Highmark Mann Center has been awarded a $250,000 state grant for operational support for its educational and cultural programming. Read more
Nursing mothers visiting the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex can now breastfeed or pump in a clean, safe, and accessible nursing station, thanks to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, the PA Department of General Services, and the Shapiro Administration. Read more
A new state grant of $400,000 will help address clothing insecurity and provide other basic needs for children living in poverty in the Greater Philadelphia area, according to state Reps. Jennifer O’Mara, chair of the House Democratic Caucus Southeast Delegation, and Napoleon Nelson, D-Montgomery, chair of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus. Read more
Standing alongside a powerful collection of portraits of gun-violence victims, legislators and advocates gathered in the state Capitol Monday to call for policies aimed at putting an end to the violence. Read more
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 28 – On Friday evening, New Leash on Life USA held a dog adoption event at Philadelphia Brewing Company which kicked off with state Rep. Joe Hohenstein presenting a $150,000 check to New Leash. New Leash on Life USA is a Pennsylvania-based non-profit organization that leverages the bond between humans and dogs to restore hope and healing to transform lives. The program rescues at-risk dogs and works with justice-involved individuals in both prison and community settings to create fresh starts. “The world is a better place when people get second chances. The same is true for our canine companions,” said Hohenstein, D-Phila. “I am proud to support New Leash on Life, which gives those second chances. Their programs provide skills, connection and dignity to people involved in the criminal justice system and dogs caught in shelters with no future in sight. The results speak for themselves as prisoners and pitbulls share the pursuit of happiness and community.” Marian Marchese, founder and CEO of New Leash on Life USA, expressed the organization’s gratitude to the legislators who fought for this funding. “New Leash on Life USA is extremely grateful for the Commonwealth's support of our innovative Prison Reentry Program at SCI Chester that leverages the power of the human-animal bond,” Marchese said. “Our participants and rescue dogs help each other Read more
$250K grant to address behavioral health workforce shortage Read more
The Salvation Army of Eastern Pennsylvania has been awarded a state grant of $250,000 to expand an effective program that helps victims of human trafficking. Read more
“In Harrisburg, I take my job as an advocate for Delaware County very seriously,” O’Mara said. “Our municipalities and authorities rely on state dollars like these to make local projects happen. They’re all worthwhile projects, and I’m thrilled to see our community benefit from this valuable state assistance.” Read more
School bus safety reminder and more Read more
State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware, announced today that a total of $80,000 in state grants has been awarded for two important projects benefitting a local healthcare program and outdoor recreation. Read more
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Rose Tree Media School District will receive $2,516,291 to realign Rose Tree Road as proposed in the PA352/US Route 1 project to enhance traffic throughout the area as local consideration of the new K-1 School continues, according to state Reps. Lisa Borowski (D-168th), Leanne Krueger (D-161st), and Jennifer O’Mara (D-165th). Read more
HARRISBURG, Aug. 10 — State Reps. Tarik Khan, D-Phila.; Robert Leadbeter, R-Columbia; Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware; Napoleon Nelson, D-Montgomery; and Nate Davidson, D-Cumberland/Dauphin, today announced plans to introduce bipartisan legislation establishing statewide privacy and accountability protections for automated license plate reader systems, including Flock Safety cameras.License plate readers are becoming increasingly common across Pennsylvania. While the technology can assist law enforcement in recovering stolen vehicles and solving crimes, its expansion raises important questions about personal information, privacy, and civil liberties. Reports from around the country have documented concerns about misuse, including instances in which individuals with authorized access allegedly used the data to stalk former partners, track acquaintances, or conduct searches for personal reasons. Read more
Helping seniors ride SEPTA for free Read more
The Delaware County House Delegation today released the following statement on the race-based threats received by Delaware County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara: Read more
Last week we passed a balanced, bipartisan budget along with other key legislation for Pennsylvanians, and I’m proud to report that one of the bills that was signed into law by Gov. Shapiro includes my proposal to require parental notification of bullying in schools. The measure will require schools to establish a procedure for investigating all alleged bullying and cyberbullying incidents and to immediately notify parents and legal guardians of any student involved after a bullying incident has been confirmed. Read more
“As a parent and a legislator, the School Bus Safety Grant Program is very important to me,” O’Mara said. “Programs such as this promote safety and help hold down our local school taxes. I’m very happy to see Wallingford-Swarthmore receiving this grant." Read more
Pennsylvania parents could soon be notified if their child is being bullied in school as legislation is headed for the Governor’s desk. Read more
A proposal championed by state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware, to require parental notification of bullying in schools is headed to Gov. Josh Shapiro for his signature after passing the General Assembly today. Read more
Pennsylvania is poised to become the 40th state to join the Interstate Counseling Compact, which enables counselors to practice across state lines. Read more
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