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Fighting for the 1st Senatorial District in Philly and for all Pennsylvanians. Solidarity forever. ✊🏾 www.pasenatorsaval.com

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · Nov 19

Hi Bluesky! Proud to be in the PA Senate working for—and with—the people of Pennsylvania for safe streets, freedom of movement, housing for all, care for all, fully resourced public schools, true justice in our systems, respect and dignity for workers, and a healthy, livable climate. Let’s do it.

Senator Saval stands behind his bicycle wearing a white helmet and a green suit.

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 4d

This year, we celebrate in the midst of great pain in our community, too. As we see masked federal agents divide families and sow fear in our neighborhoods, we hold tight to the knowledge that together we can keep each other safe.

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 4d

This weekend I was proud to join Asian Americans United and communities across Philadelphia for the 30th year of the Mid-Autumn Festival in our vibrant Chinatown! Events like this show our city at our best—many cultures, generations, and more coming together in hope and connection!

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 4d

Academic freedom has been under attack for years, and the funding compact follows in those footsteps.

Proud of the members of the Penn community and my colleagues in state government who are standing up against Trump's attacks on higher ed.

www.thedp.com/article/2025...

State legislators move to introduce bill blocking Penn from signing White House funding compact

The Oct. 3 memo condemned the compact as “another attempt” by the Trump administration to pressure universities “to comply with its political agenda.”

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 5d

People returning from incarceration deserve support, connection, and resources as they work to rebuild their lives. HOMECOMING is a space for anyone justice-impacted, whether you recently returned home or have been back for years.

Don’t miss out - and help spread the word by resharing this post!

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 5d

On Saturday, November 8th, my office is proud to host HOMECOMING: A Day for Justice-Impacted Philadelphians, in partnership with the Philadelphia Corporation for the Aging and the city’s Division of Reentry.

RSVP here: www.pasenatorsaval.com/event/dayfor...

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CFPB Union @nteu335.bsky.social · 10d

Senator Nikil Saval joins our fight to stop Russ Vought's corporate takeover of our democracy! @pasenatorsaval.com is the 1st elected official to sign the #StopVought petition ✊🏽

Join 1,700+ working people who've signed the petition urging Congress to impeach Russ Vought: www.change.org/StopVought

Photo of Pennsylvania state senator Nikil Saval and CFPB Union President Cat Farman at the 2025 Labor Day march in Philadelphia

RUSS VOUGHT'S RADICAL AGENDA:
Shut down the government
Steal money from veterans
Cut Medicaid & cancer research
Burden you with medical debt
Defund public services
Sign the petition at www.change.org/StopVought

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 11d

May this Yom Kippur help to carry forth tikkun olam: the drive to repair the world, first within the universes of our own souls and then outward and forward in the new year.

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 11d

Tonight, families throughout the commonwealth will begin their services and fasts for Yom Kippur—a holy time for reflection, repentance, and renewal. My staff and I wish all who are observing a meaningful fast. Tzom kal!

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 11d

My statement on the federal government shutdown.

Information on service impacts and how to navigate these changes is available from @scanlon.house.gov here: scanlon.house.gov/services/gov...

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 11d

The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, a network of county programs across PA, serves more than 3,000 victims each day. In Philadelphia, nearly 10,000 calls were made to the city hotline in 2024 alone.

We must pass a budget that ensures these doors to care stay open.

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 11d

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month—a time to bring attention to the cycle of power and control that affects millions. Intervention requires resources and community care, yet survivor-serving agencies are facing cuts as a result of PA's budget impasse.

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"Pass a State Budget", PCADV, 59 Programs Urge Legislators to Take Action - PennWatch

The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence and its 59 programs across the Commonwealth urge legislators to pass the state budget. Pennsylvania is one of three states without a state budget i...

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 12d

ICE is escalating their attacks throughout our city. With the skills and confidence to show up for our communities, we can help keep each other safe. Join us for a special solidarity training on October 14th at 6pm.

RSVP to save your space at: bit.ly/1014solidarity.

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Community Legal Services of Philadelphia @clsphila.bsky.social · 12d

TODAY is the deadline to apply for the Low Income Tax Freeze and Senior Citizen Tax Freeze!

