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Medicare 101

(Mar 07, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Learn the basics of Medicare from a PA MEDI counselor. This event will be held over Zoom. Registration is required. Call 610-534-6880 or email RepKrueger@pahouse.net. Read more

 

Unclaimed Property Search

(Mar 04, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

1 in 10 Pennsylvania residents has unclaimed property waiting for them. Do you? My office can help you find out! Call 610-534-6880 and we can help you search. Examples of unclaimed property include uncashed checks, lost stocks or bonds, closed bank accounts and more. Read more

 

Krueger to host unclaimed property search events

(Mar 04, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

FOLSOM, March 4 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, will host two days of unclaimed property searches this month at her Folsom and Brookhaven offices to help residents of the 161 st District claim what is rightfully theirs. The Pennsylvania Treasurer's Office is holding more than $4 billion in unclaimed property owed to one in 10 Pennsylvanians. Examples of unclaimed property include uncashed checks, lost stocks or bonds, closed bank accounts and more. The unclaimed property search events will be held on Tuesday, March 15 and Thursday, March 17. No appointments are needed. Residents can call 610-534-6880 and a staff member will help complete the search over the phone. "I encourage anyone who thinks they might have unclaimed property to give my office a call,” Krueger said. “We have held this event several times in the past and my office has helped connect many community members with money that belongs to them. If you receive a phone call, letter, or email from someone suggesting they can help you retrieve unclaimed property from the state for a fee, ignore it. My office can help you for free.” Anyone who wants more information may contact Krueger’s office at 610-534-6880. Read more

 

E-BLAST: Stand with Ukraine, Congressional Redistricting Update, Budget Hearings and more

(Mar 01, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

I’m praying for the people of Ukraine. The images we’re seeing are heartbreaking and this is a dark moment in human history. Read more

 

Now Open for Applications: Workforce Development, Substance Use Prevention, and Volunteer Fire Assistance Funding Opportunities

(Feb 22, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Funds (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who May Apply : Accredited state, county, or local Forensic Crime Laboratories or those laboratories that will achieve accreditation within two years of receiving an award. Use : To improve the quality and timeliness of forensic services with an emphasis on the opioid crisis throughout Pennsylvania. Funds : Grants up to $150,000. Application Deadline : April 5, 2022 More Information : Click on https://egrants.pccd.pa.gov/Public/OpenAnnouncements.aspx . Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry: Schools-to-Work Program (Funding Source: General Fund) Who May Apply : Any entity that is registered with the department as a pre-apprenticeship program or connected with a registered apprenticeship program. Use : To support the establishment or enhancement of a workforce development partnership between schools, employers, organizations, or associations to create employment and training pathways. Funds : Grants up to $250,000. Application Deadline : March 15, 2022 More Information : Click on https://www.dli.pa.gov/Businesses/Workforce-Development/grants/Pages/default.aspx . Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources: Volunteer Fire Assistance Program (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who May Apply : Local firefighting entities in rural Read more

 

E-BLAST: Budget Hearings, COVID Latest, Student Loan Relief for Nurses and more

(Feb 22, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Budget hearings are underway. Last week we heard from the Department of Community & Economic Development, Department of Corrections, Department of General Services/Office of Administration, Department of Revenue, Independent Fiscal Office and Department of Aging. Read more

 

Winter 2022 Newsletter

(Feb 16, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Our district lines are changing this year! Read more

 

E-BLAST: Help for emergency responders, COVID-19 resources and more

(Feb 15, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

We had a bipartisan victory for EMS workers on the frontlines last week when Governor Wolf enacted Act 10, which will deliver $25 million in funding to help our Ambulance and Rescue Squads. Earlier in the week, I voted yes, and this legislation passed unanimously in the state House. I am pleased to see us come together in a bipartisan manner to help EMS companies battle COVID-19. Read more

 

Krueger announces $192K in fire and EMS grants

(Feb 11, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

HARRISBURG, Feb. 10 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, announced today state grants awarded to support local fire and emergency medical service companies. “These brave men and women run toward dangerous and many times life-threatening situations to keep us safe, but many of our fire and EMS companies are short-staffed and underfunded,” said Krueger. “I’m pleased to see these vital organizations receive this state funding. It will help them continue to do their work and serve their communities.” The following local fire and rescue departments received a total of $192,173.86: Aston Township Fire Department: $30,000 (Fire) and $8,325.05 (EMS) Brookhaven Fire & Rescue Co: $12,848 (Fire) and $6,659.05 (EMS) Folsom Fire Company No 1: $15,000 Garden City Fire Company 1: $15,000 Holmes Fire Company Fire: $15,000 Milmont Fire Co No 1 Fire: $15,000 Morton Rutledge Fire Company Fire: $13,000 South Media Fire Company No 1 Fire: $14,834 Swarthmore Fire & Protective Assoc: $14,976 (Fire) and $8,206.76 (EMS) Woodlyn Volunteer Fire Company No 1: $15,000 (Fire) and $8,325.05 (EMS) Grants for the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services can be used for facility upgrades, equipment, debt reduction, training, education and public outreach, recruitment and Read more

 

E-BLAST: Budget Proposal, Redistricting Update, Covid-19 latest and more

(Feb 08, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Today, I was in the House chamber when Gov. Tom Wolf revealed his budget proposal for the next fiscal year. Read more

 

Now open for applications: Homeowner assistance, nonprofit security, Act 13, and clean energy funding opportunities

(Feb 07, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Learn about grant programs that are accepting applications. Read more

 

Medigap/Supplemental Plans Virtual Event

(Feb 02, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Medigap/Supplemental Plans Virtual Event Read more

