Speaking at a House Appropriations Committee budget hearing, Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman asks Department of Labor and Industry Secretary Nancy Walker about how they can make it easier for Pennsylvanian’s who don’t speak English to fill out essential documents and forms. Read more
Pa. state Reps. Manny Guzman and Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz alongside Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis toured the city of Reading stopping by and checking in with various small business owners to hear the challenges they’ve faced since the pandemic and how legislators can provide assistance. Read more
Davis, chaperoned by State Representatives Manny Guzmán and newly-elected Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, met with small businesses in Reading “for an open conversation” about how the administration can effectively fund and support current and emerging business owners in a rapidly changing region. Read more
“I am laser-focused on bringing resources, helping small businesses grow and boosting our workforce,” said state Rep. Manny Guzman. Read more
Rep. Manny Guzman said he is focused on bringing state resources to Reading to expand businesses and the local workforce, and that he therefore welcomed the collaboration with LG Davis. Read more
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis met with Reps. Manny Guzman and Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz in Reading. Read more
Rep. Manny Guzman has introduced a bill that would focus on restorative practices and create a centralized database so taxpayers can see how their school districts are doing in terms of student discipline. Read more
Prepárate para nuestra feria de empleo Nuestra feria de empleo regresa este año con más fuerza que nunca. Estamos felices de anunciar que este evento se realizará el próximo miércoles 10 de mayo. ¡Prepara tu currículum y reserva la fecha! Se aproxima la fecha límite de preparar impuestos La fecha límite para presentar sus impuestos se acerca, pero no se preocupe porque llenar los impuestos le resultará ahora mucho más fácil. Aproveche un sistema gratuito en línea para presentar sus declaraciones de Pensilvania, en mypath.pa.gov. El 18 de abril es la fecha límite para presentar sus impuestos federales y locales. ¡Que tengan un fin de semana feliz y seguro! Nuestras oficinas están cerradas hoy en observancia del Viernes Santo. Sea que celebres las Pascua Judía o la cristiana, deseo que pasen un feliz fin de semana junto a sus seres queridos. Programa de Reembolso de Impuestos a la Propiedad / Alquiler El Programa de Reembolso de Impuestos a la Propiedad / Alquiler Read more
READING, April 6 – State Rep. Manny Guzman, D-Berks, announced today that he will host a small business tour with Lt. Gov. Austin Davis. The tour is aimed at offering small business owners the opportunity to discuss firsthand the ‘open for business’ basics of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2023-24 proposed budget. The tour will begin in Guzman’s office at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 11, at 645 Penn St., 4th floor . “I am laser-focused on bringing resources, helping small businesses grow, and boosting our workforce,” Guzman said. “I am thrilled about this collaboration with Lieutenant Governor Davis as he will be able to feel the pulse of our economy and get feedback from underserved entrepreneurs of our community. “As we head into budget negotiations, I anticipate a positive powerful impact on these businesses and overall economy. I am actively working to have the county’s priorities address,” Guzman added. The proposed budget includes increased investments in the Historically Disadvantaged Business Program, which will provide long-overdue funding for women- and minority-owned businesses to support their growth and open new doors of opportunity. Read more
Resumen de la segunda semana de las Audiencias del Comité de Apropiaciones Continuamos el buen trabajo al comenzar la segunda semana de las audiencias presupuestarias. Hemos estado discutiendo temas de vital importancia que para todos los residentes de Pensilvania, especialmente en todo el condado de Berks. Vea mi video de resumen sobre las audiencias. Vea mi Town Hall sobre el presupuesto estatal Si se perdió de ver mi town hall el miércoles pasado aún puede ver la repetición en mi página de Facebook www.facebook.com/RepGuzman Tuvimos la participación de la Subsecretaria Ejecutiva de la Oficina del Gobernador del presupuesto, Brenda Warburton, y de Ron Foster, quien se desempeña como Director Legislativo de la Oficina de Asuntos Legislativos y Comunicaciones de la referida oficina de presupuesto. Programa de Reembolso de Impuestos a la Propiedad / Alquiler El Programa de Reembolso de Impuestos a la Propiedad / Alquiler beneficia a los residentes elegibles de Pensilvania mayores de 65 años; viudas y viudos de 50 años o más; y personas con discapacidades mayores de 18 Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman gives his recap for Monday, March 27 budget hearings with Pa. State Police and Dept. of Aging, as well as an overview of upcoming hearings. Guzman also extends an invitation for his virtual town hall meeting where members of Gov. Shapiro’s administration will be speaking on their hopes for the budget. Read more
State Rep. Manuel Guzman Jr., D-Berks, warned against the use of solitary confinement in jails, saying his brother suffered irreversible harm after experiencing 2 1/2 months in solitary at a county jail. He raised concerns about the mental health impact. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman thanked Colonel Christopher Paris and Pennsylvania State Police for everything they do each day and questioned them about the prevalence of gun violence throughout Pennsylvania. It’s an issue plaguing all 67 Pa. counties and isn’t isolated to urban areas. Gun violence is a commonwealth problem - extreme risk protection orders and reporting lost and stolen guns are two possible solutions to combat the growing problem. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman shares an overview of this week’s House Appropriations Committee budget hearings and invites community members to his virtual town hall addressing many of these issues on Wednesday, March 29th! Read more
Las audiencias del Comité de Apropiaciones Esta ha sido una semana muy agitada aquí en Harrisburg. Las audiencias del Comité de Apropiaciones sobre el presupuesto estatal para el año fiscal 2023-24. Haga clic aquí para ver un resumen con los puntos más destacados de las reuniones que hemos tenido durante esta semana. Me siento honrado por la oportunidad de trabajar en el comité de Apropiaciones. Cada una de estas audiencias abordará temas importantes que afectan a nuestra comunidad. No te puedes perder mi próximo Town Hall ¡Guarda la fecha para mi próximo Town Hall! El presupuesto y sus negociaciones impactan a todos. Por favor, no te pierdas este Town Hall y comparte tus preocupaciones y expectativas sobre el plan de gastos del estado. Espero que puedan participar el próximo 29 de marzo por Facebook Live. Entrega de cheque a la Autoridad de Vivienda de Reading Fue realmente un placer presentar un cheque a la Autoridad de Vivienda de Reading por 200,000. Los fondos apoyarán la construcción de un parque infantil en el complejo de viviendas de Oakbrook. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman questioned the Secretary of Agriculture, Russell Redding, about the Fresh Food Initiative and how this year’s budget proposal reflects the fresh produce needs of residents living in Reading, Pennsylvania. There’s roughly 10,000 people living in the City of Reading without access to fresh fruits and vegetables, a number that needs to be reduced tremendously. Read more
At a House Appropriations Committee budget hearing, Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman addresses the issue of underrepresentation of Latino communities on college campuses and how we can implement methods to change this. Latinos are the fastest growing demographic in the commonwealth, with 1.5 million Latinos in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania’s losing the competitive battle against states like New York, Maryland, and New Jersey when it comes to tuition cost. It’s time to make college more affordable for all. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman addressed leaders of Pennsylvania's community colleges regarding their policies toward undocumented students and in-state tuition. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman explained the importance of the House Appropriations Committee to the budget and lawmaking process in Pennsylvania. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Manny Guzman speaks with Pa. Department of Education acting Secretary Khalid Mumin about violence in schools and the Shapiro Administration's plans to address it. Read more
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