Dear Neighbor,

I’m excited to share the work I’m doing in Harrisburg and across the 190th Legislative District. Keep reading for updates, follow me on social media for the latest news, and reach out to my offices to learn how we can help you access state and local programs and resources.

You can now visit my Hunting Park Avenue Office every third Thursday of the month to receive city services! Our next day is Thursday, Oct. 15 – we’re open from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. so stop by to see how we can best serve you with state AND city resources!

We also provide a handicap placard workshop DAILY in our offices, so please contact us to find out more. ♿

I'm sorry to have to say that I must POSTPONE my Uplifting the 190th Community Festival due to expected bad weather on Sunday. We’ve RESCHEDULED to Saturday, Oct. 10 – same time, same location - Noon – 4 p.m. at the fabulous Dell Music Center!

I can’t wait to see everyone at this annual festival – we’ll just have to wait a little longer!

This week, I was proud to announce that seven projects in our area were awarded over $3 MILLION in funding through the state’s Local Share Account program, which allocates money to projects that are in the public interest from gaming revenue. These projects will help to uplift their communities with enhanced facilities and improved accessibility for everyone. I'm proud to be an advocate for these projects and for my neighbors in North and West Philadelphia!

Click the graphic above to read more about the projects!

I voted for a $7 million investment in the 2026-27 state budget to help transition EBT cards to chip-based cards in an effort to fight fraud and theft of SNAP benefits. This week, I was proud to stand with House Majority Appropriations Committee Chairman Jordan Harris in his district at The Fresh Grocer in Grays Ferry to talk about this investment and how it will impact our communities.

There has been an increase in phone scams attempting to persuade you to give them your information. The Dept. of Human Services will NEVER call or text you to ask for your personal information. Skimming devices at card terminals have also become more prevalent. I’m working with DHS and the State Office of Inspector General to make sure you’re informed about what a skimmer looks like and how to spot a scam. Read the graphics above for more details!

Chip-enabled cards will begin to be mailed to the 1.7 million Pennsylvanians who receive SNAP benefits starting in late Spring 2027, protecting these vital benefits from the growing, national trend of SNAP theft.

The general election for 2026 is right around the corner! Now is the time to make sure that you are registered to vote in PA and your voter information is correct (such as your street address, if you moved recently), find where your polling place is located, or to apply for a mail-in ballot. Monday, Oct. 19 is the deadline to register for this important election!

Click the graphic above or go to PhillyVotes.com to get started!

I’m asking you and one million of our friends and neighbors to sign my online petition and join the fight to get to One Million Signatures to be delivered to Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman to increase the minimum wage now!

Every state bordering Pennsylvania has a higher minimum wage, and 22 states have already increased theirs for 2026. Working Pennsylvanians deserve a living wage, and I will continue fighting in Harrisburg to ensure fair pay for all workers.

We are so close now and we’re going to make this happen - it’s beyond time to RAISE THE WAGE!

The Allegheny West Foundation and partners are working every day to address food insecurity in our community. Don’t miss their free food giveaway this Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., at 22nd St. and Indiana Ave., outside of the Allegheny West Foundation food distribution center.

Somewhere warm for your little ones after school 💛

The Boys & Girls Club on Wayne Ave. has a free after-school program waiting for your kids — with homework help, a literacy program, STEM, dance, sports, and a warm dinner every day. A soft-landing spot after school, and so much joy built in.

📍 4223 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140

🕒 Monday–Friday, 3PM–7PM

📞 215-324-6433

To apply, email MillerK@bgcphila.org for the online application link. 🌼

The next 19th Police District Captain’s Meeting is Monday, Sept. 21 at 6 p.m. at the TGR Learning Lab, 7401 Lansdowne Ave. Don’t miss this opportunity to find out about the public safety efforts in our community!

The Philadelphia Fire Department is asking for your assistance in helping us reach residents in your community who may need smoke alarms.

The Fire Department provides free smoke alarms to Philadelphia residents. Residents can call 311 to request an installation.

Don’t forget the Philly Foodworks Farmstand every Friday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at 1978 W. Hunting Park Ave.

The PA State Treasury has $40 million in unclaimed property that belongs to residents of the 190th District - so some of it could belong to YOU! It could be as simple as a misspelled name or an out-of-date address that’s keeping you from your claim. My office is here to help you search for any uncashed checks or payments, old bank accounts, tangible property, or any other assets that could belong to you. Contact my office so we can connect you with any possible unclaimed property that is rightfully yours!

Click the image above for a list of grant opportunities for our communities and details on how to apply. My office strives to make these opportunities available to you and our local organizations to help uplift our communities and neighbors with economic development. If there are listed grants that may be a fit for another organization, please feel free to share with your networks.

This is a reminder that you can always reach out to my office for help with any state-related issues. To stay informed, visit my website.

West Philadelphia Office

1719 N. 52nd Street, Unit G
Philadelphia, PA 19131 
(215) 240-7478

North Philadelphia Office

3333 West Hunting Park Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19132
(267) 439-4732