HARRISBURG, PA - 26 de febrero de 2025 - Ayer por la tarde, la Cámara de Representantes de EE.UU. aprobó una resolución presupuestaria que respalda el recorte de fondos críticos para Medicaid y Medicare por valor de 880.000 millones de dólares.
En la adición a las súplicas de los compañeros de Pennsylvanians, líder demócrata del Senado Jay Costa (D-Allegheny) y el Senado de Asignaciones Democrática Presidente Vincent Hughes (D-Filadelfia / Montgomery) la siguiente declaración:
"Anoche, los republicanos en Washington aprobaron un presupuesto que dará lugar a recortes catastróficos a Medicaid para que puedan reducir los impuestos a los multimillonarios. Esto debería haber sido un no-principio para cualquier legislador que representa a la gente de Pensilvania, sin embargo, diez republicanos de PA votaron 'sí'.
"Deberíamos mejorar el acceso a la asistencia sanitaria, no quitársela a las personas mayores y a los estadounidenses vulnerables que dependen de Medicaid para recibir tratamientos y cuidados que salvan vidas".
"Durante semanas, nuestras oficinas se han visto inundadas de llamadas de electores asustados y confusos, preguntándose si estaban a un voto del Congreso de perder el acceso a la asistencia sanitaria que necesitan. Ahora está claro que los republicanos de Pensilvania no harán nada para proteger la atención sanitaria de los ciudadanos.
"No hay excusa para recortar Medicaid para pagar un recorte de impuestos para millonarios y multimillonarios. Los republicanos del Congreso de PA deberían avergonzarse de su decisión de dar la espalda a sus electores."
Obtenga más información sobre el compromiso de los demócratas del Senado con una asistencia sanitaria accesible y asequible para todos los ciudadanos de Pensilvania aquí.
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PITTSBURGH, PA - 24 de febrero de 2025 - Hoy en día, el senador Jay Costa anuncia $ 2,424,410 en Multimodal Fondo de Transporte de dinero de subvención en beneficio de la 43 ª distrito senatorial.
Según el Departamento de Desarrollo Comunitario y Económico, "el Fondo de Transporte Multimodal concede subvenciones para fomentar el desarrollo económico y garantizar que los residentes de la Commonwealth dispongan de un sistema de transporte seguro y fiable. Los fondos pueden ser utilizados para el desarrollo, rehabilitación y mejora de los activos de transporte a las comunidades existentes, paisaje urbano, iluminación, mejora de aceras, seguridad peatonal, la conectividad de los activos de transporte y desarrollo orientado al tránsito."
"Todos merecemos llegar a nuestro destino con seguridad y facilidad, ya sea a pie, en bicicleta o en coche", ha dicho el senador Costa. "Estoy encantado de anunciar los beneficiarios de los Fondos de Transporte Multimodal, y espero ver mejoras nuestras carreteras y aceras que beneficiarán a innumerables familias que llaman a estas comunidades su hogar."
Con la diputada Abigail Salisbury, el senador Costa anuncia lo siguiente:
- El Borough de Rankin recibió 445.000 dólares de los Fondos de Transporte Multimodal para la reconstrucción de Rankin Boulevard y Harriet Street, situados en Rankin Borough, condado de Allegheny.
- Forest Hills Borough recibió 200.000 dólares del Fondo de Transporte Multimodal para mejoras de calzadas y aceras en múltiples calles situadas en Forest Hills Borough, condado de Allegheny.
- Swissvale Borough recibió 300.000 dólares del Fondo de Transporte Multimodal para reconstruir aceras y escaleras peatonales a lo largo de varias calles situadas en Swissvale Borough, en el condado de Allegheny.
- El distrito escolar de Wilkinsburg recibió 500.000 dólares del Fondo de Transporte Multimodal para mejoras del transporte peatonal y de vehículos en los alrededores de la escuela primaria Kelly, situada en el distrito de Wilkinsburg, condado de Allegheny.
Con la Representante La'Tasha D. Mayes, el Senador Costa anuncia lo siguiente:
- La Universidad de Carlow recibió 529.410 dólares del Fondo de Transporte Multimodal para realizar mejoras de seguridad en aceras y pasos de peatones, situada en la ciudad de Pittsburgh, condado de Allegheny.
- La ciudad de Pittsburgh recibió 450.000 dólares del Fondo de Transporte Multimodal para un proyecto de mejora del alumbrado público a lo largo del corredor AI de Penn Avenue, situado en la ciudad de Pittsburgh, en el condado de Allegheny.
