“Securing this new funding will allow our region’s workforce training partners to attract more students to in-demand fields like advanced manufacturing and to provide more concentrated training in fields like electrical, mechanical maintenance and health care," Matzie said. Read more
“Having an all-energy portfolio that isn’t reliant on a single source is important for PA’s energy independence and for ensuring that we continue to export energy now and in the decades to come," Matzie said. "But, as with all legislation we review, our committee is going to act deliberately and carefully, getting a dialogue moving and ensuring that any legislation we advance is crafted to protect PA consumers.” Read more
AMBRIDGE, Feb. 5 – New funding of $1.5 million will bolster emergency housing and anti-homelessness resources in Beaver County and surrounding counties, state Rep. Rob Matzie announced today. Matzie, D-Beaver, said the funding – awarded by the Department of Community and Economic Development under the Emergency Solutions Grant program – will support the work of regional agencies including the Community Development Program of Beaver County. “Securing this funding brings new resources to the fight against homelessness,” Matzie said. “Having a place to call home doesn’t just mean shelter – it means easier access to community resources like job training and other services that lead to employment and independence. “More dollars to Community Development means more resources flowing to our local nonprofits who are helping people get back on that path to self-sufficiency.” The grant was awarded to Lawrence County Social Services, which applied for the funding in partnership with the Community Development Program of Beaver County and 11 other community organizations to support emergency shelter services and operational support, homelessness prevention, rapid rehousing and street outreach in 13 western Pennsylvania counties. More about the funding is available here: Read more
“I applaud Chairman DeFrank and the other commissioners for this action that, if adopted, will help to ease the burden on ratepayers in the aftermath of a water/wastewater sale,” Matzie said. “This is, without a doubt, a pro-consumer positive step in the right direction." Read more
State Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Beaver, said as the commonwealth marks one year since the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment that impacted Pennsylvania families, it is more important than ever to not wait for federal action and for the state Senate to pass the bipartisan Safer Rails, Safer Communities legislation the state House approved in June. Read more
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State Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Beaver, issued the following statement after today’s decision by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association to deny an appeal from Aliquippa School District and force Aliquippa to compete in the 5A class next season. Read more
"There is a dangerous flaw in PIAA’s [school competition classification] formula that they have been stubbornly unwilling to address," Matzie said. "When considering enrollment as part of the formula, schools that voluntarily play up in a higher classification are pigeonholed by the PIAA into that higher classification used for the formula – regardless of the school’s actual enrollment size . . . It’s a dangerous system that jeopardizes the health and safety of students in smaller schools that lack the numbers to field larger rosters or the finances to match athletic budgets." Read more
“For 20 years, Chapter 14 has set the framework for consumer protection between a public utility and its customers, and the law has been a success,” Matzie said. “But as we address re-authorizing the law, we also need to examine how it can be improved to better meet the needs of consumers struggling to pay their utility bills." Read more
“The grant to Ambridge will allow the borough to build on improvements to P.J. Caul Park that are making the park more accessible and more inviting for residents,” Matzie said. “The funding to Monaca will support needed renovations to the Antoline Park softball field. Folks love to come out and watch the games and cheer on the players, and the work will help ensure the best experience for everyone.” Read more
“Securing this new funding will allow PGT to upgrade some of its fleet by replacing 10 short-haul tractors with battery electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles,” Matzie said. “The grant will also fund installation of fast charging plugs and mobile hydrogen fueling units.“All the improvements will save PGT Trucking on fuel and maintenance costs while cutting diesel emissions to our region. It’s an investment that’s also a great step into the future.” Read more
“I would wage this fight for Aliquippa or any student athlete in our commonwealth,” Matzie said. “Simply put, it’s unfair, unsafe and a dangerous disadvantage to our kids. What’s most disturbing, is that I believe that this rule comes off as ignorant at best and arrogant at worst. Legislative action is necessary, and necessary now." Read more
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“These are big projects that will ensure better water and wastewater service across our district," Matzie said. "We’re talking about projects that will bring state-of-the-art improvements, reduce service interruptions and shutdowns and boost efficiency to benefit ratepayers. With the funding for these projects secured, residents and small businesses will soon be reaping the benefits.” Read more
“Nonprofit organizations and houses of worship offer hope and critical support for people facing major life challenges and transitions, but it’s essential that these places provide a secure environment for employees, volunteers, and the community members they serve,” Matzie said. “The new funding from PCCD will help Greater Miracle Ministries and Adoption Connection maintain the safest possible surroundings as they continue their vital work for the community.” Read more
“Act 12 was originally created to give public utilities incentives to acquire failing or stressed municipal systems that could no longer provide safe, reliable service to customers, Matzie said. “Unfortunately, that’s not how the act is being used. Instead, municipalities and municipal authorities are exercising the provisions to sell healthy, well-operated systems at amounts much higher than their present value. Consumers end up footing the bill for those purchases through hugely inflated rates – without any improvement to services." Read more
“Our local history has plenty of lessons to teach, but it takes time and resources to collect, preserve and display those pieces of our past,” Matzie said. “The new funding will help ensure that our own Beaver County historical society and others throughout the state have the means to continue engaging and inspiring students of all ages.” Read more
Members of the House Democratic Caucus will hear testimony about their bill package to reform Act 12 of 2016 at a public hearing of the House Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities Committee at 10 a.m. on Dec. 12 in the state Capitol building. Read more
“Today is the culmination of decades of hard work that brought together local, state and federal officials to partner with Aliquippa’s schools, businesses and – most importantly – people,” Matzie said. “The most important thing to remember is that this isn’t an ending – this is the beginning of a brighter economic future for the people of Aliquippa." Read more
“Tax credits spur investments that can breathe new life into distressed areas,” Matzie said. “The newly awarded credits will help us build on revitalization efforts underway in Aliquippa and Monaca by supporting renovation projects that will add jobs, expand affordable housing and draw new commercial tenants.” Read more
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