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Freeman bill would let housing authorities set up police departments

(Mar 10, 2025)

"A public housing police force would greatly enhance community policing efforts, making public housing projects safer for their residents and their families, especially children and the elderly," Freeman said. Read more

 

Madden: Boost Funding for Area Agencies on Aging

(Mar 07, 2025)

At a recent budget hearing, Chair of the Pa. House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee state Rep. Maureen Madden questioned Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich about additional funding for the state's Area Agencies on Aging. Madden highlighted the story of Susan, a woman caring for her aging husband who's life greatly improved with an increase in services. Read more

 

Madden Supports LIFE Program for Seniors

(Mar 07, 2025)

At a recent budget hearing, Chair of the Pa. House Aging and Older Adult Services Committee state Rep. Maureen Madden questioned the Department of Human Services about their efforts to promote the LIFE program. Madden praised the program's holistic approach and asked about the department's efforts to encourage seniors to enroll. Read more

 

Kosierowski to hold ‘Hands Off Our Health Care’ town hall

(Mar 06, 2025)

The free event -- “Hands Off Our Health Care: A Town Hall on Medicare & Medicaid Cuts” – will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, March 10 at Peoples Security Bank Theater at Lackawanna College, 501 Vine St., Scranton 18509. Read more

 

Schweyer Vows to Protect PA Schools from Chaos in DC

(Mar 06, 2025)

As Majority Chairman of the Pa. House Education Committee, state Rep. Peter Schweyer is appalled at the news coming from Washington D.C. about President Trump dismantling the U.S. Department of Education through executive order. Schweyer vows to fight these measures to protect Pennsylvania schools, teachers, students and parents from any harm that may come from these unprecedented developments. Read more

 

Freeman proposes fairer property tax system

(Mar 05, 2025)

"A property tax circuit breaker would help stabilize neighborhoods and communities across the commonwealth. By reducing the tax burden, more Pennsylvanians could purchase and maintain family homes,” Freeman said. Read more

 

Transportation, Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Mar 04, 2025)

Learn more about the multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. Read more

 

Schweyer Community Conversation with PennDOT

(Mar 03, 2025)

Pa. state Rep. Peter Schweyer sat down with PennDOT officials to get an update on the South Fourth Street project in Allentown and discuss how these changes will improve traffic flow and safety in the area. Read more

 

Freeman bill seeks better response to overdoses

(Mar 03, 2025)

“The opioid crisis knows no age and ensuring that our high schools are properly equipped with the tools necessary to prepare and respond to overdoses will not only encourage a larger conversation on addiction but, most importantly, save lives,” said Freeman. Read more

 

Pashinski announces $103,781 funding for mid-block pedestrian crossing in Laurel Run Borough

(Feb 27, 2025)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski is pleased to announce a $103,781 grant allocated for the implementation of a mid-block pedestrian crossing over East Northampton Street (Route 2007) at Giant’s Despair/Heritage Park in Laurel Run Borough. Read more

 

Schweyer, Miller, Tuerk applaud funding for Allentown street redesign

(Feb 27, 2025)

State Rep. Peter Schweyer, in tandem with state Sen. Nick Miller and Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk, announced today new state funding totaling $1.9 million for a project in the 134th Legislative District. Read more

 

Schlossberg welcomes traffic safety grant for Upper Macungie Twp.

(Feb 27, 2025)

Upper Macungie Township will use its $317,600 grant to upgrade 13 intersections to camera or radar signal detections. Read more

 

Chronic wasting disease meeting Thursday in Hazleton

(Feb 26, 2025)

The public meeting will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27 at Penn State Hazleton, 76 University Drive, Graham Building Room 115 (Parking lot F). Read more

 

Schweyer and Miller announce $1 million for trail extension

(Feb 25, 2025)

State Rep. Peter Schweyer, along with state Sen. Nick Miller, obtained a $1 million grant for the MLK Trail in Allentown, Lehigh County. Read more

 

Siegel: $700,000 for streetscape and renovation projects

(Feb 25, 2025)

State Rep. Josh Siegel said $700,000 in grants were awarded Monday by the Commonwealth Financing Authority for two projects in his community. Read more

 

Schweyer: Proficiency Levels Matter

(Feb 24, 2025)

At a recent budget hearing, Majority Chair of the House Education Committee Rep. Peter Schweyer questioned the Department of Education about low proficiency levels at cyber charter schools, noting that the educational results don't seem to justify the funding the state is providing.  Read more

 

Funding for Whitehall Township curb ramp improvements acquired

(Feb 24, 2025)

State Rep. Jeanne McNeill and state Sen. Nick Miller today announced a state grant award for a project in Whitehall Township. Read more

 

Pashinski: $200,000 secured for District 121 streetscape improvements

(Feb 24, 2025)

A streetscape improvement is coming to the 121st Legislative District thanks to $200,000 in new grant funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority, state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski announced today. Read more

 

Schweyer: Cyber Charter Audit is Concerning

(Feb 24, 2025)

At a recent budget hearing, Majority Chair of the House Education Committee Rep. Peter Schweyer discussed several issues surrounding cyber charter schools with the Department of Education. Schweyer referenced a recent state audit that raised serious concerns about funding and accountability of these schools that need addressed. Read more

 

Mullins Stresses Importance of Neurodegenerative Disease Research

(Feb 24, 2025)

With a potential loss of federal funding looming, Pa. state Rep. Kyle Mullins highlights the important work PA’s research institutions contribute in the quest to cure many neurodegenerative diseases. Mullins, who lost his father to ALS, says this research gives families hope and funding should be made a priority at the state level. Read more