SAYING GOODBYE TO A DEAR COLLEAGUE

On Friday, I attended the funeral of my dear friend and colleague, Matt Gergely (top center), who represented PA’s 35th Legislative District.

Matt and I took the oath of office together in February 2023 to serve our first term in the PA House. In our short time working together, I got to experience Matt’s warmth, his generous heart, his sense of humor, and his tireless dedication to the community he loved. He left a legacy of love and service that will be felt for a long time. May his memory be a blessing.

IMPROVING ONLINE ACCESS FOR ALL RESIDENTS

I’m excited to join my fellow PA House Democrats in offering embedded accessibility tools for people living with disabilities. You can read this e-newsletter in a way that’s preferable to you by visiting my legislative website at www.RepSalisbury.com and clicking on the accessibility icon in the lower right corner. The menu will allow you to choose a site experience tailored to your needs, including, among other tools, the ability to automatically recognize screen-reading technology.

STUDENTS – CHECK OUT THESE PROGRAMS!

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh is offering students free help with completing the FAFSA application. Stop by Room 202 of the Kaufmann Building, located at 5738 Forbes Ave., between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Scan the QR code above or email mcarson@jccpgh.org to register.

This is a reminder that the PA House of Representatives Legislative Fellowship Program is currently accepting applications until March 1 for the Summer 2025 program. Based in the Harrisburg state Capitol building, the program provides the opportunity to work on a committee or in a House Leadership office, draft and present your own legislation, meet public officials, and much more. You can learn more here and submit applications to pahousefellowship@pabmc.net.

Students seeking a construction-related degree: the Keystone Contractors Association scholarship program is now open for graduating high school seniors and current college students. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2025. Visit this page to learn more.

The Shapiro Administration is inviting students in grades 1-6 to enter the 2025 Lyme Disease Student Art Contest by creating a short video or poster focusing on the theme “Protect. Check. Remove.” For more information, scan the QR code above or visit this page. Entries are due March 14 by 11:59 p.m.

BECOME A LITERACY VOLUNTEER!

Literacy Pittsburgh is seeking volunteer tutors to help adults learn English or build their reading, writing, and math skills. Please visit this page to learn more.

FURRY FAMILY MEMBER LICENSE REMINDER

This is a reminder that all Allegheny County dog owners need to register their pets that are 3 months and older.  Licenses purchased in 2024 (other than lifetime licenses) expired on Dec. 31, 2024. You can read more here.

EMPLOYERS: LEARN MORE ABOUT ‘SHATTERING
THE STIGMA’

Area employers: check out the latest employer education series “Shatter the Stigma: Supporting Recovery in the Workplace ECHO.” The training is being offered to dispel the stigma and provide education and hiring strategies for individuals with a history of substance use disorder. The first session is Feb. 11. Click on the image above to learn more. Scan the QR code or visit this page to register.

NEXT VETERANS SERVICE SESSIONS SCHEDULED
FOR MARCH

Veterans & family members: please be aware that there will be no veteran service sessions in February. Our next sessions will be held March 3-5. Please feel free to contact us to schedule an appointment for March.

Local officials and nonprofit groups: please be aware that you can find the latest state grant openings at this page.

To everyone: If you need help with any state-related matter, please don’t hesitate to contact my office.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

123-B East Wing
Harrisburg, PA 17120

(717) 783-1914

District Office

501 Braddock Ave.
Braddock, PA 15104

(412) 273-3400