Senator Jay Costa Announces $725,000 In Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund Grants for the 43rd District

PITTSBURGH, PA – November 19, 2025 − Today, Senator Jay Costa announces $725,000 in Gaming Economic Development Tourism money benefiting the 43rd senatorial district.

Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund (GEDTF) grants allow municipalities, authorities, councils of government (COGs), and both non- and for-profit businesses to carry out significant economic development for current and future use. Administered by the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County (RAAC), these grants provide financial assistance to entities to facilitate economic development projects in Allegheny County.

“It’s an honor and a privilege to be announcing funding that supports our schools, our houses of worship, our first responders, and our local nonprofits that make our community so special,” said Senator Costa. “As these dollars make their way into the 43rd senatorial district, I look forward to seeing these wonderful projects come to fruition and benefit all our friends and neighbors.”   

Alongside Representative Joe McAndrew, Senator Costa announces the following awards:

  • Penn 7 Volunteer Fire Company was awarded $117,000 for roof and HVAC replacements.
  • Rosedale Volunteer Fire Department 2 was awarded $117,000 for a roof replacement and the purchase of a mini pumper for fire suppression.

With Representative Dan Frankel, Senator Costa announces the following awards:

  • The Neighborhood Academy was awarded $80,000 for the build-out of the neighborhood Academy’s New Learning Resource Center.
  • The Western PA School for Blind Children was awarded $105,000 for a security camera upgrade, including the purchase and installation of 142 security cameras, dome bubbles, and covers, adaptors, ceiling panels, mounting hardware and system cabling.
  • Bnai Emunoh Chabad INC was awarded $130,000 for the Murray Avenue Corridor Revitalization Project, including the acquisition and renovation of a vacant former bank.

With Representative Abigail Salisbury, Senator Costa announces the following awards:

  • BAC Local 9 PA was awarded $100,000 for Bricklayer’s Local 9 Critical Update to PCC Training Facility, including an upgrade to a modern steel suspended scaffolding system, roof modification and replacement.
  • Familylinks was awarded $75,000 to renovate 8 units for housing to include flooring, kitchens, bathrooms, painting, sidewalks, doors, lighting and new appliances.
  • The Borough of Churchill was awarded $50,000 for the Churchill Borough Sewer Projects.

With Representative La’Tasha D. Mayes, Senator Costa announces the following awards:

  • The Promise Center of Homewood was awarded $125,000 for the Promise Center Youth & Community Development Project, including a sensory room, support curriculum, and technology.
  • Hotel Terrace Hall LLC was awarded $150,000 for upgrades to concrete, doors, windows, outfitting facilities with state-of-the-art amenities for guest comfort.

With Representative Aerion Abney, Senator Costa announces the following awards:

  • LEVEL: Equity Building was awarded $50,000 for the acquisition of a residential property and its subsequent sale to a first-time homebuyer who will operate a home daycare.
  • Beltzhoover Consensus Group was awarded $100,000 for the construction of three single-family homes as a part of Chalfont St. Development Phase 1.

Learn more about the Pennsylvania Senate Democrats commitment to every Pennsylvanian here.

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Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa Celebrates the Passage of Historic 2025-26 State Budget

The $50.1 billion 2025-26 Pennsylvania Budget secures record-setting investments in education, affordability, community safety, and economic development

HARRISBURG, PA − November 12, 2025 − On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, the Senate of Pennsylvania passed the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget.

Upon finalizing the end of an extended negotiation process, Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costareleases the following statement:

“Pennsylvania Senate Democrats have long fought for a budget that makes life more affordable for every Pennsylvanian, and I am pleased that we have adopted a budget that delivers on this critical priority. This plan directly addresses many of the challenges facing Pennsylvania’s families: rising costs, expensive care, and inequitably funded education. I am especially proud of the Earned Income Tax Credit, which puts money directly into the pockets of those trying to make ends meet. While this was a lengthy negotiation process, it yielded a responsible deal that positions Pennsylvania as a model for a government that works for working people. This budget not only meets many of our immediate needs of today, but it also makes key investments from which all Pennsylvanians will benefit for many years to come.”

Senator Costa’s floor remarks are accessible here. Downloadable footage is available upon request.

Learn more about the PA Senate Democrats’ commitment to every Pennsylvanian here.