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Schlossberg votes to expand ban on handheld devices while driving

(Apr 10, 2024)

“I know we live in a world of rapid communication, but keeping our roads safe is a critical responsibility and I am glad Pennsylvania is finally moving to take these steps," Schlossberg said. Read more

 

Grants, April 9

(Apr 09, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Agriculture: Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program Who May Apply: Agricultural producers or processors and nonprofits, for-profits, local government entities, and institutions such as schools, universities or hospitals that operate middle of the food chain activities or invest in equipment that will benefit middle of the supply chain activities. Use: Activities that expand capacity and infrastructure for the aggregation, processing, manufacturing, storing, transporting, wholesaling or distribution of targeted local and regional agricultural products Funds: Grants will be awarded to the extent that funds are available. Grant requests shall be between $10,000 and $100,000. Application Deadline: May 15, 2024 More information: PDA Website Department of Health: WalkWorks Grant Program Who May Apply: Municipalities located in either a PA Department of Health State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN) priority county or in communities with an overall percentile rating above 60 in the PA Department of Environmental Protection’s PennEnviroScreen Tool. The 10 current SPAN counties include Clearfield, Erie, Fayette, Greene, Lawrence, Luzerne, Lycoming, Mercer, Northumberland, and Philadelphia. Use: Funds and structured pre-planning assistance will be available to a limited number of municipal and/or multi-municipal applicants to complete the Read more

 

McNeill chemical-disclosure legislation voted out of House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee

(Apr 09, 2024)

Legislation that would disclose to Pennsylvanians what chemicals are used in fracking, authored by state Rep. Jeanne McNeill, was voted out of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee today. Read more

 

House passes Schlossberg pet insurance bill

(Apr 08, 2024)

“Pennsylvania offers consumer protections for a variety of insurance policies, whether it be health, life, homeowner or auto,” Schlossberg said. “Pet insurance provides valuable coverage, and consumers deserve to know what is in their policies, what care their pets will receive and the true costs.” Read more

 

Pashinski’s office hosts PTRR outreach event

(Apr 04, 2024)

Residents of the community attended a legislative outreach event today at the East End Towers in Wilkes-Barre, announced state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski. Read more

 

Samuelson, Boscola Secure Grant to Improve Bethlehem Streetscape

(Apr 02, 2024)

PA. state Rep. Steve Samuelson, along with state Sen. Lisa Boscola are pleased to announced a $900,000 Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant will be used to improve crosswalks, sidewalks, lighting and safety around the Third St. Corridor in South Bethlehem. Samuelson says the safety and access improvements will be essential when Banana Factory is transformed into a new state-of-the-art cultural center in the near future. Read more

 

Pashinski, Argall applaud state grants to improve road safety in Bear Creek Village Borough

(Apr 02, 2024)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski and state Sen. Dave Argall today announced grant funding in the amount of $489,536 for the state Route 115 Safety Project. Read more

 

Samuelson welcomes $900,000 for Bethlehem street improvements

(Apr 02, 2024)

At a city news conference this morning, Samuelson, Bethlehem Mayor J. Williams Reynolds and ArtsQuest CEO Kassie Hilgert announced the funding, which will be used for streetscape improvements along Third and South New streets. Read more

 

McNeill, Policy Committee explore laws to protect consumers, flag water leaks

(Apr 02, 2024)

“Pennsylvania’s housing stock is among the oldest in the nation, and while residents can responsibly plan for expected repairs, being blindsided by an unseen water leak and unusually high water bill can financial cripple a family and household,” said Rep. McNeill, who represents portions of the city of Bethlehem, Hanover Township, Whitehall Township, Catasauqua, Coplay and Fountain Hill. “Residents are often unaware of an issue until a bill – sometimes only mailed quarterly – arrives with hundreds or even thousands more owed than expected. When a water bill increases, so does the sewer bill, which creates an even larger financial issue.” Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Educational, Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Apr 02, 2024)

There are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. Read more

 

Schlossberg and Khan Offer Opening Prayer

(Mar 27, 2024)

Embracing an opportunity to highlight common values and ideals, PA state Reps. Tarik Khan and Mike Schlossberg deliver the opening prayer for the #PAHouse, borrowed from the holy books of Judaism and Islam! Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Educational, Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District

