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NEPA legislators tout expansion of property tax/rent rebate program

(Aug 25, 2023)

Rep. Jim Haddock joined State Reps. Eddie Day Pashinski, Bridget Kosierowski and Kyle Mullins at the Pittston Senior Center to promote that the PT/RR program expansion will help older Pennsylvanians. Read more

 

PENNSYLVANIA STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS

(Aug 24, 2023)

PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Pennsylvania Department of Economic Development: Keystone Communities Program Who May Apply : Units of local government, redevelopment and/or housing authorities, nonprofit organizations to include economic development organizations, housing corporations, etc., community development corporations, business improvement districts, neighborhood improvement districts, and similar organizations incorporated as authorities. Use : Multiple uses, including: Planning grants (address a particular need or circumstance within a community, undertake a study relevant to an identified need, or study the results of implementing a specific activity) Implementation grants (assist designated KC program communities in implementing critical components of their approved Five-Year Strategy) Façade grants (to stimulate private investment in properties, foster an attractive environment, and preserve the architectural heritage of properties and communities. The grant funds may be used for primary street-facing, exterior building improvements in a defined target area of a downtown or neighborhood such as storefront signs, exterior façade painting, design assistance, etc.) Development grants (available to fund a variety of physical improvements, see program guidelines for full list) Public improvement grants (available to assist communities in a variety of development projects to help Read more

 

Wilkes-Barre Area School District awarded over $226K for fresh fruit and vegetables

(Aug 16, 2023)

Wilkes-Barre Area School District will receive $226,152 through the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski announced today. Read more

 

Fetterman visits Heller Orchards in Wapwallopen

(Aug 11, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre, said, “No doubt, there were more workers available prior to the pandemic. And that is one reason why we are here today — to hear your concerns so Sen. Fetterman can take them back to his committee and make sure the Farm Bill addresses your concerns.” Read more

 

Pashinski applauds signed expansion of Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

(Aug 07, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski applauded Gov. Josh Shapiro for signing an expansion of the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program into law. Read more

 

Lawmakers, health executives discuss viability of rural health care

(Aug 04, 2023)

State lawmakers and health care executives met Thursday at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford to discuss difficulties rural hospitals face, with one lawmaker saying he is “truly scared” about the future of rural health systems.The public hearing, which focused on rural hospital and healthcare sustainability, was hosted by the Center for Rural Pennsylvania Board of Directors. State Sen. Gene Yaw, R-Lycoming, chairman, and state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes Barre, vice chair, heard from healthcare professionals and advocates from across the state on what works for them and what does not. Read more

 

Pa. dog licensing bill waits to reach finish line

(Jul 22, 2023)

“We’ve been working on this bill for five years,” said Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Luzerne, majority chairman of the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. Mr. Pashinksi said passing the bill is a top priority. Read more

 

Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce purchases new home

(Jul 19, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-121, Wilkes-Barre, congratulated the chamber “for their vision, hard work and success in receiving the necessary funds to initiate their Project Elevate proposal.” Read more

 

Infrastructure, Housing, Transportation, and Safety Funding Opportunities

(Jul 05, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

Legislators offer comments on passage of minimum wage bill

(Jun 22, 2023)

“We even had bipartisan support on this bill,” said Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre. “Our workers have called on us as lawmakers time and time again to provide them a livable wage and I was proud to vote in alignment with that.” Read more

 

Pashinski releases statement on passage of minimum wage bill

(Jun 21, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski released a statement on the passage of H.B. 1500 – the minimum wage bill. Read more

 

Pashinski: Takes a Special Person to be a Social Worker

(Jun 20, 2023)

Majority Chairman of the Pa House Agriculture Committee and former teacher, state. Rep. Eddie Pashinski spoke of the important role that social workers have in our society. From our children to our senior citizens, social workers play vital roles in lifting everyone up, especially during times of crisis. Read more

 

Infrastructure, Housing, and Safety Funding Opportunities

(Jun 16, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more

 

