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2026 Summer Newsletter

(Aug 20, 2026)

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Rose Tree Media School District selected to receive $2.5 million state grant award for transportation project

(Aug 18, 2026)

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

 

Khan and Colleagues Announce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Pennsylvanians from Misuse of Flock and License Plate Reader Data

(Aug 10, 2026)

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

(Aug 08, 2026)

Helping seniors ride SEPTA for free Read more

 

Delaware County legislators’ statement on threats to Sheriff Kamara

(Jul 29, 2026)

The Delaware County House Delegation today released the following statement on the race-based threats received by Delaware County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara: Read more

 

My proposal for parental notification of school bullying is now law

(Jul 28, 2026)

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

 

Delco lawmakers announce school bus safety grant for Wallingford-Swarthmore

(Jul 22, 2026)

“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

 

Bill requiring parental notification of bullying heads to Governor’s desk

(Jul 13, 2026)

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

 

O’Mara proposal to require parental notification of bullying passes General Assembly

(Jul 12, 2026)

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

 

Access to therapy is about to get easier for Pennsylvania residents who travel out of state

(Jul 11, 2026)

Pennsylvania is poised to become the 40th state to join the Interstate Counseling Compact, which enables counselors to practice across state lines. Read more

 

Our efforts to expand access to mental health treatment in PA

(Jul 11, 2026)

Interstate Counseling Compact bill heading to governor's desk Read more

 

O’Mara applauds passage of bill to provide greater access to mental health treatment

(Jun 30, 2026)

State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware, a leading advocate of providing greater access to mental health services, today applauded passage of a bill to allow Pennsylvania to join a national compact that helps get mental health treatment to more people in need. Read more

 

Holding data centers accountable and setting the record straight on the EITC

(Jun 27, 2026)

Holding data centers accountable and setting the record straight on the EITC Read more

 

My PARENT Act has passed the House

(Jun 13, 2026)

PARENT Act has passed the House Read more

 

House approves O’Mara bill to protect rights to fertility treatments in PA

(Jun 09, 2026)

The state House today approved on a bipartisan vote a bill sponsored by state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware, to protect prospective parents’ rights to fertility treatments in Pennsylvania. Read more

 

Veterans now have designated parking spots at Pennsylvania Turnpike plazas

(May 20, 2026)

Veterans parking spaces at turnpike plazas Read more

 

O’Mara, PA Turnpike announce courtesy parking spots for veterans

(May 18, 2026)

State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware, today joined officials from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the Pennsylvania American Legion to unveil dedicated parking spaces for veterans at turnpike service plazas. Read more

 

Advocating for paid family leave and protections for fertility treatments

(May 15, 2026)

Advocating for paid family leave and protections for fertility treatments Read more

 

O’Mara: Flowers aren’t enough on Mother’s Day

(May 06, 2026)

Mothers need more than flowers for Mother’s Day; they need policies in place that will make life easier for working families and prospective parents. Read more

 

May 1 Email: My bill to require parental notification of school bullying has passed the House

(May 02, 2026)

As a parent and a legislator, I’m proud to report that the House this week approved my bipartisan bill aimed at protecting children and addressing the youth mental health crisis. House Bill 830 would require schools to notify parents and legal guardians when their child is involved in or experiences bullying. Read more

 

2026 Summer Newsletter
Aug 20, 2026

Rose Tree Media School District selected to receive $2.5 million state grant award for transportation project
Aug 18, 2026

Khan and Colleagues Announce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Pennsylvanians from Misuse of Flock and License Plate Reader Data
Aug 10, 2026

Helping seniors ride SEPTA for free
Aug 08, 2026

Delaware County legislators’ statement on threats to Sheriff Kamara
Jul 29, 2026

My proposal for parental notification of school bullying is now law
Jul 28, 2026

Delco lawmakers announce school bus safety grant for Wallingford-Swarthmore
Jul 22, 2026

Bill requiring parental notification of bullying heads to Governor’s desk
Jul 13, 2026

O’Mara proposal to require parental notification of bullying passes General Assembly
Jul 12, 2026

Access to therapy is about to get easier for Pennsylvania residents who travel out of state
Jul 11, 2026

Our efforts to expand access to mental health treatment in PA
Jul 11, 2026

O’Mara applauds passage of bill to provide greater access to mental health treatment
Jun 30, 2026

Holding data centers accountable and setting the record straight on the EITC
Jun 27, 2026

My PARENT Act has passed the House
Jun 13, 2026

House approves O’Mara bill to protect rights to fertility treatments in PA
Jun 09, 2026

Veterans now have designated parking spots at Pennsylvania Turnpike plazas
May 20, 2026

O’Mara, PA Turnpike announce courtesy parking spots for veterans
May 18, 2026

Advocating for paid family leave and protections for fertility treatments
May 15, 2026

O’Mara: Flowers aren’t enough on Mother’s Day
May 06, 2026

May 1 Email: My bill to require parental notification of school bullying has passed the House
May 02, 2026