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Looking back at 2025 and forward to 2026 |
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Thank you for making 2025 such an impactful year. It has been an honor to serve the residents of the 197th, and I’ve cherished the opportunity to connect with so many incredible people—especially during events like Community Day and through volunteering. |
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I’m so excited to carry this momentum into the new year! Cheers to 2026! |
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Pennsylvania is left behind… again |
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Workers in multiple states are getting a minimum wage hike- including New York and New Jersey (again)- but not Pennsylvania.
We often hear claims that Pennsylvania employers will “run for the border” if the state raises its minimum wage. But move where? Every neighboring state has increased its minimum wage at least once since 2009.
A strong economy is built on a fair day’s pay for a hard day’s work. House Democrats have repeatedly passed bills to boost Pennsylvania’s minimum wage, but they are continuously killed by Senate Republican Leaders like Joe Pittman and Kim Ward. You can send a message on your behalf to your state’s Senate leadership here.
Enough is enough. Our neighboring states are leaving the commonwealth in the dust. It’s past time Pennsylvania raises the minimum wage. |
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Need energy assistance? LIHEAP is open! |
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Applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program opened on December 3. Please contact my office at 215-223-1890 if you need help applying for LIHEAP or need help with utility-related issues. |
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Heading to the Flower Show? |
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Planning a trip to the 2026 Philadelphia Flower Show? SEPTA is a convenient way to get there, especially if you prefer not to drive into the city.
The Flower Show runs from February 28 to March 8 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. If you are 65 or older and plan to use SEPTA, please stop by my office as soon as possible. SEPTA Senior passes take approximately 4–6 weeks to arrive by mail.
Starting the process early will help ensure you’re ready to travel when the Flower Show begins! Contact or visit my office to get started. |
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My office is here to help! |
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My team and I are ready to help you with a range of services, including filing for your Property Tax/Rent Rebate, help with PennDOT and unemployment services.
Please stop by my Philadelphia office (635 W. Erie Avenue), call us at (215) 223-1890 or email RepBurgos@pahouse.net to learn more about the services we offer and get started! |
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Pennsylvania State Capitol 106 Irvis Office P.O. Box 202197 |
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District Office 635 W. Erie Ave. |
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