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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

Public hearings wrapped up this week with the PA House Appropriations Committee on Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget proposal.

One of the most important questions I asked this week was of the Secretary of the Budget – what happens if federal funding ends for programs in our state, and if the government shuts down? The rhetoric out of Washington and in the media right now can be scary for a lot of people, so I wanted to know about the reality and the potential for issues for our communities. You can watch that discussion below. 

With budget hearings completed, we will now take the information we’ve heard from agencies and use that to continue developing a plan that will work for our communities and all of Pennsylvania to ensure we’re moving forward and providing relief where we’re able to do so.

I think it’s so important for women to share their stories to help uplift and encourage other women to achieve more than they might think they can do. That’s why I’m sharing stories of my life for Women’s History Month in a series of videos. Click above to watch my first discussion about pivotal moments in my life that have led me to where I’m at today.

This week, the House Agriculture Committee came to our district in Essington for an informational meeting on reducing food waste and insecurity. The meeting highlighted the power of collaboration between the public and private sectors in tackling these challenges for rural, suburban, and urban communities across Pennsylvania.

You can click below to watch the entire hearing.

I hope you can come out to my next Meet & Greet on Friday, March 21 at Gateway Towers Apartments from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. We’ll have SEPTA Senior Pass applications to help you with and share some light refreshments. Hope to see you there! 

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is kicking off lifeguard recruitment for city pools, offering competitive pay starting at $16 per hour, with the potential to earn up to $18 per hour. Lifeguard positions are eligible to receive a $1,000 end-of-season bonus for those who meet the April 15 deadline, or a $500 bonus for those who submit applications before May 15.? 

Click here for more information.

Healthy Awareness Month is expanding into March with an additional virtual workshop on Healthy Nutrition! Join us Tuesday, March 18 for this exciting presentation – our previous nutrition workshop was popular and well received, so I’m hopeful that you can join us to learn more about how easy it is to make eating healthy a priority. You can watch on my Facebook page or my website, or RSVP to be directly involved in the meeting on Microsoft Teams.

During our first Women in Government event, we talked a lot about the actions that are happening right now with the federal government in Washington, D.C. It has been very overwhelming with what seems like daily attacks on our neighbors, our freedoms and basic rights. Just remember that there are always people to help. If you are concerned about the actions being taken on immigration, I encourage you to contact these local organizations listed in this document. Additionally, while my office is here to assist you with state and local services, your concerns on these federal actions need to be heard by your federal officials. Check out the list of our congressional and senatorial officials and contact their offices for assistance or to let them know about your concerns. We’ve seen recently how advocacy and loud objections can lead to a course reversal or reevaluation by the president and his administration.

Don’t give up and don’t give in.

Know your rights and stay vigilant for your family and your community.

I had so much fun reading to pre-K students of the Head Start program at Delaware County Technical School in Folcroft this week for Read Across America Day! As former educator, I love to share knowledge with young people and reading to kids – especially very young children – is crucial to beginning their love for reading and education.

Thanks to everyone who came out for the pop-up press conference and Peace Walk in Southwest Philly following the recent death of a teenager in our district. 

Congratulations to our brave officers who were recognized at the 12th District Officer Award Ceremony in Southwest Philadelphia.

Did you know that we have multiple satellite locations to bring our services closer to you? We’re meeting you where you’re at with these mobile sites to make it easier to connect. This week we were at Eastwick and Donatucci Libraries, Marconi Older Adult Cetner, and St. Edmonds Senior Center. Check out the list of weekly locations at the bottom of this email and visit us without having to travel too far!

Attention High School Juniors and Seniors! The Bellwether District is offering internships to gain experience and get educated on opportunities in real estate careers. Check the details on the flier about this fantastic opportunity for real world experience!

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.

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