Young takes oath of office for new legislative term

Legislative priorities include economic relief & opportunity, public protections and more

Philadelphia House Delegation    January 7, 2025 | 4:56 PM

HARRISBURG, Jan. 7 – State Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, was sworn in to office today for the 2025-26 legislative session, launching her third term as the state representative for the 185th Legislative District in the PA House of Representatives. Young took the oath of office administered by PA Supreme Court Chief Justice Debra Todd in the House Chamber at the State Capitol in Harrisburg.

“Serving our communities in the 185th District continues to be the honor of my life,” said Young following the ceremony. “I’m excited to get back to work in Harrisburg and in our neighborhoods to improve public education for all, increase public safety and environmental justice for our communities, uplift the tourism and employment opportunities in our area, create more protections for our seniors and young people, and ensure economic development, relief, and investment for our families, organizations, and businesses which enrich Philadelphia and Delaware counties.”

 

Young has already reintroduced legislation from the previous session that were approved in the PA House related to child labor law enforcement, addressing human trafficking in the Commonwealth, and increasing the use of mechanical insulation. Young’s assignments to official standing committees are expected in the coming weeks as the House organizes its business for the upcoming legislative session.

The PA General Assembly is constitutionally required to meet at noon on the first Tuesday of January every year, with the full House of Representatives taking the oath of office every odd year. The 185th Legislative District is comprised of areas in South and Southwest Philadelphia, along with Tinicum Township and Colwyn Borough in Delaware County.