Don't forget, my office has a great Pet Supply Drive running throughout September and October. All donations will benefit the animals at Morris Animal Refuge. Please read the flier for more information and on what you can donate!

Today my staff will be at City Institute for mobile office hours, see flyer for more info!

I had a great time speaking with the parents and staff at Marian Anderson's back to school night last week!

Tomorrow my office will have mobile office hours at City Institute Library from 11am until 2pm - See flyer for more info!

Today is the first day of our Pet Supply Drive, running today until October 31st. All donations will benefit the animals at Morris Animal Refuge. Please read the flier for more information and on what you can donate!

My office will have mobile office hours today from 11am until 2pm at Santore Library. See flier for more details!

I will be hosting an emergency town hall tomorrow about SEPTA funding. It will be at Tindley Temple from 6pm to 8pm, more details on flier!

Our office had so much fun at the Back-to-School Bash for Vare- Washington last week! Thank you for inviting us! It was a pleasure speaking with the faculty and families of Vare-Washington Elementary School.

This week Rep Fiedler, the office of @pasenatorsaval.com and myself, were able to present official citations to Phila Lorn from Mawn. Phila is one of the recipients of the 2025 Emerging Chef James Beard Award. We wish him success and the best of luck.

Our office was proud to give Meyling Moreno a citation for the grand opening of Cafe Duskaia—a bold, woman-owned coffee shop in the heart of Bella Vista! ☕️

My team was able to go to a PFT strike prep this week, to help out the teachers in our community. Teachers deserve a fair contract! Teachers deserve good benefits and sick leave. Teachers deserve pay that reflects how much they do for the children and how much they mean to the community!

🚨Tomorrow is the last day for our Back-to-School Drive🚨 Since mid-June, my office has hosted a Back-to-School Drive. I want to thank everyone from the community who was able to donate, because of the community effort, we have collected so many items for Cradles to Crayons in Philadelphia.

Last week I was honored to be a part of a ROPA panel discussion. The event was attended by musicians from all across the country. As Evan from the AFL-CIO said, "food grows best when your shadows on the soil".

We have a new mural in our district - a work of art celebrating William Still and his family for their instrumental role in Philadelphia's history of the Underground Railroad. We presented the artist, Ernel Martinez, with a citation from our office for the creation of the beautiful work of art.

My office is hosting a Back-to-School Drive from now until August 15th! All donations will benefit Cradles to Crayons in Philadelphia. Check out the flyer for more details!

My team had a great time at South Street's National Night Out this past weekend!

Earlier this week, my team was able to tour @Philabundance and help out with food production. They prepared over 300 meals for Philabundance's LunchBox program, and got to learn about the facilities, and their education program.

My office is hosting a Back-to-School Drive from now until August 15th! All donations will benefit Cradles to Crayons in Philadelphia. Check out the flyer for more details!

My office is hosting a Back-to-School Drive from now until August 15th! All donations will benefit Cradles to Crayons in Philadelphia. Check out the flyer for more details!

Big corporations pay the least amount of taxes possible. It’s time that corporations are held accountable for their exploitative capitalism that preys on small businesses and everyday workers. When they find ways to exploit laws to hide their income, they’re hurting people like you every day.

My office is hosting a Back-to-School Drive from now until August 15th! All donations will benefit Cradles to Crayons in Philadelphia. Check out the flyer for more details!

I was happy to testify in the #PaSenate on my bill to provide tax relief on restitution to Holocaust survivors. This bill is one step closer to becoming law and affording these survivors additional relief for their strength & courage. www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1N7...

www.youtube.com/live/k3_6wyX... Click here to tune into my press conference, happening at 11a.m. I will be discussing the importance of the 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and what it means with the current administration.

Huge thanks to the John C. Anderson Apartments for hosting last night's Pride Mixer — and to the amazing tables from SeniorLAW Center, Asylum Pride House, Humana, and @ruephilacouncil.bsky.social. Grateful to celebrate and stand with our LGBTQ+ community — this month and every month.

Today is the LAST DAY to drop off personal hygiene products! If you have any unopened products that you would like to donate, please feel free to stop by our office. Check out the flyer for more information.

Join me in welcoming our new intern, Shalom, to the team!