 

E-BLAST: Funding for Nurses, Help for Crozer, Redistricting Update and More

(Feb 01, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Last week, we were able to get something good done in Harrisburg! I am happy to announce we’ve invested $225 million in federal COVID-19 funds where it will do the most good – helping nurses & health care workers here in Delaware County. Read more

 

Now open for applications: Violence prevention, economic development, and learning center funding opportunities

(Jan 31, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Read about the latest state grant programs open for applications. Read more

 

Krueger applauds $62,000 in state funding to keep schools safe

(Jan 25, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

HARRISBURG, Jan. 25 – State Rep. Leanne Krueger, D-Delaware, announced today the Pennsylvania Department of Education has awarded more than $62,000 in Safe Schools Targeted Grants to Wallingford-Swarthmore School District and Notre Dame de Lourdes School. “Keeping our students safe while they are at school is a top priority,” said Krueger. “Parents should not have to worry about the safety of their children when they send them to school. I’m proud to support grant programs like this one that help our schools invest in equipment and programs that will protect the lives of all students.” Wallingford-Swarthmore School District was awarded a $25,000 equipment grant. Notre Dame de Lourdes School will receive a $21,589 equipment grant and $15,856 program grant. The equipment grants can be used to assist schools in security planning. They can be used to purchase metal detectors, protective lighting, surveillance equipment, special emergency communications equipment, electronic locksets, deadbolts and theft control devices and training in the use of security-related technology. The program grants can be used to pay for programs that address school violence. More information about the Safe Schools Targeted Grants Initiative can be found here . Read more

 

E-BLAST: Redistricting Update, Patient Safety Act, SEPTA Key Senior ID and more

(Jan 25, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

I’m in Harrisburg this week for voting session. Read more

 

Now open for applications: Justice assistance, regional policing, and community conservation funding opportunities

(Jan 25, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

Read about the latest state grant programs open for applications. Read more

 

E-BLAST: COVID-19 Update, No Surprises Act, Chester Water Authority legislation and more

(Jan 19, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

We continue to see an increase in COVID-19 cases across Delaware County. The latest report for Delco is 3,058 new COVID-19 cases from Saturday, January 15th through today. Read more

 

Now open for applications: Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program; preservation planning; and substance abuse education and reduction grant opportunities

(Jan 19, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency: Substance Abuse Education and Demand Reduction Category 1 (Adult) Funds (Funding Source: SAEDR Fund) Who May Apply : Nonprofit organizations may partner with governmental entities, including school districts, provided the nonprofit organization is the applicant. Use : To support implementation strategies aimed at combating opioid/heroin overdoses in Pennsylvania communities. Funds : Grants up to $150,000 over a two-year project period. Application Deadline : February 24, 2022 More Information : Click on https://egrants.pccd.pa.gov/Public/OpenAnnouncements.aspx . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency: Substance Abuse Education and Demand Reduction Category 1 (Youth) Funds (Funding Source: SAEDR Fund) Who May Apply : Nonprofit organizations may partner with governmental entities, including school districts, provided the nonprofit organization is the applicant. Use : To serve youth with research-based or evidence-based approaches to prevention, intervention, training, treatment, and education services to reduce substance use or provide resources to assist families in accessing these services. Funds : Grants up to $150,000 over a two-year project period. Application Deadline : February 24, 2022 More Information : Click Read more

 

E-Blast: Legislative Updates, COVID-19 Resources, Homeowner Assistance and more

(Jan 12, 2022) Rep. Leanne Krueger

I’m back in voting session this week and we’re fighting a number of bad bills on the House floor. Read more

 

Medicare 101
Mar 07, 2022

Unclaimed Property Search
Mar 04, 2022

Krueger to host unclaimed property search events
Mar 04, 2022

E-BLAST: Stand with Ukraine, Congressional Redistricting Update, Budget Hearings and more
Mar 01, 2022

Now Open for Applications: Workforce Development, Substance Use Prevention, and Volunteer Fire Assistance Funding Opportunities
Feb 22, 2022

E-BLAST: Budget Hearings, COVID Latest, Student Loan Relief for Nurses and more
Feb 22, 2022

Winter 2022 Newsletter
Feb 16, 2022

E-BLAST: Help for emergency responders, COVID-19 resources and more
Feb 15, 2022

Krueger announces $192K in fire and EMS grants
Feb 11, 2022

E-BLAST: Budget Proposal, Redistricting Update, Covid-19 latest and more
Feb 08, 2022

Now open for applications: Homeowner assistance, nonprofit security, Act 13, and clean energy funding opportunities
Feb 07, 2022

Medigap/Supplemental Plans Virtual Event
Feb 02, 2022

E-BLAST: Funding for Nurses, Help for Crozer, Redistricting Update and More
Feb 01, 2022

Now open for applications: Violence prevention, economic development, and learning center funding opportunities
Jan 31, 2022

Krueger applauds $62,000 in state funding to keep schools safe
Jan 25, 2022

E-BLAST: Redistricting Update, Patient Safety Act, SEPTA Key Senior ID and more
Jan 25, 2022

Now open for applications: Justice assistance, regional policing, and community conservation funding opportunities
Jan 25, 2022

E-BLAST: COVID-19 Update, No Surprises Act, Chester Water Authority legislation and more
Jan 19, 2022

Now open for applications: Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program; preservation planning; and substance abuse education and reduction grant opportunities
Jan 19, 2022

E-Blast: Legislative Updates, COVID-19 Resources, Homeowner Assistance and more
Jan 12, 2022