This Thursday was National Slam The Scam Day! Unfortunately, scammers are constantly inventing new, sophisticated ways to steal money and personal information. Read more
State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is introducing legislation with Rep. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, to help parents and caregivers in the commonwealth. Read more
State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is praising Gov. Josh Shapiro for the budget address he delivered to the state House and Senate on Tuesday. Shusterman said the governor discussed numerous areas where Pennsylvania can better serve its people. Key points included expanding eligibility and nearly doubling rebates for seniors and people with disabilities under the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, investments in developing Pennsylvania’s work force, universal free breakfast for students, and a $100 million investment in mental health resources throughout the commonwealth. Read more
Listen to Former Speaker of the House Mark Rozzi talk about how important a window to justice is for survivors of childhood sexual assault. Read more
Protect Yourself! - Scams Prevention Townhall with Rep. Shusterman: Know what to do if you believe you're a victim of a scam, with the following information . Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 28 – Today state Rep. Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, was elected the first woman to serve as speaker of the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives in the chamber’s near 250-year history. During remarks in the House chamber, McClinton acknowledged the history being made and her commitment to bipartisanship. She thanked her colleagues for their support. “In my career, I’ve been blessed to achieve other ‘firsts’ in this chamber, and I am equally honored to serve as this historic body’s first woman speaker,” McClinton said. “I stand before you today, humbled and honored to be elected your speaker, and most importantly, my election today makes me more hopeful about the future of our commonwealth and our communities. “I’m confident if we collaborate rather than criticize, debate rather than disparage and replace shortsighted political gain with sincere cooperation - this body can do better - and will do better. Today can be our fresh start. Each of us is here because our neighbors have placed their trust in us. And that collective trust is what empowers us to act in the interest of our communities and to advance Pennsylvania for the common good.” McClinton , who was first elected in 2015, represents communities in west and southwest Philadelphia and Yeadon and Darby boroughs in Delaware County. Before being elected, she served as assistant public defender for seven Read more
THIS THURSDAY join me, senior advocates, legal and banking industry experts, and local police for an information-packed town hall on detecting and avoiding financial scams. Read more
State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is inviting area residents to attend a virtual scam-prevention town hall at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23. Read more
Protect yourself! Join me, senior advocates, legal and banking industry experts, and local police for an information-packed town hall on detecting and avoiding financial scams. Read more
Several local fire departments and emergency medical service providers have been awarded grants from Pennsylvania’s Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, state Rep. Melissa Shusterman announced today. Read more
On January 3rd, I was sworn in for my third term in the General Assembly representing the 157th District. It would not have been possible without your continued support! I am excited to get back to work for our communities and to pass legislation that puts hardworking Pennsylvanians first! Read more
HARRISBURG, Jan. 3 -- State Rep. Melissa Shusterman took the oath of office in the state Capitol today to begin another term representing the 157 th Legislative District. The noon swearing-in ceremony marked the beginning of the 2023-24 legislative session of the Pennsylvania House. During this session, Shusterman will serve as deputy vice chair of the House Democratic Policy Committee; other committee assignments have yet to be announced. Shusterman said she will prioritize women’s health care, government transparency, infrastructure deficiencies, investing in public schools and strengthening protections for the environment. “For the first time in more than a decade, the PA House has a real opportunity to address the inequities and deficiencies we see across the commonwealth,” said Shusterman, D-Chester. “I am eager to get to work to pass commonsense legislation that meets the needs of my constituents. I am honored to have another chance to represent the residents of the 157 th Legislative District.” Shusterman said her office can help with a variety of state-related services, including home heating assistance, children’s health insurance, prescription drug and property tax/rent rebate assistance. Residents can find out more by going to RepShusterman.com . Court of Common Pleas Judge John McNally administered the oath of office. This year marks Pennsylvania’s 207 th Read more
