Trump’s attack on Venezuela and abduction of its President are criminal acts of terror. They follow in the darkest traditions of American history: a violent, reckless flex of military power to gain control over foreign resources.

Open enrollment through Pennie has been extended until December 31st for Pennsylvanians seeking healthcare coverage in the new year. To enroll and find options available to you, visit pennie.com.

Some books I read this year and loved, plus a spotlight on local authors! What’s on your list of recommended reads for 2025? 📚

Engaging neighbors is a team effort! My office recently went door knocking to greet Kensington neighbors and let them know about upcoming events. It’s one of my favorite ways to connect with constituents, no matter the time of year. Learn about how my office can help at pasenatorsaval.com/services/

The streets of East Passyunk are shining even brighter after last week’s tree lighting and open streets celebration! It’s always a pleasure to kick off the holiday season with neighbors, community partners, and local businesses. 🌟

Help shape the future of our schools! 🍎 The School District of Philadelphia is gathering feedback to guide facilities planning. Complete the Emerging Themes survey by December 11th to share your voice! #PhlEd bit.ly/fpp-survey

In the midst of an ongoing housing crisis, the need for resources to repair and maintain our aging homes remains high. All of us deserve a place to live that is warm, safe, and dry. I'll continue to fight for that future for every Pennsylvanian. penncapital-star.com/housing/penn...

Pennie open enrollment is here, and you and your family are worth protecting. To make sure you have healthcare coverage that begins on January 1, 2026, make sure you're enrolled by December 15. You can rewatch our webinar with Devon Trolley here: pasenate.com/pennie/

We hosted two Friendsgivings to reach more than 300 households throughout Philly this year! I’m so grateful to the volunteers, partners, and neighbors who make it all possible. May we continue to work together for a bountiful world where everyone has the food, shelter, and community they need. 🧡

Residents packed the room and came together with @pasenatorsaval.com to talk about the lack of funding for mass transit in the state budget. https://whyy.org/articles/septa-town-hall-pennsylvania-budget/ #SEPTA

The CROWN Act is a step forward for equity, dignity, and acceptance! In the absence of a nationwide ban on hair discrimination, Pennsylvania is showing the way. I'm proud to support this legislation.

Victory! The PA CROWN Act will soon be law, ending hair discrimination in Pennsylvania. A win for dignity, equity, and every person who has ever felt judged because of their hair. Our children will grow up in a better Commonwealth — and we can all wear our crowns with pride.

On Trans Day of Remembrance, we uplift the brilliance of the trans and gender non-conforming community and honor the memory of those now gone. Your presence, your stories, and your contributions matter. I'm standing with you today and always. 🕯️🏳️‍⚧️

The Michelin honors bestowed on Philly's restaurants amplifies a truth we've long known: our city is home to a flourishing and vibrant food scene, abundant in culinary achievement. Congratulations to all, including the Michelin Star and Green Star winners who call the First Senatorial District home!

I'm proud to introduce legislation in partnership with Rep. Smith-Wade-El that would prevent the criminalization of homelessness. The Shelter First Act is a means to uphold the dignity and rights of all Pennsylvanians.

BREAKING: Dozens of Starbucks baristas & hundreds of allies are demonstrating at Starbucks’ largest regional distribution center in the country in York, PA. Workers are escalating their ULP strike RIGHT NOW to shine a light on how Starbucks is failing partners at every level.

As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history. Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX

The passage of the 2025-26 PA state budget not only brings relief to our communities but makes headway against the ongoing affordability crisis. Yet there are many ways in which this budget falls short.

Proud to join UNITEHERE Philly Local 274 on the picket line today at the Wyndham! These courageous workers are calling for family-sustaining wages, increased staffing, and benefits that let them care for their families with the same devotion and attention that they care for all who visit Philly.

The halting of food assistance by the Trump Administration is unconscionable, but we are not alone in navigating this crisis. Organizations and community groups are mobilizing to provide support and aid for their neighbors. Find local food options at phila.gov/food and feedingpa.org.

State Senator and member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, @pasenatorsaval.com tells voters about the Philadelphia Municipal Court. youtu.be/Bs2BDEoryAY

What an honor to be included in Philly Mag's 150 Most Influential People! The elevation of Whole-Home Repairs nationwide means more families will have a home they can feel safe in. The program is a collective achievement that took a commonwealth and with whom I share this recognition.

In the midst of the far-reaching opioid epidemic, communities deserve ready access to all the tools available to keep each other safe and healthy. I’m proud to co-sponsor new harm reduction legislation with Senator Tartaglione, which was made possible by brilliant student leaders in Philadelphia.

Happy Diwali! Tonight, more than a billion people around the world will celebrate this festival of light and connection, including millions across the U.S. and hundreds of thousands here in PA. I was proud to introduce and pass legislation to recognize Diwali as a holiday in PA.

Philly showed up in full force for #NOKINGS! In communities across our country, power belongs to the people. We are saying NO to authoritarianism, NO to secret police (check out the signs from our immigrant solidarity training last week!), and NO to support for a genocide.

Today, October 20, is the LAST DAY to register to vote for the November 4, 2025 General Election! You can register to vote or update your registration to your new name, address, or party affiliation at vote.pa.gov.

