Schwank and Laughlin Reintroduce Rental Application Fee Cap Legislation

Harrisburg, PA — March 13, 2026 — Sen. Judy Schwank (D-Berks) and Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) have reintroduced legislation to place reasonable limits on rental application fees in Pennsylvania. Rental application fees can range from $25 to $75, often higher than the...

Senator Fontana Announces Nearly $900K in Community Safety Grants

Allegheny County – March 11, 2026 – Today, Senator Wayne Fontana announced $890,536 in grants to fund indigent defense, provide lifesaving treatment for those incarcerated, and improve safety at nonprofits located in the 42nd Senatorial District. Awarded by the...

Senator Pisciottano Announces Nearly $500,000 in Schools-to-Work Grants

Monroeville, PA – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) today announced that two Allegheny County organizations will receive nearly $500,000 combined through the Commonwealth’s Schools-to-Work Program (STWP), an initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of...