Grants available as of Tuesday, Dec. 12

(Dec 12, 2023)

There are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. Read more

 

Lehigh Valley lawmakers want to stop ‘book ban’ arguments. They just disagree on how.

(Dec 11, 2023)

“I think the dangerous thing about the Senate bill is that it’s asking to codify and list all these books and materials,” Rep. Joshua Siegel, D-Lehigh, said. “Once you’ve got a list, the next natural step is just to say, ‘Well, if everything in here is sexually explicit, forget even giving parents the option. We’re just going to step in and say it’s too dangerous.’ ” Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application, Dec. 4

(Dec 04, 2023)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Aging: Senior Community Center Grants Who May Apply: Pennsylvania Senior Community Centers with an existing, contractual relationship with an Area Agency on Aging. Use: To help Pennsylvania’s Senior Community Centers increase participation and programming Funds: Up to $2 million in grant funding is available. Grants vary depending on staff levels. Application Deadline: December 15, 2023 More information: Aging Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Violence Intervention and Prevention Who May Apply: Community-based organizations with 501(c)(3) designation, institutions of higher education, municipalities, district attorneys, and counties, Use: Effective local intervening and preventive measures to stop gun and group violence that is occurring across the state in both the short- and long-term Funds: $40 million in state funding is available for two tracks: VIP Grants: Applicants can request up to 50% of their operating budget up to $950,00 total. Coordinated Community Violence Intervention Strategies Projects (CCVI): Applicants can request up to $3 million in total funding over a 36-month period (funding match required). PCCD anticipates approving only 2-3 CCVI projects. Application Deadline: January 18, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Department of Community and Economic Development: Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (11/15/2023)

(Nov 15, 2023)

There are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. Read more

 

Siegel: $15,000 secured to supply healthy food to local learning center

(Nov 14, 2023)

New funding of $15,000 will allow a Lehigh County-based early learning center to strengthen child nutrition and hands-on agricultural education, state Rep. Josh Siegel announced today. Read more

 

State mulls tax credits, exemptions for shopping mall conversions

(Nov 09, 2023)

“Municipalities deserve a fair shot at redeveloping outdated properties,” Rep. Joshua Siegel, D-Allentown, wrote in a legislative memo. “Pennsylvania has a need for quality and affordable housing, this bill provides options to help solve these challenges.” Read more

 

Programs Now Open for Applications 10/31/23

(Nov 02, 2023)

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

 

Pennsylvania House Passes Key Labor Bills: Strengthening Workforce and Infrastructure

(Oct 19, 2023)

Sponsored by State Representative Josh Siegel, D-Lehigh, one bill seeks to create a statewide responsible contractor law, setting clear requirements for firms bidding on publicly funded infrastructure projects. Read more

 

PA House Passes Responsible Contractor Law

(Oct 19, 2023)

Democrat Josh Siegel of Lehigh County applauded the Pennsylvania House of Representatives after they approved the passage of his bill creating new standards for construction projects. Read more

 

Siegel applauds passage of bill increasing supply of skilled craft labor

(Oct 18, 2023)

State Rep. Josh Siegel today applauded House passage of his bill that would establish a statewide responsible contractor law. Read more

 

Two key labor bills pass state House, head to state Senate for consideration

(Oct 18, 2023)

House Bill 1449, sponsored by state Rep. Josh Siegel, D-Lehigh, would establish a statewide responsible contractor law, setting clear requirements that firms bidding on publicly funded infrastructure projects must meet and requiring firms to have a state or federal registered apprenticeship program and pay prevailing rate. Read more

 

Educational, Environmental, Public Safety, and Redevelopment Grant Opportunities

(Oct 11, 2023)

Here are several grant programs that are open for applications. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (10/03/2023)

(Oct 03, 2023)

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

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (09/19/2023)

(Sep 19, 2023)

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

 

Siegel: The Lehigh Valley is leading the way in the new work-from-home era

(Sep 11, 2023)

For our cities and suburbs to thrive, it requires us to boldly reimagine how we design and build our neighborhoods with a renewed emphasis on walkability, density and easy access to opportunity. Read more

 

State Grant Programs Open For Application (09/05/2023)

(Sep 05, 2023)

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

 

Bill to open Allentown NIZ financial records passes Pa. state Senate

(Sep 01, 2023)

“This was, you know, a bold proposal by former Senator Browne to breathe life into a city that was dying,” Rep. Siegel said. “I don’t think anything is occurring in the city of Allentown that is not above board and by the law. I think the fact that it’s been heralded by economic development organizations around the country is a testament to the fact that it is a worthwhile endeavor. That evidence speaks for itself.” Read more

 

'Prepared for the Workforce of Tomorrow': Gov. Shapiro Highlights New Investments During Allentown Visit

(Aug 31, 2023)

Attendees and speakers included Robert Smith, EASCTC Executive Training Director, Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk, Easton Mayor Sal Panto Jr., and State Reps. Peter Schweyer, Mike Schlossberg, Josh Siegel, and Steve Samuelson. Read more

 

Siegel: Almost $112K in federal funding for free fresh fruits and vegetables for students

(Aug 17, 2023)

State Rep. Josh Siegel today announced $111,960 in funding has been awarded to three area schools to provide fruits and vegetables to students under the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. Read more

 

State legislators speak about importance of improving education at news conference

(Aug 11, 2023)

State Rep. Peter Schweyer, chairman of the Pennsylvania House Education Committee, joined school administration staff, teachers, parents and fellow legislators in Allentown this morning to speak about the importance of improving education. Read more

 

Grants available as of Tuesday, Dec. 12
Dec 12, 2023

Lehigh Valley lawmakers want to stop ‘book ban’ arguments. They just disagree on how.
Dec 11, 2023

State Grant Programs Open For Application, Dec. 4
Dec 04, 2023

State Grant Programs Open For Application (11/15/2023)
Nov 15, 2023

Siegel: $15,000 secured to supply healthy food to local learning center
Nov 14, 2023

State mulls tax credits, exemptions for shopping mall conversions
Nov 09, 2023

Programs Now Open for Applications 10/31/23
Nov 02, 2023

Pennsylvania House Passes Key Labor Bills: Strengthening Workforce and Infrastructure
Oct 19, 2023

PA House Passes Responsible Contractor Law
Oct 19, 2023

Siegel applauds passage of bill increasing supply of skilled craft labor
Oct 18, 2023

Two key labor bills pass state House, head to state Senate for consideration
Oct 18, 2023

Educational, Environmental, Public Safety, and Redevelopment Grant Opportunities
Oct 11, 2023

State Grant Programs Open For Application (10/03/2023)
Oct 03, 2023

State Grant Programs Open For Application (09/19/2023)
Sep 19, 2023

Siegel: The Lehigh Valley is leading the way in the new work-from-home era
Sep 11, 2023

State Grant Programs Open For Application (09/05/2023)
Sep 05, 2023

Bill to open Allentown NIZ financial records passes Pa. state Senate
Sep 01, 2023

'Prepared for the Workforce of Tomorrow': Gov. Shapiro Highlights New Investments During Allentown Visit
Aug 31, 2023

Siegel: Almost $112K in federal funding for free fresh fruits and vegetables for students
Aug 17, 2023

State legislators speak about importance of improving education at news conference
Aug 11, 2023