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Deasy announces more than $123,000 in state grants for local fire and EMS

(Feb 18, 2026)

"When someone calls 911, they are counting on our firefighters and EMS personnel to show up ready,” said state Rep. Dan Deasy, D-Allegheny. “Whether it is upgrading life-saving equipment, modernizing facilities, or investing in the training that helps our crews handle any emergency, every dollar of these investments will make a difference for our local men and women on the front lines.” Read more

 

House Liquor Control Committee examines third-party alcohol delivery service legislation in public hearing

(Feb 11, 2026)

“This hearing provided valuable input from those who regulate and enforce Pennsylvania’s alcohol delivery laws,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “As third-party delivery services become more prevalent, we must prioritize public safety. Today’s testimony helped us explore changes that could responsibly accommodate this shift while protecting customers, supporting Pennsylvania businesses, and ensuring proper oversight.” Read more

 

House Liquor Control Committee hearing on legislation to implement Stop-and-Go Legislative Task Force recommendations

(Feb 10, 2026)

"This legislation is the result of extensive work by the Stop-and-Go Legislative Task Force, which examined the challenges facing our communities and developed practical solutions," state Rep. Dan Deasy said. "We heard valuable testimony today on these important reforms that will help ensure liquor licenses are operated responsibly and in accordance with the law." Read more

 

Deasy announces over $1.7 million in state grants for local communities

(Jan 20, 2026)

“These investments will make our communities safer and more walkable while addressing essential infrastructure needs that protect both residents and the environment,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “I’m pleased to see these state dollars coming back to our district to support projects that will have a lasting, positive impact on our neighborhoods.” Read more

 

Deasy applauds $1.8 million in state funding for traffic signal upgrades

(Dec 30, 2025)

Funding to support traffic light upgrades in Green Tree, Scott Township and the City of Pittsburgh Read more

 

Deasy announces $3M in state funding for community projects

(Dec 18, 2025)

“These projects invest in the places where our communities come together,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “Cultural venues and neighborhood gathering spaces are central to community life, and this funding will help keep them safe, welcoming, and accessible for everyone.” Read more

 

Deasy bill to expand flexibility for off-site catering, nonprofits and public venues heads to governor’s desk

(Dec 17, 2025)

“Creating a sporting events permit prepares Pennsylvania to host major events in the coming year,” state Rep. Dan Deasy added. “We worked closely with the Senate to craft language that gives venues the flexibility they need to accommodate nationally recognized events like the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh next April and the World Cup in Philadelphia.” Read more

 

Deasy announces $550,000 in state grants for parks, infrastructure and community projects

(Nov 18, 2025)

“Bringing state dollars back to the 27th District is one of the most important jobs I have as the representative here,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “These are projects that affect the everyday lives of our residents. Quality of life, safety and health are all considerations when choosing these projects and their importance to our community.” Read more

 

Deasy: More than $1.6 million in tax credits awarded to support affordable housing in Fairywood

(Oct 15, 2025)

“This project is a great example of how we can invest in our neighborhoods while taking care of our seniors,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “Hill Top Villas will provide safe, affordable housing and help older adults stay connected to the Fairywood community they’ve long been part of.” Read more

 

Allegheny County lawmakers announce $7.3 million in state funding to replace lead service lines

(Oct 15, 2025)

“Replacing old service lines not only updates aging infrastructure but also protects people from the serious health effects that can come from even small amounts of lead,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “Families should never have to question whether the water from their tap is safe.” Read more

 

Deasy, PLCB, PSP and others announce spiked drinks awareness tools

(Oct 01, 2025)

“We all know that the act of spiking drinks exists,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “I’ve told all of my adult children to never leave their drink unattended. That includes non-alcoholic drinks. But unlike other types of dangers, we don’t seem to acknowledge this outside of a private family conversation. People have been assaulted and robbed through spiked drinks, and we need to bring this issue to light. This is truly about safety, and we want to make the public aware.” Read more

 

Rep. Deasy Summer 2025 Newsletter

(Aug 21, 2025)

Check out my newsletter with updates from Harrisburg and here at home! Read more

 

PA winemakers explore how to grow local industry

(Jul 28, 2025)

“Traditional winemaking is an economic driver across our state, not only in the sale of their products but also in their contributions to tourism and hospitality,” said Rep. Dan Deasy, who represents portions of Allegheny County and serves as the Majority Chair of the House Liquor Control Committee. “We came here today to listen and learn, because we want our local businesses to succeed and grow.” Read more

