Senator John Kane

Veterans Breakfast
2025-11-01 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Elam United Methodist Church, 1073 Smithbridge Rd, Glen Mills, PA, 19342, United States
I am proud to partner with Boy Scouts of America Troop 260 to host a special Veterans Breakfast honoring the men and women who have served our nation. This event is an opportunity to come together as a community, share a meal, and express our gratitude to those who answered the call of duty.
Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Elam United Methodist Church | 1073 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills, PA
Registration is required, and seating is limited. Please call Senator Kane’s District Office at 610-447-5845 to reserve your spot.
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 17, 2025
We look forward to welcoming our veterans and their families for this special morning of fellowship and recognition. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Veterans Appreciation Lunch
2025-10-23 11:00 - 13:00 | American Legion Post 926, 3220 Concord Road, Aston, 19104, United States
I’m proud to join State Representative Leanne Krueger in hosting a FREE Veterans Appreciation Lunch to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans in the 161st Legislative District.
– Thursday, October 23
– 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
– American Legion Post 926, 3220 Concord Rd., Aston, PA
– Please park in the side lot and follow signs.
Veterans and a family member are invited to enjoy lunch, connect with resources, and meet with the Pennsylvania Mobile Veterans’ Van, which will be on-site to help with benefits such as health care, disability, pensions, education, and more.
Seating is limited, so please RSVP by calling (610) 534-6880 or emailing RepKrueger@pahouse.net.
We look forward to seeing you there and saluting your service.

5th Annual Overdose Awareness Vigil
2025-08-28 19:00 | Delaware County Courthouse, 201 W Front Street, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Senator Tim Kearney and I will be hosting our annual Overdose Awareness Vigil at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 28, in front of the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, PA.
This year marks the fifth consecutive time that we’ve teamed up to raise awareness and combat the stigma surrounding overdoses.
We are inviting the entire community to come out and show support to family members and friends who have lost a loved one due to a drug-related death.
Several local organizations are confirmed to participate and will be onsite to provide substance-use disorder resources and other helpful information to those who may need it.
Did You Know:
Annually, August 31 is recognized as International Overdose Awareness Day and is a chance for the broader public to join in remembering and honoring the lives lost to overdose. The day also aims to reduce the stigma associated with substance-related deaths.

Pet Expo
2025-05-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Upland Park, 280 6th Street, Brookhaven, 19015, United States
Calling All Pet Lovers!
Mark your calendars for our upcoming annual 2025 Pet Expo with Representative Leanne Krueger! Whether you’re a proud pet parent, animal enthusiast, or just looking for a paw-sitively amazing day out, this event is for YOU!
What to Expect:

FREE vaccines for dogs and cats
FREE microchipping for dogs- Delco residents only
Pet-friendly products & giveaways
Fun for the whole family (yes, even your pets are welcome too!)

Stop by and don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate all things furry, feathered, and fabulous! Maybe even meet our 2025 Pet March Madness Winners too…
📅 When: May17th, 10 AM-1 PM📍 Where: Upland Park

Grant Expo
2025-05-15 14:00 - 16:00 | ACCESS Chester Community Center, 701 Booth Street, Chester, 19013, United States
Join us for an exciting Grant Expo hosted by Senator John I. Kane! This event offers valuable funding opportunities for municipalities, non-profits, and small businesses. Through a mix of presentations and informative exhibits, you’ll learn about grant opportunities from various funding sources. Don’t miss this chance to discover financial resources that could benefit your organization!
The event will be held at ACCESS Chester Community Center located at 701 Booth St, Chester, PA 19013 from 2-4pm on May 15th. RSVP Deadline is May 13th.
Please note: Pre-registration is REQUIRED to attend this event.
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Senate Democratic Caucus Policy Committee Hearing Regarding Worker Protections
2025-05-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Samuel Staten Jr. Building: Laborers Training Facility, 1333 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19122, United States
On Wednesday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller (D-14) will host a Policy hearing at Samuel Staten Jr. Building: Laborers Training Facility alongside Senator Hughes (D-7), Senator Kane (D-9), Senator Saval (D-1), Senator Street (D-3), and Senator Tartaglione (D-2).
This hearing will examine ways to protect Pennsylvania’s infrastructure and economy with a skilled, protected, and reliable workforce.
WHAT: Senate Democratic Policy Committee Hearing on Worker Protections
WHO: Chairman Miller, Senator Hughes, Senator Kane, Senator Saval, Senator Street, and Senator Tartaglione, along with the following testifiers:

