Rep. Peter Schweyer
@repschweyer.com
Proud to serve the people of Allentown, Emmaus and Salisbury Township.
District office: 2132 South 12th Street, Suite 306, Allentown.
Phone number: 610-791-6270
District office: 2132 South 12th Street, Suite 306, Allentown.
Phone number: 610-791-6270
I am pleased to share over $2 million in state funding is coming back to our region to support multiple community projects in our area. This funding will provide major improvements to our neighborhoods. To learn more about the investments, read our joint press release here: tinyurl.com/4bz644ka
December 19, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I am pleased to share over $2 million in state funding is coming back to our region to support multiple community projects in our area. This funding will provide major improvements to our neighborhoods. To learn more about the investments, read our joint press release here: tinyurl.com/4bz644ka
Today, I was pleased to join ASD Superintendent Dr. Birks, ASD School Board Pres. Andrene Brown Nowell, Taylor Brown from Sen. Miller's office and UWGLV Community Schools Staff at Roosevelt Elementary School to learn about the incredible work being done there on Social Emotional Learning!
December 18, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Today, I was pleased to join ASD Superintendent Dr. Birks, ASD School Board Pres. Andrene Brown Nowell, Taylor Brown from Sen. Miller's office and UWGLV Community Schools Staff at Roosevelt Elementary School to learn about the incredible work being done there on Social Emotional Learning!
The PA Dept. of Education has a new agreement with Commonwealth University to offer up to 16 college credits to eligible current and former PA law enforcement officers. This will help them continue their education or prepare for a new career after service. Learn more: tinyurl.com/y2d6c957
December 16, 2025 at 1:11 PM
The PA Dept. of Education has a new agreement with Commonwealth University to offer up to 16 college credits to eligible current and former PA law enforcement officers. This will help them continue their education or prepare for a new career after service. Learn more: tinyurl.com/y2d6c957
My next veterans' outreach will be on Friday, Dec. 19 from 10am to 2pm at my district office, 2132 South 12th St., Suite 306. Area veterans who are interested in learning more about the programs and benefits available to them and their families for their service should call 610-791-6270 for an appt.
December 15, 2025 at 7:23 PM
My next veterans' outreach will be on Friday, Dec. 19 from 10am to 2pm at my district office, 2132 South 12th St., Suite 306. Area veterans who are interested in learning more about the programs and benefits available to them and their families for their service should call 610-791-6270 for an appt.
Over the weekend, the Lights in the Parkway was vandalized causing thousands of dollars in damage. The Allentown Parknership is raising money for the repairs. If you would like to donate, please see the details below.
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Lights in the Parkway
By The Allentown Parknership
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December 15, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Over the weekend, the Lights in the Parkway was vandalized causing thousands of dollars in damage. The Allentown Parknership is raising money for the repairs. If you would like to donate, please see the details below.
tinyurl.com/yhm5jkj3
tinyurl.com/yhm5jkj3
I want to congratulate Dr. Carrie Rowe on her confirmation in the Senate this week as PA's Secretary of Education. I look forward to continuing our work with the department to support students, teachers and school administrators. Read more: tinyurl.com/4yjhn4fu
December 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
I want to congratulate Dr. Carrie Rowe on her confirmation in the Senate this week as PA's Secretary of Education. I look forward to continuing our work with the department to support students, teachers and school administrators. Read more: tinyurl.com/4yjhn4fu
Applications are now open for PA's 2025-2026 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)!
LIHEAP provides help with home heating bills for eligible Pennsylvanians to stay warm and safe during the winter months. For more info including how to apply: dhs.pa.gov/LIHEAP
LIHEAP provides help with home heating bills for eligible Pennsylvanians to stay warm and safe during the winter months. For more info including how to apply: dhs.pa.gov/LIHEAP
December 3, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Applications are now open for PA's 2025-2026 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)!
