Senator Sharif Street, Chairman City Commissioner Omar Sabir and Philadelphia City Commissioners Unveil the Fifth of 10 New, Permanent Satellite Election Offices Across Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, PA − SEPTEMBER, 24, 2024 − Today, Senator Sharif Street joined Commissioner Omar Sabir in continuing efforts to celebrate expanding voting access across Philadelphia. Chairman Sabir and the City Commissioners' Office hosted a grand opening to unveil the fifth of 10 new, permanent Satellite Election Offices (SEOs) across the city. The grand opening took place on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., in Councilmanic District 5, located at 2301 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA...

Senator Sharif Street Lauds Passage of “Historic” 2024-25 Pennsylvania Budget

Philadelphia, PA, July 11, 2024 — Today, the Senate passed the 2024-25 PA Budget, which Senator Sharif Street (SD-3) lauded as "historic" in its investments in the people of Pennsylvania. Despite missed opportunities to increase the minimum wage, end cannabis prohibition, invest in paid sick leave, and expand funding for Whole Home Repairs, Senator Street expressed his overall satisfaction with the budget. "I am proud to vote for a PA Budget that prioritizes the people of Pennsylvania, doesn’t...

Senator Street Announces $6.9M in Violence Intervention and Prevention Grants for 3rd Senate District

PHILADELPHIA – March 29, 2024 – Today, Senator Sharif Street, announced $6.9M in Philadelphia Violence Intervention and Prevention Grants for the Third Senate District which includes North Philadelphia, Brewrytown, Nicetown, Lower Germantown, Logan, Olney, Fern Rock, Crescentville, East Oak Lane, East Wyoming, East Hunting Park, Francisville, Lawncrest, Melrose Park Garden, Spring Garden and Fairmount. “I thank Governor Shapiro for ensuring $40M in recurring statewide funding for community VIP...
Adult Use Marijuana Legalization

Adult Use Cannabis Bill

The Laughlin-Street Bipartisan Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Bill prioritizes safety, social and economic equity and, engages Pennsylvania’s agricultural industry.

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REAL ID

Beginning May 7, 2025, Pennsylvanians will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, photo ID card, or another form of federally-acceptable identification to board a domestic commercial flight or enter a federal building or military installation that requires ID.

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Clean Slate Law

The Clean Slate Law gives people a second chance at life, after being unjustly burdened after paying their debt to society. Criminal histories can be cleared from your record for certain offenses.

Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Bill

The Laughlin-Street Bipartisan Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Bill prioritizes safety, social and economic equity and, engages Pennsylvania’s agricultural industry. Their proposal ensures the vitality of Pennsylvania’s world-class medical marijuana industry while creating thousands of jobs and generating hundreds of millions of dollars in new tax revenue for the Commonwealth.

The "Planting Seeds" Podcast

The “Planting Seeds” Podcast

“Planting Seeds with Senator Sharif Street” is a thought-provoking podcast that delves into the multifaceted world of cannabis. Pennsylvania State Senator Sharif Street sits down with cannabis industry veteran Joe Hodas (CMO of Wana Brands, North America’s farthest-reaching edibles company). Together, they explore the evolution of cannabis legalization, emphasizing bipartisan support and addressing racial disparities in enforcement. They navigate an industry grappling with its identity, discussing social change versus business goals. The conversation extends to stigma, benefits of legalization, and challenges, including interstate transport. The duo aims to educate on diverse cannabis aspects, from workers’ issues to regulatory frameworks. Action items emerge, including advocating for standardized regulations, and supporting social equity initiatives. The show promises insightful episodes unraveling the complexities of cannabis in Pennsylvania.

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