Medicaid is an essential, life-sustaining program,” Miller said. “It helps millions of low-income people, supporting disability and mental health services, providing nursing home care, covering Medicare costs and much more. It helps Democrats, Republicans, and independents alike, and promises must be kept.” Read more
Newly listed state grant opportunities Read more
PennDOT grant funds new traffic signal at Centre Ave. and North Dithridge St. intersection Read more
PITTSBURGH, Feb. 26 – State Rep. Aerion A. Abney, D-Allegheny, announced that two state grants, totaling more than $1.5 million, were awarded to a local restaurant for expanding employment opportunities and to projects that will safeguard motorists and pedestrians. Café Momentum Pittsburgh received $914,300 for extending workforce development internships to 75 at-risk youths. The interns will learn front- and back-of-the-house work during their time with Café Momentum, as well as receive life-skills support, employee adjustment and confidence skill building assistance, mental healthcare, and education support. Funding of $647,000 will go toward modernizing the traffic signal at the intersection of East General Robinson Street and Sandusky Street and for pedestrian safety improvements in the North Shore neighborhood. “Giving young people opportunities, such as those provided by Café Momentum, will provide them with invaluable information on sustainable careers and, potentially, a path to such careers in food services and hospitality. I’m also proud to help secure monies that will keep neighbors safe with traffic improvements on the North Side,” Abney said. “Thank you to Senator Wayne Fontana and all partners who helped make these dollars possible.” Café Momentum’s funds are allocated through the Commonwealth’s Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant Program, while the traffic signal Read more
“I am absolutely heartbroken by the cruelty of the budget that passed the U.S. House last night,” Kinkead said. Read more
“The lack of attainable housing is a complex issue, negatively affecting workers, businesses and families,” said state Rep. Lindsay Powell, who represents a portion of Allegheny County. “The lack of attainable housing means workers are sometimes unable to accept higher paying jobs because they cannot afford to move to a new geographic location, which heightens Pennsylvania’s workforce needs. It also means an entire generation of workers have been denied one of the basic tenets in building generational wealth through home ownership.” Read more
State grant to fund sidewalk reconstruction on Monongahela Avenue Read more
State grants support Larimer-Homewood Multimodal Greenway, Carlow University Read more
PITTSBURGH, Feb. 24 – State Rep. Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny, announced that a $250,000 state grant was awarded to the city of Pittsburgh for work focused on pedestrian safety and ease of travel throughout the Strip District. This grant was made possible by the state’s Multimodal Transportation Fund and will be used to make Smallman Street safer and more accessible for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. “Protecting residents and visitors through infrastructure is a commonsense investment, but it requires sustained commitments. Residents and visitors in the Strip District and throughout Pittsburgh deserve to travel safely to work and spaces of relaxation, arts and culture every day,” Powell said. “I want to thank Senator Wayne Fontana for his collaboration in securing these dollars and keeping neighbors connected.” Powell and Fontana procured a grant of nearly $1 million for the Smallman Street project last year as well. The MTF, a Commonwealth Financing Authority program, provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure that a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to the residents of Pennsylvania. Read more
"Investing in our local roads is essential for the safety and mobility of our residents," state Rep. Brandon Markosek said. "This funding will allow Wilmerding Borough to make much-needed improvements to these streets, ensuring safer and smoother travel for the community. I’m proud to support this project and will continue advocating for infrastructure improvements throughout our district." Read more
State funding secured to rehabilitate Elizabeth Ave. Read more
BEN AVON HEIGHTS, Feb. 24 – State Rep. Arvind Venkat, D-Allegheny, announced that a $250,000 state grant was awarded to the Borough of Ben Avon Heights for work focused on pedestrian safety and ease of travel throughout the community. The grant, made possible by the Multimodal Transportation Fund, will be used to complete a sidewalk installation project along Canterbury Road by connecting the existing sidewalk from the Shannopin Country Club to New Brighton Road. “Keeping residents safe and the community of Ben Avon Heights connected are priorities I’m proud to help bring to fruition with these dollars,” Venkat said. “Thank you to Sen. Devlin Robinson for his collaboration on this bipartisan effort to improve local infrastructure.” Venkat and Robinson procured a $181,100 Local Share Account grant for Ben Avon Heights’ project last year as well. The representatives’ advocacy has resulted in a total of $431,100 secured. The MTF, a Commonwealth Financing Authority program, provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure that a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to the residents of Pennsylvania. Read more
"From safer sidewalks to better transit connections, these projects address longstanding safety concerns,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “I've heard directly from constituents about these needs, and I'm pleased we could secure significant funding to assist our municipalities in creating more walkable and accessible areas that positively affect how residents navigate our communities." Read more
