Veterans Brunch

Veterans Brunch

Steele: PGC approves plan to acquire 280 acres of land in Indiana Twp. to protect it for future generations

(Sep 20, 2024)

"Public lands are a core American tradition, and I've long been frustrated by the lack of access here in Allegheny County and more specifically, the 33rd Legislative District," Steele said. "With this planned acquisition, residents living in the region will have access to trails, hunting areas, wildlife viewing and more, and will be able to take advantage of all of what nature has to offer closer to home." Read more

 

Grants: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Sep 12, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Community and Economic Development: Main Street Matters Who May Apply: Units of local government, redevelopment and/or housing authorities, nonprofits, economic development organizations, housing corporations, community development corporations, business improvement districts, neighborhood improvement districts, downtown improvement districts, and similar organizations incorporated as authorities. Use: A flexible tool for use in community and economic development for a variety of uses including planning activities, façade grant programs, business improvement grant programs, accessible housing programs, and district development grants. Funds: $20 million was allocated for this program in the 2024/25 budget. Individual grant awards vary depending on the type of grant. Application Deadline: November 15, 2024 More information: DCED Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Violence Intervention and Prevention Program Who May Apply: Community-based organizations (i.e., active, registered 501(c)(3)s), institutions of higher education, municipalities, counties, and district attorneys. Use: Reducing community violence through, among other things, increasing access to support services and behavioral health, providing health services and intervention strategies, providing mentoring and other intervention models, and fostering and promoting communication between schools, the community, and law enforcement. Read more

 

Steele: More than $9,200 secured for Highlands SD environmental repairs

(Sep 09, 2024)

“Students in our district are fortunate to have some of the most dedicated teachers and school staff imaginable, but we need to make sure our school facilities keep pace with the quality of the curriculum,” Steele said. “That’s why we worked to pass budget funding that will allow schools to identify and address any potential environmental hazards. With the new funding, Highlands School District can move forward with project repairs to ensure students and staff enjoy the safe, hazard-free facilities they deserve.”  Read more

 

IBEW Local 5 hosts Solar for Schools celebration in Pittsburgh

(Sep 06, 2024)

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 6 -- State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Phila., joined state Reps. Mandy Steele, D-Allegheny, Nick Pisciottano, D-Allegheny, and other Allegheny County legislators Thursday to celebrate the recent passage of her Solar for Schools Act . The event was hosted at the IBEW Local 5 Training Center. Speakers were welcomed by business manager Thomas McInytre. Solar for Schools is a new state grant program designed to help school districts across Pennsylvania install solar panels on their grounds or roofs. By generating their own energy, districts can save millions of dollars over the life of a solar project—while creating good-paying jobs, reducing environmental impact, and helping keep costs low for taxpayers. Gov. Josh Shapiro signed the bill into law on July 17. “Creating solar energy at schools not only reduces the amount of tax dollars spent on utility bills, but also creates union jobs in the high-tech and rapidly growing renewable energy industry,” said Pisciottano. “Solar for Schools is supporting working families, the environment, and local economies here in southwestern Pennsylvania and across the state.” “This is a win for taxpayers, a win for labor, and a win for the environment. I was proud to help shepherd this through the committee process and to help get it across the finish line,” said state Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Beaver, chair of the PA House Consumer Protection, Technology Read more

 

Summer 2024- Mid-District

(Aug 29, 2024)

Click here to read Rep. Steele's latest newsletter Read more

 

Senior Fair

(Aug 19, 2024)

Click here to read about Rep. Steele's upcoming Senior Fair Read more

 

Veterans Brunch

(Aug 12, 2024)

Click to learn more about the upcoming Veterans Brunch Read more

 

Steele, committee hears testimony on manufacturing job creation

(Jul 30, 2024)