Chris Hallack, Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry
Ron Meischker, Director of Industry & Labor Compliance, Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenter
Joseph McMonigle, Business Agent, Plumber’s Local Union Local 690
Mike Ford, Secretary-Treasurer, Pennsylvania State Building & Construction Trades Council
Antione Little, Vice President, AFSCME District Council 33
Ed Dupree, Member, UFCW 1776
IBEW
LIUNA
Sheet Metal Workers

WHEN: Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST
WHERE: 1333 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Samuel Staten Jr. Building: Laborers Training Facility
For those who cannot attend in person, the hearing will be streamed live at PASenatorMiller.com/Policy.
Members of the press are encouraged to RSVP to Gail Vivar at 201-870-2378 and Gail.Vivar@pasenate.com.

Real ID Webinar
2025-04-14 12:30 - 14:00 | Virtual
I am proud to be partnering with PennDOT to host a REAL ID webinar on April 14 at 12:30 PM! During this webinar, we’ll be explaining what a REAL ID is, why you may want one, and how you can get one before the May 7 REAL ID Enforcement date. This virtual presentation is completely free to attend, so mark your calendars and tell your friends.

Blood Drive
2025-03-28 12:00 - 17:00 | Neumann University, 1 Neumann Drive, Aston, 19014, United States
My office is teaming up with the American Red Cross and Neumann University to host our annual Blood Drive!
Join us on Friday, March 28th from 12pm to 5pm at the Neumann University Bruder Life Center located at 1 Neumann Drive, Aston, PA 19014.
Your contribution can make a difference! Sign up and pre-register with the link below!
Schedule a Blood, Platelet or Plasma Donation | American Red Cross (redcrossblood.org)

Senior Scam Prevention & Real ID Event
2025-03-19 10:30 - 11:30 | Chester Senior Center, 721 Hayes Street, Chester, PA, 19013, United States
Senator Kane, along with the Delco District Attorney’s Office & PennDOT, are proud to announce a Senior Scam Prevention & Real ID event at the Chester County Senior Center on Wednesday, March 19th, at 10:30 AM.
This event aims to provide the senior community and their families with information on how to spot common scams and safeguard personal information. Along with this crucial information, attendees will also hear a presentation from the Delaware County DA’s Office and PennDOT on how to obtain a Real ID.
In addition, attendees are encouraged to bring expired/unwanted medications to be safely disposed of with the Delco DA.
Senator Kane expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, “Empowering seniors and their families with awareness and digital literacy is crucial in reducing their susceptibility to these scams.” Senator Kane then noted that, “Scammers often exploit vulnerabilities, and with rapidly evolving technology, safeguarding the senior community from exploitation in an increasingly digital world is more important than ever.”
The event is made possible through the generous support of the Chester Senior Center, the Delco District Attorney’s Office, and PennDOT.
For more information, please contact the Office of Senator Kane.

Policy Hearing: Healthcare Accessibility and Hospital Closure Impacts
2025-03-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Neumann University, 1 Neumann Drive, Aston, 19014, United States
On Monday, March 10, Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller along with Senator Cappelletti, Senator Kane, Senator Kearney, and Senator Anthony Williams will host a Policy hearing on Healthcare Accessibility and Hospital Closure Impacts.
This hearing will examine the consequences of hospital closures in the commonwealth and its impact on the residents of Pennsylvania. Testifiers will also discuss how to prevent this from happening in the future. This hearing will be hosted in Delaware County, with a Zoom option for members to participate virtually.
This hearing will be at Neumann University, John J. Mullen Communications Center: Student Multipurpose Hall, One Neumann Drive, Aston, PA 19014-1298.