BRADDOCK, Feb. 24 – Major transportation improvements are coming to the 34 th Legislative District thanks to $1.67 million in new grant funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority, state Rep. Abigail Salisbury announced today. “Our towns and boroughs have identified aging and deteriorated roads and sidewalks that need restoring,” Salisbury said. “The new grants will ensure we have the funds needed to move forward with projects in Rankin, Swissvale, North Braddock, Forest Hills and Wilkinsburg so that motorists, cyclists and pedestrians have the safer, smoother commute they deserve.” Salisbury said the funding includes: $500,000 to the Wilkinsburg School District for vehicle and pedestrian improvements around the Kelly Primary School. $445,000 to the Borough of Rankin to reconstruct Rankin Boulevard and Harriet Street. $300,000 to Swissvale Borough to reconstruct sidewalks and pedestrian stairs along multiple streets in the borough. $225,000 to North Braddock Borough to reconstruct Jones Avenue from Library Street to 6 th Street. $200,000 to Forest Hills Borough for roadway and sidewalk improvements on multiple streets. The funding comes from CFA’s Multimodal Transportation Fund. More about the program is available here: https://dced.pa.gov/programs/multimodal-transportation-fund/ . Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 20 – State Rep. Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny, has introduced a state version of a federal law that protects patients from violence and harassment when visiting sites where abortions and reproductive healthcare services are provided. Powell’s legislation ( H.B. 670 ) would establish a state version of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act to guarantee the rights of Pennsylvania mothers and birthing individuals. The FACE Act prohibits intimidation, obstruction and/or violence against those seeking reproductive healthcare services and providers, while also prohibiting defacement/damage to sites offering such services. “As long as abortion is legal in PA, all efforts must be made to not only keep reproductive healthcare readily accessible, but to keep both patients and providers safe during these processes. Intolerance of any kind runs counter to the constitutional rights of residents and has no place in this Commonwealth,” Powell said. “My bill would help curb potential threats and put the health and well-being of Pennsylvanians first.” President Bill Clinton signed the federal FACE Act into law in May 1994. Read more
State grant grows advanced skills training opportunities for local students Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 19 – State Rep. Aerion A. Abney, D-Allegheny, introduced a bill today that would add Pennsylvania to the list of states that are members of the Social Work Licensure Compact. The legislation ( H.B. 554 ) would allow licensed commonwealth social workers or those eligible for a license to apply for the ability to provide their services across multiple states. A comprehensive data system would also be created, so the public could be kept safe and informed regarding social worker license status and any adverse actions associated with a licensed social worker. “As a social worker, I know firsthand how hard they work for their fellow citizens and how their efforts are often overlooked by others,” Abney said. “My bill would help social workers provide for themselves and their families, while ensuring that those in need of their services can improve their own circumstances by seeking them out.” Abney holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh. The bill has been referred to the PA House Professional Licensure Committee. Read more
"Investing in the safety and well-being of our communities means investing in our firefighters and EMS heroes,” said Kinkead, D-Allegheny. “These dollars will ensure they have better equipment, safer working conditions, and ultimately help them deliver a stronger emergency response. I’m proud to support our local first responders by advocating for state investments like these.” Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 13 – State Rep. Aerion A. Abney, D-Allegheny, announced today that he has been appointed to Pittsburgh Regional Transit ’s Board of Directors by Pennsylvania Speaker of the House Joanna E. McClinton. “I want to thank Speaker McClinton for entrusting me with the responsibility to address transportation needs across Pittsburgh. This role, complemented by serving on the House Appropriations Committee, is a tremendous opportunity to help secure dollars that keep residents connected to home, work and other destinations through this year’s budget and future budgets,” Abney said. “I look forward to collaborating with government colleagues, community leaders and stakeholders on solutions that get neighbors where they need to go every day.” Abney’s term on the board will officially begin on March 1 and run exactly four years. PRT is comprised of 2,600 employees who operate, maintain and support bus, light rail, incline and paratransit services, which translates into providing 60 million rides per year. Until 2022, the agency was known as Port Authority. Read more
PITTSBURGH, Feb. 12 – State Rep. Lindsay Powell, D-Allegheny, announced today that the Office of the State Fire Commissioner has awarded more than $146,000 in funding to fire and EMS companies in the 21st Legislative District. “Our first responders are committed to protecting us all and sacrifice a great deal of their time and energy. Reciprocating that same level of commitment to them is essential,” Powell said. “These dollars are investments in their ability to save lives and to keep themselves safe on the job every day. I’m honored to advocate on their behalf and will continue to work toward providing them with the tools and resources they need.” Grant recipients are: Bauerstown Volunteer Fire Department: $14,170.24 Cherry City Volunteer Fire Co.: $14,600.59 Elfinwild Volunteer Fire Co.: $14,815.77 Etna Volunteer Fire Department: $16,106.84 Millvale Volunteer Fire Department: $14,385.41 Reserve Volunteer Fire Department: $28,322.02 Shaler Area Emergency Medical Services Inc.: $15,000 Shaler Villa Volunteer Fire Co.: $12,663.99 Undercliff Volunteer Fire Co.: $16,322.02 The Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program is administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner and is available for volunteer and career fire companies, emergency medical services and rescue squads. Eligible projects include facility upgrades, equipment, debt reduction, training and certification, Read more
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