 

Deasy bill to display veterans benefits in the workplace signed into law

(Jul 08, 2025)

“This is really about making sure veterans know where to turn for resources they’ve earned while serving our country,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “Whether they need help accessing benefits, support for their families, or just a connection to local resources, this will point them in the right direction. It might seem like a small change, but it can make a big difference for someone who needs it.” Read more

 

Deasy bill on posting of veterans’ benefits heads to governor’s desk

(Jun 30, 2025)

“Too often, veterans miss out on benefits they’ve earned simply because they don’t know what’s available,” Deasy said. “This bill is a commonsense way to make sure that every eligible veteran sees the support that they’ve earned through serving our country, right where they work. I’m proud to see this bill headed to Governor Shapiro’s desk.” Read more

 

House passes Deasy bill to connect veterans with benefits through workplace displays

(Apr 23, 2025)

“It remains a priority for me to ensure our veterans receive the benefits and services they have so honorably earned in service to our country,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “A good way to be sure that happens is to provide it to them at their place of employment. It is an easy ask of employers to simply post a pre-made poster or letter-sized document that is provided to them by the state in a conspicuous place so vets can easily access it.” Read more

 

House passes legislation to provide COLAs to retired public servants

(Apr 09, 2025)

“These are former teachers who taught our kids, PennDOT workers who answered the call to keep roadways safe, human services workers who helped those in need – they’ve served our communities, and they’ve waited too long for a COLA increase,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “They are a small group of individuals who were not included in the new COLA formula, but they are largely in their 80s and 90s. Many can barely afford to pay for food or needed prescriptions and, after all they have done for the commonwealth, it is unconscionable that we would not do right by them and provide this increase so they can pay for necessities like groceries.” Read more

 

Deasy bill for more flexible catering rules for memorial services passes House

(Apr 07, 2025)

“Following the loss of a loved one, many families face emotional and logistical challenges with arranging food and drink at a memorial, oftentimes on short notice,” said Deasy, who serves as the majority chair of the House Liquor Control Committee. “Current law requires businesses to give seven days’ notice to the Liquor Control Board for off-premises catering permits, a timeline that simply doesn’t work for many of these memorial events.” Read more

 

Deasy bill on veterans’ benefits posting approved by House committee

(Mar 25, 2025)

“This bill is a no-brainer,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “The information we want veterans to see is important to them for all sorts of reasons like access to vet programs on health care, mental health treatment, tax benefits, eligibility for benefits under the state and federal government, just to name a few. They’ve earned the right to have access to all of this and we simply want to make sure they see it.” Read more

 

Deasy announces more than $123,000 in state grants for local fire and EMS
Feb 18, 2026

House Liquor Control Committee examines third-party alcohol delivery service legislation in public hearing
Feb 11, 2026

Liquor Control Committee Public Hearing HB 1451 2-11-26 Meeting Materials
Feb 11, 2026

House Liquor Control Committee hearing on legislation to implement Stop-and-Go Legislative Task Force recommendations
Feb 10, 2026

Deasy announces over $1.7 million in state grants for local communities
Jan 20, 2026

Deasy applauds $1.8 million in state funding for traffic signal upgrades
Dec 30, 2025

Deasy announces $3M in state funding for community projects
Dec 18, 2025

Deasy bill to expand flexibility for off-site catering, nonprofits and public venues heads to governor’s desk
Dec 17, 2025

Deasy announces $550,000 in state grants for parks, infrastructure and community projects
Nov 18, 2025

Deasy: More than $1.6 million in tax credits awarded to support affordable housing in Fairywood
Oct 15, 2025

Allegheny County lawmakers announce $7.3 million in state funding to replace lead service lines
Oct 15, 2025

Deasy, PLCB, PSP and others announce spiked drinks awareness tools
Oct 01, 2025

Rep. Deasy Summer 2025 Newsletter
Aug 21, 2025

PA winemakers explore how to grow local industry
Jul 28, 2025

Deasy bill to display veterans benefits in the workplace signed into law
Jul 08, 2025

Deasy bill on posting of veterans’ benefits heads to governor’s desk
Jun 30, 2025

House passes Deasy bill to connect veterans with benefits through workplace displays
Apr 23, 2025

House passes legislation to provide COLAs to retired public servants
Apr 09, 2025

Deasy bill for more flexible catering rules for memorial services passes House
Apr 07, 2025

Deasy bill on veterans’ benefits posting approved by House committee
Mar 25, 2025