Community Legal Services of Philadelphia @clsphila.bsky.social · Sep 11

Apply for the Low Income Tax Freeze and Senior Citizen Tax Freeze by September 30th! Thank you to Monty Wilson and Rachel Gallegos, Attorneys in the Homeownership & Consumer Rights Unit, for spreading the word. Go Birds.
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Apply for the Low Income Tax Freeze and Senior Citizen Tax Freese by September 30th!

YouTube video by Community Legal Services of Philadelphia

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 12d

Excited to join public health leaders from across the country at the #BloombergAmericanHealthSummit25!

At 10:45am, I’ll join researchers and nonprofit leaders to discuss recess policy, infrastructure inequities, and how to advocate healthy schools. 🏫

Tune in live at bit.ly/bloomberghealthsummit25

2025 Bloomberg American Health Summit

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 17d

🌈In honor of LGBTQIA+ History Month, we're partnering with the School District of Philadelphia and @galaeiphilly.bsky.social for a Free Legal Name Change Clinic!

📅 Sat, Oct 25 | 12–4 PM
📍 GALAEI, 118 Fontain St.

🔗 bit.ly/sdpname

#PHLed

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 18d

Solidarity with @pennanurses.bsky.social! Members of the Philly Senate Delegation wrote to Temple Health's CEO to show our support for the safety and well-being of Temple nurses and health professionals and, by extension, for their families and the patients they serve.

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Community Legal Services of Philadelphia @clsphila.bsky.social · 19d

Starting in October 2025, the Pennsylvania Prison Society is offering safe, affordable bus rides from Philadelphia to four state prisons — SCI Benner, SCI Frackville, SCI Mahanoy, and SCI Muncy. Visits to these institutions are critical to keeping families together, including CLS clients.

Pennsylvania Prison Society

Affordable Rides to Pennsylvania State Correctional Facilities Starting October 2025

Visits Matter

Seeing your loved one face-to-face can mean everything. That’s why we offer low-cost, reliable bus rides from Philadelphia to four state prisons—SCI Benner, SCI Frackville, SCI Manahoy, and SCI Muncy—to help families stay connected. When you ride with us, you can expect: Low-cost tickets; Comfortable, safe rides; Visiting slots guaranteed on your travel day—no separate Keystone booking.

Purchase tickets here: www.prisonsociety.org/services/transportation

Get in touch: 215-564-4775, helpline@prisonsociety.org

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PhillyVoice.com @phillyvoice.com · 20d

A collection of administrative records, student portfolios, photographs and other artifacts from UArts will live on at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. A portion of it will be on display Nov. 8.

UArts' archives to be preserved by Historical Society of Pennsylvania

The collection of administrative records, student portfolios, photographs and other artifacts from the shuttered university is now HSP's largest. A portion of it will be on display Nov. 8.

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 20d

As Rosh Hashanah and the High Holidays begin at sundown, I am wishing families across our commonwealth a happy new year! May this next year be one of interconnection, love, and justice. L'Shana Tova!

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 24d

Our 4th Annual Senior Celebration is almost here! Join us for a day of good food, good music, and great community.

🗓Saturday, September 27, 10am to 2pm
📍South Philadelphia Older Adult Center (1430 E. Passyunk Ave)

Enjoy music, hot lunch, an estate planning workshop, and more – all at no cost.

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 25d

Read the full memo from Sen. Hardy Williams and me here: www.palegis.us/senate/co-sp...

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 25d

Proud to honor Lt. Colonel George Hardy – the last surviving member of the Tuskegee Airmen – for his lifetime of service and sacrifice. Following the celebration of his 100th birthday, the Senate passed a resolution to recognize June 8th as “Lieutenant Colonel George Hardy Day” in PA.

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Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 26d

This Thursday, join the District Attorney's Office and local community leaders for a town hall on the possible deployment of the National Guard in Philly. As Trump intensifies his efforts to divide us, we must stand strong in our commitment to each other and to our democracy.

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 27d

ICE raids are violent acts, designed to sow fear, rip apart families, and make our communities less safe. We must continue to stand together in support of ALL our neighbors.

Senator Nikil Saval @pasenatorsaval.com · 27d

If you have information about the ICE raid in Mifflin Square Park today, I encourage you to report it via Juntos’s Raid Response Hotline: 814-205-3293.

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