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In our newsletter, you will find legislative information and updates from Upper Moreland, Lower Moreland, Bryn Athyn, Hatboro, and Abington, along with information about state-related programs and services.

We have some exciting events coming up around the district, so be sure to stay informed through my newsletter and social media. As always, feel free to call our office at 215-259-5962 for help with state services or send me an email at Repguenst@pahouse.net.

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Happy Thanksgiving! May your day be filled with love, gratitude, and delicious food. Cherish the moments with loved ones and reflect on all the blessings. Wishing you joy and happiness this holiday season!

Battle of the Bulge Commemoration Survey

The U.S. Department of Education released the 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, 10 days before its December 1st goal. The online FAFSA form is available to all students and families at fafsa.gov.

For more information on the new FAFSA form, click here.

In response to SEPTA's pressing financial crisis, Governor Shapiro announced Friday, at a press conference in Philadelphia, that PennDOT will be redirecting (referred to as flexing) $153 million of federal highway capital funds to SEPTA immediately. This action allows for continued service and for SEPTA to avoid immediate service cuts and delay more significant fare increases until July 1, 2025.

Although it will provide immediate relief, this is not a long-term solution. It does give the Legislature time to fully consider different proposals to fund mass transit and finally take necessary legislative action to address this critical need for the people of Pennsylvania.

LIHEAP provides cash grants to help PA families pay their heating bills. Both renters and homeowners are eligible for benefits, and you do not need to be on another public assistance program or have unpaid heating bills to qualify.

You must meet income requirements to qualify for LIHEAP.

You can either apply on COMPASS or through a paper application in our office. We are happy to assist in the process.

If applying in our office, you will need to bring in:

1. a recent bill (within 2 months from the application date) from your main heating source and 2.) Proof of household income for each household member. You will also need the Social Security number for each household member. Documents can include pay stubs, award letters, employer statements, or other forms of verification.

Stop by our office today for assistance in applying for the LIHEAP grant!

What a beautiful day to ring in the Holiday season! It was sunny but windy as we took our stroll down York Road, along with the Phillie Phanatic, Marching Bands, firetrucks from several communities, and floats from other organizations around the area. Santa and Mrs. Claus even made an appearance! I love seeing so many familiar faces and celebrating the holiday season with so many of you.

The Bridge Educational Foundation announced EITC scholarships to families in Montgomery County. I am pleased to announce that many families receiving these scholarships reside in our 152nd District. These funds were made possible through Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program. I was fortunate enough to meet one of the families who received these scholarships and speak to them about what this means to their families. It is always wonderful to see legislation at work - supporting families and communities in the district!

Our Mobile Office Hours at the Huntingdon Valley and Upper Moreland Libraries will be changed for December due to the Holidays. They will still be held from

10:30 am-12:30 pm.

In December - Huntingdon Valley Library Hours will be held on Thursday, December 19th and Upper Moreland Library Hours will be held on Friday, December 20th.

Please make note of the changes!

Our office will be hosting a Pet Meet & Greet event on Saturday, December 14th, which will include cats and dogs from Hart 2 Heart Animal Rescue and W.A.G.S Animal Rescue. This is your chance to meet a furry friend up for adoption and begin the application process – No pets will be adopted on the day of the event.

Leading up to the event, we will be accepting donations for our Pet Donation Drive, which will be given to the organizations on the day of the event to help keep their adoption sites filled with necessary items to run the shelters. Please see the flyer for requested donations. The drive will run through the event.

Thank you in advance for any donation you can spare! And we look forward to seeing you in December!

Please join me and my staff on Friday, December 6th from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm for our Annual Holiday Open House. Please stop by after the Hatboro Christmas Tree Lighting – which will take place at 6 pm at the Union Library of Hatboro - and join us for conversation and light refreshments! Meet my staff and learn how we can help!

The “Inspire and Empower” drive is accepting new arts and crafts supplies as well as educational and sensory toys to be distributed this holiday season to child survivors of sexual abuse and other violent crimes. The holidays can be a difficult time for trauma survivors, but the outpouring of the community’s generosity and support provides light and joy to children and their families.

We will be partnering with the Prothonotary’s Office and the Victims Service Center, to run this special Holiday Drive. Our office will serve as a collection site so please feel free to drop donations at your convenience during our open business hours of 9 am-4 pm Monday-Friday. (We are closed from 1 pm-2 pm on Tuesday for a Staff Meeting.)

Thank you in advance for supporting this important cause.

Having trouble making it into the office? We offer mobile office hours at the Huntingdon Valley Library every 4th Thursday of the month and at the Upper Moreland Library every 4th Friday of the month. Both sessions will be 10:30 am-12:30 pm. Stop by and see us for assistance with any issues!

We are proud to offer Veterans Service Hours every second Thursday to assist Veterans with a variety of issues – including but not limited to Compensation and Pension Claims, Education Benefits, State Benefits, and Burial and Survivor Benefits. A department service officer will be onsite. Reach out to our office at 215-259-5962 to make a one-hour appointment. We currently are booking into December, so call to make your appointment today!

Pennsylvania State Capitol

105-B East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 705-2044

District Office

19 S. York Rd.
Hatboro, PA 19040

(215) 259-5962