May 29, 2018 | Crime, Real Change, Taxes
David Oh, For the Inquirer JESSICA GRIFFIN / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER The Inquirer recently ran a commentary about City Council Bill 180430, the Criminal and Defiant Trespassers Bill. I introduced this bill and it is cosponsored by Council members Jannie...
May 18, 2018 | Performing Arts
Legislation to grow the City’s creative economy through the film industry. RESOLUTIONCreating the Philadelphia Film Advisory Task Force.WHEREAS, Philadelphia has been the setting of many acclaimed movies and televisionshows. The City’s neighborhoods and skyline...
May 18, 2018 | Returning Citizens
Legislation to request Governor Wolf to Pardon Eric Riddick in consideration of the evidence establishing his innocence and urging the Pennsylvania General Assembly to amend the state’s Post Conviction Relief Act (PCRA). Sponsors: Councilmember Oh, Councilmember...
May 3, 2018 | Crime, Jobs & Growth, Real Change
Legislation to protect homeowners from criminal and defiant trespassers. https://www.inquirer.com/philly/opinion/commentary/new-bill-protects-law-abiding-citizens-victimized-by-squatters-opinion-20180529.html Amending Title 10 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled...