Rep. Melissa Shusterman

35 years ago the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. This landmark legislation continues to serve as a great foundation for equality for all.

Earlier this year I voted YES to raise our minimum wage. 16 years of the same minimum wage is not sustainable. Costs have risen and corporate profits keep rising – it’s time for a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work.

I’m very proud that @GovShapiro has signed my Lottery bill in to law! It will enable the PA Lottery to strengthen their finances and be more competitive, which in turn will produce more revenue that goes to benefit PA's senior citizens. pahouse.com/Shusterman/InT…

We celebrate and empower the disability community by advocating for justice, creating a culture of empowerment, and building an inclusive world for all!

I was honored to spend time with our neighbors at my annual Veterans BBQ event. A special thank you to these organizations: Office of Rep Chrissy Houlahan, Chester County Veterans Affairs, Chester County Recorder of Deeds, American Legion Paoli Post, Legal Aid Veterans Outreach.

Mitzvah Circle’s Supply Program provides free personal hygiene products to local libraries, prisons, community centers, colleges and more than 345 partner organizations. We’re proud to help them in their mission with our donation drive from now to July 18th!

Looking for a new career? PA CareerLink is hosting a multi-employer hiring event on Thursday, July 17 from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Register for the event at tinyurl.com/paclchesco

Did you know 1 in 5 Black women working in service jobs earn just 75% of white men’s earnings? My colleagues and I continue to work so that there’s equal pay for all in PA!

I’m proud to report that my bill on child custody modification (HB1412) passed the House! This bill requires a person requesting a custody modification to show a material change in circumstances. The bill now heads to the Senate.