A big congratulations to Ariel and Melinda from CultureWorks on their 15-year anniversary. My staff was fortunate enough to attend the 15th anniversary celebration last week and present them with a citation!

My office is hosting a Personal Hygiene Drive from now until the end of May! All donations will benefit Broad Street Love. Check out the flyer for more details!

Our team visited the ribbon cutting for the newly reopened Kate’s Place by @projecthome.bsky.social — now PA’s largest supportive housing site. 144 upgraded units + onsite support = real progress in ending homelessness. Proud to support this vital work. 🏠💙

My office had a great time at South Street Live for Maifest over the weekend. My staff got the opportunity to interact with many visitors and residents of the community. Events like this are a reminder of what makes our city so vibrant and special!

Big thanks to the United Lodge of Theosophists in Philadelphia for the warm welcome and insightful tour. Grateful for the opportunity to learn more about your work and history.

Last week we were honored to present an official citation to Ms. Dennis who turned 96, she has been in Philly most of her life and continues to spread her smile and wisdom to those around her. Yuri also received a citation for his incredible work as a Community & Support Services Coordinator.

My office staff had a great time at Flavors on the Avenue connecting with residents and visitors. Thank you to everyone who came out to speak with us we always love hearing from you!

My office is hosting a Personal Hygiene Drive from now until the end of May! All donations will benefit Broad Street Love. Check out the flyer for more details!

On this Workers’ Memorial Day, we remember and honor workers who were either injured, disabled or killed in their line of work. Additionally, today also reminds us of the need to create safe working environments for all.

The Philadelphia Water Department has requested a water rate increase of $222 million over the next two years, which will increase rates for Philadelphia families. This evening and tomorrow there are public hearings hosted by the Rate Board. You can stop by to make your voice heard.

Yesterday, I got the opportunity to meet the staff at WORC, tour their building, and meet with some of their clients who have thrived from the support that WORC offers. WORC offers loans, investment products, and other services to low-income and underserved populations in Philadelphia.

Let this Earth Week serve as a reminder that we must do everything in our power to keep our planet clean, healthy and beautiful!

Reminder that today is the deadline to file your taxes.

During Black Maternal Health Week, we highlight & raise awareness about the disproportionate negative health outcomes experienced by Black mothers. It’s important to listen to those who are on the front lines addressing this crucial issue & ensure we dismantle these health inequities that exist.

Applications for rebates on property taxes or rent paid in 2024 are still open. This program is for seniors age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. To apply, contact my office at (215) 246-1501 or visit www.pa.gov/agencies/rev...

Children are the foundation of our families. As children go through vulnerabilities growing up, it’s crucial that they’re safe and protected from abuse of others, especially adults. This month let’s make sure to highlight the urgent need to protect children from cruelty and abuse!

Our next Coffee Shop Townhall will be held on Sunday 5/4 in partnership with Hawthorne Empowerment Coalition & Friends of Hawthorne Park at Guzo Cafe More info on the way... Save the date!!!

Thank you to the young advocates from The Advocacy Institute for stopping by to promote better health. They discussed the issues surrounding vaping and smoking in relation to Pennsylvania's Clean Indoor Air Act.

The Treasury Office is holding millions of dollars in unclaimed property and some of it could be yours! Unclaimed property is any financial asset that has been left with a bank, insurance company, business or organization without any activity for five years. Contact my office to see if you have any.

Met with Kevin and Khalil yesterday from Ready Willing & Able to tour their facility. Their program relies on federal block grants which are now under threat by the current administration. The transitional housing and structured program they provide for the men in recovery is essential.

Last night, we had an amazing turn out to our Community Town Hall with Mark Squilla. Thank you to everyone who came out. We had some great questions from our constituents! A special thank you to Washington Square West Civic Association and Tami Sortman for moderating the event.

April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to promote the acceptance and inclusion of individuals with autism. Additionally, it is important that we embrace individuals with autism and also stand for their rights!

Tonight! I look forward to sharing space with Mark Squilla at St. Luke & The Epiphany to answer our constituents' questions about the most pressing issues facing them today. Please bring your energy and questions! Light snacks and refreshments will be available.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to bring awareness to sexual assault, and work to prevent it in our communities. We must also use this time to stand with victims and survivors, and to confront harmful norms that allow sexual assault to persist.