Senator Sharif Street Announces Over $7 Million in PHARE Housing Grants for Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties

PHILADELPHIA, PA − June 12, 2025 − Senator Sharif Street proudly announces that more than $7 million in Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) funding has been awarded to dozens of housing programs and nonprofit organizations across Philadelphia, Bucks, and Delaware Counties. These grants will support efforts to combat homelessness, expand affordable housing, and empower vulnerable populations across the region. “This significant investment is...

Senator Sharif Street in Partnership with the African American Male Wellness Agency Hosted Black Men’s Wellness Day at Temple University

5K Walk/Run, Health Screenings, Networking & More to Promote Black Men’s Health and Wellbeing PHILADELPHIA, PA − June 10, 2025 − Senator Sharif Street, in partnership with the African American Wellness Agency, Temple University Community Affairs and Engagement, Johnson & Johnson, and other community partners hosted Black Men's Wellness Day, a powerful community event focused on empowering Black men through health, education, and engagement this past weekend. On June 7, 2025, from 7am –...

“Planting Seeds” with Senator Sharif Street Podcast Sheds Light on PA Cannabis Legalization Battle

PHILADELPHIA − May 22, 2025 – On a recent episode of "Planting Seeds," with Senator Sharif Street produced by Cannabis Radio and sponsored by Ethos Cannabis, the podcast interviewed Representative Rick Krajewski about Pennsylvania’s ambitious House Bill 1200, legislation aimed at legalizing adult-use cannabis. “When we talk about cannabis legalization there are many factors to consider: how marginalized communities have been affected, how to create an equitable system, and how to keep revenue...

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.

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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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Sen. Street, Temple University Host May 18 Neighborhood Job Fair

PHILADELPHIA, May 15, 2017 — State Sen. Sharif Street and Michael Robinson of Temple University are hosting the 11th annual Neighborhood Job Fair on Thursday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Temple University’s Student Pavilion, 1913 N. 15th St. in Philadelphia. The...

Senator Sharif Street to Host ‘Take Back Your Health’ Event

PHILADELPHIA, May 4, 2017 − Senator Sharif Street will host a Take Back Your Health event on Friday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Temple Administrative Services Building in the Learning Center located at 2450 W. Hunting Park Avenue. "Good...