On the Issues

A Discussion on Project 2025 and Your Money

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!

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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, doors, rooves, bathrooms, and a ventilation system. Time...

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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 remaining residents, Sen. Hughes joined...

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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 labsSenator Hughes was proud to join Philadelphia Youth Basketball for the ribbon cutting at the Alan Horwitz...

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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 homes that will be built and sold to...

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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 Walton and other leaders to call out the...

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Making College Affordable in Pennsylvania

Making College Affordable in Pennsylvania

WATCH: Senator Hughes shares an update on the fight for free and affordable higher educationLawmakers are currently working on negotiating Pennsylvania’s next budget which could impact many aspects of life in Pennsylvania, including public education, public safety,...

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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 schoolsThe House of Representatives recently passed legislation that would answer the call from Commonwealth Court to fix Pennsylvania’s unconstitutional education funding system. House...

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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 intervention. The group gathered to call for more...

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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 justice system equal and fair...

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Why Not Free College?

Why Not Free College?

Recognizing Community College of Philadelphia’s Octavius Catto Scholarship InitiativeSenator Hughes was joined by Representative Morgan Cephas and leaders from Episcopal Community Services to recognize a new round of Violence Intervention and Prevention (VIP) funding...

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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 CitiesSenator Hughes was joined by Representative Morgan Cephas and leaders from Episcopal Community Services to recognize a new round of Violence Intervention and Prevention (VIP) funding that...

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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 and grew to prominence as a jazz trumpeter and composer in his...

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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 the Commonwealth’s criminal justice system. The state...

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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 call to action. We need more teachers. -...

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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 probation.All evidence...

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Keeping Neighborhoods Affordable

Keeping Neighborhoods Affordable

Senator Hughes Celebrates a Brand New Housing Program Senator Hughes recently celebrated $98M in affordable housing investments that will go toward preserving and building new affordable rental units. He gathered state, local, and federal lawmakers and leaders at...

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Lincoln Pride

Lincoln Pride

Celebrating Investments in PA State-Related Universities with the Lincoln U Freedom 14Senator Hughes joined Governor Shapiro, Senator Carolyn Comitta, Rep. Jordan Harris, and other lawmakers at Lincoln University for the signing of legislation for state-related...

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More Affordable Housing for More People in Pennsylvania

More Affordable Housing for More People in Pennsylvania

Let's Double Down, Triple Down Senator Hughes joined Mission First Housing Group for the grand re-opening of Monument Village, a 60-apartment affordable housing development in West Philadelphia. He celebrated the grand re-opening with tenants and called for lawmakers...

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Investing in East Falls

Investing in East Falls

Senator Hughes joined Rep. Tarik Khan and Rep. Roni Green to present the East Falls Development Corp. with over $200,000 to help with streetscaping and revitalization in the area. The state funds will be used to add new benches, bike racks, trash receptacles, and...

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Investing in the Historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course

Investing in the Historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course

And Supporting African American Golfers in PennsylvaniaSenator Hughes joined elected officials including Representative Morgan Cephas and Mayor Jim Kenney to break ground on a new project to revitalize the historic Cobbs Creek golf course and build a new Tiger Woods...

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Celebrating the History of Jazz in Philadelphia

Celebrating the History of Jazz in Philadelphia

Philadelphia has a strong history with the legacy of jazz and is home to many great jazz legends. Musicians like Lee Morgan, John Coltrane, and Butch Ballard all have strong connections to city of Philadelphia and West Philadelphia in particular. Senator Hughes...

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Calling for Fast and Aggressive Climate Action

Calling for Fast and Aggressive Climate Action

#ActNow on ClimateSenator Hughes joined Penn Environment in Love Park to speak about the urgency of the climate crisis and call for action now. Senator Hughes recently signed a letter with 75+ state and local officials to support aggressive climate action from...

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Stop the Gun Violence

Stop the Gun Violence

One Step Away from Commonsense Gun LawsSenator Hughes was joined by Senators Jimmy Dillon, Art Haywood, Tim Kearney, the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, and community leaders to call attention to two commonsense gun bills that are one step...

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National Night Out

National Night Out

Communities Making a Difference TogetherSenator Hughes celebrated National Night Out at 5 different neighborhoods around the district including Carroll Park, Parkside, Mantua, East Falls, and Strawberry Mansion. National Night Out was celebrated across the country on...

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Fund Our Schools Equitably and Adequately

Fund Our Schools Equitably and Adequately

When it comes to our schools, with a $9B surplus, a $5.1B Rainy Day Fund, a Commonwealth Court decision, and no Republican appeals, we should fund our schools NOW! If not now, when? In February, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania ruled that our public school...

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All About Education

All About Education

Supporting Students and Teachers in the 7th District
Senator Hughes has been busy in the district visiting schools and introducing legislation to financially compensate future teachers.

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STOP THE GUN VIOLENCE: Pass commonsense gun laws now!

STOP THE GUN VIOLENCE: Pass commonsense gun laws now!

Commonsense gun laws are one step away in PAThe Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently passed two, commonsense gun bills that would make communities throughout the commonwealth safer. The bills- HB1018 and HB 714- would: 1. Create a “Red Flag...

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Investing $100 Million for Affordable Housing!

Investing $100 Million for Affordable Housing!

“This is a big deal.” - Senator Hughes Yesterday, I held a press conference at the New Courtland Apartments on Henry Avenue to highlight $100 million dollars that is now available through the Housing Options Program for the preservation and construction of new...

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