PA State Representative (HD-29), husband, dad, first generation college graduate, grew up waiting tables, small business owner (x2), attorney for working people
Bucks County
Joined November 2022
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988 is the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It's a free, confidential resource available for 24/7 support. With the recent tragedies of two young men in our region on my mind, I urge everyone to remind their communities that help is available & we can help stop this epidemic.
So proud that legislation I supported to ban student cellphone use during school hours has officially become law! By removing the distracting temptation of their phones, their focus is where it belongs: learning!
After a recent tragedy in a local gym pool, the victim's family was unable to pursue legal action because of a waiver that members are forced to sign.
Educating students on civics is one of the most powerful tools to preserve our democracy. I recently testified before the House Education Committee about my resolution that would explore the success of our efforts to strengthen civic education in PA’s public schools.
On Tuesday I voted in support of legislation that would open PA's primary elections to voters registered as Independent – who, here in Bucks County, comprise 18% of registered voters.
We’ve seen a steady decline in civic engagement over the last few years, paired with an increase in entertainment culture in politics; both are contributing to alarming polarization among Americans.
We had a great turnout at my annual Senior Fair with @SenSantarsiero! It was great seeing everyone and helping you connect with important resources that can make life easier as you age.
I testified recently before the #PaHouse Labor & Industry Committee about my legislation that would increase the amount of the worker compensation burial benefit granted to the surviving family of an employee in PA who suffers a fatal work injury.
The law should protect the dignity of grieving families who experience this tragedy, so I propose increasing this compensation from where it is now at only $7,000 to meet the actual burial cost in PA which averages $20,000.
Hosting my annual Disability Fair is a highlight for me every year! Thank you to everyone who came out & for those that couldn’t, please contact my office to find out how we can serve you!
Stocking #fish for #troutseason is just the beginning. Learn more about #fishing, waterways #conservation, and environmental stewardship at my Reeling in the Fun Event on May 2 from 9 a.m. to noon.
PA's community colleges play a vital role in preparing 1st responders with the skills they need to address emergencies, but they face a pervasive issue:
During a @PA_HouseApprops #pabudget hearing, I spoke with the PA State System of Higher Education & PA Commission for Community Colleges about my proposal with Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) to establish dedicated funding for community colleges to support these programs.