HARRISBURG, Dec. 13 – The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission has awarded more than $44,000 in state grants to historical societies and museums across Chester County, state Rep. Melissa Shusterman announced today. The grants fund projects designed to improve the preservation and accessibility of historically significant records maintained by local governments, historical societies and academic institutions. Awarded were: Chester County Historical Society - $16,956. Historic Yellow Springs - $10,454. Wharton Esherick Museum - $7,789. Graystone Society Inc. - $6,231. Historic Sugartown Inc. - $4,000. “Congratulations to all of the recipients who advocated for this statewide funding,” said Shusterman, D-Chester. “Not only do the awards reflect highly on the organizations themselves, but the investment also greatly benefits residents all across the county, because our shared cultural heritage is something we all know is precious. “Tourism created by these historic sites is a lifeblood for our communities and significant for all of Pennsylvania. Thank you to the Wolf administration for recognizing our region as a premier place to invest.” All told, PHMC awarded almost $2 million in Cultural and Historical Support Grants to 161 eligible museums and official county historical societies from 56 Pennsylvania counties. In addition, PHMC awarded $200,000 in Historical and Read more
In observance of the upcoming winter holidays, my district office will have virtual office hours on Thursday, Dec. 22. It will be closed for services on Friday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 26, It will reopen Tuesday, Dec. 27. Read more
State Rep. Ryan Bizzarro, chairman of the House Democratic Policy Committee, announced new vice chairs, as well as two new subcommittee chairs. Read more
STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency/Pennsylvania Department of Human Services: Pennsylvania Academic and Career/Technical Training Innovative Solicitation (Funding Source: Justice Reinvestment Fund) Who May Apply : Existing PACTT Affiliates. Use : To improve services for delinquent youth receiving academic and career/technical training services. Funds : Awards up to $75,000 for 24-month projects. Application Deadline : December 23, 2022 More Information : Click on https://egrants.pccd.pa.gov/Public/OpenAnnouncements.aspx . Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission: Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Pumpout Grant Program (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who May Apply : Local governmental entities and private businesses that own and operate boating facilities. Use : To fund the construction, renovation, and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations to service pleasure boats. Funds : Reimburse up to 75% of the installation cost of pumpout and dump stations. Application Deadline : December 30, 2022 More Information : Click on https://www.fishandboat.com/Transact/Grants/Pages/PumpoutGrantProgram.aspx . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2022-23 School Safety and Security Training and Technical Assistance Program Read more
The NEW legislative session in Pennsylvania began this week; this also means that new district boundaries -- determined by the 2020 Census -- are now in effect. Read more
PAOLI, Nov. 21-- State Rep. Melissa Shusterman is pleased to announce Delaware Valley Friends Schoo l , located in the 157 th Legislative District, has been awarded $2.5 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program funds. Phase One of the expansion and renovation project will include sitework, extensive stormwater management systems, a new building addition with more classrooms and offices, a new accessible school entrance, an outdoor café courtyard, renovations to the current cafeteria, and a full-size kitchen. “These improvements will help the Delaware Valley Friends School meet the needs of a growing student body,” said Shusterman, D-Chester/Montgomery. “As co-chair of the House Autism and Intellectual Disability Caucus, and as a person who could have benefited from a unique approach to learning, I know how important it is to have a school that addresses the needs of kids who learn differently. I am proud to have this school right here in our district and I’m happy I was able to assist in securing this funding.” Head of School Kirk Smothers commented, “DVFriends is tremendously grateful to Representative Melissa Shusterman and Senator Carolyn Comitta for recognizing the school's important mission and helping to secure a $2.5M RACP grant. The funds will enable the school to continue its trajectory of growth and serve even more students Read more
STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry: Pennsylvania Nursing Pathway Apprenticeship Industry Partnership (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who May Apply : Pennsylvania local workforce development boards. Use : To support the convening of Nursing Pathway Apprenticeship Industry Partnerships in lower moderate-income communities and guide the development and registration of healthcare apprenticeship programs, with emphasis on nursing occupations, through group sponsorships. Funds : Up to $260,000. Application Deadline : November 30, 2022 More Information : Click on https://www.dli.pa.gov/Businesses/Workforce-Development/grants/Documents/Nurse-Pathway-IP/Nursing%20Pathway%20Apprenticeship%20IP%20NGA%20FINAL.pdf . Pennsylvania Department of Human Services: Work Force Support Grant (WFSG) 2.0 (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who May Apply : Eligible DHS certified childcare providers. Use : To provide funding to eligible DHS certified childcare providers (providers) for staff retention and staff recruitment purposes. Funds : Variable depending on staff levels. Application Deadline : December 6, 2022 More Information : Click on https://www.pakeys.org/workforcesupportgrants2/ . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2022 Read more
Thank you to everyone who came out for my shredding event on Saturday. Read more
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