LIHEAP provides help with home heating bills for eligible Pennsylvanians to stay warm and safe during the winter months. For more info including how to apply: dhs.pa.gov/LIHEAP
LIHEAP provides help with home heating bills for eligible Pennsylvanians to stay warm and safe during the winter months. For more info including how to apply: dhs.pa.gov/LIHEAP
Fishing licenses for the 2026 season are now on sale! The PA Fish & Boat Commission says anglers can buy licenses, permits and vouchers at nearly 700 retailers across the state, or online here: tinyurl.com/vakwu8hs
Licenses will be valid from 12/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
Licenses will be valid from 12/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
December 1, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Fishing licenses for the 2026 season are now on sale! The PA Fish & Boat Commission says anglers can buy licenses, permits and vouchers at nearly 700 retailers across the state, or online here: tinyurl.com/vakwu8hs
Licenses will be valid from 12/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
Licenses will be valid from 12/1/2025 to 12/31/2026
A big thank you to Mrs. Custer, Principal at Jefferson Elementary in Allentown for inviting me to be a guest reader today for two of the 1st grade classrooms.
Nothing I enjoy more than spending time with our ASD students.
Nothing I enjoy more than spending time with our ASD students.
November 21, 2025 at 11:16 PM
A big thank you to Mrs. Custer, Principal at Jefferson Elementary in Allentown for inviting me to be a guest reader today for two of the 1st grade classrooms.
Nothing I enjoy more than spending time with our ASD students.
Nothing I enjoy more than spending time with our ASD students.
I want to thank Pastor Chris Cocca and Grace UCC Church for hosting the community last night for another great town hall conversation.
I appreciate everyone taking the time to come out and learn about what's happening in Harrisburg.
I appreciate everyone taking the time to come out and learn about what's happening in Harrisburg.
November 21, 2025 at 5:45 PM
I want to thank Pastor Chris Cocca and Grace UCC Church for hosting the community last night for another great town hall conversation.
I appreciate everyone taking the time to come out and learn about what's happening in Harrisburg.
I appreciate everyone taking the time to come out and learn about what's happening in Harrisburg.
My next veterans' outreach will be on Friday, Nov. 21 from 10am to 2pm at my district office, 2132 South 12th St., Suite 306.
Area veterans interested in learning more about the programs and benefits available to them and their families for their service should call 610-791-6270 for an appt.
Area veterans interested in learning more about the programs and benefits available to them and their families for their service should call 610-791-6270 for an appt.
November 14, 2025 at 5:25 PM
My next veterans' outreach will be on Friday, Nov. 21 from 10am to 2pm at my district office, 2132 South 12th St., Suite 306.
Area veterans interested in learning more about the programs and benefits available to them and their families for their service should call 610-791-6270 for an appt.
Area veterans interested in learning more about the programs and benefits available to them and their families for their service should call 610-791-6270 for an appt.
Save the date! I am holding a community town hall next week.
WHEN: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20
WHERE: Grace UCC Church, 623 Cleveland Street, Allentown.
Find out what’s happening in our district and any other state-related issues important issues to you.
I hope to see you there!
WHEN: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20
WHERE: Grace UCC Church, 623 Cleveland Street, Allentown.
Find out what’s happening in our district and any other state-related issues important issues to you.
I hope to see you there!
November 13, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Save the date! I am holding a community town hall next week.
WHEN: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20
WHERE: Grace UCC Church, 623 Cleveland Street, Allentown.
Find out what’s happening in our district and any other state-related issues important issues to you.
I hope to see you there!
WHEN: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20
WHERE: Grace UCC Church, 623 Cleveland Street, Allentown.
Find out what’s happening in our district and any other state-related issues important issues to you.
I hope to see you there!
Happening today! The Literacy Center is holding a tenants' rights information session with North Penn Legal services. Topics include making sense of your lease, communicating with your landlord, asking for repairs & more. It starts at 4:30p.m. To register: call Garrett at 610-435-0680, ext. 817.
November 5, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Happening today! The Literacy Center is holding a tenants' rights information session with North Penn Legal services. Topics include making sense of your lease, communicating with your landlord, asking for repairs & more. It starts at 4:30p.m. To register: call Garrett at 610-435-0680, ext. 817.
As the father of a college student, last night’s horror at Lincoln University is every parent’s worst nightmare. This was a senseless act of violence against all of us. My heart goes out to Lincoln’s students and their families, faculty and the entire Lincoln University community as they grieve.
