Luncheon to Honor Our Veterans
2025-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Wilkins Township Volunteer Fire Company #3, 109 Powell Street, East Pittsburgh, 15112
I am proud to be hosting a luncheon to thank and honor our veterans once again on November 10, 2025, at noon. It’s a deep honor to express my personal gratitude to the brave men and women who keep our nation safe.
My staff and I welcome you to our event and look forward to serving you at the Wilkins Township Volunteer Fire Company #3 at 109 East Powell Street.
If you have served and would like to be honored at our event, please call 412-241-6690 to RSVP by November 3 so we can properly prepare for your attendance.

Telephone Town Hall - Important Information about the November 4 Election
2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Call In
Join Senator Jay Costa for a Telephone Town Hall on October 21, 2025 at 6:00 pm to discuss the important information about the in the upcoming general election.
Visit www.senatorcosta.com/tth to ask a question or listen live.

Health & Senior Fair
2025-10-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Greek Orthodox Social Hall, 12 Washington Avenue, Oakmont, 15139, United States
State Representative Joe McAndrew and I are very pleased to once again to host our annual Senior Fair on October 9 at 10 AM! Once again, our event will take place at the Greek Orthodox Social Hall in Oakmont.
Our 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.

Policy Hearing - Solutions for Addressing Housing Affordability
2025-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Pleasant Ridge Housing Community, 251 Jefferson Drive, McKees Rocks, PA, 15136, United States
This hearing will address housing affordability in the Commonwealth and seek solutions to this critical issue, as the lack of accessible housing has impacted the economy, communities, employers, and residents in Pennsylvania.
This hearing will be held at Pleasant Ridge Housing Community – 251 Jefferson Drive, Stowe Township, PA

Policy Committee Hearing - Worker Protections
2025-06-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Laborers Building, 12 8th Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
On Thursday, June 12 at 10:00 a.m. Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller (D-14) will host a policy hearing at the Laborers Building alongside Senator Costa (D-43), Senator Pisciottano (D-45), and Senator Lindsey Williams (D-38). This hearing will continue the dialogue on strategies to safeguard Pennsylvania’s infrastructure and economy through a skilled, protected, and dependable workforce.
WHAT: Senate Democratic Policy Committee Hearing on Worker Protections
WHO: Chairman Miller, Senator Costa, Senator Pisciottano, and Senator Lindsey Williams along with testimony from the following organizations:

Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters
IBEW
LIUNA
Sheet Metal Workers Local 12
UFCW
AFSCME

WHEN: Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST
WHERE: Laborers Building | 12 8th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
For those who cannot attend in person, the hearing will be streamed live at PASenatorMiller.com/Policy.
Members of the press are encouraged to RSVP to Gail Vivar at 201-870-2378 and Gail.Vivar@pasenate.com.
Learn more about the PA Senate Democrats’ commitment to workplace protections.

Real ID Webinar
2025-03-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
I am proud to be partnering with PennDOT to host a REAL ID webinar on March 13 at 1 PM! During this webinar, we’ll be explaining what a REAL ID is, why you may want one, and how you can get one before the May 7 REAL ID Enforcement date. This virtual presentation is completely free to attend, so mark your calendars and tell your friends.

The REAL ID Act (passed by Congress in 2005) established minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards and prohibits certain federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards. Beginning May 7, 2025, a REAL ID-compliant license/identification card will be needed to board domestic commercial flights, enter a military base, or enter a federal facility that requires ID at the door.
REAL ID is optional for Pennsylvania residents, and they are able to get either a REAL ID driver’s license/identification card, or a standard driver’s license or identification card.
A REAL ID is not required to: drive, vote, access hospitals, visit the post office, access federal courts, or apply for or receive federal benefits. If a Pennsylvania resident does not get a REAL ID, they must have an alternative form of federally-acceptable identification (valid passport, military ID, etc.) to board domestic commercial flights and enter certain federal facilities after May 7, 2025.

Webinar: Saving the Affordable Care Act
2025-02-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
On February 13, I was joined by Representative Arvind Venkat for a webinar about the importance of defending the Affordable Care Act in Pennsylvania.
With so much uncertainty at the federal level, we wanted to make sure you are equipped with the facts of the ACA and learn what’s being done on both the state and federal level to ensure that affordable, accessible care is available to every Pennsylvanian.

Election Information Town Hall
2024-10-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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.
This 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.
During 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.
In 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.

Senior Fair
2024-10-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Greek Orthodox Social Hall, 12 Washington Avenue, Oakmont, 15139, United States
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.
Our 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.

4th Annual Legislative Breakfast: Make Black Moms Matter
2024-03-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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.
Healthy 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.
During this engaging virtual event, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Listen to inspiring keynote speeches from renowned leaders in the field
Participate in interactive panel discussions
Learn about successful initiatives and innovative approaches
Connect with like-minded individuals and build a network of support

Register →

Policy Hearing - Eviction Sealing
2024-02-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Wilkinsburg Municipal Building, 605 Ross Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15221, United States
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.
This hearing will be at the Wilkinsburg Municipal Building located at 605 Ross Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15221.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrfuyhqD0pG93mXUMYlbXPKsQj37Ehe8Ju

Telephone Town Hall - PA Budget Address
2024-02-06 18:15 - 19:15 | Call In
Senator Jay Costa will host a Telephone Town Hall on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 6:15 pm to discuss the Pennsylvania Budget Address.
Visit SenatorCosta.com/TTH to participate in the conversation.

Town Hall Meeting: What's Happening in Harrisburg
2024-01-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Forest Hills Municipal Building Community Room, 4400 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh, 15221, United States
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!

Virtual Pennie/Health Care Town Hall
2023-12-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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:
Pennie 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.
Remember—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.
Want 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.

Free Health & Senior Fair
2023-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Greek Orthodox Social Hall, 12 Washington Avenue, Oakmont, 15139, United States
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.

Telephone Town Hall - PA Budget Review
2023-03-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Pittsburgh, PA, United States
To signup or submit a question, visit the link below:
https://www.senatorcosta.com/tth
