Steele announces more than $299,000 awarded for local fire companies, EMS

(Feb 16, 2024)

“This funding ensures emergency responders will have the resources needed to respond to emergencies,” Steele said. “These funds are especially important, considering there is a shortage of firefighters and EMS providers. I will continue to advocate for funding to provide assistance to emergency responders so that our communities remain safe.” Read more

 

Sunday hunting could happen in Pennsylvania

(Feb 15, 2024)

In a statement to KDKA-TV, Steele says in part: "Hunting in PA is a family tradition, an economic powerhouse, and helps preserve our forests for generations to come. As a mom of 4, I know that if we want to bring more young people into this important way of life, we need more days." Read more

 

Sunday hunting could be coming to Pennsylvania

(Feb 15, 2024)

"We are hearing from our hunters that they need this extra day; parents who are trying to bring their kids into this tradition are finding themselves with not enough time to get their kids out into the woods," said Rep. Mandy Steele, D-Fox Chapel. "We're hearing from farmers who are experiencing really terrible crop damage that they need this extra day of hunting on their land." Read more

 

Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania appears to have a chance

(Feb 14, 2024)

At the same time, state Rep. Mandy Steele, D-Fox Chapel, is revving up efforts to eliminate Pennsylvania’s age-old Sunday hunting ban. Pennsylvania is one of only 10 states that ban or restrict Sunday hunting, according to the Congressional Sportsman’s Foundation. Read more

 

Grants available as of Thursday, Feb. 8

(Feb 08, 2024)

Grants available as of Thursday, Feb. 8 Read more

 

Steele appointed to ACHA

(Feb 07, 2024)

“Ensuring that affordable housing is accessible in Allegheny County, especially as the cost of living continues to rise and inflation exacerbates residents’ finances, is a top priority of mine,” Steele said. “Often, I hear from constituents, especially those residing in Allegheny Valley, about the need for more affordable housing. I look forward to serving alongside fellow ACHA board members and bringing my insights as state representative to the table as we work for the people of Allegheny County.” Read more

 

Growing mental health concerns lead to new legislation proposal by Pennsylvania lawmakers

(Feb 07, 2024)

The primary sponsor of the bill, Representative Mandy Steele (33rd District), explained, “This bill stipulates that 80% of a school counselor’s time be spent on actual things related to providing services to kids.” Read more

 

Pennsylvania bill would repeal Sunday hunting limits

(Feb 01, 2024)

“Under this legislation, the Game Commission will have the authority to decide when and how Sunday hunting is permitted, with the best interest of wildlife management and environmental preservation in mind,” said Steele. Read more

 

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 30

(Jan 30, 2024)

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 30 Read more

 

Bills would create mental health days, expand access to guidance councilors for Pa. students

(Jan 29, 2024)

“Addressing mental health is critically important for the stability of this country. With nearly 65% of students asking for mental health services, we must ensure our youth have access to counseling services. PA is the only state in the country that does not have structure like this in place. As the mother of four children, I see how impactful legislation like this will be- we need to get our children the access to mental health care they want and need," Steele said. Read more

 

Steele to host open house at Tarentum office

(Jan 24, 2024)

“By hosting this open house, we have the opportunity to connect with residents in the upper portion of the community, which includes Tarentum, Brackenridge, Fawn, Frazer, and Harrison, and talk to them about the issues facing our community,” Steele said. “With this new office, more residents will be able to access the services my staff and I provide.” Read more

 

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 23

(Jan 23, 2024)

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 23 Read more

 

Opportunities endless at Cheswick's Rachel Carson Park, officials say

(Jan 23, 2024)

“In Allegheny County, outdoor recreation is vital to our community,” Steele said. “By allocating this funding, more residents have the opportunity to benefit from outdoor recreation and conservation in the Allegheny Valley.” Read more

 

Rep. Steele's January 2024 Newsletter

(Jan 19, 2024)

Rep. Steele's January 2024 Newsletter Read more

 

Bills for student mental health supports advance through Pa. House committee

(Jan 19, 2024)

“Despite all the important roles they play in their jobs, Pennsylvania remains the only state in the nation that has not taken action to ensure that students have access to mental health services,” Steele said. “This bill would map out the way in which school counselors spend their time.” Read more

 

Steele’s legislation to provide more counseling services reported out of House Education Committee

(Jan 18, 2024)

“School counselors provide more than academic and career counseling – they also provide mental health services, helping our students to address their emotions in a healthy environment with someone who supports them,” Steele said. “Recently, the Basic Education Funding Commission issued its report, calling for additional investments in mental health services. With mental health deteriorating since the COVID-19 pandemic and nearly 65% of students asking for mental health services, we must ensure our youth have access to counseling services to help them succeed.” Read more

 

Steele highlights grants to invest in recreation, conservation

(Jan 16, 2024)

“With these grants from the Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund and the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program, we make investments in the community,” Steele said. “By funding projects such as the Hilltop Hose Company No. 3, we have the opportunity to support our first responders, allowing them to better serve our community.” Read more

 

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 16

(Jan 16, 2024)

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 16 Read more

 

Steele to open second district office, in Tarentum 

(Jan 09, 2024)

“Opening this district office in Tarentum will make my staff and I more accessible to residents in the upper half of our community, which includes Tarentum, Brackenridge, Fawn, and Harrison,” Steele said. “I look forward to continuing to serve the residents of the 33rd Legislative District at my district office in Cheswick and now, Tarentum, as well.” Read more

 

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 9

(Jan 09, 2024)

Grants available as of Tuesday, Jan. 9 Read more