House Education Chair Schweyer issues statement on tragic, deadly shooting at Lincoln University
HARRISBURG, Oct. 26 — Pennsylvania House Majority Education Chairman Peter Schweyer (D-Lehigh) issued the following statement on Saturday's tragic, deadly shooting at Lincoln University:“As the father of a college student, last night’s horror at Lincoln University is...
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October 26, 2025 at 2:32 PM
As the father of a college student, last night’s horror at Lincoln University is every parent’s worst nightmare. This was a senseless act of violence against all of us. My heart goes out to Lincoln’s students and their families, faculty and the entire Lincoln University community as they grieve.
The Lehigh Valley Humane Society and No Kill Lehigh Valley are teaming up for a free vaccine and microchip event in Arts Park tomorrow from 2pm to 5pm. Your dog can receive a DAPPv vaccine, a rabies vaccine, and a microchip for FREE! Its open to the first 200 dogs.
October 17, 2025 at 4:50 PM
The Lehigh Valley Humane Society and No Kill Lehigh Valley are teaming up for a free vaccine and microchip event in Arts Park tomorrow from 2pm to 5pm. Your dog can receive a DAPPv vaccine, a rabies vaccine, and a microchip for FREE! Its open to the first 200 dogs.
Thank you to Emmaus Borough Hall for hosting us for a town hall meeting last night. And thank you to everyone who attended. We had a good conversation, and I appreciate the opportunity to interact directly with you all!
October 17, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Thank you to Emmaus Borough Hall for hosting us for a town hall meeting last night. And thank you to everyone who attended. We had a good conversation, and I appreciate the opportunity to interact directly with you all!
It may be fall, but here's some news to get you in the holiday spirit! Lights in the Parkway is coming back next month! It will run from Nov. 28 through Jan. 6.
Early bird ticket sales are open now through Oct. 31. Get them online here: allentownpa.gov/LITP. There will be no on-site ticket sales.
Early bird ticket sales are open now through Oct. 31. Get them online here: allentownpa.gov/LITP. There will be no on-site ticket sales.
October 16, 2025 at 5:31 PM
It may be fall, but here's some news to get you in the holiday spirit! Lights in the Parkway is coming back next month! It will run from Nov. 28 through Jan. 6.
Early bird ticket sales are open now through Oct. 31. Get them online here: allentownpa.gov/LITP. There will be no on-site ticket sales.
Early bird ticket sales are open now through Oct. 31. Get them online here: allentownpa.gov/LITP. There will be no on-site ticket sales.
Just a heads up! My monthly veterans outreach is switching weeks. This month, it will be on Friday, Oct. 24th from 10am to 2pm. Area veterans can learn about the programs and benefits that are available for them and their families. Please call my office at 610-791-6270 to make an appt!
October 14, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Just a heads up! My monthly veterans outreach is switching weeks. This month, it will be on Friday, Oct. 24th from 10am to 2pm. Area veterans can learn about the programs and benefits that are available for them and their families. Please call my office at 610-791-6270 to make an appt!
Emmaus residents, please come out for my town hall next week!
When: Thurs., Oct. 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Emmaus Borough Hall. 28 S. 4th St., Emmaus, PA 18049.
Find out what’s going on in our district, the latest from Harrisburg, the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, and more!
When: Thurs., Oct. 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Emmaus Borough Hall. 28 S. 4th St., Emmaus, PA 18049.
Find out what’s going on in our district, the latest from Harrisburg, the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, and more!
October 9, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Emmaus residents, please come out for my town hall next week!
When: Thurs., Oct. 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Emmaus Borough Hall. 28 S. 4th St., Emmaus, PA 18049.
Find out what’s going on in our district, the latest from Harrisburg, the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, and more!
When: Thurs., Oct. 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Emmaus Borough Hall. 28 S. 4th St., Emmaus, PA 18049.
Find out what’s going on in our district, the latest from Harrisburg, the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, and more!