“We know clean energy manufacturing is a tremendous opportunity in this commonwealth that has never existed before,” said Rep. Mandy Steele, who hosted the hearing and represents portions of Allegheny County. “We have the potential for unbelievable job creation and business growth, and we learned more about the thousands of jobs being created and the potential to bring manufacturing jobs back to Pennsylvania from Asia – but it’s important the state continues to support these efforts to maximize this moment.” Read more

 

Veterans Outreach

(Jul 26, 2024)

A representative from the VFW will be available for appointments between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Please call 724-826-5151 to schedule. Read more

 

Upcoming Events

(Jul 17, 2024)

Click here to check out Rep. Steele's upcoming events Read more

 

Steele Delivers PA Budget That Works For Allegheny County

(Jul 17, 2024)

Pa. state Rep. Mandy Steele was excited to deliver a state budget that makes great investments for Allegheny County, like increases in school funding, small businesses, maternal health care, child care and support for our seniors and first responders. Read more

 

Shred Event

(Jul 16, 2024)

Shred your confidential documents and papers and get information on identity theft. Read more

 

Veterans Brunch

(Jul 16, 2024)

Enjoy a hot catered brunch with fellow veterans and learn about the various government services available to you. Read more

 

Senior Resource Fair

(Jul 15, 2024)

A wealth of information for seniors, from flu shots, blood pressure checks and stroke education to clinics on Property Tax/Rent Rebates and PRT Bus Passes, to unused prescription takeback disposal and a hot, to-go meal. Read more

 

House passes Steele package that supports hunters, farmers

(Jun 27, 2024)

“Farmers are being financially crippled by crop damage, while our woodlands are being decimated by the deer herd, and the legacy of hunting is waning, Steele said. “These bills are a collaborative effort with many organizations to revive hunting, while also being stewards of our wildlife and natural resources.” Read more

 

Fiedler bill to modernize Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority unanimously approved by committee

(Jun 11, 2024)

HARRISBURG, June 11 — Today, H.B. 2338 , introduced by state Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Phila. , was approved unanimously by the House Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities Committee. The bill would update the duties and powers of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority, which was chartered in 1982 with the purpose of financing energy and energy-related projects. If enacted, H.B. 2338 would enable PEDA to apply for and leverage billions of federal dollars available through the Inflation Reduction Act to incentivize investments in Pennsylvania clean-energy projects. With the federal government now implementing the $550 billion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the $783 billion Inflation Reduction Act, Fiedler said she believes this presents an incredible opportunity for Pennsylvania. “These federal investments can jumpstart energy production in Pennsylvania, create good local jobs, and reduce energy costs for consumers, but only if we have the right vehicle to seize the funds,” Fiedler said. “PEDA, our state’s public energy financing authority, is well-suited to play this role, but first we must modernize PEDA to ensure it can maximize its role as an energy accelerator and job creator.” The legislation’s co-prime sponsor, state Rep. Mandy Steele, D-Allegheny, placed the legislation within the context of the state’s long history of energy production. Read more

 

Spring 2024

(May 22, 2024)

Click here to read Rep. Steele's latest newsletter, which contains information on her legislation, first responders, the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program and more. Read more

 

Steele bill that would provide needed blood pressure monitoring devices to pregnant women passes PA House

(May 21, 2024)

“Hypertension and related disorders are a leading cause of maternal, neonatal and fetal health complications and death. Early identification and intervention is critical to the health of the mother and baby,” Steele said. “Remote blood pressure monitoring is a reliable, effective strategy in getting control of the mother’s blood pressure and avoiding costly and preventable complications.” Read more

 

Orphan Well Plugging Program is opportunity to work collaboratively with oil and gas industry to benefit the environment

(May 21, 2024)

I am supporting a program initiated by Republican legislation that will enable more orphaned wells to be plugged, not only more cheaply than the current process, but also in greater number. Read more

 

Steele: Time for DEP to get moving on state orphan well capping program

(May 09, 2024)

HARRISBURG, May 9 – Continuing her efforts to ensure the planet remains habitable for future generations, state Rep. Mandy Steele is leading a push to get the state’s new orphan well plugging program up and running. Read more