Senator Sharif Street Hosts Reverend Marguerite Handy Interfaith Breakfast Brings Faith and Civic Leaders Together in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, PA – January 20, 2026 − Senator Sharif Street, community, faith, and civic leaders gathered at the Beckett Life Center for the Reverend Marguerite Handy Interfaith Breakfast over Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. weekend. A meaningful morning of prayer, reflection, and unity honoring the legacy of Reverend Marguerite Handy and the vital role of interfaith collaboration in strengthening Philadelphia’s communities. Moderated by Senator Street, he welcomed attendees and emphasized the...

Senator Sharif Street Hosts Annual Forum at the PA Farm Show

HARRISBURG, PA − January 16, 2026 − Senator Sharif Street hosted the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show Forum, themed “Affordability,” at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center (Erie Room) in Harrisburg on Wednesday, January 14. The forum convened state and local elected officials, agriculture leaders, economic development professionals, and community stakeholders to discuss the rising costs impacting food systems, urban agriculture, food insecurity, and international agricultural...

Senator Sharif Street Issues Statement on the Rescheduling of Cannabis

PHILADELPHIA, PA (December 18, 2025) – Today President Donald Trump announced the rescheduling of Cannabis from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug. In response to this development Senator Sharif Street has released the following statement:  “Rescheduling cannabis is a long-overdue, evidence-based step that acknowledges what communities and medical professionals have known for years. Cannabis does not belong in the same legal category as heroin and other Schedule I substances....
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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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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.

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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 leader Gibran Washington (CEO of Ethos Cannabis). 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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Senator Sharif Street Hosts Annual Forum at the PA Farm Show

Senator Sharif Street Hosts Annual Forum at the PA Farm Show

HARRISBURG, PA − January 16, 2026 − Senator Sharif Street hosted the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show Forum, themed “Affordability,” at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center (Erie Room) in Harrisburg on Wednesday, January 14. The forum convened state and local...

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