“I've listened closely to our Penn Hills community, and the message was clear: we need to invest in our youth and provide more after-school opportunities,” McAndrew said. “These two grants are more than funding – they're a commitment to our young people. I’m proud to support projects where young people can learn, grow and build their futures.” Read more
“Going around the Penn Hills community in my first term, I heard time and time again the need for investment into our youth, and general concern that there were not enough after school resources for them to participate in,” said state Rep. Joe McAndrew. “To step up and support delivering $1 million in funding to our region for a minority business owner to build a new facility for our youth athletics and to drive $1 million to a community center predominantly supporting our black youth in after school programing are huge wins to our region and for our youth." Read more
"These grants will make a meaningful impact in our communities by improving public spaces, supporting those in need, expanding emergency services, and investing in the future of our schools," said state Rep. Joe McAndrew. "This funding will provide much-needed upgrades to our parks, roads and schools, and help us build a safer, more connected community." Read more
“By strengthening prohibitions against these activities, we are taking steps to reduce the chance that mobile phone use will result in needless death or injury. Today, with the passage of this legislation, we have taken another step toward saving lives," McAndrew said. Read more
Ensuring towns and cities are equipped to handle fire emergencies is vital, and this legislation would facilitate easier registration for non-profit status without any cost to fire departments," McAndrew said. Read more
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“From day one, I have said we need to make sure we have strong and reliable public transportation systems for people in our region to safely get to work, school or wherever they need to go,” McAndrew said. “I am here to make sure that happens, and I am grateful for this new opportunity to advance in the House Transportation Committee.” Read more
PENN HILLS, Jan. 29 – State Reps. Joe McAndrew and Brandon Markosek, both D-Allegheny and serving on the House Transportation Committee, released a statement today following the announcement of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s plan to increase the state share of public transit funding by 1.75% – a $282.8 million investment , and nearly $1.5 billion in new state funding over five years -- in transit systems that Pennsylvanians rely on. “Public transit is a necessity for many hardworking Pennsylvanians, who rely on it to get to work or school, or to move around their cities and towns. Accessible, reliable and pollution-free public transit options are essential for our communities, and the proposed plan is a step in the right direction. “As members of the House Transportation Committee, we welcome a plan that increases funding for public transportation, which will benefit not only residents but also businesses and the state's economy. “We look forward to reviewing the details of Governor Shapiro's public transportation funding plan when he announces his 2024-25 budget proposal soon and will continue to work together to support safe and accessible public transportation, especially for working families, in large and small communities across the state.” ### House Democrats are committed to promoting better jobs, better schools and better communities. Putting people ahead of politics, House Democrats are leading the charge to lower Read more
“The new funding is going to support practical projects to improve our roads, better manage stormwater to restore our trails and plan for new parks and green spaces,” McAndrew said. “These are smart investments that will enhance quality of life for residents and help protect our natural resources. I want to thank CFA and the community partners who helped bring this funding to fruition.” Read more
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“Across the board, our water/sewage rates are going up. I hope the money brought back through these efforts will stabilize these rates now and in the future,” said Representative McAndrew.“These projects are really forward thinking, for example the Municipality of Penn Hills will be using their funds for a new data management system called SCADA that will allow for systems optimization, safety enhancements, reduce travel and wait time for operations and controls, and better monitoring/prevention of overflow events.” Read more
“The county is about to embark on the largest redesign of bus lines we have seen in nearly 20 years, and as planning proceeds, residents’ voices will be essential to the process,” McAndrew said. “Expert plans and projections may be important, but they’re no substitute for real-life feedback from riders and potential riders about their needs and challenges.” Read more
The holiday season is ramping up and I’ve put together a list of events around our area that will help you and your family get in the spirit. Read more
This free event features free resources, flu and COVID shots & more. No registration is needed to attend. Read more
PHMC grants fund restoration, preservation planning Read more
Projects include Oakmont fire hall addition; park trail extension Read more
HARRISBURG, Feb. 21 – Joe McAndrew, D-Allegheny, took the oath of office as PA’s 32 nd Legislative District representative today at the state Capitol in Harrisburg. “I am excited to be sworn in today to represent my neighbors in the 32 nd Legislative District,” McAndrew said. “Our communities and commonwealth face a lot of challenges, but I am confident that I can work with my fellow legislators to enact policies that not only support our communities but also create the environment we need to build a better Pennsylvania for everyone.” McAndrew previously served as the Allegheny County Democratic Committee’s executive director and worked with Congressman Chris Deluzio. He also brings with him the experience of working in Harrisburg, as he served on former Democratic House Minority Leader Frank Dermody’s team from 2012-14. Key issues McAndrew plans to focus on include public safety, public transportation, raising the minimum wage, supporting strong unions, providing resources for seniors, investing in renewable energy, ending gun violence, protecting women’s reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ rights, and fighting for equitable school funding. Photos of today’s swearing-in can be found here . Read more
Pennsylvanians in need of energy assistance are encouraged to apply to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for 2022-2023 winter heating season. To see if you qualify, view the table via the link above, and click here to apply online using COMPASS. A paper application can also be found here . Everyone should be able to keep warm during the coldest months of the year, and LIHEAP is a true security blanket for those who are in need. Read more
Graduating high school seniors of color are encouraged to apply for the James R. Roebuck PLCB Scholarship. Awardees will receive a $1,000 scholarship for educational purposes such as tuition, fees, books, and school-related supplies. Roebuck served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1985-2020 and served as chair of the House Education Committee and the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus. This scholarship was named for him to honor his deep commitment to expanding educational opportunities for all Pennsylvania students, especially students of color. Go to PaHouse.com/PLBC to apply. Read more
Each year, the Pennsylvania Treasury receives millions of dollars of unclaimed property. It is estimated that roughly one in 10 Pennsylvanians has unclaimed property. Unclaimed property may include: Closed bank accounts Uncashed checks, including paychecks Lost stocks and bonds Contents of safe deposit boxes Proceeds from the demutualization of insurance companies Expired gift cards/gift certificates To find out if you have unclaimed property, search your name in the Unclaimed Property database at https://www.patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property/ or call 1-800-222-2046. There is NO CHARGE to claim your unclaimed property. Read more
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