Hello Neighbor,
In our newsletter, you will find legislative information and updates from Upper Moreland, Lower Moreland, Bryn Athyn, Hatboro, and Abington, along with information about state-related programs and services.
We have some exciting events coming up around the district, so be sure to stay informed through my newsletter and social media. As always, feel free to call our office at 215-259-5962 for help with state services or send me an email at RepGuenst@pahouse.net.
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2025-26 PA Budget Highlights
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At long last the state has a balanced, bipartisan budget. I wanted to take the time to highlight some of the major wins in this budget. I voted for this plan because it helps every kid in every school across the Commonwealth, preserves vital services, prevents layoffs, and does not raise taxes. It helps fund our schools, feed the hungry, care for seniors, assist in providing quality childcare, and invests in our workers.
This budget stands up for taxpayers like you today and in the future.
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I know every dollar counts, especially when it comes to affording the high price of groceries, utilities, childcare, and gas. The Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit is a vital part of this budget which puts money back into the pockets of families and helps to cover the rising costs of the things we need.
If you qualify for the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit, you automatically qualify for this state tax cut. It’s that simple. Families will get as much as $800 back in their pockets at tax time.
This tax cut is in addition to the Child & Dependent Care Enhancement Tax Credit that we expanded last year, which is helping make life more affordable for nearly a quarter-million working families. This also works like the federal credit, putting an extra $1,000 to $2,100 back in the pockets of families paying for childcare or dependent care.
I am so proud of the work we’ve done to make sure hard-working families have more money in their pockets, and I will keep fighting to cut costs for you.
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Reducing barriers in teacher certification to make it easier and more affordable for teachers to get into the classroom in every district is another huge win for this budget. The teacher shortage in PA has reached critical levels, and we need a dedicated teacher workforce to provide quality education for our kids.
This budget offers commonsense fixes like reducing certification fees to get more teachers teaching and more kids learning, streamlining the process to get teachers back into the classroom after taking time off, and offering individuals a pathway to a fulfilling career while equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to effectively teach.
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Medicare Open Enrollment 2026
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We are in the middle of Medicare Open Enrollment which runs now through December 7th. During this time, you can switch Medicare plans, enroll in a different Medicare Advantage Plan, change your Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, or join, switch, or drop a Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plan.
If you need assistance on deciding what may be best for you, reach out to PA MEDI (PA Medicare Education and Decision Insight) Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm at their toll-free helpline - 1-800-783-7067.
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2024 Property Tax Rent Rebate Deadline Approaching
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Just a reminder that, if you have yet to file for the 2024 Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR), you have until December 31, 2025, to do so.
The PTRR program is open to those over the age of 65, widows or widowers over the age of 50, or those on disability AND have an income of less than $46,520 (only half of Social Security counts towards that income limit).
My office can help you complete your rebate when you bring in the required documents, or you can apply here: https://mypath.pa.gov/
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Please join me and my staff on Friday, December 5th from 6:30 pm-7:30 pm for our Annual Holiday Open House. Please stop by after the Hatboro Christmas Tree Lighting – which will take place at 6 pm at the Union Library of Hatboro - and join us for conversation and light refreshments. Meet my staff and learn how we can help!
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Our office will be hosting our Pet Meet & Greet event on Sunday, December 7th, which will include cats and dogs from Hart 2 Heart Animal Rescue and Lucky Pups Dog Rescue. This is your chance to meet a furry friend up for adoption and begin the application process – No pets will be adopted on the day of the event.
Leading up to the event, we are accepting donations for our Pet Donation Drive, which will be given to the organizations on the day of the event to help keep their adoption sites filled with necessary items to run the shelters. Please see the flyer for requested donations.
Thank you in advance for any donations you can spare!
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65th Annual Hatboro Holiday Parade
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Mark your calendar today for the 65th Annual Hatboro Holiday Parade THIS Sunday, November 23rd from 2 pm-4 pm. This year’s theme is “A Small Town With a Big Heart” and, as always, the Philly Phanatic will lead off the parade! Children are encouraged to bring their letters for Santa which will be collected by Santa’s Helpers from the USPS at the end of the parade. I will be there with some of my staffers to ring in the Holiday Season. This is one event you won’t want to miss - fun for the whole family!
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We are proud to offer Veterans Service Hours every second Thursday to assist veterans with a variety of issues – including but not limited to Compensation and Pension Claims, Education Benefits, State Benefits, and Burial and Survivor Benefits.
A veterans' service officer will be on site. Reach out to our office at 215-259-5962 to make a one-hour appointment. Call to make your appointment today!
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Pennsylvania State Capitol
105-B East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 705-2044
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District Office
19 S. York Rd.
Hatboro, PA 19040
(215) 259-5962
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