(Mar 26, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program Who May Apply: Counties Use: Funds for the proposed program must be used to support restrictive conditions that are imposed as part of a county probation sentence and may be used for needed drug and alcohol-related services, and mental health treatment and supportive services for eligible individuals Funds: Funding is contingent upon the availability of funds in the FY 2024-25 budget. Application Deadline: May 1, 2024 More information: PCCD Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Agriculture: Farm Vitality Planning Grant Who May Apply: Farmers, prospective farmers, and others may apply. Use: Strategic business planning to expand or diversify farms or support transition of ownership. Funds: $500,000 in funding is available. Grants shall not exceed $7,500. Application Deadline: Applications will be received until funds are exhausted. More information: Pennsylvania Bulletin Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Recruitment Incentives for Law Enforcement Who May Apply: Local law enforcement agencies, campus or university police, railroad or street railway police, airport authority police, and county park police. Use: Funding is explicitly to support Act 120 training and recruitment activities for law enforcement officers that will take place between Oct. 19, 2023 and June 30, 2025. Funds: $14 million in Read more

 

Schweyer bill to create community solar program passes House

(Mar 26, 2024)

This bill is a win-win-win for Pennsylvanians as it would open access to renewable energy, ease the amount of energy output on the grid, help protect the environment and bring in thousands of good paying jobs to the commonwealth. Read more

 

Pashinski applauds state funding for roadway improvements

(Mar 26, 2024)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski today announced two projects in his district were awarded $989,536 to work toward maximum roadway safety in Luzerne County. Read more

 

Schweyer: state money awarded to trail extension, replacing traffic signals

(Mar 26, 2024)

State Rep. Peter Schweyer announced today that the City of Allentown will receive $500,000 from the state to invest in roadway safety for the community. Read more

 

Madden lauds funding for Pocono Township road project

(Mar 26, 2024)

A $216,235 state grant today was awarded for a transportation project in Pocono Township, according to state Rep. Maureen Madden. Read more

 

Donahue secures over $835,000 in funding for roadway improvements

(Mar 26, 2024)

State Rep. Kyle Donahue announced today that three projects in the 113th Legislative District have been awarded a total of $836,999 in state funding to create safer roadways. Read more

 

Freeman brings home $594,223 in transportation grants

(Mar 26, 2024)

“I am always looking for ways that we can make travel better and safer for motorists and pedestrians in the Lehigh Valley, and these three grants will be put to good use by their recipients,” said Freeman. Read more

 

Donahue on Need for Panic Buttons in Schools

(Mar 26, 2024)

Pa. state Rep. Kyle T. Donahue speaks during a news conference urging support for legislation that would help schools set up panic buttons in the classrooms. Donahue says that this would not be a mandate for schools, simply an option for districts. Read more

 

Kosierowski welcomes $1.5 million in transportation grants

(Mar 26, 2024)

Five transportation projects in Lackawanna County are a step closer to completion thanks to almost $1.5 million in grants that were awarded today, announced state Rep. Bridget M. Kosierowski. Read more

 

Schlossberg votes to expand ban on handheld devices while driving
Apr 10, 2024

Grants, April 9
Apr 09, 2024

McNeill chemical-disclosure legislation voted out of House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee
Apr 09, 2024

House passes Schlossberg pet insurance bill
Apr 08, 2024

Pashinski’s office hosts PTRR outreach event
Apr 04, 2024

Samuelson, Boscola Secure Grant to Improve Bethlehem Streetscape
Apr 02, 2024

Pashinski, Argall applaud state grants to improve road safety in Bear Creek Village Borough
Apr 02, 2024

Samuelson welcomes $900,000 for Bethlehem street improvements
Apr 02, 2024

McNeill, Policy Committee explore laws to protect consumers, flag water leaks
Apr 02, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Educational, Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Apr 02, 2024

Schlossberg and Khan Offer Opening Prayer
Mar 27, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Educational, Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Mar 26, 2024

Schweyer bill to create community solar program passes House
Mar 26, 2024

Pashinski applauds state funding for roadway improvements
Mar 26, 2024

Schweyer: state money awarded to trail extension, replacing traffic signals
Mar 26, 2024

Madden lauds funding for Pocono Township road project
Mar 26, 2024

Donahue secures over $835,000 in funding for roadway improvements
Mar 26, 2024

Freeman brings home $594,223 in transportation grants
Mar 26, 2024

Donahue on Need for Panic Buttons in Schools
Mar 26, 2024

Kosierowski welcomes $1.5 million in transportation grants
Mar 26, 2024