A Discussion on Project 2025 and Your Money
Join Senator Hughes and the Center for American Progress for an online town hall about how tariffs, taxes, and cuts to social security could impact your wallet.
This will again be an interactive discussion where Senator Hughes and his guest answer your questions!
Please share this invitation with any friends and family who have questions about Project 2025. All are welcome!
Over $16 Million to Fix Philadelphia School Buildings
Over $16 Million to Fix Philadelphia School Buildings Senator Hughes was proud to announce over $16 million dollars for Philadelphia public schools to make repairs and improvements to school buildings. The funds will be used for projects to fix windows,...
Residents to Get Relief at Brith Sholom
Residents to Get Relief at Brith Sholom Sen. Hughes joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city officials to announce that the PHA has reached an agreement to purchase the Brith Shalom apartment building. Amidst the joyful tears and applause from...
Hughes and Former Cassidy Student Celebrate New School and a Renewed Commitment to Education
Hughes and Former Cassidy Student Celebrate New School and a Renewed Commitment to Education Hughes and Former Cassidy Student Celebrate New School and a Renewed Commitment to Education Seven years ago, Sen. Hughes received a letter from a 10-year-old student at the...
Hughes Celebrates New, Affordable Senior Housing in Overbrook
Hughes Celebrates New, Affordable Senior Housing in Overbrook Senator Hughes attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Good Shepherd Senior, a new 55-unit senior community project offering high-quality, one-bedroom apartments for seniors. Sen. Hughes joined...
Over 160 Affordable Rental Units are Being Built in the 7th District!
Over 160 Affordable Rental Units are Being Built in the 7th District! Senator Hughes recently announced over $5.9M in affordable rental housing tax credits for 4 new projects, bringing the total neighborhood investment to over $75M Senator Vincent Hughes was proud to...
A New Community Hub for Youth and Their Families
A New Community Hub for Youth and Their Families Philadelphia Youth Basketball’s Alan Horwitz “Sixth Man” Center features 7 basketball courts, an education suite, mental health oasis, and multimedia labs Senator Hughes was proud to join Philadelphia Youth Basketball...
West Philly Affordable Housing Update
West Philly Affordable Housing Update We’re proud to share an update about a new affordable housing project in Mantua that is being supported by state investments Senator Hughes helped secure! Earlier this summer, Habitat for Humanity broke ground on 4 new affordable...
Cheyney University Accreditation is Reaffirmed
Cheyney University Accreditation is Reaffirmed We’re proud to share that Cheyney University’s accreditation has been reaffirmed, meaning the historically Black state school is no longer on probation. Back in February, Senator Hughes joined Cheyney President Aaron...
Making College Affordable in Pennsylvania
Making College Affordable in Pennsylvania WATCH: Senator Hughes shares an update on the fight for free and affordable higher education Lawmakers are currently working on negotiating Pennsylvania’s next budget which could impact many aspects of life in Pennsylvania,...
Finishing the Job to Fully and Fairly Fund Our Schools
Finishing the Job to Fully and Fairly Fund Our Schools WATCH: Senator Hughes shares an update on the fight to equitably fund our public schools The House of Representatives recently passed legislation that would answer the call from Commonwealth Court to fix...
We Can Stop Gun Violence by Investing in Communities
We Can Stop Gun Violence by Investing in Communities Senator Hughes recently brought together anti-violence community groups, gun violence advocates, and lawmakers to recognize gun violence awareness month and the impactful work of community violence...
No Justice Without Equal Justice
No Justice Without Equal Justice Senator Hughes recently contributed an op-ed to the Legal Intelligencer to explain why Pennsylvania’s first time funding for indigent defense and public defenders is an important step toward making the Commonwealth’s criminal...
Why Not Free College?
Why Not Free College? Recognizing Community College of Philadelphia’s Octavius Catto Scholarship Initiative Senator Hughes was joined by Representative Morgan Cephas and leaders from Episcopal Community Services to recognize a new round of Violence Intervention and...
Investing in Local, Anti-Gun Violence Efforts
Investing in Local, Anti-Gun Violence Efforts Philadelphia Leads in the Highest Reduction in Violent Crime Among Large Cities Senator Hughes was joined by Representative Morgan Cephas and leaders from Episcopal Community Services to recognize a new round of Violence...
Senator Hughes Announces Over $40 Million for Local Gun Violence Prevention Groups in Pennsylvania
Senator Hughes Announces Over $40 Million for Local Gun Violence Prevention Groups in Pennsylvania Senator Hughes recently joined Governor Shapiro and other lawmakers to celebrate $40 million that was awarded to community groups who are working at a local level to...
Celebrating Lee Morgan and the Legacy of Jazz in Philadelphia
Celebrating Lee Morgan and the Legacy of Jazz in Philadelphia Senator Hughes joined All That Philly Jazz and Philly community members for a beautiful ceremony to celebrate the historical marker unveiling for jazz great Lee Morgan! Lee Morgan was born in Philadelphia...
Celebrating a Historic Milestone for PA Public Defense
Celebrating a Historic Milestone for PA Public Defense Senator Hughes recently hosted a press conference with fellow lawmakers and legal leaders from across Pennsylvania to recognize a historic milestone for Pennsylvania public defense and the overall equality of...
Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Grant OPEN and Accepting Applications
Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Grant OPEN and Accepting Applications The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) has announced that the Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund (PAHAF) has reopened to homeowners struggling as a result of pandemic-related...
Fighting for Investments in Teachers!
Fighting for Investments in Teachers! Senator Hughes recently brought together a large coalition of lawmakers, teachers, students, education leaders, and advocates to talk about teacher shortages and what we can all do to support new and existing teachers. This is a...
Cheyney Strong!
Cheyney Strong! Senator Hughes recently stood with leaders, alumni, and students at Cheyney University to stand up for the integrity and legacy of the school, and fight back against the unfair and unwarranted Middle States decision to put the University on...
Governor Shapiro Proposes Big Investments in Education, Gun Violence Prevention, and Affordable Housing
Governor Shapiro Proposes Big Investments in Education, Gun Violence Prevention, and Affordable Housing What the Governor’s Budget Proposal Means for Our Communities WATCH: Senator Hughes shares why BOLD investments for the people of Pennsylvania are possible We have...
Important Updates to the 2024-25 College Financial Aid Form
Important Updates to the 2024-25 College Financial Aid Form The updated Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is now available! The FAFSA has recently undergone changes that make it easier for students and families to receive financial...