Important Updates/Highlights

Inclusive Post-High School Resource Fair

WEATHER PERMITTING: My FREE Inclusive Post-High School Resource Fair is on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026!

My staff and I, as well as The Arc Alliance and a team of local volunteers, will be hosting this event from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Hall A of the Greater Philadelphia Expo in Oaks! If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Please stay tuned for an update as we monitor the weather for this weekend. If you’re interested in attending, click here to sign up!

America250 Kick-Off

I had a great time at the America250 Kick-Off event at Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge last Friday. Each time I stand at Valley Forge, I’m reminded of the foundational values of our nation: true liberty and justice for all, a republic based on representative democracy, civic engagement, due process and unalienable rights. All of these are values that form the bedrock of our nation, and I can’t wait to continue the celebration of the 250th across Montgomery County this year.

Pictured: Cassandra Coleman from America250PA; State Representative Jared Solomon; State Representative Tim Briggs; former Pennsylvania Governor Mark Schweiker; Montgomery County Commissioner Tom DiBello; Chair, Montgomery County Commissioners Jamila Winder; State Representative Donna Scheuren; State Representative Mary Jo Daley.

Road Alerts – Construction on Park Ave.

Heads up, neighbors! PennDOT has announced utility construction on Park Avenue (between Borton Road and Jode Road) in Lower Providence Township

Township from Monday, Jan. 19, through Thursday, April 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

There will be a lane closure with flagging Mondays through Thursdays as a part of a safety improvement project.

Drivers are advised to plan accordingly and practice safe driving habits while crews are at work.

7Brew Coffee Grand Opening

It was cold this morning, but coffee helped warm us up as we celebrated the official grand opening of 7Brew Coffee in Collegeville! I was honored to attend, help cut the ribbon and present the staff with a citation of congratulations.

Welcoming new businesses into our community is an exciting milestone, and I wish them continued success!

America250PA Scholarships

Friends, I’m excited to share that in commemoration of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, America250PA will be awarding $250,000 in scholarships to PA High School seniors who plan to attend an accredited Pennsylvania college or university for the ‘26-’27 academic school year!

Applications are due by Jan. 31, 2026. Click here to apply and find out more information!

PA House Fellowship Applications Open

The Pennsylvania House Fellowship Program is accepting applications for the Summer 2026 semester (June–August)! This program is based in the PA Capitol Building in Harrisburg, and fellows will be assigned to work in House standing committees or House leadership offices.

Applications are due Monday, March 2, 2026, and can be emailed to [email protected].

Requirements & additional information can be found at www.pahousefellowship.us.

Legislation Update

Representative Jacklyn Rusnock’s House Bill 1718, of which I’m a proud co-sponsor, was recently referred to the House Insurance Committee. This bill will require insurance companies offering or issuing homeowner’s insurance policies to notify a homeowner of the availability and pricing of flood insurance and require that an annual notice be given.

Currently, many homeowners who reside outside of designated flood zones are unaware that their property is still at risk or that their current homeowner’s insurance may not include flood insurance. This legislation looks to bridge that gap and is one way we can increase Pennsylvania’s readiness for potential flood events and ensure homeowners are informed and able to protect their property.

You can follow this bill here.

SEPTA Senior Cards

If you’re a senior 65 or older, you can ride SEPTA for free!

Stop by my district office at 35 Evansburg Road by 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with a valid form of ID and my staff can help you sign up for a free SEPTA Senior Fare Card!

LIHEAP Information

Applications for the 2025-26 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are officially open until April 10, 2026! LIHEAP provides cash grants to help eligible Pennsylvanian families pay their heating bills.

Please visit this website to learn more about the program and apply!

Victim Services Support Group

The Victim Services Center of Montgomery County is offering free support groups for adult survivors of child sexual abuse. Meetings will begin on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. and run through February and March.

To learn more, call 610-277-0932 ext. 252 or email [email protected].

Community Events

Upper Providence Township Blood Drive

Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

1286 Black Rock Road, Phoenixville, PA

Coroner Conversations from Montgomery County Coroner

Thursday, Jan. 29, from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Ebru Coffee Roastery, 2808 Egypt Road, Audubon, PA

Questions: Contact Aida Mujkovic ([email protected] or 610-278-3057)

Please continue to stay safe, healthy, and well-informed. And, if you have questions about any state-related issue, please contact my office at 484-200-8263 or email [email protected]

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