East Montgomery Times

Congressman Dwight Evans, currently serving Pennsylvania’s 3rd District, has recently shared insights on legislative initiatives and community greetings through Twitter. As a congressman who transitioned from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, where he served from 1981 until 2016, Evans has a history of political engagement and advocacy.

On April 11, 2025, Evans announced the introduction of the Tax Cut for Workers Act, developed in collaboration with Representatives Khanna, Senator Bennet, and Senator Cortez Masto. This legislation aims to expand the Earned Income Tax Credit, impacting nearly 14 million Americans by utilizing it as a tool for poverty reduction.

Later on April 11, Evans highlighted disparities in maternal health among Black women, noting the increased likelihood of pregnancy-related complications. As a member of the Black Maternal Health Caucus, Evans reinforced his commitment to addressing these health disparities, emphasizing the need for a more equitable healthcare system.

In a lighter note, on April 12, 2025, Evans extended Passover greetings to the community in Philadelphia and beyond, conveying his wishes for the holiday with "Chag Pesach Sameach."

Dwight Evans, born in Philadelphia in 1954, has been representing Pennsylvania’s 3rd District in the U.S. Congress since he replaced Chaka Fattah in 2016. With a BA from La Salle University, Evans continues to be an influential figure in both local and national politics, residing in Philadelphia, the city of his birth.