Kennett Library Satellite Office Hours
2024-06-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Kennett Library, 320 State Street, Kennett Square, PA, 19348, United States
WE’RE HERE TO HELP!
SEPTA Senior Key card registration & renewal | Property Tax/Rent Rebate applications | Unemployment compensation problems | Birth & death certificate applications | Any problem with state government!
EVERY 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
10am – 2pm
January 17 • February 21 • March 20 • April 17 • May 15 • June 19
Kennett Library | 320 State St. | Kennett Square, PA 19348
For more information, contact Senator Kane’s Office at 610.447.5845

LCH Health and Community Services Satellite Office Hours
2024-06-12 09:00 - 13:00 | LCH Health and Community Services, 731 W Cypress Street, Kennett Square, 19348, United States
WE’RE HERE TO HELP!
SEPTA Senior Key card registration & renewal | Property Tax/Rent Rebate applications | Unemployment compensation problems | Birth & death certificate applications | Any problem with state government!
EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
10am – 2pm
January 10 • February 14 • March 13 • April 10 • May 8 • June 12
731 West Cypress Street | Kennett Square, PA
For more information, contact Senator Kane’s Office at 610.447.5845.

Chester Senior Center Satellite Office Hours
2024-06-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Chester Senior Center, 721 Hayes Street, Chester, PA, 19013, United States
WE’RE HERE TO HELP!
SEPTA Senior Key card registration & renewal | Property Tax/Rent Rebate applications | Unemployment compensation problems | Birth & death certificate applications | Any problem with state government!
EVERY 1ST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
10am – 2pm
February 7 • March 6 • April 3 • May 1 • June 5
Chester Senior Center | 721 Hayes Street | Chester, PA 19013
For more information, contact Senator Kane’s Office at 610.447.5845

Senior Legal Clinic
2024-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Brookhaven Municipal Center, 2 Cambridge Road, Brookhaven, 19015, United States
I am partnering with Rep. Leanne Krueger to offer the senior citizens of our legislative districts the opportunity to have a will drafted with legal professionals. Registration is required for this event. Please call my office at 610-447-5845 or email efelpel@lasp.org to register and to reserve your spot.

SEPTA Senior Pass Event
2024-03-07 11:00 - 14:00 | Chester Heights Borough Building, 53 W. Baltimore Pike, Chester Heights, 19017, United States
Attention seniors over 65! Join us for our Senior Septa Pass event on March 7th, 2024 from 11am-2pm at Chester Heights Borough building.
Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing, we’re here to make getting your free senior Septa pass as easy as possible. The Chester Heights Borough Building is Handicap accessible!

Policy Hearing: Reining in Water Rates: The Unintended Consequences of Act 12 of 2016
2024-01-22 11:00 - 13:00 | West Whiteland Township Building, 101 Commerce Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
On January 22, Senators Muth, Kane, Comitta, Kearney, and Schwank will host a policy hearing discussing the unintended consequences of Act 12 of 2016. This hearing seeks to uncover how the shift to fair market value in water utility acquisitions has inadvertently led to increased customer rates and financial burdens, along with a discussion of policy solutions that can ensure Pennsylvanians are paying a fair rate for their water utilities.
This hearing will be held at the West Whiteland Township Building in the 19th Senatorial District (101 Commerce Drive, Exton, PA 19341) with a Zoom option for those who wish to participate virtually.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qcuigqj4jGNRZfgvkfmHhchlQGZb0cQF5

Satellite Office Hours
2023-12-13 09:00 - 13:00 | LCH Health and Community Services, 731 W Cypress Street, Kennett Square, 19348, United States
We are here to help! My office will hold satellite office hours the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 9am – 1pm at the LCH Health and Community Services of Kennett Square.
Services we Provide:
State Applications

Vehicle registration
Driver’s license
Special tags
Titles
Car plates and placards for physically challenged
Higher education financial assistance
Birth certificates
Notary Publics

Senior Citizen’s Applications

PACE
Property Tax and Rent Rebates

Solving State Problems

State income taxes
State lottery
Consumer protection
PennDOT
Unemployment compensation
Any state agencies that serve the public
Utilities or PUC

For more information, contact Senator Kane’s office at 610-447-5845.

