- E-Bike Info Session
- Chip-Enabled EBT Cards
- SATURDAY: Exceptional Citizens Expo
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- Summer Reading Programs
- CPR Training
- And so much more!
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Budget negotiations for the 2026-2027 state budget are ramping up, and the PA House spent the first three of 18 scheduled session days advancing many great bills. To begin, we moved legislation that would require chip-enabled EBT cards out of the House Human Services Committee unanimously, positioning it for a full vote in the PA House in the coming weeks.
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And we sent a number of great bills from the PA House to the state Senate this week including:
H.B. 1045 – Helping school personnel recognize seizures.
H.B. 2117 – Ensuring access to asthma medication in schools.
H.B. 2186 – Expanding housing supply by allowing for accessory dwelling units.
H.B. 2120 – Protecting homeowners in shared equity deals.
H.B. 2314 – Directing the Attorney General to conduct a public education campaign on artificial intelligence.
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Nearly 400 bills have now been passed by the PA House during the 2025-26 Legislative Session. Remember that, to become law, these bills must also be passed by the state Senate and approved by the governor.
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New Texting and Driving Law
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Paul Miller’s Law is now in effect! You can be fined for using a handheld device while operating a vehicle. Learn more here.
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Share Your Input on Proposed Gas Rate Increases
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While I was in Harrisburg this week, my Chief of Staff, Bridget Barrett, attended the PUC hearing in Ross Township on the proposed Peoples Natural Gas rate increase and delivered a statement on my behalf opposing the increase as unnecessary and callous. Peoples Gas is not hurting for income, but the people of District 20 and Pennsylvania at large are struggling to manage rising costs. Now is not the time to raise rates.
If you're a Peoples customer, I encourage you to participate in the upcoming telephonic hearings on June 11 and make your voice heard.
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Ross Pride was once again a wonderfully affirming celebration of inclusion and belonging. My office was proud to join with the office of State Senator Lindsey Williams to show our support for our LGBTQIA+ friends and neighbors in Ross Township and beyond.
Check out more Pride events happening in our area here.
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Last weekend, Una and I spent an exciting Saturday joining in the inaugural Li'l Bridgey 5K. Beginning and ending on the new Davis Avenue pedestrian bridge, it was a fun way to celebrate the return of this community asset that I proudly helped to secure state funding to support.
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Thanks for Coming to My Shred Event
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My shred event with Senator Lindsey Williams, also on Saturday, was a great success! Thank you to Ross Township Department of Public Works for always being such a great host and providing additional staff to help things run smoothly. And, of course, thank you to Steel City Shredding for providing this invaluable service to our community!
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Apply Now – PA House Fellowship
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Know a college student interested in state government? Let them know the PA House Legislative Fellowship Program is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2026 semester.
The Fellowship Program is based in the State Capitol Building in Harrisburg. Fellows are placed in House committees or leadership offices, receive compensation (and, in some cases, college credit), and gain hands-on experience drafting and presenting legislation, attending meet-and-greets with public officials, and touring some of the Commonwealth’s historic public spaces.
Go to pahousefellowship.us for more information and directions on how to apply.
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The Exceptional Citizens Expo, a FREE Touch-a-Truck-style event focused on inclusion and community, is happening from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 6! The event includes a sensory-friendly hour and opportunities to explore police, fire, public works, and other vehicles and equipment.
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Families are invited to attend an e-bike info session with the Ross Township Police Department from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, June 8 at the municipal building. Activities for children are available in the gym.
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Free first aid training is available at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Community Center on Monday, June 15. Call 412-585-5575 to register.
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Click on the flyers above to check out summer reading programs happening in our area!
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My Office is Here to Help You
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If you have any questions about this email or need assistance with any state-related matter, my staff and I are here to help you however we can! Reach out at RepKinkead@pahouse.net or call 412-321-5523.
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Pennsylvania State Capitol
116-B East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 787-5470
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District Office
658 Lincoln Ave.
Bellevue, PA 15202
(412) 321-5523
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