The #PAbudget stalemate in Harrisburg is a crisis. I spoke with @citycastphilly.bsky.social about how Senate Republicans forced our commonwealth to a halt and what everyday people can do to help build the political pressure necessary to break this impasse. philly.citycast.fm/local-civics...

This weekend I was proud to join Asian Americans United and communities across Philadelphia for the 30th year of the Mid-Autumn Festival in our vibrant Chinatown! Events like this show our city at our best—many cultures, generations, and more coming together in hope and connection!

Academic freedom has been under attack for years, and the funding compact follows in those footsteps. Proud of the members of the Penn community and my colleagues in state government who are standing up against Trump's attacks on higher ed. www.thedp.com/article/2025...

On Saturday, November 8th, my office is proud to host HOMECOMING: A Day for Justice-Impacted Philadelphians, in partnership with the Philadelphia Corporation for the Aging and the city’s Division of Reentry. RSVP here: www.pasenatorsaval.com/event/dayfor...

Senator Nikil Saval joins our fight to stop Russ Vought's corporate takeover of our democracy! @pasenatorsaval.com is the 1st elected official to sign the #StopVought petition ✊🏽 Join 1,700+ working people who've signed the petition urging Congress to impeach Russ Vought: www.change.org/StopVought

Tonight, families throughout the commonwealth will begin their services and fasts for Yom Kippur—a holy time for reflection, repentance, and renewal. My staff and I wish all who are observing a meaningful fast. Tzom kal!

My statement on the federal government shutdown. Information on service impacts and how to navigate these changes is available from @scanlon.house.gov here: scanlon.house.gov/services/gov...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month—a time to bring attention to the cycle of power and control that affects millions. Intervention requires resources and community care, yet survivor-serving agencies are facing cuts as a result of PA's budget impasse. pennwatch.org/pass-a-state...

ICE is escalating their attacks throughout our city. With the skills and confidence to show up for our communities, we can help keep each other safe. Join us for a special solidarity training on October 14th at 6pm. RSVP to save your space at: bit.ly/1014solidarity.

TODAY is the deadline to apply for the Low Income Tax Freeze and Senior Citizen Tax Freeze!

Excited to join public health leaders from across the country at the #BloombergAmericanHealthSummit25! At 10:45am, I’ll join researchers and nonprofit leaders to discuss recess policy, infrastructure inequities, and how to advocate healthy schools. 🏫 Tune in live at bit.ly/bloomberghealthsummit25

🌈In honor of LGBTQIA+ History Month, we're partnering with the School District of Philadelphia and @galaeiphilly.bsky.social for a Free Legal Name Change Clinic! 📅 Sat, Oct 25 | 12–4 PM 📍 GALAEI, 118 Fontain St. 🔗 bit.ly/sdpname #PHLed

Solidarity with @pennanurses.bsky.social! Members of the Philly Senate Delegation wrote to Temple Health's CEO to show our support for the safety and well-being of Temple nurses and health professionals and, by extension, for their families and the patients they serve.

Starting in October 2025, the Pennsylvania Prison Society is offering safe, affordable bus rides from Philadelphia to four state prisons — SCI Benner, SCI Frackville, SCI Mahanoy, and SCI Muncy. Visits to these institutions are critical to keeping families together, including CLS clients.

A collection of administrative records, student portfolios, photographs and other artifacts from UArts will live on at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. A portion of it will be on display Nov. 8.

As Rosh Hashanah and the High Holidays begin at sundown, I am wishing families across our commonwealth a happy new year! May this next year be one of interconnection, love, and justice. L'Shana Tova!

Our 4th Annual Senior Celebration is almost here! Join us for a day of good food, good music, and great community. 🗓Saturday, September 27, 10am to 2pm 📍South Philadelphia Older Adult Center (1430 E. Passyunk Ave) Enjoy music, hot lunch, an estate planning workshop, and more – all at no cost.

Proud to honor Lt. Colonel George Hardy – the last surviving member of the Tuskegee Airmen – for his lifetime of service and sacrifice. Following the celebration of his 100th birthday, the Senate passed a resolution to recognize June 8th as “Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy Day” in PA.

This Thursday, join the District Attorney's Office and local community leaders for a town hall on the possible deployment of the National Guard in Philly. As Trump intensifies his efforts to divide us, we must stand strong in our commitment to each other and to our democracy.

If you have information about the ICE raid in Mifflin Square Park today, I encourage you to report it via Juntos’s Raid Response Hotline: 814-205-3293.

SEPTA’s diversion of capital dollars to support operations will allow the agency to restore service throughout our region, bringing crucial relief to the riders who depend on it every day. But this is not a funding solution. This is a measure of last resort.

Sept. 10: @davidhogg.bsky.social and @pasenatorsaval.com to Speak in Montgomery County About Defeating Right-wing Extremism and Fighting for a Progressive Future | “This [event] is a call to action," said Social Justice Indivisible's Claire Gawinowicz.

For two weeks, service cuts have caused chaos and hardship for people who rely on SEPTA. To restore service and triage the harm, SEPTA has no choice but to pull nearly $400M from funds slated for repairs, maintenance, and upgrades—because Senate Republicans refuse to negotiate.

Our schools are experiencing the ramifying effects of SEPTA cuts. I checked in with some students and workers in my district to talk about what a lack of transit funding means for them. Our fight for fully funded and affordable transit across Pennsylvania continues, together.