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Voting by Mail is No Longer the Exception
Por el Senador Wayne D. Fontana
As this frightening pandemic affects every facet of our lives, more and more citizens are doing what they can to keep safe by staying at home, practicing social distancing and keeping in touch with others as remotely as possible.
We cannot be sure when this nightmare will end, or when we can return to living our normal lives. Some project it will be weeks. Others have argued that it may take months or longer. Many medical experts have even warned that a second wave of Covid-19 may target us when the weather cools this autumn.
Sen. Fontana Endorses American Working Family Relief Plan
Pittsburgh, March 18, 2020 – State Sen. Wayne Fontana today endorsed policies and legislation that would help protect workers during and after the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The “American Working Family Relief Action Plan” addresses practices for...
Fontana Announces Grants to Improve Safety and Security for Pittsburgh Nonprofits
HARRISBURG, March 11, 2020 – Sen. Wayne D. Fontana (D-Allegheny) today announced a total of $149,080 for three non-profit organizations in Pittsburgh to strengthen safety and security measures. Organizations qualify for the grants based on a Federal Bureau of...
Governor’s Budget Plan Touts Numerous Fontana Initiatives
HARRISBURG, February 4, 2020 – Sen. Wayne D. Fontana (D-Allegheny) today provided the following statement on Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed $36 billion budget for fiscal 2020-21: “This budget plan would hold the line on taxes while stoking investment in education, job...
Fontana Announces $2.8 Million in State Grants for Local Transportation Projects
Pittsburgh, November 12, 2019 – Sen. Wayne D. Fontana (D-Allegheny) today announced four state transportation grants in his district totaling $2.857 million. “These state funds bolster community efforts to improve efficiency, safety and enhance access throughout our...
Fontana Announces $460,000 in State Grants for Three Local Projects
HARRISBURG, September 17, 2019 – Sen. Wayne D. Fontana (D-Allegheny) today announced a total of $460,000 in state grants for three Allegheny County projects in his senate district. “These grant dollars help local communities move forward on projects that improve...
New Student Loan Program Aimed at Helping Students Afford Post-Secondary Education
Por el Senador Wayne D. Fontana
Most college students look forward to summer break and a reprieve from the classroom, but few have the resources to take the “summer off” from one of their most difficult challenges: paying for their education.
A postsecondary education can be expensive, but it is an investment worth making. Whether a student attends the Community College of Allegheny County, learns a trade, or receives a four-year degree from the University of Pittsburgh, education is the key to a better future.
Fontana anuncia 15 millones en subvenciones estatales para 17 proyectos locales
Pittsburgh, 1 de agosto de 2019 - El senador estatal Wayne D. Fontana anunció hoy un total de $ 15 millones en subvenciones estatales para 17 proyectos de desarrollo de Pittsburgh. "Estos dólares estatales apoyarán y acelerarán el progreso de proyectos innovadores que ayudarán a crear empleos, atraer...
PA Senate Democratic Caucus Decries Changes to SNAP Program, Urges PA Congressional Delegation to Oppose
Harrisburg, Pa. – July 29, 2019 – Members of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus sent a letter to the state’s congressional delegation, urging that the federal Department of Agriculture does not end automatic eligibility for Supplemental Nutritional Assistance...
Comentarios del Senador Fontana sobre el Decreto de Consentimiento Highmark-UPMC
Harrisburg, June 24, 2019 – State Sen. Wayne D. Fontana (D-Allegheny) today provided the following statement in response to the Highmark/UPMC consent decree extension: “Today’s announcement is a victory for patients, medical access and quality care throughout...
Members of Pa Senate Democratic Caucus Request Disaster Declaration on Gun Violence
Harrisburg, Pa. − June 24, 2019 − Members of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus today jointly sent a letter to Governor Tom Wolf requesting a disaster declaration for gun violence in the Commonwealth. “We believe it is necessary to raise the public’s awareness...
Senate, House Members Unveil Elections Reform Proposals
Harrisburg PA – June 4, 2019 – State Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) and Rep. Sara Innamorato (D-Pittsburgh) led House and Senate Democrats in announcing several voting reform proposals Tuesday in the Main Capitol Rotunda. The legislators were...
Sen. Fontana to Make Funding Announcement at Memorial Service
State Senator Wayne D. Fontana (D-Brookline) will make a funding announcement at this Saturday’s Memorial Service in Beechview. The service will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 10 a.m. at the Beechview Memorial Monument Parklet, Broadway and Shiras Avenues. Your...
Funcionarios estatales y defensores de los derechos de los trabajadores inician una gira en favor de empleos y salarios reales
Pensilvania - 20 de mayo de 2019 - Defensores, legisladores y funcionarios estatales participarán en recorridos y un día de acción en todo el estado el jueves 23 de mayo con empresas que eligen pagar a sus empleados un salario digno. El salario mínimo de Pensilvania se mantiene en un mínimo regional....
Los miembros del Grupo de Trabajo sobre la Exposición al Plomo debaten las recomendaciones legislativas del Comité Consultivo y el informe del Grupo de Trabajo sobre la Exposición al Plomo
Harrisburg, 7 de mayo de 2019 - El senador John Yudichak (D - Luzerne/Carbon) y los miembros legislativos del Grupo de Trabajo sobre Exposición al Plomo celebraron hoy una conferencia de prensa para discutir las recomendaciones legislativas que formaron parte de 'Riesgos de Exposición al Plomo y Respuesta...
La Comisión del Senado celebra su segunda audiencia sobre el calentamiento global
PITTSBURGH, 23 de abril de 2019 - A petición del líder demócrata del Senado estatal Jay Costa (D-Forest Hills) y del senador Wayne Fontana (D-Brookline), el Comité de Política Demócrata del Senado celebró hoy en Pittsburgh una audiencia sobre estrategias para combatir el cambio climático por...
Democrats Introduce Package of Legislation to Curb Workplace Harassment
HARRISBURG, PA, March 26, 2019 – Democrats from the Pennsylvania House and Senate today introduced a package of legislation aimed to curb harassment in the workplace, along with support from Governor Tom Wolf and Victim’s Advocate Jennifer Storm. ...
Fontana Announces $2.25 Million in State Funds for Five Local Projects
Harrisburg, March 26, 2019 – State Sen. Wayne D. Fontana today announced a total of $2.25 million in state grant funds for five Allegheny County projects. “This state support complements local efforts improve, redevelop and step up important local projects,” Fontana...
El senador Fontana renueva la iniciativa de suspensión de armas por "riesgo extremo
PITTSBURGH, 14 de febrero de 2019 - En el primer aniversario de la tragedia del tiroteo masivo de Parkland, el senador estatal Wayne D. Fontana (D-Allegheny) reintrodujo hoy una legislación que facultaría a las familias y a los oficiales de policía a solicitar a un tribunal que retire temporalmente...
Fontana Praises Wolf’s Budget Proposal
HARRISBURG, February 5, 2019 – Sen. Wayne D. Fontana (D-Allegheny) today provided the following statement on Gov. Tom Wolf’s $34.1 billion budget proposal for fiscal 2019-20: “I am encouraged by the governor’s budget proposal for its emphasis on strengthening a...