennsylvania. The Court affirmed that reproductive autonomy is a fundamental right under our state Constitution and struck down the longstanding ban on using Medical Assistance funds for abortion care.
For decades, this policy denied coverage to those with the fewest resources, creating a clear inequity in access to care. By eliminating the ban, the Court affirmed that constitutional protections apply regardless of income and that denying coverage is discriminatory. This decision moves Pennsylvania closer to a more just and equitable health care system—one where individuals, not the government, make decisions about pregnancy and care.
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Community Events and Resources
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Bingo for Greenfield K-8 PTO
Friday, April 24, 5:30-8 p.m. | Spartan Community Center of Hazelwood
An evening of fun and community is coming to Hazelwood. Attendees can enjoy a full lineup of regular and special bingo games with cash prizes, along with raffles, a 50/50, and a concession stand with food and drinks available for purchase.
Bingo packets are $15 and include multiple boards for a full night of play, with additional boards available on site. Advance purchase is encouraged, and all children must attend with an adult.
Learn more and purchase packets here.
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Draft Party Flag Football at Magee Rec Center
Friday, April 24, 6–9 p.m. and Saturday, April 25, 12–3 p.m. | Magee Recreation Center
Friday evening features a flag football clinic, followed by flag football games on Saturday afternoon. No registration is required, just show up and join the fun.
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Greenfield Earth Day Community Clean-Up
Saturday, April 25 at 9:00 a.m. | Magee Recreation Center Parking Lot
Join the Greenfield Community Association for a neighborhood Earth Day clean-up. Volunteers will meet in the parking lot of the Magee Recreation Center before heading out to collect litter and recyclable materials from nearby streets, sidewalks, and green spaces.
The event is family-friendly and open to community members of all ages. Participants will also have an opportunity to connect with neighbors and enjoy light refreshments after the clean-up.
Learn more here.
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Arbor Day Celebration at Mellon Park
April 25, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Mellon Park
Friends of Mellon Park will host the sixth annual Arbor Day Celebration, marking the anniversary of Pittsburgh’s first public arboretum. This free, family-friendly festival will feature a petting zoo, kids’ fun run, live music from Allderdice High School’s marching band, guided tree walks, and hands-on art and nature activities. Attendees can also enjoy food trucks, coffee, and donuts while connecting with local environmental and community organizations.
Learn more here.
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Windchime Workshop at CLP Beechview
Saturday, April 25, 1–2 p.m. | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Ave.
Join the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse for a hands-on workshop using repurposed materials to create a custom windchime. Free and open to all ages.
Learn more here.
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Free Fair Housing Training for Landlords & Property Managers
Thursday, April 30, 1-5 p.m. | COhatch Shadyside, 5428 Walnut St.
Landlords and property managers operating in Pittsburgh are invited to attend a free, comprehensive training on federal and local fair housing laws. This session will cover key topics including reasonable accommodations and modifications for people with disabilities, occupancy policies for families with children, language access for tenants with limited English proficiency, protections based on sexual orientation and gender identity, tenant screening practices, and safeguards for survivors of domestic violence.
Learn more and register here.
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Adriana E. Ramírez Lecture: The Violence
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. | Carnegie Library Lecture Hall
Join Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures for a powerful conversation with Adriana E. Ramírez, author of The Violence. Through an intimate, multigenerational family story, Ramírez explores Colombia’s descent into civil war following the 1948 assassination of Jorge Eliécer Gaitán. Blending personal narrative with sweeping history, the discussion will examine the lasting impact of political and interpersonal violence on a country—and a family striving to remain whole. This event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required.
Learn more here.
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JFilm Festival: “Films with Chutzpah”
Thursday, April 30-Sunday, May 10
JFilm is Film Pittsburgh’s celebration of Jewish-themed independent feature films from around the globe. The festival features film screenings, Q&A panels, and “schmooze” events with other film enthusiasts.
Learn more and buy tickets here.
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2026 Primary Election, Tuesday, May 19th
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Polls open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Any voter in line by 8 p.m. is entitled to vote.
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Voter Reminders: State law requires each voter to return their own ballot. Ballots must be placed in the secrecy envelope — "naked" ballots will not be counted — and the envelope must not be marked in any way. The declaration envelope must be signed and dated, or the ballot cannot be counted.
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ID Requirements: All first-time voters and anyone voting at a new polling location must show ID. Acceptable forms of ID include a Pennsylvania driver's license, state ID, passport, or other government-issued photo ID. Voters who do not have an acceptable ID may cast a provisional ballot.
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Check Your Voter Registration: Registered voters can verify their registration through the Pennsylvania Department of State portal, which also provides Election Day polling locations, mail-in/absentee ballot status, and county Board of Elections contact information.
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Voting with a Criminal Conviction: Pennsylvania allows individuals with misdemeanor or felony convictions to vote, including those in jail or prison (misdemeanor), on house arrest, probation, parole, in a halfway house, or in pretrial detention. No action is needed to restore voting rights after completing a felony sentence. Some voters in these circumstances may need to request an absentee ballot.
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College Students: Students may register and vote at either their college or home address — but only one. Students registered at home may request a mail-in or absentee ballot sent to their campus address.
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Allegheny County Ballot Return Sites: Voters who applied for a mail-in or absentee ballot may return it in person to the Allegheny County Elections Division. Additional drop-off sites will open in the weeks before the election.
Elections Division | County Office Building | 542 Forbes Avenue, Room 312 | Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-350-4500 | Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
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Provisional Ballots: Voters whose registration cannot be verified at the polls or who do not have an acceptable ID may cast a provisional ballot. Provisional ballots are reviewed by the county Board of Elections after Election Day. Voters can check the status of their provisional ballot by calling 1-877-VOTESPA or tracking it online here.
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Pennsylvania State Capitol
152 Main Capitol Building
PO Box 202023
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 705-1875
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District Office
2345 Murray Avenue
Suite 205
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 422-1774
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