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In this Update:
Northeast Philly in Focus: Updates from Senator PicozziVisiting MaST Community Charter School
I was invited to MaST Community Charter School to tour their facility and talk with students. It was great to see so many familiar faces. As the youngest member of the Senate, I believe it is important to engage the next generation in the legislative process. Stopping by Jack Costello Boxing Club
Thank you Jack Costello Boxing Club for inviting me to your gym and for all you do for the community. For three decades, you have been a cornerstone of the neighborhood and a refuge for at-risk youth. It is crucial that we support Northeast Philadelphia’s third spaces, so our youth have safe, positive environments to grow and thrive. Visiting Saint Anselm School
Thank you to Saint Anselm School for inviting me to visit, allowing me to speak to your students, and discussing the needs of your school with me . In Northeast Philly, Catholic schools are the bedrock of our community—it’s important to support them. Touring A Brighter Day Learning Center
I had an insightful visit to A Brighter Day Early Learning Center. I toured the facility, read to students, and had great conversations with administrators about the challenges facing childcare providers. Supporting childcare is crucial for our future—let’s work together to ensure these centers thrive. Speaking With InnovAge Staff
Thank you Innovage for inviting me to tour your Northeast Philadelphia facility. The mission of InnovAge is to enable seniors to live life on their terms in their own homes and communities. Thank you for all the work you do in helping our seniors age with dignity. PA Recovers $11.3 Million in Medicaid Fraud
One of my top priorities is fighting fraud throughout state government, and I’m pleased that Attorney General Dave Sunday’s Medicaid Fraud Team recovered more than $11.3 million in misused Medicaid funding in fiscal year 2024. In fact, a federal annual report ranked Pennsylvania first in the nation for number of Medicaid fraud charges filed against individuals and third in convictions secured. The report also states that Medicaid Fraud units across the country recover $3.46 for every $1 spent by the units. Retrieving this funding gave limited-income and vulnerable populations access to health care as intended. The Medicaid Fraud Team prosecutes those who defraud the program through unlawful billing or failure to provide services. It also prosecutes those who neglect or abuse Pennsylvanians dependent on their care and those who financially exploit older adults or care-dependent persons. Online Unclaimed Property Auction – March 26 and 27
Pennsylvania’s next auction of unclaimed property – including jewelry, collectible coins, currency and more – will take place on March 26 and 27. Treasurer Stacy Garrity said more than 5,500 items will hit the auction block, and anyone interested in bidding can register on the website of the Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s auctioneer partner, Pook & Pook. Unclaimed tangible property, like the items being auctioned, comes to Treasury most often from forgotten safe deposit boxes. Treasury works to find the rightful owner for at least three years before auctioning an item but holds auctions twice a year to make room for incoming property in Treasury’s vault – the largest working vault in the country. All items sold at auction are carefully documented, and net proceeds remain with Treasury until a rightful owner comes forward to claim the property – no matter how much time passes. Treasury is working to return more than $4.5 billion in unclaimed property that is owed to more than one in 10 Pennsylvanians. The average value of a claim is about $1,600. This money can belong to individuals, businesses, nonprofits, local government entities and other organizations. Anyone can search for unclaimed property online. My office is also always glad to help you file a claim or to answer any of your questions. Job Openings for Lifeguards at State Parks
Applications are being accepted through March 31 for summer job opportunities at 13 of Pennsylvania’s state parks. Lifeguards will be paid $17 an hour and must have proper certifications. Full-time and part-time schedules are available. Lifeguards are essential in safeguarding the health and safety of park visitors. Duties will include overseeing the swimming zones, upholding park policies and addressing emergencies. Find information about required qualifications and apply online here. Protect Your Home from a Flood
Flooding is the most frequent and expensive U.S. natural disaster. Yet, it’s not typically covered through most homeowners and renter’s insurance. More than 20% of the National Flood Insurance Program’s claims come from outside high-risk flood areas. Those who live in areas with low-to-moderate flooding risk are five times more likely to experience a flood than a fire in their home in the next 30 years. You can determine your risk using this flood map. Checking your policy and consulting your agent to confirm that flood perils are included in your insurance can save you. Review flood insurance basics so you know how to protect your home.
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