Más información sobre el Fondo de Transporte Multimodal aquí.
Obtenga más información sobre el compromiso de los demócratas del Senado de Pensilvania con todos los ciudadanos de Pensilvania aquí.
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HARRISBURG, PA – Febrero 13, 2025 – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that he will be filing suit to challenge President Trump’s unconstitutional freeze on $1.2 billion that the US Congress appropriated to Pennsylvania, along with an additional $900 million requiring an undefined review by federal agencies.
Governor Shapiro’s suit seeks to restore access to funding to PA agencies that provide critical services to Pennsylvanians, including LIHEAP, energy and clean water infrastructure, and plugging orphan wells, among other programs that benefit the commonwealth.
In support of this lawsuit, Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa (D-Allegheny) and Democratic Appropriations Chair Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) release the following:
“I am proud to support Governor Shapiro in his fight to demand what is constitutionally ours from an overreaching federal executive,” said Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa. “My offices have been inundated with calls from constituents who are concerned, confused, and scared that the programs that keep their heat on and their homes livable will be taken away at a moment’s notice. In these unprecedented and destabilizing moments, I am grateful for the leadership of a Governor who does not run away from fights but takes them head-on. I look forward to supporting his efforts to deliver the funding that is rightfully, constitutionally, Pennsylvania’s.”
Senator Vincent Hughes, Democratic Appropriations Chair, said, “Right now, Pennsylvania can’t access billions of dollars for home repairs, clean water, public health, and rural jobs. This money has already been approved by Congress. It is intended for programs and services that have a real impact on millions of Pennsylvania residents. The current federal disregard for our constitution and the people we serve cannot continue.
This lawsuit is justified and a needed step to untangle the confusion that has been caused by the Trump Administration’s federal funding freeze. We must put the lives of Pennsylvania’s people first. With this lawsuit, Gov. Shapiro is doing that.
I applaud Governor Shapiro for standing up for the people of Pennsylvania and what they need and deserve, and for standing up for the rule of law in our country. His steady leadership in this time of chaos and confusion in Washington, is exactly what Pennsylvania needs.”
Learn more about the Pennsylvania Senate Democrats’ commitment to every Pennsylvanian here.
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PITTSBURGH, PA – Febrero 12, 2025 − Today, Senator Jay Costa announces $238,424.75 in Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services 24-25 Grant Awards benefitting the 43rd senatorial district.
“I am always proud to announce support for our brave first responders, and today is no exception,” said Senator Costa. “These vital dollars will allow our EMS and fire companies to maintain their readiness when disasters or emergencies strike. I look forward to seeing this grant money go to good use in our communities.”
The EMS awards are as follows:
- City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire was awarded $15,000.00
- Edgewood Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $15,000.00
- Municipality of Penn Hills EMS was awarded $14,970.00
- Woodland Hills EMS was awarded $15,000.00
The Fire Company awards are as follows:
- Borough of Oakmont Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $15,030.95
- Borough of Swissvale dba Swissvale Fire Department was awarded $14,170.24
- Churchill Volunteer Fire Company was awarded $12,233.63
- City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire was awarded $15,676.48
- Edgewood Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $16,322.02
- Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Dept was awarded $16,322.02
- Mount Oliver Hook and Ladder Co was awarded $15,461.31
- Penn Hills #1 Volunteer Fire Co was awarded $12,663.99
- Swissvale Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $14,170.24
- Verona Volunteer Fire Company was awarded $12,018.46
- Wilkins Township Volunteer Fire Co No 1 was awarded $14,385.41
- Wilkins Township Volunteer Fire Company No 3 was awarded $20,000.00
A complete list of awardees throughout the commonwealth is available here.
For more information about the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant, click here.
Obtenga más información sobre el compromiso de los demócratas del Senado de Pensilvania con todos los ciudadanos de Pensilvania aquí.
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PENN HILLS – Febrero 11, 2025 – State Reps. Joe McAndrew and La’Tasha D. Mayes, both D-Allegheny, joined city of Pittsburgh officials for a news conference on to present a $250,000 award for the paving of East Hills Drive in Penn Hills, which will connect the East Hills community in the City of Pittsburgh.
Attendees at the event included:
- Bishop Donald Clay – Petra International Ministries.
- State Rep. La’Tasha D. Mayes – grant sponsor.
