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Resolution calling for National Infrastructure Bank introduced in Pa. House

(Jun 30, 2021)

"Investing in infrastructure is not only a basic responsibility of government, but an imperative to be ready for the future," Ciresi, D-Montgomery, said. "We need the NIB to address a significant backlog of maintenance needs in everything from roads and bridges to water mains, and to create a modern, state-of-the-art infrastructure for the 21st century without needing to raise taxes – accommodating our growing population, creating jobs and driving innovation." Read more

 

Ciresi votes ‘no’ on state budget, citing missed opportunities to invest surplus in education and infrastructure

(Jun 25, 2021)

“We should have done better. Just know that I will continue working tirelessly for students, for infrastructure and transit, for health care and reduced property tax burdens. The fight continues.” Read more

 

June 25 update: Missed Opportunities in the State Budget

(Jun 25, 2021)

Weekly email includes other legislative updates, the latest on Route 422 road work, and a salute to our COVID-19 progress. Read more

 

Ciresi: Schools Need Equitable Funding

(Jun 24, 2021)

Schools like the Pottstown School District need more funding so they can survive events like the pandemic. Read more

 

Ciresi: Everything Our District Needs

(Jun 23, 2021)

He says the biggest fight is for equitable school funding to make sure his school districts have the money they need to invest in our children and save taxpayers money on local property taxes. In addition, he’s fighting hard for public transportation and a study to restore Reading-Philadelphia passenger train service. Read more

 

Ciresi: Fair and Equitable Education Funding

(Jun 23, 2021)

Pa. state Rep. Joe Ciresi introduces Julia Smith, a student at Pottstown School District, to talk about how her school district is underfunded. Read more

 

June 21 update: 422 & 202 Lane Closures

(Jun 21, 2021)

Plus, I share my support for health care workers. Read more

 

Ciresi: Our Health Care Workers Deserve More

(Jun 16, 2021)

Pa. state Rep. Joe Ciresi stood with healthcare workers from across Pennsylvania as they rallied at the state Capitol for better wages and safer staffing levels. Ciresi says their sacrifices helped us through the pandemic and they deserve better. Read more

 

June 11 update: Fair Funding, Vaccine Updates, and Route 422 Lane Closures

(Jun 11, 2021)

As budget negotiations continue in Harrisburg, I wanted to share several updates with you on education fair funding, fire department assistance, vaccine updates, and more. Read more

 

Ciresi’s fair funding bill seeks to rectify disparities in PA school districts

(Jun 11, 2021)

“It’s time to commit ourselves to using real data based on actual need to fund education, which is the reason we created these formulas in the first place. H.B. 1595 would put Pennsylvania back on track to fairly distributing education dollars so that we can achieve equitable funding for every student.” Read more

 

Miss my Telephone Town Hall? Listen to the discussion here.

(Jun 11, 2021)

Find out what our friends and neighbors had to say about the issues that matter. Read more

 

Ciresi: Fully Funding Public Education

(Jun 08, 2021)

We want school children to have every opportunity, whether they reside in a rich, middle class, or economically disadvantaged district. Read more

 

Ciresi helps Pottstown Fire Department secure funding for utility rescue truck

(Jun 07, 2021)

The smaller-sized utility rescue truck fills an often-overlooked need, said Pottstown Fire Chief Frank Hand. Read more

 

June 4 update: Preserving history in Trappe; PennDOT updates

(Jun 04, 2021)

Weekly email also includes a salute to Pride Month. Read more

 

Ciresi announces $40K in historic preservation funds for Henry Muhlenberg House upgrades

(Jun 02, 2021)

Specifically, the Henry Muhlenberg House will use the funding to replace an outdated, failing HVAC system with a new, energy efficient HVAC system that will ensure preservation of both the historic structure and its irreplaceable contents. Read more

 

Spring 2021 Newsletter

(Jun 01, 2021)

My Spring 2021 newsletter features information I hope and trust the people of the 146th Legislative District will find beneficial. Read more

 

May 28 update: UC System Launch & Memorial Day

(May 28, 2021)

Weekly email also congratulations recent/upcoming graduates, honors Memorial Day and highlights grants for Pottstown. Read more

 

Ciresi: Let’s rebuild Pottstown, our region and PA the right way

(May 27, 2021)

We all deserve a chance to recover, a chance to rebuild and a chance to succeed. I am committed to ensuring our community serves as a prime example of how to do that the right way. Read more

 

Ciresi announces $120K for Pottstown blight remediation

(May 26, 2021)

“I’m proud of and excited for Pottstown and the borough, PAID and YWCA for their efforts to secure these grants. I know that this funding will enhance our deserving community and keep Pottstown on the path to revitalization.” Read more

 

Lights, camera, tax credits: Lawmakers look to expand film industry benefits

(May 24, 2021)

Improving employment opportunities is just one of the perks of expanding the industry. Read more