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My weekly email newsletter is now available! See how I voted in Harrisburg this week and how my office can further assist you.
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Giving aid to someone in need shouldn’t result in being charged with a crime like what happened to the Bloomsburg student helping another incapacitated. My legislation, alongside @RepFriel, passed unanimously out of #PaHouse Judiciary to give such protections for #GoodSamaritans.
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At our @PA_HouseApprops #PABudget hearing with @PAStatePolice, I asked about efforts to diversify their ranks, regulating THC products, and fixing a telephonic verification system for Megan’s Law registrants that was created in 2018. youtu.be/wHauO5xug2s
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An 84% increase in suspected elder abuse cases over five years is alarming.
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During our @PA_HouseApprops #PABudget hearing, I asked #PADeptAging how they’re working to address financial exploitation & support mentor programs that help combat chronic loneliness for elder residents. youtu.be/Ruo5OImBYc8
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Strong public schools start with a fair funding formula in the #PABudget. We still have a lot of work to do, especially around cyber charter school funding.
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At a @PA_HouseApprops budget hearing with @PADeptofEd, I asked for clarity on proposed cyber charter reforms, highlighted how the “excess spending factor” should apply to districts like Northgate, and raised concerns about flat funding for libraries. youtu.be/4JPquNwdUjo
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Access to justice should not be impacted by a person’s immigration status, yet federal immigration enforcement has targeted individuals, even those lawfully in the US, when they are due in court. This not only impacts defendants, but also witnesses and victims.
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During a @PA_HouseApprops #PABudget hearing, I asked Justices Dougherty and Brobson if the court would consider expanding virtual options for these individuals, as well as how the court would react if the legislature expanded the right to counsel. youtu.be/Vu-K_N87gVM
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@PAAgriculture isn't just about our farmers but also about our food, so I asked Sec. Redding how they’re helping PA farmers fight avian influenza.
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I also asked why the governor’s 2026-27 #PABudget proposal flat funds food insecurity programs when food insecurity continues to get worse and anti-hunger programs are being slashed at the federal level. youtu.be/WC1lmNNuqOA
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20 Nov 2025
📩Read my latest email update on fighting food insecurity, cannabis legalization chances, CROWN Act progress, new funding coming to the district, and more:
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14 Apr 2025
📩 Read my latest email update on protecting PA workers, reproductive freedom, tax assistance, and more: pahouse.com/kinkead/EmailArc…
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14 Apr 2025
🌱Policy Point of the Day from the PA House Democratic Policy Committee
Visit pahouse.com/policy to learn about how we’re working in the #PAHouse to make life better for all Pennsylvanians.
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11 Apr 2025
🏕Policy Point of the Day from the PA House Democratic Policy Committee
Visit pahouse.com/policy to learn about how we’re working in the #PAHouse to make life better for all Pennsylvanians.
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21 Feb 2025
💸Policy Point of the Day from the @PADemPolicy
Visit pahouse.com/policy to learn about how we’re working in the #PAHouse to make life better for all Pennsylvanians.
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17 Dec 2024
🩵 I’m heading for clearer skies ✌️
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2 Dec 2024
As a state lawmaker, I’m proud to advocate for inclusion, equity, and empowerment for all students in Pennsylvania. On #SpecialEducationDay, we honor the progress, resilience, and achievements of students, educators, and families in special education 💙📚
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1 Dec 2024
It’s #WorldAidsDay 🌍❤️ Join me in honoring those we've lost, supporting those living with HIV, and committing to ending stigma and discrimination. See how you can get involved: hiv.gov/events/awareness-day…
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30 Nov 2024
🟠 Remember to wear orange when exploring the outdoors this time of year. Hunters can buy a license online here: pgc.pa.gov/HuntTrap/Licenses…
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30 Nov 2024
🎁 As you do your holiday shopping, please support small businesses whenever possible. Buying from small, local businesses is one of the best ways to help our community grow: pa.gov/en/agencies/dgs/progr…
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