- State Rep. Joe McAndrew – grant sponsor.
- Sen. Jay Costa – D-Allegheny.
- Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey.
- Pittsburgh City Councilman Khari Mosley – District 9, which includes East Hills.
- Simone McMeans – Deputy Director, Allegheny County Economic Development.
A major thoroughfare to the East Hills community, East Hills Drive, which runs from Frankstown Road in Penn Hills to the entrance to the East Hills community in the city of Pittsburgh, has been a significant thoroughfare for private and public traffic for over 50 years.
The road fell into a significant state of disrepair due to claims on who owned the street and a lack of funding. For multiple decades, many elected officials have tried and failed to have the road paved.
The road, which needs to be reconstructed, is owned by Tamion Enterprises, the nonprofit branch of Petra Ministries located on Eastgate Drive on an outparcel of the former East Hills Shopping Center. With the state grant funds necessary to finance that project, private vehicles, traffic to and from Petra Ministries, emergency vehicles, Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses, food pantry trucks and school buses serving Imani Christian Academy will resume easy access to the East Hills community.
Tamion Enterprises plans to install fencing along the roadway to deter dumping.
“It was my privilege to bring state and city government officials to the same table to get this project underway for our mutual constituents,” McAndrew said. “Residents in this area have been suffering for a long time, forced to find other routes to access the East Hills community.”
“Receiving this funding to rehabilitate East Hills Drive in Penn Hills is essential for our community. This road serves as a critical link between two vibrant neighborhoods, and its improvement will enhance safety, promote accessibility, and foster stronger connections. We are grateful for this investment in our infrastructure and the positive impact it will have on our residents’ daily lives, quality of life and our local economy,” Mayes said.
“This project is a wonderful example of how various levels of government can collaborate to find meaningful solutions to our challenges,” Mosley said. “When our elected officials work strategically with our community stakeholders, we can tackle the critical issues we face and bring real change.”
This project was financed (in part) by a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Commonwealth Financing Authority and the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County.
HARRISBURG, PA – Febrero 4, 2025 – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro laid out his vision and priorities for the 2025-26 Budget. In it, the Governor proposed an agenda for solving the problems facing Pennsylvanians and increasing opportunities for Pennsylvania’s families and workers.
“Today’s budget proposal is a very solid plan to deliver critical growth, freedom, and opportunity to every Pennsylvanian,” said Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa. “Governor Shapiro’s plan is a commonsense approach to progress in our state, balancing fiscal responsibility with a bold vision for improving the lives of our families and workers. From ensuring folks can get to work on functional roads and transit systems to unleashing our energy potential, Pennsylvania stands poised to seize the opportunities before us. I look forward to the next few weeks of budget hearings and collaborative discussions with my colleagues in all four caucuses as we move forward.”
Senator Vincent Hughes, Democratic Appropriations Chair, said, “This budget is a testament to Governor Shapiro’s commitment to hardworking Pennsylvania’s. It funds student teachers and schools, childcare providers, direct care workers, and opportunities for young people and adults to develop new skills and get high paying jobs. It introduces new money for affordable housing, lower utility costs, and tax relief for homeowners.
We want the people of Pennsylvania to know we are listening, and we are fighting for them. While we continue to see chaos and reckless cuts out of Washington, Governor Shapiro and state Democrats are committed to protecting Pennsylvanians from paying more for basic necessities. We are focused on affordability. We are serving the people of Pennsylvania, not a handful of millionaires and billionaires.”
El Caucus Demócrata del Senado de Pensilvania ha expuesto su visión para ofrecer "Para cada ciudadano de Pensilvania". El presupuesto de este año incluye importantes avances en algunas áreas cruciales, incluyendo:
- $1 billion in tax relief for homeowners
- Over $8.2 billion for public schools, bringing the total Shapiro Administration investment to $1.1 trillion
- $40 million for student teacher stipends, bringing the total program investment to $70 million
- Over $90 million for gun violence prevention
- Over $23 million to support primary health care practitioners with student loan payments
- $55M for childcare worker recruitment and retention
- $292.5M for mass transit throughout Pennsylvania
- $50 million to incentivize the development of the life sciences industry in Pennsylvania
- A $15 minimum wage
Más información sobre las prioridades del grupo en PASenate.com/priorities.
Las imágenes de la rueda de prensa de hoy están disponibles en PASenate.com/budget. Si lo desea, puede descargar las imágenes.
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