News Digest :: February 2, 2023

Legislature Bill aims to incentivize volunteer firefighters to stay on the job – CBS Pittsburgh (cbsnews.com) State lawmakers outline bill in response to Damar Hamlin injury | WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com Lawmakers clash over definition of ‘work’ in Pennsylvania |...

Senator Haywood Responds to Murder of Tyre Nichols in Memphis

PHILADELPHIA – Feb. 1, 2023 – Today, State Senator Art Haywood (D-Montgomery/Philadelphia) released the following statement in response to the kidnapping and murder of Tyre Nichols at the hands of police in Memphis, Tenn. this month: “On 7 January, five Black...

News Digest :: February 1, 2023

Legislature Pennsylvania Legislation Would Relax The Restrictions On Medical Marijuana Prescriptions! – The Leaf Desk The unexpected Pa. speaker of the House, who’s faced calls to resign, hopes to keep his job — and blasts one of his critics – The Morning Call...

Oxford Borough Honored with Statewide Beautification Award

West Chester, Pa – February 1, 2023 – State Senator Carolyn Comitta recently presented Oxford Borough officials with the Community Pride Award from Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Comitta nominated the borough for the honor for its overall community...

News Digest :: January 31, 2023

Legislature Pa. Sen. Lisa Boscola proposes funding for ‘adequate number’ of election drop boxes and letting family members drop off ballots – The Morning Call (mcall.com) AEDs would be required at Pennsylvania school sporting events under proposed law inspired by...

Comitta Secures Funding for Brandywine Valley SPCA Upgrades

West Chester, PA- January 30, 2023 – The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) will receive $50,000 in state funding to improve their West Chester shelter and expand their animal veterinary services thanks to State Senator Carolyn Comitta. “The Brandywine Valley SPCA is a...

Senator Street’s Statement on Tyre Nichols

PHILADELPHIA, PA  – Jan. 30th, 2023) – Following the vicious beating and death of Tyre Nichols, Senator Street released the following statement: “Tyre Nichols’ life mattered and to die at the hands of those responsible for protecting and serving is...