Policy Hearing - A.I. and Its Impact on the Commonwealth
2023-11-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Upper Providence Township Building, 1286 Black Rock Road, Phoenixville, 19460, United States
On November 16th, Senators Dillon, Kane, Haywood, and Muth will convene a comprehensive policy hearing to explore the potential impacts of Generative Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) on the future of the Commonwealth. With generative A.I.’s rapid advancement, this hearing aims to address growing societal concerns regarding its effects on the workforce, technology, and healthcare. The Senators plan to gather and analyze evidence-based insights to better understand the possible repercussions of generative A.I. They will also deliberate on policy solutions that best mitigate risks such as fraud and misuse associated with this technology.
This hearing will be at the Upper Providence Township Building located at 1286 Black Rock Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkfumorzsrGtbRCJ72_LMUvvXorphaFwYU

Overdose Awareness Vigil
2023-08-31 19:00 - 20:00 | Delaware County Courthouse, 201 W Front Street, Media, PA, 19063, United States
On Thursday, August 31 Senator Tim Kearney and I are holding an Overdose Awareness Vigil at the Delaware County Courthouse beginning at 7 p.m.
Globally, August 31 is Overdose Awareness Day and a chance for us to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death.
We will have resources at the event to help people struggling with substance use disorder.
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Broadband and Digital Equity Community Conversation
2023-06-27 18:00 | Widener University – Webb Room, One University Place, Chester, PA, 19013, United States
State Senator John I. Kane, State Senator Tim Kearney, and Delaware County Council are pleased to announce they are co-hosting a Delco Broadband and Digital Equity Community Conversation at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27 at Widener University in Chester, PA.
The event is aimed at gathering community input on the broadband infrastructure and digital equity needs of Delaware County residents.
Senator Kane, Senator Kearney, Delaware County Council will be joined by the PA Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) as co-hosts for the Community Conversation. This event is geared to attract Delaware County residents, non-profits, community leaders, local elected officials, community and faith-based organizations, school districts, hospitals, public libraries, housing authorities, and others.
“This is an excellent opportunity for Delco residents to share their thoughts and concerns about the broadband infrastructure and digital equity needs in their community,” said Senator Kane. “I look forward to hearing from our community and working together to ensure that every Delco resident has access to affordable broadband and digital skills. Providing access to affordable broadband and digital skills is essential to a thriving community and economy, and we are committed to working with the community to address these needs.”
The Delco Broadband and Digital Equity Community Conversation will provide a platform for Delaware County residents to share their thoughts and concerns on the broadband infrastructure and digital equity needs in their community.
“The digital divide is a pressing issue that affects the livelihoods of countless Pennsylvanians,” said Senator Kearney. “By hosting this community meeting, we are taking a crucial step towards bridging that gap and ensuring that every individual has access to reliable high-speed internet. I urge all members of our community to join us and share their valuable insights, as this feedback will be instrumental in shaping Pennsylvania’s broadband expansion plans and driving economic growth across the state.”
The public is strongly encouraged to attend. A boxed meal will be provided for all participants. RSVP is not required but is helpful.
RSVP LINK: dced.pa.gov/internetforallevents
For more information on the Delco Broadband and Digital Equity Community Conversation, please contact Senator Kane’s or Senator Kearney’s office.
WHO: Pennsylvania State Senators John I. Kane and Tim Kearney, Delaware County Council, and the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority
WHAT: Will co-host a Delco Broadband and Digital Equity Community Conversation
WHEN: Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Widener University Campus – Webb Room (14th Street across Old Main), One University Place, Chester, PA 19013

Free Drive-Thru Shred Event
2023-06-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Unionville High School, 750 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA, 19348, United States
Join State Senator John Kane & State Rep. Christina Sappey for a Free Drive-Thru Shred event on June 24th from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Unionville High School located at 750 Unionville Road in Kennett Square.
Kennett Area Community Service (KACS) will be on hand to accept non-perishable food item. Donations are much appreciated by are not required to participate in the Shred Event.
Only paper, paper clips and staples are acceptable. A Maximum of four boxes or bags will be accepted, and you will be required to take your boxes and/or bags with you. The event will run until 11 AM or until the trucks are full. Materials will be shredded on-site.
