Today is Tax Day! This year, eligible Pennsylvanians will get more money with the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit. Learn more about how to get your taxes filed and claim your Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit on the PA Department of Revenue website: www.pa.gov/agencies/rev...
Nearly 1 million Pennsylvanians are receiving higher returns on their taxes from the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit. It’s part of our initiative to drive out relief to working families, small businesses & seniors by putting money back in your pockets.
Always a great time, Montgomery County!
ICYMI: Student teachers will be able to apply for a $10K student teacher stipend for the 26-27 school year on Thursday, April 16th at 4PM! Learn more on PHEAA's website: www.pheaa.org/funding-oppo...
@senvincenthughes.bsky.social helped announce when the next round of student teacher stipends will be open for eligible student teachers to apply: www.senatorhughes.com/senator-hugh...
Senator Vincent Hughes, School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington, and PFT President Arthur Steinberg stand with future educators who received a $10,000 stipend which enabled them to work as student teachers while pursuing degrees in education.
PFT President Arthur Steinberg speaks at a press conference announcing the application period for the PA Student Teacher Support Program
A student teacher who benefited from the $10,000 stipend speaks at a press conference announcing the application period for the PA Student Teacher Support Program
A student teacher who benefited from the PA Student Teacher Support Program holds a giant check for $10,000 alongside Senator Vincent Hughes
Future educators: The application period for $10,000 stipends for student teachers opens on Thursday, April 16th, at 4:00 p.m.
Proud to join with @senatorhughes.com @repcephas.com & Superintendent Watlington to encourage student teachers to apply for the PA Student Teacher Support Program!
Historic Fairmount Park fountain to be restored with $2.3M in state funding www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio...
Historic Welsh Fountain in West Fairmount Park to be restored and reimagined www.westphillylocal.com/2026/04/10/h...
State officials invest $2.3 million to revive fountain area in West Philadelphia www.phillytrib.com/news/local_n...
From @senvincenthughes.bsky.social: The Attic Youth Center provides LGBTQ young people with a safe space where they can feel welcome, grow their life skills, and access mental health support. I’m proud to stand with my colleagues to announce this significant state investment in the Center.
The Attic Youth Center, a local LGBTQ+ youth organization, celebrated a new $800,000 state investment with @senvincenthughes.bsky.social, Senator Saval, and Representatives Harris and Waxman epgn.com/2026/04/09/t...
@senvincenthughes.bsky.social gave a brief history and tour of the "Sixth Man" Center. This is a great example of how we can lift young people up by giving them access to sports, education, and opportunities to develop life skills. www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/programs
Individuals can get up to $805 back on their state return with the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, with more for dependents. But with two weeks until the deadline, only half of eligible residents have claimed it. whyy.org/articles/pen...
Do you need help with heating costs?
You can apply for LIHEAP right now. This program supports low-income households with cash grants that don’t have to be paid back.
As we reach the end of Women's History Month, let's remember to celebrate the work that women put in to succeed. It's the journey that should inspire us and set an example for future generations.
Happy Women's History Month!
Shout out to Cheyney University for being part of our College Fair and Workshop. Cheyney has seen a steep increase in enrollment over the past couple of years. CU! cheyney.edu
Thank you to everyone who made
@SenatorHughes' College Fair and Workshop at the Alan Horwitz “Sixth Man” Center!
@senvincenthughes.bsky.social hosted a College Fair and Workshop for almost 200 local high school students. Students got to meet with schools and learn about financial aid, choosing a major, navigating the day to day of college, and how to earn credits before entering college.
From @senvincenthughes.bsky.social: The House took an important step to get the budget negotiation process moving. I echo Chairman Harris’ commitment to delivering an on-time budget that addresses the real needs of our communities, schools, and businesses..." www.senatorhughes.com/senator-vinc...
Senator Vincent Hughes Applauds Introduction of 2026-27 Budget in the State House www.senatorhughes.com/senator-vinc...
From @senvincenthughes.bsky.social: Pennsylvania Democrats have been relentless in trying to get the state’s minimum wage raised, and time after time Republicans have stood in the way...Now, we have another opportunity to do right by workers. www.senatorhughes.com/senator-hugh...
PA is one step away from raising our minimum wage that has been stuck at $7.25 for 17 years. We just need Senate Republicans to bring the bill up for a vote in the Senate. www.senatorhughes.com/senator-hugh...
From @senvincenthughes.bsky.social: For most individuals, especially low-income individuals who can’t afford private counsel, criminal justice reform starts with a well-trained and appropriately funded legal defense. #GideonDay www.senatorhughes.com/senators-cap...
From @senvincenthughes.bsky.social: For too long, Pennsylvania invested nothing in indigent defense. I’m proud to see the progress we’ve made since 2023 in investing in this critical service and forming the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee. #GideonDay www.senatorhughes.com/senators-cap...
Senators Cappelletti and Hughes Fight for Fairness and Equity, Celebrate PA Public Defenders on Gideon’s Day www.senatorhughes.com/senators-cap...
TAX TIP: There’s a new tax credit in PA and it’s built to put cash in your pocket. It’s called the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit. If you qualify for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit—the EITC—you automaticallyqualify for this new state credit. pa.gov/wptc
🚨Opportunity Alert: The Navy Yard is now accepting applications for their Welder B Program. The program will prepare job seekers to excel as welders at Hanwha Philly Shipyard. Applications are open until Friday, March 20 at 5PM. navyyard.org/blog/applica...
SEPTA unveils proposed schedule to implement retooled ‘bus revolution' www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/s...
Need help with heating costs? Join PGW for LIHEAP Day on 3/26, 2–6 PM at Episcopal Community Services for in-person help with energy assistance programs. Register at bit.ly/26SpringLIHEAP
@senvincenthughes.bsky.social joined Teach Plus to discuss how the state is working to address teacher shortages and recruit a diverse pipeline of passionate, high-quality teachers. www.fox29.com/news/how-phi...
🚨TAX TIP for Small Businesses: If your business earned less than $250,000 in revenue, apply for the City of Philadelphia's FREE Business Tax Preparation Program, which provides small businesses with free local, state, and federal tax preparation assistance. www.phila.gov/2025-12-18-c...
