WEST CHESTER, Sept. 11 – State Rep. Carolyn Comitta, D-Chester, will host her annual senior expo this Saturday at West Chester East High School. The expo is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon and will feature over 50 vendors providing information on health and wellness, state and local resources that benefit seniors, transportation and more. Attendees will also have multiple chances to win a door prize, with one being raffled off every hour. “My senior expo is a valuable, one-stop-shop type of event for not only seniors, but also caregivers and the family members and friends of seniors,” Comitta said. “There are many resources out there dedicated to helping seniors lead healthy and productive lives, and I’m happy to introduce my constituents to them and answer any questions they may have.” This event is free and open to the public. Please contact Comitta’s office at 610-696-4990 or email repcomitta@pahouse.net with any questions. Read more

HARRISBURG, Sept. 3 – State Rep. Carolyn Comitta, D-Chester, will host two informational events on REAL ID this month presented by a representative from PennDOT. These free events will include a short presentation and a Q&A session. The two events will take place at the following times, dates and locations: 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, Sept. 9 at West Chester Area Senior Center, 530 E. Union St., West Chester, 19382 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 26 at G.A. Stetson Middle School, 1060 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, 19382 “REAL ID can be a confusing and intimidating topic to approach, so I’m happy to help my constituents see if it’s something that would be right for them,” Comitta said. “My office and I are always here to help with any state-related matter, so please reach out to me if you cannot attend one of the presentations but would like detailed information on Pennsylvania’s REAL ID.” Constituents can call Comitta’s office at (610) 696-4990 with any questions. ### Read more

WEST CHESTER, Aug. 26 – State Rep. Carolyn Comitta, D-Chester, will hold her third annual senior expo from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 14 at West Chester East High School, 450 Ellis Lane in West Chester. This event is free and open to the public. Attendees will learn about local services available to seniors regarding health and wellness, transportation, affordable food and housing programs and more. SEPTA will be available to help seniors apply for a SEPTA Senior Key Card. There will also be nursing students from Delaware County Community College providing free blood pressure screenings. “Whether you are a senior, have elderly parents, or just want to know about the resources in our community, there is something for everyone,” Comitta said. “In previous years, residents have stated they came not looking for anything in particular yet left with useful resources and information that they shared with their friends, family, and neighbors. I hope to see you on September 14!” There is still time and space available for organizations to reserve a spot at the event. Vendors or organizations interested in participating in the fair can call Comitta’s office at 610-696-4990 or email repcomitta@pahouse.net . Read more

HARRISBURG, Aug. 20 – State Rep. Carolyn Comitta, D-Chester, will hold a Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee hearing on H.B. 1568 , which would establish the Pipeline Safety and Communication Board. The hearing will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 in Harrisburg in the Irvis Office Building, room G-50. The media and public are invited to attend. Comitta requested the hearing to address how the state legislature can help Pennsylvanians affected by the Mariner East pipeline in Chester County and other pipelines that will impact communities throughout Pennsylvania in the future. “I appreciate Chairmen Barrar and Sainato for holding a hearing on this important bill. Public safety is paramount along the pipeline as it is with any infrastructure project,” Comitta said. “Timely, accurate, and actionable information is key to ensuring public safety. House Bill 1568 asks to establish regular dialogue among state agencies, the industry, legislators, county and local EMS and the public. Such dialogue should result in well-coordinated safety planning and emergency response. It will also identify gaps in legislation, all with the goal to make sure people are and feel safe.” The hearing can also be viewed via livestream at www.pahouse.com. Read more

Materials from a House Democratic Policy Committee public hearing hosted by State Rep. Carolyn Comitta. Read more

WEST GOSHEN, July 25 – State Rep. Carolyn Comitta, D-Chester, today hosted a House Democratic Policy Committee public hearing on Green PA: Working Toward a Sustainable Future in West Goshen Township building’s public meeting room. Comitta requested the hearing to discuss how Pennsylvania can better harness renewable energy and achieve 100% clean energy by 2050. Testifiers and lawmakers looked at different types of renewable energy, their long-term benefits, best practices, and solutions to harnessing the power of these sustainable resources. Comitta was joined by legislators from across the commonwealth, including Policy Committee Chairman Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster. “I want to thank all of today’s testifiers for their dedication to preserving the future of our commonwealth and our planet. The world is changing rapidly. In 2019, climate change has become an existential issue. We must find solutions and make choices that lead to our common goal of zero carbon emissions by 2050 – or face a planet that is unsustainable and largely unlivable. We must work together to forge a Green PA and a sustainable future that stops climate change and leaves PA and our planet sustainable, healthy, and green for our children and grandchildren.” Sturla added, “Investing in sustainable energy is an investment into a promising future. It will preserve the health and prosperity of all Pennsylvanians and our commonwealth’s ecosystems, as well as Read more

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HARRISBURG, July 12 – Chester County’s Democratic state Reps. Carolyn Comitta, Kristine Howard, Melissa Shusterman, Dan Williams, Christina Sappey and Danielle Friel Otten announced that housing programs in Chester County will receive $3.08 million through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement fund. The PHARE fund is managed by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, and funds are sourced from Marcellus shale fees, realty transfer taxes and the national housing trust fund. Awardees within Comitta’s legislative district will receive the following: Housing Authority of the County of Chester’s Locust Court Windows: $100,000 Charles A Melton Arts & Education Center; Melton Center Expanded Services Program: $200,000 Melton Center Apartments (LIHTC); The NRP Group LLC: $875,000 Safe Harbor of Chester County, Inc.: $150,000 Housing Locator Program through the Housing Authority of the County of Chester: $100,000 Friends Association for Care & Protection of Children’s Homeless Prevention Program $75,000 Gaudenzia Concord Place: $50,000 Chester County Department of Community Development’s Decade to Doorways System Prioritization and Realignment: $350,000 “I am absolutely thrilled to see state funds directed to such incredible programs in our community. These funds will allow our local organizations to continue providing their critical services, as well as expand in order to Read more

HARRISBURG, June 27 – The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a state spending plan Tuesday which is expected to gain Senate approval and be sent to the governor’s desk today. State Rep. Carolyn Comitta, D-Chester, commented on her opposition to the final proposal: “I can embrace many items that are part of this budget, notably the strong support for continued progress in educational funding, Comitta said. “The plan invests more money in pre-K programs and early childhood education, basic and special education, public universities like West Chester, Cheyney and Lincoln, community colleges and PHEAA. “Even in Harrisburg where partisanship is so common, I’m glad to see there’s a bipartisan agreement that investing education is worthwhile for the future of Pennsylvania. “But looking at the entire package on balance I cannot support it because of the damage it does to several crucial environmental funds that are supposed to be kept safe from raids like this. At a time when our clean air and water are at stake, this plan would pull millions of dollars from dedicated environmental funds to help fund the general costs of government operations. “Given the constitutional right we have to a clean environment here in Pennsylvania, I think it’s very likely that diverting money from these special funds, including the Environmental Stewardship Fund and the Recycling Fund, will be found unconstitutional. Read more