Dear Friends and Neighbors,

 

I hope you find this week’s News and Events email helpful as we look at what’s coming up in and around the district.  As always, my team and I are here to help you with any state-related matter and are happy to provide as much information as we can. 

 

Whether you need a service, want to share your concerns, offer ideas or drop off a donation for one of our drives, we’d love to see you at my district office during our walk-in hours of 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday.  Alternatively, feel free to reach out at (215) 517-6800 or via email at RepSanchez@pahouse.net. 

 

Wishing you and yours a good week ahead.

 

Sincerely,

State Representative Ben Sanchez
 
A photo of Rep Sanchez speaking with the words "In this Issue" beside him
  • America's Most Wanted - Punxsutawney Phil
  • Governor Shapiro's 2026 Budget Address
  • Abington Senior High School's Varsity Soccer Visits the Capitol
  • February is Black History Month
  • Multimodal Grant Funding for Abington Township
  • Township Information
  • District Office Events
 

Wanted - Lying Groundhog!

This past Monday was Groundhog Day, one of Pennsylvania's longest standing traditions dating back to the 1800's. However, after Phil's latest prediction of six more weeks of winter I think it might be time to send him packing. #ImOverWinter
Image showing that the office will be closed for the holidays from December 24th through December 26 and again December 31 through January 2
 

Governor Shapiro's 2026 Budget Address

Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his annual budget address to the state Legislature this week. This budget plan provides affordability, investments in education, safe communities, and economic development opportunities to keep people, businesses and jobs in Pennsylvania.

 

His plan included priorities that:

  • INVEST IN STRONGER SCHOOLS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL CHILDREN
  • HELP WORKING FAMILIES KEEP MORE OF WHAT THEY EARN
  • MAKE LIFE AFFORDABLE BY LOWERING COSTS
  • MAKING COMMUNITIES SAFER AND HEALTHIER
  • GROWING JOBS AND THE ECONOMY
  • PROTECTING TAXPAYER DOLLARS
  • EVERYDAY AFFORDABILITY

To read his full speech, click here: Governor Shapiro’s 2026-27 Budget Address as Prepared for Delivery | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
 

Ghosts seen at the Capitol!
Image explaining that the PTRR Deadline is coming up on December 31st. TO call office for more information at 215-517-6800
It was an honor to welcome the PIAA State Champions, Abington Senior High School’s Varsity Soccer Team, to Harrisburg to be recognized by Speaker of the House McClinton on the floor of the PA House of Representatives. It was great to spend some time with these incredible boys, their coaches, Principal Dr. Alice Swift, Athletic Director Charles Grasty and Superintendent Dr.  Jeffrey Fecher.
 
I was proud to present them each with citations honoring their huge accomplishment and was glad to be able to honor Coach Randy Garber in person for his years of commitment to this team before his retirement from coaching.
 
Congratulations again on this historic win for the school district and go Ghosts!
Image explaining that the PTRR Deadline is coming up on December 31st. TO call office for more information at 215-517-6800
 

February is Black History Month
February is Black History Month, a time to reflect, honor, and celebrate the countless contributions of Black Americans to our nation’s history, culture and progress.

From trailblazers who fought for civil rights to leaders shaping the future today, Black history is American history. This month, we commit to learning, uplifting and continuing the work toward justice and equality for all.
 

Multimodal Transportation Funding Awarded
$1.5 million State Grant is coming to Abington Township.

This funding reflects the importance of coordinated state and local efforts to improve transportation infrastructure. Projects like this benefit drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders, and local businesses alike.

The Abington-Jenkintown Connections Project is a multi-phase pedestrian and stormwater improvement effort designed to enhance connectivity and infrastructure along Washington Lane, Jenkintown Road, Greenwood Avenue, and Meetinghouse Road. Planning for the project began in August 2017 under the leadership of the Abington Township Board of Commissioners and is being completed in collaboration with Jenkintown Borough.
 
 

TOWNSHIP HAPPENINGS AND INFORMATION
 
 

MY 2026 OFFICE EVENTS COMING UP
Information regarding a community member's coat drive.
 

SPRING SAVE THE DATES:

License Plate Restoration Event - Saturday, April 25th 

Annual Senior Fair - Friday, May 15th
 

Pennsylvania State Capitol
311 Irvis Office Building
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-7619

District Office

1175 Old York Rd.
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 517-6800

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