Kosierowski responds to school funding decision

(Feb 08, 2023)

“This week’s court decision regarding Pennsylvania school funding is welcomed by students, teachers and taxpayers across the state." Read more

 

Conservation, Substance Abuse Education, and Act 13 Funding Opportunities

(Feb 01, 2023)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Policy Hearing: Testifiers detail issues affecting health care staffing

(Jan 26, 2023)

“We couldn’t possibly touch on all the issues affecting health care staffing today, but this hearing offered a chance for lawmakers and members of the public to understand the complexity of the problems,” said Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, who spent more than 25 years in the health care sector and is a registered nurse. “Real change will only come about if we methodically address the root causes of these numerous issues.” Read more

 

Pa. lawmakers propose medical debt relief bill

(Jan 23, 2023)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 23 – Seeking to ease the burden of medical debt on working families, a plan to create the Pennsylvania Medical Debt Repayment Program was unveiled today by state Reps. Arvind Venkat and Nick Pisciottano, both D-Allegheny; Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna; and Tarik Khan and Donna Bullock, both D-Phila. “As a physician, I have seen firsthand how problems with our nation’s healthcare system – including medical debt – have hurt families and prevented people from getting the care they need,” said Venkat, the first physician to serve in the General Assembly in nearly 60 years. “While there are many issues that we need to address, including the systemic problems that lead to spiraling medical debt, this bill is an important first step toward helping people across Pennsylvania get the assistance and the care they need – and not phone calls from collection agencies.” “When my son was diagnosed with childhood leukemia, the last thing I wanted to worry about was the stress of medical costs. No family in Pennsylvania should ever need to think twice before seeking care for chronic or other serious conditions for fear of going into medical debt,” Kosierowski said. “We must do whatever we can at the state level to ensure that families don’t need to choose between going to the doctor or putting food on their table or buying clothes for their children.” The lawmakers likened the newly Read more

 

Dickson City to convert former video rental shop into community center

(Jan 22, 2023)

Forconi contacted state Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-114, Waverly Twp., looking for grants for the community center, and her office worked with him to apply, he said. Read more

 

Local lawmakers, voters optimistic as Gov. Shapiro takes office

(Jan 17, 2023)

"He's got a full plate, and it's a busy job, but I really have great faith that he'll do a wonderful job," said Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, (D) 114th District in Lackawanna County. Read more

 

Kosierowski welcomes grant to improve Dickson City park

(Jan 12, 2023)

"I’m glad that Dickson City received this substantial grant so Crystal Park can be updated while ensuring that the cost of the project doesn’t fall on local taxpayers." Read more

 

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!

(Jan 11, 2023)

Each month contains a scene from our Pennsylvania Capitol, proclaimed as one of the most beautiful Capitol buildings in the nation. Read more

 

Kosierowski comments on Scranton School District status

(Jan 10, 2023)

“As we move forward, I will encourage the incoming Shapiro administration to meet the state’s constitutional obligation to adequately fund education, so Pennsylvania students don’t fall behind, no matter where they live." Read more

 

NEPA's state lawmakers discuss priorities amid divided Pennsylvania General Assembly

(Jan 09, 2023)

Kosierowski called the condition of the state’s roads and bridges “a disaster.” Read more

 

Career/Technical Training, School Safety and Security, and Arts and Culture Funding Opportunities

(Dec 05, 2022)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Madden, McNeill re-elected to Northeast Delegation leadership; Kosierowski added to leadership team

(Nov 17, 2022)

“I look forward to joining Representatives Madden and McNeill on this leadership team and working with them to highlight opportunities to support and advocate for issues, legislation and funding for our region,” Kosierowski said. Read more

 

GRANT MEMO: Workforce Support, Historic Preservation, and Criminal Justice Disparity Research Funding Opportunities For Your District

(Nov 14, 2022)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

GRANT MEMO: Nonprofit Security, Boating Facility, and Water/Sewer Funding Opportunities

(Oct 19, 2022)

Read about the latest state grant opportunities open for applications. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application

(Sep 26, 2022)

Read about the latest state grant opportunities open for applications. Read more

 

Kosierowski welcomes grant for Dickson City park improvements

(Sep 20, 2022)

The funds will be used to implement the Bernard Siminski Memorial Park Phase II Development Project. Read more

 

Violence Intervention and Prevention, Transportation, and Local Law Enforcement Funding Opportunities

(Sep 13, 2022)

Learn about the latest grant opportunities that are open for applications. Read more

 

Kosierowski Connecting Area Seniors with Assistance

(Sep 12, 2022)

Pa. state Rep. Bridget M. Kosierowski co-hosted a Senior Fair with Reps. Thom Welby, Kyle Mullins and Senator Marty Flynn at the Marketplace at Steamtown. Kosierowski says the event was a great success, giving area seniors a chance to socialize while also learning about state and local programs and services to benefit their everyday lives. Read more

 

Summer 2022 Newsletter

(Sep 08, 2022)

Read my Summer 2022 newsletter. Read more

 

Roundtable Focuses on Deceptive Practices of So-Called “Crisis Pregnancy Centers”

(Sep 07, 2022)

“The most personal medical decision a woman makes should be between herself and her doctor, not between a male-dominated legislature or the Supreme Court. A woman’s right to choose should be just that – a woman’s right to choose.” Read more

 

Kosierowski responds to school funding decision
Feb 08, 2023

Conservation, Substance Abuse Education, and Act 13 Funding Opportunities
Feb 01, 2023

Policy Hearing: Testifiers detail issues affecting health care staffing
Jan 26, 2023

Pa. lawmakers propose medical debt relief bill
Jan 23, 2023

Dickson City to convert former video rental shop into community center
Jan 22, 2023

Local lawmakers, voters optimistic as Gov. Shapiro takes office
Jan 17, 2023

Kosierowski welcomes grant to improve Dickson City park
Jan 12, 2023

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!
Jan 11, 2023

Kosierowski comments on Scranton School District status
Jan 10, 2023

NEPA's state lawmakers discuss priorities amid divided Pennsylvania General Assembly
Jan 09, 2023

Career/Technical Training, School Safety and Security, and Arts and Culture Funding Opportunities
Dec 05, 2022

Madden, McNeill re-elected to Northeast Delegation leadership; Kosierowski added to leadership team
Nov 17, 2022

GRANT MEMO: Workforce Support, Historic Preservation, and Criminal Justice Disparity Research Funding Opportunities For Your District
Nov 14, 2022

GRANT MEMO: Nonprofit Security, Boating Facility, and Water/Sewer Funding Opportunities
Oct 19, 2022

State Grant Programs Open For Application
Sep 26, 2022

Kosierowski welcomes grant for Dickson City park improvements
Sep 20, 2022

Violence Intervention and Prevention, Transportation, and Local Law Enforcement Funding Opportunities
Sep 13, 2022

Kosierowski Connecting Area Seniors with Assistance
Sep 12, 2022

Summer 2022 Newsletter
Sep 08, 2022

Roundtable Focuses on Deceptive Practices of So-Called “Crisis Pregnancy Centers”
Sep 07, 2022