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E-news Updates – May 31, 2025
In this Update: Memorial Day Parade and Service Indiana Office Summer Intern Indiana County Association of Township Officials Westmoreland County Senior Housing Grand Opening Meeting with PennAEYC in Harrisburg Bill to Increase Firefighters in PA Receives Senate Support Prevent Surprises on the Road with PennDOTโs Construction Plans Beware of Counterfeit Weight Loss and Diabetes Drugs […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – May 23, 2025
In this Update: Penn State Board of Trustees Approve Campus Closures Westmoreland County Senior Expo Over $430,000 in State Grants Awarded for Vandergrift Borough and East Vandergrift Borough Projects Commonwealth Commitment to Care Award American Lung Association Advocacy Day Senate Votes to Improve Communication About School Safety Issues Grants Available for Firefighting Equipment and Training […] [Read More]
Senator Pittman Issues Statement on Penn State Campus Closures
Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R-41) issued the following statement regarding Penn State Board of Trusteesโ vote to close seven satellite campuses after the 2026-27 academic year: [Read More]
Pittman and Major Announce $430,000 in State Grants for Vandergrift Borough and East Vandergrift Borough Projects
Sen. Joe Pittman (R-41) and Rep. Abby Major (R-60) announced Vandergrift Borough and East Vandergrift Borough in Westmoreland County have received state grants totaling $431,078 for infrastructure and recreational development projects. The funding was awarded through the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Community and Economic Assistance Program. [Read More]
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A group of constituents from S&T Bank and the Pennsylvania Bankers Association were in Harrisburg yesterday to meet with legislators and staff to discuss a variety of legislative priorities as part of their annual #advocacyday.
I was pleased to sit down with them to discuss tax issues, elder #financialabuse protections, proposed legislation and much more. Thank you all for taking the time travel to the Capitol!

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Please join me in welcoming Caleb Campbell who is completing an #internship in my Indiana district office!
Caleb is from Indiana, #Pennsylvania, and is a graduate of Indiana Area Senior High School. He recently finished his sophomore year at The University of Alabama where he is pursuing a bachelorโs degree, majoring in #economics and #history. He is a member of the Alabama Menโs Club Crew Team and has also served as a research assistant compiling vehicular crash data and variables, such as the safety components of different vehicle models.
Caleb is a great addition to our team, and we look forward to the contributions he will make in helping to serve constituents this summer!

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I recently had the pleasure of meeting with PennAEYC Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children. @pennaeyc is a nonprofit organization for people who want to learn about and promote the value of quality care and education from birth to age 8. Their mission is to be an effective voice for high quality #earlychildhoodcare and #education.
A group of five members came to Harrisburg to educate lawmakers on their mission, ask for support of various proposed investments in the state budget, discuss the child care staffing crisis and impact on #workingfamilies, and share other information relating to the Early Learning Pennsylvania coalition and Thriving PA campaign, which are working to increase awareness of and foster support for infant and toddler early intervention. I appreciated hearing their perspectives.

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Thank you to #students from Homer-Center Senior High School and Ligonier Valley High School who stopped by my Harrisburg office as part of the American Lung Association Advocacy Day. We discussed the Clean Indoor Air Act, tobacco prevention measures, and addressing youth tobacco use . We also talked about the importance of safety on the roads, as many of these young men and women are starting to drive in an age with a significant number of distractions.
#Pennsylvania needs our next generation to engage in learning about the legislative process. It was great to see familiar faces, as many of the students also participated in my Student Government Seminar last month!

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It was an honor and privilege to attend American Legion, Post 868 Lower Burrell, Pa Annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony. My sincere thanks to Post 868 members for organizing an amazing tribute honoring those who gave their lives while serving our great country.
And a special thank you to Lower Burrell Mayor, Chris Fabry and Lower Burrell VFC#3 for their hospitality during the parade. I greatly appreciated being invited to participate.

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Vandergrift Borough and East Vandergrift Borough in Westmoreland County have received state grants totaling $431,078 for infrastructure and recreational development projects. The funding was awarded through the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Community and Economic Assistance Program.
Investing in local projects goes a long way to help ensure the ongoing vibrancy of our communities. Supporting public safety and recreational initiatives is an important way to enhance quality of life and to help foster greater economic growth within our region. Iโm proud to have advocated for this funding and commend area leaders for recognizing the significance of these projects and seeking out assistance from the state level.
Vandergrift Borough has received $278,397 for the Grant and McKinley Avenue Reconstruction and Ninth Street Retaining Wall Reconstruction Design Projects. These projects included the paving of approximately 1,030 linear feet of several deteriorated streets within the Borough. Grant and McKinley Avenues are main streets in the center of the business district and improvements aim to reduce safety hazards to motorists and pedestrians. In addition, design of a replacement to the current retaining wall along Ninth Street will be undertaken.
East Vandergrift Borough has received $152,681 for the East Vandergrift River Park Renovation Project. The project included resurfacing the current basketball court, the creation of a pickleball court, and the purchase and installation of playground equipment. With these substantial changes the Borough now has a fully functioning park for the first time in over a decade.

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I was honored to receive the Inaugural Commonwealth Commitment to Care Award from The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of #Pennsylvania (HAP).
#hospitals and health systems within our #communities play a key role in helping to improve the health and well-being of Pennsylvanians. By working together, we can help to increase access to quality healthcare throughout our commonwealth!

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The argument last week in front of the Supreme Court made it clear the Commonwealth #court was right when it said RGGI is unconstitutional. Once the Supreme Court rules on this issue, we will then be able to have serious discussions on the future of energy advancement in our Commonwealth.
I look forward to the Supreme Courtโs swift decision so we can quit wasting time on unnecessary lawsuits and focus on implementing strong energy policies to benefit #Pennsylvania #families and businesses.


