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McKeesport Receives Gun Violence Reduction Program Funds, Brewster says
Harrisburg – Sept. 7, 2018 – Finding new ways to reduce gun violence remains a top priority for cities and communities, state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) said today following the announcement that McKeesport received $149,999 in state funds to help...
Brewster Secures $500,000 in Funding for Marine and Rail Terminals in Glassport
Harrisburg – Sept. 6, 2018 – A $500,000 state grant for environmental upgrades at the Three Rivers Marine and Rail Terminals in Glassport has been secured by state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland). “This is an important project for the facility,” Brewster...
Brewster: Grant Funds to Aid Renovation at Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics in West Mifflin
Harrisburg – Sept. 5, 2018 – The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA) in West Mifflin has been awarded a $500,000 state grant to aid renovations of the campus, according to state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland). “Facilities at the PIA campus in West...
The Wall That Heals visits McKeesport
Brewster Thanks Arway For Service on Fish Commission
Harrisburg – Aug. 3, 2018 – State Senate Democratic Game and Fisheries Committee chair Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) today praised retiring Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Executive Director John Arway for being a leader on environmental issues and a...
“The Wall That Heals” is Coming to Renziehausen Park in McKeesport
McKeesport – Aug. 1, 2018 – State Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) said today that “The Wall That Heals” Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica and Mobile Education Center is coming to McKeesport’s Renziehausen Park. Funded by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial...
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) Funding Awarded to Local School Districts
Harrisburg- July 30, 2018- Nearly a quarter million dollars in total grant funding through U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) has been awarded to Clairton, Duquesne City, East Allegheny, McKeesport, West Mifflin Area, and Kiski...
Brewster Appointed to New School Safety and Security Committee
Harrisburg – July 23, 2018 – A longtime advocate of school safety upgrades, state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) said today that he was appointed to the new School Safety and Security Committee. The 17-member commission was created in late June with the...
Transportation Committee Hearing on Act 89
Brewster: “Green Light-Go” Grants Awarded to Monroeville, Versailles and White Oak
Harrisburg – July 12, 2018 – Over $1 million in grant funding has been approved for three local municipalities to pay for traffic signal improvements and enhanced safety at heavily used intersections, according to state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland)....
Re-opening of Route 30 After Landslide Welcomed by Brewster
Harrisburg – June 27, 2018 – The reopening of a section of U.S. 30 in East Pittsburgh that was closed due to a devastating landslide last April is excellent news for the region and will be well received by motorists and citizens, state Sen. Jim Brewster...
Brewster: Budget Includes Education, School Safety Dollars, Zero Taxes Hikes
Harrisburg – June 22, 2018 – State Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) today released a statement following the Senate’s passage of a $32.7 billion General Fund state budget for 2018-19. The spending plan includes more than $160 million in new...
Senators Jim Brewster and Jay Costa Statement on Antwon Rose
Any loss of life is tragic, and especially so when the victim is so young – like Antwon Rose was. When our police are involved in an incident like this, it is imperative that there be a detailed, thorough and transparent review. We join others in the community in...
Brewster: Republican Court Gerrymander Soils Bipartisan Redistricting Reform Effort
Harrisburg – June 13, 2018 – Senate Republicans, without a public hearing and zero citizen input, added a radical court gerrymandering plan to a bipartisan proposal to reform the way congressional and legislative districts are drawn, state Sen. Jim Brewster...
Brewster: Property Tax, Rent Rebate Deadline Extended for Senior and Disabled Residents
Harrisburg, June 11, 2018 – Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) said the property tax and rent rebate program has extended its application deadline to December 31, 2018. The program assists seniors and individuals with disabilities reduce their property tax...
Senator Brewster Hosts Annual Student Government Day
Brewster: Allegheny Airport Receives Funding for Improvements
Harrisburg, May 25, 2018 – Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) says Allegheny County Airport has received grant funding for restoration and improvement projects. “Allegheny County Airport is a crucial transportation hub for the area,” Brewster said....
Senator Brewster Attends Press Event to Push Legislation for School Safety
Education Committee Hearing :: May 22, 2018
Legislative Budget and Finance Committee Hearing: Promoting the Long-Term Sustainability and Viability of Universities in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education
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