New District Office Director, Reduced Retired Registration Changes, and more…

Rep. Nancy Guenst January 7, 2025

Hello Neighbor,

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 New Year! Our office will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 7 for the Legislature’s Swearing-In Ceremony in Harrisburg. We will re-open on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 9 a.m.

Reduced Retired Registration Income Limit Increase

The annual income-eligibility threshold for a retired Pennsylvanian to qualify for a reduced vehicle registration fee has been increased, allowing more people to be eligible for this benefit. If your annual income is $29,906, you are retired, and you are receiving Social Security or other pension payments - you can qualify for the current $11 reduced rate registration fee.

For assistance with this process, please stop by my office or give the office a call at

215-259-5962.

Financial Aid Information for Students and Families

The 2025-26 FAFSA Application is Now Open

The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is now available. Students and families can access the form on StudentAid.gov. Families should create their StudentAid.gov account prior to completing the FAFSA.

Do you have a student enrolling in a higher education institution for the 2025-26 school year? You should consider applying for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to see what financial aid you are eligible for.

PA Forward Bridges Tuition Gaps

After the holidays, seniors will focus on their final high school term and begin preparing for college by filing the FAFSA. PHEAA’s PA Forward Student Loan Program can help them pay for college next fall by covering tuition gaps that federal aid doesn’t pay for. PA Forward offers great benefits like competitive rates, no fees, and multiple repayment options for PA residents attending school in or out of state. Have your students visit PA Forward Private Student Loan Program for more information.

Happy New Year

I hope each of you had a great holiday and that 2025 is filled with health, happiness, and love. I rang in the New Year with Rep. Melissa Cerrato, Hatboro Councilman Alex Myers, Judge Todd Stephens, Leza Perkins, and Rafia Razzak.

Welcoming Our New District Office Director, Megan Griffin-Shelley

My current District Office Director, Leo Greenberry, has taken another position at Rep. Brian Munroe’s office in Bucks County. We wish him the best of luck with his new position and thank him for all he has done to make the office grow and thrive over the past three years.

Megan Griffin-Shelley has been appointed as the new District Office Director (DOD). Many of you have already met Megan, as she has been an integral part of our office for the last year. She brings four years of experience to the job, and I have full confidence that she will excel as our new DOD.

Best wishes to Leo! Welcome, Megan!

Vietnam War Memorial Replica Coming to Montgomery County

A massive, traveling, scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC will visit Montgomery County this Summer. Windlestrae Park, in North Wales, will host “The Wall That Heals” from July 10 to July 13.

The president of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, Jim Knotts, is excited for this opportunity that will allow local veterans and their families a chance to experience The Wall.

The three-quarter scale replica memorial will be open 24 hours a day and will be free to the public.

Make a note of the dates now, so that you don’t miss this incredible experience over the Summer.

SEPTA Senior, Reduced Fare, Paratransit, and Student Card Issues

SEPTA is experiencing a fare card processing issue that is causing some Senior, Reduced Fare, Paratransit, and Student cards to be declined at turnstiles, bus fareboxes, and Regional Rail readers.

While they are working on a resolution, all staff have been instructed to allow impacted cardholders to continue riding without disruption.

This does not affect riders who use standard SEPTA Key Cards or contactless payments.

All SEPTA frontline personnel are aware of the problem and ready to assist customers as they work through the issue.

Mobile Office Hours

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

Veterans Service Hours

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. Call to make your appointment today!