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Dear Neighbor,

I’d like to share with you the work that I’m doing in Harrisburg and locally to ensure we Thrive in the 185. Keep reading for more details, follow my social media for updates, and please contact one of my offices to find out how we can help you with state and local programs and resources. #InformationIsPower

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month so it’s a time to reflect on ways that we can be vigilant in our communities to increase safety. As we return to legislative session next week in the PA House, I’m re-introducing my bill to require human trafficking awareness training for service industry employees, like hotel & motel workers. Our area is unfortunately a focal point for the evils of human trafficking because of our proximity to major interstate highways and the Philadelphia International Airport. Training service industry employees to know the warning signs is a helpful way to begin reducing this horrible crime across our state. Watch the video below from our introduction last year to learn more about the effort and hear the support from legislators and industry leaders. Together we can put an end to this evil that lurks in our communities. 

The new year is a perfect time to focus on your health and well-being. I'm here to help you #GoHealthy185, with Healthy Awareness Month workshops in my Delco office beginning at 6 p.m. Bring yourself, bring a friend, bring your family, and get connected with healthy practices, plus state and local resources.

Let's close out Healthy Awareness Month with a session learning and experiencing yoga on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Try something new and enjoy the relaxation and healthy benefits of yoga with our group!

Our first two events in this series were incredibly informative and exciting! Everyone enjoyed learning more about easy proper nutrition and how to keep our bodies moving.

Nutrition Workshop with Dan DuPraw

Line Dancing Workshop

I’m proud to represent a district where over 53% of the people are female. Your government should reflect who you are, so in 2025, I’m celebrating and highlighting the women who represent our communities at all levels of government. I’m hosting a monthly series of virtual meetings and in-person events that you should plan to attend to learn more about these amazing women, their achievements, the importance of representation, and how their work impacts our families and neighborhoods.

The first meeting in this series will be virtual THIS WEDNESDAY, Jan. 29 beginning at 5:30 p.m. and feature Judge Timika Lane; Ethel Waters, manager of constituent services for state Sen. Anthony H. Williams; and Tiphanie White, chief of staff for Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson’s District Office.

RSVP today to join the conversation about representation! You can also watch live on Facebook and my website.

Save the date for my first Civic Conversation Meet & Greet of 2025! We’ll be at Straight Gate Church, 6000 Elmwood Ave. from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8.

Come to find out how your government works and how it works FOR YOU. We always have wonderful and honest conversations at these events. Contact my office to RSVP for this meet & greet. I hope to see you there!

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program has made it easier for older friends and neighbors to stay in their homes and afford groceries, medicine, and so much more.

The application period for the 2025 program has just opened to get a rebate on your 2024 taxes or rent paid. Thanks to changes House Democrats fought for, more people are eligible, and the rebates are bigger than ever!

Give us a call, send an email, or stop by one of my offices to find out if you’re eligible. We can even help you apply.

Representatives from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) will be providing a variety of webinars, including an overview of how to apply for all types of financial aid, reviewing financial aid offers, financial aid for non-traditional students, and more! Click the schedule above to register for these informative sessions to help you plan for your continued education!

Heater Hotline Update

The Heater Hotline program makes emergency repairs to heaters. This program is run by the Energy Coordinating Agency and supported by the Philadelphia Division of Housing and Community Development.

The Heater Hotline provides free emergency heater repairs for eligible households in Philadelphia. If the Heater Hotline staff determine that your heater needs to be replaced, they will forward your application to PHDC’s Basic Systems Repair Program.

To apply for heater repairs only, call the Heater Hotline at 215-568-7190.

Cash grants from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are now available! You can receive from $200 to $1,000 based on your household size, income, and fuel type. Renters and homeowners are eligible, so click the image above to find out more eligibility guidelines and apply! Contact my office if we can help.

My office helps city officials and local organizations connect to state grants available to help them do their important work to improve our communities and the lives of residents. You can find a list of state grant programs that are currently open for application on my website. We update this list as new programs come online so check back often.

In service and in action,

Rep. Regina Young