Last week, Gov. Shapiro delivered his budget address, outlining a plan that strengthens education and makes everyday life more affordable, all without raising taxes.

The budget emphasizes the following priorities House Democrats have been pushing for:

• Every student in every school gets a chance to succeed with hard work.
• Every local business has the tools to compete and create jobs.
• Working Pennsylvanians get money back in their pockets to help pay for the things they need, like affordable groceries and housing.
• Making sure everyone can afford to see a doctor when they get sick.

Another essential aspect of the budget is preparing Pennsylvania for potential federal uncertainties. The plan creates a Federal Response Fund to help maintain critical services for Pennsylvanians in the event of reduced or delayed federal support.

While our discretionary budget accounts for roughly one-third of state spending, nearly 40 percent is funded through federal programs, making it crucial to be prepared in case those commitments are not fulfilled.

Over the next month, both House and Senate Appropriations Committees will conduct hearings with each state agency to review their portion of the Governor’s proposal.

I look forward to working with my colleagues over the next few months to deliver an on-time budget that continues to invest in Pennsylvania’s future. Let’s get to work!

The Shapiro administration put together a new list of resources for individuals and organizations/businesses to consider during immigration enforcement operations: Know Your Rights | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

While the extent of activity and response to ICE in Minneapolis has not reached Delco yet, I am sharing these resources because there is an active ICE presence here in our community. The Delaware County Times has reported that up to 300 people have been detained by ICE in Upper Darby alone and our Congresswoman, Mary Gay Scanlon, recently visited the Philadelphia Detention Center to find out more about the death of Parady La, an Upper Darby resident who died last month while being held in custody in Philadelphia.

La came to the United States from Cambodia with his family as a refugee when he was a toddler and he had permanent legal status.

There are other signs that ICE activity could be scaling up soon: the Delaware County Times reported recently that ICE bought a 527,000-square-foot warehouse in Berks County for $87.4 million.

No one should be in fear of their safety when they enter our district, and I stand committed to protecting the dignity and rights of ALL constituents in the 163rd district and beyond.

In observance of President’s Day, my office will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16. We will reopen for our regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday, Feb. 17.

I wanted to remind everyone that applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program are now available.

Through the program, you can apply for a cash grant to help pay your heating bill—from $200 to $1,000 based on your household size, income, and fuel type.

For more information, click here. You can also contact my office if you need help applying for LIHEAP or need help with any utility-related issues.

Join me to access state programs and services this winter! Please RSVP for all events at (484) 200-1563 or by emailing RepBoyd@pahouse.net.

My Clifton Heights office will be open for extended hours on Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to better serve constituents. For more information, call (484) 200-1563.

Join my office for our Property Tax/Rent Rebate and LIHEAP Clinic on Thursday, Feb. 19! 

For LIHEAP assistance, please bring a recent bill from your main heating source and proof of income for each household member.

For Property Tax/Rent Rebate assistance, you must be 65 or older, a widow or widower 50 or older, or disabled and 18 or older. Please bring proof of eligibility and proof of 2025 income, 2025 paid property taxes or 2025 paid rent to complete the rebate.

For more information about each program and its eligibility requirements, please contact my office at 484-200-1563.

Date: Thursday, Feb. 19

Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Location: Township of Darby Municipal Building, 21 Bartram Ave., Glenolden, 19036

My office is teaming up with Sen. Tim Kearney’s for a SEPTA Senior ID Event on Wednesday, Feb. 25! Stop by and we’ll help you complete your application for a FREE SEPTA Senior ID Pass or help renew an expired pass.

If you plan to attend, please bring your PA identification card and register ahead of time. You can RSVP your spot by calling my office at 484-200-1563.

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 25

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Clifton Heights Borough Hall, 30 S. Springfield Road, Clifton Heights, 19018

We’re bringing services right to your doorstep! Join us on Monday, March 2, at Collingdale Borough Hall during our mobile-office hours and discover all the great resources available to you.

Date: Monday, March 2

Time: 9:30 a.m. – noon

Location: Collingdale Borough Hall, 800 MacDade Blvd., Collingdale, PA 19023

My office is partnering with the Affordable Housing Centers of Pennsylvania for our Delaware County Homeownership Fair! Scan the QR above or click here to sign up.

Date: Saturday, March 7

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Location: Delco Community Center, 767 Beech Ave., Glenolden, 19036

Join me on Thursday, March 12 for coffee and conversation! Let's chat about resources, share information, and discuss civic engagement, community, and local opportunities. I hope to see you there! 

Date: Thursday, March 12

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Location: 6 S. Springfield Road, Clifton Heights, 19018

Join Rep. Gina H. Curry and me for our annual Shred Event! This year, we’ll be at the new Delaware County Community College Southeast Center in Drexel Hill on March 14, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 610-259-7016 to pre-register.

Date: Saturday, March 14

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: 409 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill

Pennsylvania State Capitol
106-A East Wing

PO Box 202163
Harrisburg, PA 17120-2163
(717) 783-8099

District Office

6. S. Springfield Rd,

Clifton Heights, PA 19018
(484) 200-8262

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