Senator Jay Costa

Senate Democrats Hold Policy Hearing Regarding the Worker Protections

PHILADELPHIA, PA − May 14, 2025 − Today, Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller held a hearing to examine ways to protect Pennsylvania’s infrastructure and economy with a skilled, protected, and reliable workforce. “The testimony we heard today from...
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Senate Democrats Jay Costa, Nick Pisciottano Celebrate Passage of EDGE Tax Credit in PA House, Call for Swift Movement in the Senate

PITTSBURGH, PA – May 14, 2025 – Today, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed HB 500, a critical part of Governor Shapiro’s Lightning Plan which updates the Pennsylvania Economic Development for a Growing Economy (PA EDGE) Tax Credit Program to bring...
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Arts and Culture Caucus Celebrates Arts Advocacy Day, Features Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Dancers

HARRISBURG, PA – May 13, 2025 – Today, members of the Pennsylvania Legislative Arts and Culture Caucus and Pennsylvania artists gathered at the capitol in celebration of “Arts Advocacy Day.” “As a lifelong lover of the arts, I am always delighted to join fellow...
Healthcare Roundtable

Senator Costa Participates in Intergovernmental Roundtable on Federal Threats to Health Insurance

Philadelphia, PA − April 23, 2025 − On Tuesday, April 22nd, Senator Vincent Hughes hosted an intergovernmental roundtable with federal, state, and local lawmakers and healthcare leaders from across Pennsylvania. The goal was to bring a variety of stakeholders together...
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Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa Responds to Emerging Details in Arson Attack on Governor Shapiro’s Family during Passover

HARRISBURG, PA – April 16, 2025 – Earlier today, the Pennsylvania State Police filed an affidavit indicating that Cody Balmer, who stands accused of assault and arson related to the Sunday morning fire at the Governor’s residence, placed a 911 call during which he...

2025-26 State Budget

2025-26 State Budget

Stay up-to-date with the latest on the 2025-26 Pennsylvania State Budget. Visit my budget page to watch Gov. Shapiro’s Budget Address, watch budget hearings, check out our priorities and read the latest news.

Webinar: Saving the Affordable Care Act<br />

Affordable Care Act Webinar

Watch the Senate Democrats in conversation Representative Arvind Venkat and Erin from the PA Health Access Network about the importance of defending the Affordable Care Act in Pennsylvania.

In the 43rd

In the 43rd

Senator Costa is touring new businesses, meeting with established business owners, and checking out the notable institutions of the 43rd District. Come along in this web series, In The 43rd!

The Lightning Plan

The Lightning Plan

Governor Shapiro’s plan will supercharge energy development in the Commonwealth and help energy projects get built and approved faster than ever before through several strategic initiatives.

NEWSROOM

Here you’ll find the latest news, audio, video, photos, and more.

Pennsylvania Legislative Arts and Culture Caucus

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The Pennsylvania Arts and Culture Caucus, a bi-cameral, bi-partisan caucus, was established in October 2012 with the purpose of providing caucus members access to the latest research, education and policy developments on arts and culture.  Additionally we support caucus members in their efforts to draft and pass legislation that advances arts, culture, and tourism in the Commonwealth.

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