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SUMMARY:Election Information Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars: On October 16 at 2 PM\, you can tune into our FREE Election Town Hall with Secretary of State Al Schmidt! You can attend online at PASenate.com/vote. \nThis time of year\, it can be hard to discern what’s true and what’s not about how to make sure your vote counts in the November 5 Election. It is so important that every voice is heard in our election systems to that you have leaders fighting for your values in Pennsylvania and in Washington. That’s why my colleagues and I in the Senate Democratic Caucus are so excited to host this townhall with the expert on how our elections work in Pennsylvania. \nDuring our broadcast\, you can hear straight from the source about how our votes are counted\, when we can expect election results\, and issues that may cause issues with your ballot being counted. Our caucus is fighting do protect and expand Democracy for every Pennsylvanian\, and promoting accurate information is just one way we are delivering on that value. \nIn order to cast a ballot in the November 5 general election\, you have until October 21\, 2024\, to register to vote or update your registration to your new name or address. You can also apply for a no excuse mail in ballot until October 29 on the same website\, Vote.PA.gov.
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SUMMARY:Senior Fair
DESCRIPTION:State Representative Joe McAndrew and I are very pleased to once again to host our annual Senior Fair on October 10 at 10 AM! Once again\, our event will take place at the Greek Orthodox Social Hall in Oakmont. \nOur free senior fair will feature free flu and pneumonia shots\, PRT Senior ConnectCards\, blood pressure screenings\, door prizes\, and more! No need to register in advance – just show up and enjoy the fair.
URL:https://senatorcosta.com/event/2024-senior-fair/
LOCATION:Greek Orthodox Social Hall\, 12 Washington Avenue\, Oakmont\, 15139\, United States
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Legislative Breakfast: Make Black Moms Matter
DESCRIPTION:Calling all advocates\, policymakers\, and community members! We are thrilled to invite you to our highly anticipated event\, the 4th Annual Legislative Breakfast: Make Black Moms Matter. Healthy Start\, Inc. is hosting their annual virtual event\, ensuring that everyone can participate and contribute to this crucial conversation. \nHealthy Start\, Inc.invite you to join us on Friday\, March 15\, 2024\, at 09:00 AM (EDT)\, where they will bring together influential voices\, experts\, and advocates to address the challenges faced by Black mothers and their families. Our goal is to shed light on the disparities and systemic issues affecting Black maternal health\, while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for open dialogue. \nDuring this engaging virtual event\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n\nListen to inspiring keynote speeches from renowned leaders in the field\nParticipate in interactive panel discussions\nLearn about successful initiatives and innovative approaches\nConnect with like-minded individuals and build a network of support\n\n  \nRegister →
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SUMMARY:Policy Hearing - Eviction Sealing
DESCRIPTION:On February 15th\, Senators Costa\, Muth\, Saval\, and Schwank\, along with Representatives Smith-Wade-El and Salisbury will be holding a joint policy committee hearing on the need to adopt a statewide eviction record sealing policy. An eviction filing can follow a person for years\, regardless of whether they are evicted or not\, and make any chance they have at obtaining future housing incredibly difficult. \nThis hearing will be at the Wilkinsburg Municipal Building located at 605 Ross Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15221. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrfuyhqD0pG93mXUMYlbXPKsQj37Ehe8Ju
URL:https://senatorcosta.com/event/policy-hearing-eviction-sealing/
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SUMMARY:Telephone Town Hall - PA Budget Address
DESCRIPTION:Senator Jay Costa will host a Telephone Town Hall on Tuesday\, February 6\, 2024 at 6:15 pm to discuss the Pennsylvania Budget Address. \nVisit SenatorCosta.com/TTH to participate in the conversation. \n 
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SUMMARY:Town Hall Meeting: What's Happening in Harrisburg
DESCRIPTION:Meet your District 43rd State Senator\, learn about the important issues before the State Senate\, see how you can help move legislation\, and ask questions. Don’t forget to mention what you see as a job well done!
URL:https://senatorcosta.com/event/townhall/
LOCATION:Forest Hills Municipal Building Community Room\, 4400 Greensburg Pike\, Pittsburgh\, 15221\, United States
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SUMMARY:Virtual Pennie/Health Care Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join me and our friends at PENNIE for a FREE webinar about how to enroll in healthcare coverage for 2024! The deadline to apply for January 1 coverage is December 15\, so make sure you get all your questions answered before then. You can watch our webinar on my website for free at SenatorCosta.com/PENNIE. Put a reminder on your calendar here:  \nPennie is Pennsylvania’s own health insurance marketplace. Navigating health insurance can be difficult\, but Pennie can assist in connecting you to coverage in a simple and approachable way. Pennie and the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) are constantly working to make sure that all qualified Pennsylvanians can access quality\, affordable health coverage through Medical Assistance\, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)\, or through other affordable insurance options available through Pennie’s services.   \nRemember—open enrollment only happens once a year. If you miss the open enrollment period\, you’ll have to wait until next year or for a special enrollment period that occur in very limited instances. So don’t delay\, get health insurance coverage today! Because health care is a human right\, and you and your family deserve to be taken care of.  \nWant to learn more about your health insurance options or enroll in a new plan? Visit www.pennie.com or call 1-844-844-8040 to speak with one of Pennie’s friendly and knowledgeable Customer Service Representatives.  
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SUMMARY:Free Health & Senior Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join me and Representative Joe McAndrew for our upcoming senior health fair! This great event will be held at the Greek Orthodox Social Hall and will feature important information and resources for our seniors to be healthy\, happy\, and active. 
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SUMMARY:Telephone Town Hall - PA Budget Review
DESCRIPTION:To signup or submit a question\, visit the link below:\nhttps://www.senatorcosta.com/tth
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SUMMARY:Shredding Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Senator Costa for a Free Shredding Event on Saturday\, October 1st from 9-11 am. \nWHAT TO BRING: All documents you no longer need that contain personal information including Social Security\, credit card\, and bank account numbers. Also bring credit card statements and applications\, bank statements\, cancelled checks\, income tax forms\, insurance records\, medical and retirement/pension fund information. PAPER ONLY PLEASE. NO BINDERS\, BINDER CLIPS OR BOOKS. \nConsumer fraud and identity theft are a significant concern. To raise awareness and to promote prevention\, I am hosting a shredding event to give individuals the opportunity to have unneeded documents destroyed FREE of charge. Document shredding will occur onsite with the shredded paper later to be recycled. This event is for individuals only\, no businesses please. Three (3) box limit per car. \nFor more information\, contact Senator Jay Costa’s office at 412-241-6690.
URL:https://senatorcosta.com/event/shredding-event-oct-2022/
LOCATION:Second Ave. UPMC Parking Lot\, Intersection of Second Ave. & Hot Metal Bridge\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15023\, United States
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