Dear Neighbor,

Pennsylvania’s June 30 budget deadline has come and gone, yet we’re still waiting for the Senate to send a budget to the House.

While that delay is creating uncertainty for schools, nonprofits, counties, and community organizations across our Commonwealth, the House continued moving legislation after the deadline to lower costs, strengthen our communities, and invest in Pennsylvania’s future.

Image: With fellow Democratic members of the PA House on July 1st

Here’s a look at what I’ve been working on for you over the past week.

Warm regards,

Tarik

📞 215-482-8726
📧 RepKhan@pahouse.net
📍 4001 Main St., #101, Manayunk

IN THIS ISSUE:

🏛️ Budget Update: The House Keeps Working

🚑 Serving at America 250

🇺🇸 Roxborough’s Fourth of July Parade

📜 Having the Courage to Confront Our Past

⛪ The Promise of the American Dream

🌳 Exploring the Future of Boone Park

🚴‍♀️ Manayunk Bike Race is Back!

🏛️Harrisburg Update: Fighting for You

June 30 has long been Pennsylvania’s constitutional deadline for passing a state budget. This year, that deadline came and went without the Senate sending a budget to the House. The House passed our budget in mid-April, but the Senate left Harrisburg without acting and doesn’t plan to return to budget negotiations until July 7. Even then, it’s unclear when a final budget will be completed.

This delay has real consequences. Schools, nonprofits, counties, and community organizations rely on state funding to serve our communities. Without a budget, many are forced to borrow money just to meet payroll and keep their doors open, driving up costs that taxpayers ultimately pay.

While the Senate has delayed passing a budget, the House hasn’t stopped working. Since the June 30 budget deadline passed, we’ve continued advancing legislation to lower costs, protect our communities, and invest in Pennsylvania’s future, including bills to:

💵 Keeping Costs Down

Require businesses to clearly disclose credit card surcharge fees before a purchase is made.
Make it easier for homeowners to install rooftop solar panels by limiting unnecessary homeowners’ association restrictions.

🏘️ Protecting Our Communities

Protect foster youth by ensuring the federal benefits intended for them stay with them, helping young adults build savings as they transition out of foster care.
Prevent major projects, like data centers, from being added to government meeting agendas at the last minute, giving communities a meaningful opportunity to review proposals and make their voices heard.
Establish safeguards for AI companion technologies to better protect consumers.
Ban non-compete clauses that unfairly restrict employees in the broadcasting industry.

🏥 Investing in Education & Healthcare

Expand access to flu, pneumonia, and RSV vaccinations for eligible patients after a hospital stay.
Protect access to fertility preservation services for patients whose medically necessary treatment may cause infertility.
Provide funding for Penn State Pitt, Temple, Lincoln University, and Penn Vet.

🇺🇸 A Roxborough tradition since 1831

One of my favorite parts of Independence Day is joining Roxborough’s Fourth of July Parade, one of the nation’s oldest Independence Day traditions, dating back to 1831.

Image: Photo of me and several historical figures at Holy Family Parish

It was awesome seeing so many neighbors lining Lyceum Avenue to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary and the community spirit that has made this parade a Roxborough tradition for nearly two centuries.

Image: Photo with Strain Family and Uncle Sam on July 4th

Thank you to the organizers, volunteers, participants, and everyone who came out to make another Fourth of July one to remember. Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸

Having the Courage to Confront Our Past

As we celebrated America’s 250th anniversary, the Trump administration ordered the removal of the exhibits telling the story of the nine people enslaved at the President’s House at Independence National Historical Park.

Strong nations don’t erase their history. They have the courage to confront it. America doesn’t become weaker by acknowledging slavery, Jim Crow, and the genocide of Native Americans. We become stronger by learning from our past and continuing the work of building a more perfect union. Erasing these stories does not honor our Founders or diminish the extraordinary ideals of the Declaration of Independence. It simply makes it harder to understand the full American story.

Image: Click here or the image above to watch brief video

The courage to acknowledge our history is what has allowed our nation to grow stronger over the past 250 years. We should never shy away from telling the full American story, because only by understanding our past can we build a better future.

⛪ The Promise of the American Dream

I was honored to join the congregation at Ascension Mar Thoma Indian Church as we reflected on our nation’s founding and the enduring promise of the American Dream.

Image: Photo of me and Mar Thoma members

I shared the story of my father, who came to the United States in 1964 in pursuit of opportunity. His journey reminds me why I continue fighting to ensure every family has the chance to build a better future.

Image: Photo of me and Sathesh from Mar Thoma

Thank you to the congregation for the warm welcome and the opportunity to celebrate our shared values of faith, freedom, and community. 🇺🇸

Image: Photo of me and congregates of Mar Thoma

🌳 Exploring the Future of Boone Park

After celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, on Monday I joined the Friends of Boone Park, the Manayunk Development Corporation, city officials, and neighbors for a walk through Boone Park to discuss ways to enhance one of Manayunk’s hidden gems.

Image: My team and I joined with Parks & Rec and the Friends of Boone Park for a tour

Tucked above Main Street behind St. John the Baptist Church, Boone Park is a historic neighborhood green space with incredible views and tremendous potential. Together, we explored ideas to improve accessibility, beautify the park, and make it an even more welcoming place for our community!

Image: Took the time for a quick photo after the tour

🚴🏽 Don’t Call it a Comeback!

The Philadelphia Cycling Classic is coming back to Manayunk on August 30, 2026!!

Image: Flyer for the Philadelphia Cycling Classic

After a decade away, one of Philadelphia’s most iconic sporting events is returning to the Manayunk Wall. A huge thank you to Carlos Rogers for helping make this happen.

I’m proud to have supported bringing this exciting tradition back to our community. See you on the Wall! 🎉

All my best,

Tarik