The 3rd Annual CaresFest is this weekend! Join the Crime Victims Council for an afternoon filled with fun activities for all ages, delicious food vendors, raffle baskets, and so much more! It's Saturday from Noon to 4pm at 2132 S. 12th St., Allentown.
September 30, 2025 at 6:14 PM
The 3rd Annual CaresFest is this weekend! Join the Crime Victims Council for an afternoon filled with fun activities for all ages, delicious food vendors, raffle baskets, and so much more! It's Saturday from Noon to 4pm at 2132 S. 12th St., Allentown.
Union workers are among the hardest working & most generous people you'll ever meet. I'll continue to support unions like @uaw.org & especially the graduate student workers at @pennstateuniv.bsky.social who fight to be recognized as full employees deserving of proper wages. youtu.be/ytgS22ssG1g
Schweyer: Supporting Unions Supports Everyone
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September 29, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Union workers are among the hardest working & most generous people you'll ever meet. I'll continue to support unions like @uaw.org & especially the graduate student workers at @pennstateuniv.bsky.social who fight to be recognized as full employees deserving of proper wages. youtu.be/ytgS22ssG1g
Be prepared for flu season! The Allentown Health Bureau's Flu Shot Fridays start today! Every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30pm at Alliance Hall, 245 N. 6th St.
Flu shots are available to anyone 6 mos. & and older. No insurance or residency requirements are needed. The clinic is open to everyone!
Flu shots are available to anyone 6 mos. & and older. No insurance or residency requirements are needed. The clinic is open to everyone!
September 26, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Be prepared for flu season! The Allentown Health Bureau's Flu Shot Fridays start today! Every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30pm at Alliance Hall, 245 N. 6th St.
Flu shots are available to anyone 6 mos. & and older. No insurance or residency requirements are needed. The clinic is open to everyone!
Flu shots are available to anyone 6 mos. & and older. No insurance or residency requirements are needed. The clinic is open to everyone!
WATCH TONIGHT: Community Conversation on impacts of cuts at the U.S. Dept. of Education.
The program starts at 6 p.m. tonight and examines the impact of plans by the Trump admin. to eliminate the U.S. Dept of Education and give control to state and local leaders. tinyurl.com/yjtpm9tc
The program starts at 6 p.m. tonight and examines the impact of plans by the Trump admin. to eliminate the U.S. Dept of Education and give control to state and local leaders. tinyurl.com/yjtpm9tc
WATCH TONIGHT: Community Conversation on Dept. of Education cuts
The hourlong program starts at 6 p.m. tonight and examines the impact of plans by the Trump administration to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education and give control to state and local leaders.
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September 25, 2025 at 6:39 PM
WATCH TONIGHT: Community Conversation on impacts of cuts at the U.S. Dept. of Education.
The program starts at 6 p.m. tonight and examines the impact of plans by the Trump admin. to eliminate the U.S. Dept of Education and give control to state and local leaders. tinyurl.com/yjtpm9tc
The program starts at 6 p.m. tonight and examines the impact of plans by the Trump admin. to eliminate the U.S. Dept of Education and give control to state and local leaders. tinyurl.com/yjtpm9tc
PennDOT, Safety Partners to mark National Child Passenger Safety Week with a free car seat check on Thursday in South Whitehall at the Target on Cedar Crest Blvd. It'll run from 11am to 3pm. Make sure your kids are safe, and their seats are properly installed.
September 23, 2025 at 12:40 PM
PennDOT, Safety Partners to mark National Child Passenger Safety Week with a free car seat check on Thursday in South Whitehall at the Target on Cedar Crest Blvd. It'll run from 11am to 3pm. Make sure your kids are safe, and their seats are properly installed.
Firehouse Fridays return today at Hibernia Fire Station! They'll run through Dec. 19 (closed for Black Friday, Nov. 28). It's a great opportunity for your children to meet some of the dedicated public safety personnel and learn about the firefighting equipment! Remember, kids & teens eat free!
September 12, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Firehouse Fridays return today at Hibernia Fire Station! They'll run through Dec. 19 (closed for Black Friday, Nov. 28). It's a great opportunity for your children to meet some of the dedicated public safety personnel and learn about the firefighting equipment! Remember, kids & teens eat free!