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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · 6d

For those in the hospitality industry who would like to take a training on recognizing human trafficking go here: prla.org/human-traffi...

The more people who become trained to spot human trafficking, the more victims we can help. I look forward to voting in favor of this bill.

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Human Trafficking Prevention Training - PRLA

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · 6d

This week, I attended an emotionally stirring discussion on human trafficking.

We discussed H.B 1286, sponsored by my colleague @repreginayoung.com, which would mandate human trafficking awareness training for workers in the hospitality industry to spot signs of human trafficking.

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · 6d

In this week's e-news update, I give the latest on budget negotiations, bills we passed in the House this week, and what I've been up to in Harrisburg!

Read more: www.pahouse.com/boyd/EmailAr...

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Sep 5

It's time for PA Senate Republicans to pass a #PaBudget that invests in mass transit and public education for a better future.

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Sep 5

When routes are cut and schedules are slashed, communities suffer. Students are stranded, parents scramble for after-school activities, and opportunities dwindle. Transit is vital for education, jobs, and economic growth.

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Aug 8

In this week's email update, I share the latest SEPTA funding negotiations in Harrisburg, programs designed to help you and my upcoming events!

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jul 11

In this week's e-mail, I joined my fellow legislators in speaking out against the Trump administration's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" and how it will hurt the 163rd District.

Read it all here: www.pahouse.com/boyd/EmailAr...

Rallying against the Big, Ugly Bill

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jul 9

In Pennsylvania, we need policies that strengthen the middle class and lift up those who are struggling, not legislation that rigs the system even further in favor of the wealthy few.

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jul 9

Thousands across our district will lose Medicaid and SNAP benefits, we’re losing clean energy tax credits to blow up the national debt. And what is the gain? Tax cuts to the ultra-rich.

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jul 9

I joined my fellow legislators yesterday to speak out against the Trump administrations so called “Big Beautiful Bill.” We made our stance clear, this big, UGLY bill will make substantial cuts to vital services that we cannot fill on the state level.

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jul 7

In our district, the Upper Darby Underground Railroad Walking Tour is something I encourage residents to partake in (especially in September!)

Read more here: greaterupperdarby.com/upper-darby-...

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Upper Darby Underground Railroad Walking Tour

This is the first iteration of an ongoing effort to research and highlight the history of the Underground Railroad and early American life in our community. Our local history is an important part o…

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jul 7

The House just passed a resolution recognizing September 2025 as "International Underground Railroad Month" in PA!

It took unimaginable courage and heroism to participate in the Underground Railroad

Read more here: palegis.us/legislation/...

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House Resolution 275 Information; 2025-2026 Regular Session - The Official Website of the Pennsylvania General Assembly

View the status of PA General Assembly bills including history, text, co-sponsorship memos, summaries, actions, fiscal notes, and statute references. Download legislation in HTML, PDF, or Word.

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jun 30

As a co-chair of the newly relaunched Pa. Youth & Public Safety Caucus, I'm fighting to improve the lives of young people across the state through collaboration and partnerships with a variety of organizations and community leaders. Working together, we can make a difference!

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jun 27

It was a busy week at the Capitol as we work to pass the budget. This week's e-newsletter includes a run-down of our latest bills, a list of my upcoming events, office closure reminders and more!

Read more here: www.pahouse.com/boyd/EmailAr...

The latest news and events in Harrisburg and the district!

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jun 23

Investing in clean energy creates jobs, saves taxpayers money, and benefits communities, which is exactly what Pennsylvania’s Solar for Schools program works to do.

Check out my opinion piece, posted on City & State Pennsylvania: www.cityandstatepa.com/opinion/2025...

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jun 4

Parts of Delaware County are under a Code Orange Airy Quality Action Day today due to high ozone levels caused by wildfire smoke and hot weather.

If you're young, elderly or have respiratory issues like asthma, please try to stay indoors and limit outdoor activities today.

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jun 3

Contraceptives are not just for preventing pregnancy—they also help treat conditions like endometriosis and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Basic preventative care should not be a luxury only available to some.

It is now up to the Senate to do the right thing and pass this bill!

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Jun 3

Under the current presidential administration, we have seen policy proposals that threaten access to contraceptives available to women.

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · May 12

Last week, the PA House passed a resolution congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles on their amazing Super Bowl victory! May 7, 2025, will now be known as “Philadelphia Eagles Day at the Capitol.”

To celebrate, the Eagles lent not one but TWO Lombardi Trophies to the House Floor!

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · May 9

It was a busy week at the Capitol! In this email, I break down the laws we passed- including the Working Pennsylvanian's Tax Credit and the Cannabis Health & Safety Act- highlight the events I attended and showcase some important upcoming events!

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · May 7

I was proud to vote "yes" for the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit! Under this bill, more than a million working Pennsylvanians could receive up to $2,300 back in their pockets during tax time.

This is money for whatever you want or need to spend it on!

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · May 5

I had a great time this weekend at the Delco Environmental Fair! We talked sustainability, clean energy and how we can all protect our environment ♻️🌎

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Apr 28

Ten meetings will be held from Wednesday, April 30 through Friday, May 9. During these sessions, impacted workers can be connected with career resources like job search assistance, filing for unemployment benefits and health insurance information. 2/2

repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Apr 28

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry's (L&I) Rapid Response team will soon be hosting virtual meetings for employees affected by the recent Crozer Health layoffs

Follow this link to sign up: bit.ly/42Cynnq

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repheatherboyd.com @repheatherboyd.com · Apr 25

In this week's legislative email, I give my thoughts on the Crozer Health closure, highlight my week in Harrisburg and spotlight some important upcoming events.

Note that my Pet Expo has been rescheduled to May 3 due to weather!

Read more here: www.pahouse.com/boyd/EmailAr...