Pashinski: $450,000 awarded for local projects addressing blight

(Jun 09, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski today announced $450,000 in state funding has been awarded for two Luzerne County projects to address blighted properties in his legislative district. Read more

 

Legislators announce millions for Luzerne County projects

(May 17, 2023)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre, in conjunction with Sen. Marty Flynn, D-Scranton, and Sen. David Argall, R-Pottsville, announced 12 area projects were awarded state funding totaling $2.27 million.“The state funding awarded to these municipal projects are for equipment, renovations and safety measures needed by those communities,” Pashinski said. “The nature of these projects is to provide extra safety to the community and give peace of mind to as many people as possible.” Read more

 

Pashinski welcomes multiple grants totaling $2.27 million for 12 local projects

(May 16, 2023)

“The state funding awarded to these municipal projects are for equipment, renovations and safety measures needed by those communities,” said Pashinski. Read more

 

New 'PA Preferred Organic' Trademark Could Soon Be In Grocery Stores

(May 10, 2023)

HARRISBURG, PA — A new state-certified trademark specifically designating locally produced organic foods could soon be in grocery stores across Pennsylvania.Legislation was passed through the General Assembly this month to create a PA Preferred Organic logo, which aims to improve sales for Pennsylvania farmers creating sustainable products. Read more

 

New 'PA Preferred Organic' Trademark Could Soon Be In Grocery Stores

(May 09, 2023)

“Pennsylvanians should be proud that their commonwealth is a national leader in organic agriculture sales, research, and farmer training thanks to organizations like the Rodale Institute," State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski (D-Luzerne) said. Read more

 

Pashinski, O'Mara Discuss Hospital Closure Reform on The Confluence

(May 06, 2023)

State legislators want hospital companies to give communities more notice, and resources for care, ahead of reducing services or closing hospitals. We speak to Representatives Jennifer O’Mara, (D., Delaware) and Eddie Day Pashinski (D., Luzerne) about their proposal and intended impacts. (10:40 - 22:30) Read more

 

Chesco, Delco lawmakers join forces to unveil hospital closure reform

(May 05, 2023)

House Bill 158 (Rep. Pashinski) and Senate Bill 184 would increase the time in which hospitals must notify government agencies ahead of a hospital or unit closure from 90 days to 180 days. Read more

 

NEPA legislators tout expansion of property tax/rent rebate program
Aug 25, 2023

PENNSYLVANIA STATE PROGRAMS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
Aug 24, 2023

Wilkes-Barre Area School District awarded over $226K for fresh fruit and vegetables
Aug 16, 2023

Fetterman visits Heller Orchards in Wapwallopen
Aug 11, 2023

Pashinski applauds signed expansion of Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program
Aug 07, 2023

Lawmakers, health executives discuss viability of rural health care
Aug 04, 2023

Pa. dog licensing bill waits to reach finish line
Jul 22, 2023

Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce purchases new home
Jul 19, 2023

Infrastructure, Housing, Transportation, and Safety Funding Opportunities
Jul 05, 2023

Legislators offer comments on passage of minimum wage bill
Jun 22, 2023

Pashinski releases statement on passage of minimum wage bill
Jun 21, 2023

Pashinski: Takes a Special Person to be a Social Worker
Jun 20, 2023

Infrastructure, Housing, and Safety Funding Opportunities
Jun 16, 2023

Pashinski: $450,000 awarded for local projects addressing blight
Jun 09, 2023

Legislators announce millions for Luzerne County projects
May 17, 2023

Pashinski welcomes multiple grants totaling $2.27 million for 12 local projects
May 16, 2023

New 'PA Preferred Organic' Trademark Could Soon Be In Grocery Stores
May 10, 2023

New 'PA Preferred Organic' Trademark Could Soon Be In Grocery Stores
May 09, 2023

Pashinski, O'Mara Discuss Hospital Closure Reform on The Confluence
May 06, 2023

Chesco, Delco lawmakers join forces to unveil hospital closure reform
May 05, 2023