Last week, House Democrats made progress on the state budget, but we need more agreement in Harrisburg to finalize it. The House approved a compromise state budget plan, a scaled-back version of Gov. Shapiro’s budget proposal, and sent it to the GOP-controlled Senate. Despite scaling back some lines in the governor’s budget, the House budget still adds money for schools and other critical programs without raising taxes. This is in addition to the transit funding bill that was sent to the Senate in June. Read more
This week, PA House Democrats and Gov. Josh Shapiro continued to push for more money for schools and SEPTA in this year’s state budget, but I know that many of you have been focused on what’s happening in Washington, D.C. I share the concerns of many Delaware County residents worried about the effect of federal cuts to Medicaid and SNAP and changes to student loan programs. In Delco, approximately 127,000 people are enrolled in Medicaid, and 76,000 people receive SNAP benefits. Read more
Last week, the House passed Gov. Shapiro’s plan to send much-needed additional money to SEPTA and other public transit agencies—as well road and bridge projects across Pennsylvania. HB 1364 reallocates $300 million for mass transit statewide from existing state sales tax revenue and sets aside $500 million to repay new state bonds for road and bridge construction. This legislation does not create any new taxes and would also form the Transportation Funding Advisory Commission to produce a comprehensive, strategic funding proposal by January 1 of 2026. This is now the fourth time the PA House has passed legislation to help our mass transit funding crisis – the last three times saw no action by the Senate. Read more
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Under the legislation, students at out-of-state schools would be able to continue seeing their trusted counselor, and hard-working Pennsylvanians traveling for business or working across state lines would have access to virtual sessions that fit their schedules. Read more
With today being the second to last day of Mental Health Awareness Month, I wanted to touch on the importance of accessible mental health care. Every 11 minutes, someone in America dies from suicide. If this crisis continues going unchecked, people will continue losing loved ones to deaths that are preventable. Read more
Veterans: How to apply for a vehicle registration fee waiver A new state program allows Severely Disabled Veterans to forgo the fees for titling or registering one vehicle. The qualifying vehicle must be a passenger vehicle or truck with a registered weight of 9,000 pounds or less. To qualify, a veteran must have a 100% service-connected disability that has been certified by a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office Administrator. These disabilities include: Lost a limb or eye or became partially paralyzed while serving; Was captured by the enemy in any armed conflict for which the U.S. Dept. of Defense authorizes a campaign medal, or; Has been awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor or the Purple Heart. To apply, you must fill out this form: MV-371DV- Supplemental Application for Free or Reduced Registration Rates for Veterans Here are further instructions for filling out the form based on your type of disability: Box 1. Disabled Veteran Sections A, B and D need to be completed. Need copy of their DD-214 or one of the following: Promulgation, Award Letter, Single Notifications Letter or Summary of Benefits Letter that indicates I have a service-connected disability. Box 2. Have a Service-Connected Disability certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Sections A, C, and D need to be completed. Section C needs to be signed by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office Administration. Box 3. Read more
I’ve been working for years in Harrisburg to erode the mental health stigma as well as ensure that first responders have the tools that they need to effectively do their jobs. Last year, my efforts paid off when Gov. Josh Shapiro signed my measure into law – Act 121 of 2024 – to change the Workers’ Compensation law to cover Post-Traumatic Stress Injury for first responders. Read more
Crozer Hospital will close today, May 2, and I know that leaves residents, patients and staff with many unanswered questions. I hope the information below is helpful; whether you’re looking for a new job, to obtain your medical records, need mental health services or need assistance with a related issue. Read more
Prospect is willfully closing Crozer Health after state and local officials, regional health systems, and philanthropic partners exhausted their ability and financial resources to salvage the hospital system. Read more
Please note that my office will be closed tomorrow in observance of Good Friday. We’ll resume normal business hours on Monday, April 21 and will respond to all calls and emails received over the extended weekend at that time. Read more
In a Harrisburg committee meeting last week, one of my male colleagues said I didn’t have the “experience” to advance my Equal Pay bill with Rep. Melissa Shusterman. I corrected the record and shared why I will always fight for women and working families across Pennsylvania. Read more
“House Bill 410 eases the burden of renewal for those with persistent health conditions and military families, allowing them to maintain their licenses or IDs from home and continue their daily lives without interruption,” O'Mara said. Read more
My family is beyond excited to share that we’re expecting a new addition this August! With this being my second pregnancy, I'm reminded of a crucial lesson learned from Katherine's birth – the need for paid family leave. Read more
“The reality is that for working mothers, a hard day's work doesn't guarantee a fair day's pay. The gender wage gap, where mothers earn just 73 cents to a father's dollar, isn't just a women's issue – it's a family issue,” said state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware. “Couple this pay discrepancy with soaring child care costs; this robs women of economic opportunity and forces them into difficult choices between their career and caregiving.” Read more
On Thursday, Prospect Medical Holdings took the shameful action of moving to close the Crozer Healthcare System through bankruptcy court. Read more
The House Energy Committee held a public hearing Thursday to consider H.B. 660, introduced by state Reps. Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware; and Rep. Thomas Mehaffie, R-Dauphin. The Appliance Energy Efficiency Standards bill sets energy efficiency and water conservation standards for the sale of some new appliances sold in Pennsylvania, ensuring they use no more energy or water than necessary. Products included in the legislation include commercial dishwashers, commercial ovens, commercial fryers, faucets, and gas fireplaces. Read more
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As you might have heard, Gov. Josh Shapiro has taken decisive action by filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the federal funding freeze. Read more
“Our local fire companies are the backbone of community safety, and this funding ensures they have the resources needed to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations,” O’Mara said. Read more
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