Senator Hughes and Pennsylvania Leaders Mark Historic Milestone for PA Public Defense and Criminal Justice
Philadelphia, PA – March 15, 2024 − Senator Hughes hosted a press conference with fellow lawmakers and legal leaders from across Pennsylvania to recognize a historic milestone for Pennsylvania public defense and the overall equality of the Commonwealth’s criminal...Sen. Fontana Statement on Threat of Tax Reassessment Lawsuit
Pittsburgh – March 15, 2024 − Today, State Senator Wayne Fontana issued the following statement regarding Pittsburgh Public Schools threat to take legal action against Allegheny County to force a property tax reassessment: I understand the budget situation that...Democratic Leader Jay Costa Applauds Governor Shapiro’s Energy Plan
PITTSBURGH − March 13, 2024 − Today, Governor Josh Shapiro outlined his new Energy Plan, which is intended to cut costs and create jobs. In response, Democratic Leader Jay Costa releases the following statement: “I applaud the Governor for restarting a...News Digest:: March 13, 2024
Legislature PA Senator Wants To Ban Credit Cards In Online Gambling – Plato Data Intelligence (zephyrnet.com) Pennsylvania Could Ban Credit Cards for Online Gaming – GamblingNews No Credit Cards Proposed For PA Gambling | WDAC Report Established by State...Sen. Fontana to Introduce Bill to Enhance Local Revitalization Efforts
Harrisburg – March 12, 2024 – Today, State Senator Wayne Fontana said he will soon be introducing a bill to allow municipalities to further incentivize building construction, improvements, or conversions by granting tax abatement for up to 20 years. “So...Sen. Nick Miller and Rep. Peter Schweyer Announce Canal Park Boat Launch to Receive Funding to Upgrade Site Plan and Engineering Design
March 12, 2024 − Sen. Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) and Rep. Peter Schweyer (D-Lehigh) today announced that Canal Park in Allentown will receive a grant for the boat launch upgrade site plan and engineering design from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission....North Catasauqua Borough to Receive $15,000 in Grant Funding for Law Enforcement Recruitment, Sen. Nick Miller Announces
March 12, 2024 − North Catasauqua Borough will receive a grant of $15,000 from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency for law enforcement recruitment, Sen. Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton) announced today. “Public safety is a vital component in...News Digest:: March 12, 2024
Legislature PA Senator Wants To Ban Credit Cards In Online Gambling – Plato Data Intelligence (zephyrnet.com) Pennsylvania Could Ban Credit Cards for Online Gaming – GamblingNews No Credit Cards Proposed For PA Gambling | WDAC Report Established by State...Pa Must Move Forward on Climate Change
Op-Ed By Senator Carolyn Comitta
I ran for office because of climate change. Leaving a cleaner, safer world for my children and grandchildren has always been a driving force behind my passion for public service. When I look into their eyes, I want to tell them I’m doing everything I can to save our planet – to protect our environment, cut pollution, and invest in a clean energy economy.