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Brewster, Coalition to Host Affordable Care Act Info Session
MONROEVILLE – Oct. 21, 2014 – To help families obtain health care insurance through the federal Affordable Care Act, state Sen. Jim Brewster and the Consumer Health Care Coalition will hold an information session for the public at 5 p.m., Nov. 5, at Penn State-Greater...
Bridge Ramp in McKeesport Dedicated to Officer Frank Miller Jr.
McKeesport, Oct 20, 2014 - State Sen. Jim Brewster hosted today's "Officer Frank Miller Jr. Memorial Ramp" dedication ceremony in McKeesport. "The naming of this roadway will serve as a reminder of Officer Miller's sacrifice," Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) said....
Brewster Reminds Students of PHEAA Financial Aid Seminar at PSU Greater Allegheny
Harrisburg – Oct. 17, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today reminded all area students and parents of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) Financial Aid Seminar that is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. “I encourage...
Officer Frank Miller Jr. Ramp Dedication Slated for Oct. 20
Harrisburg – Oct. 17, 2014 – The ceremony to dedicate the ramp off of the McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge for Officer Frank Miller Jr. is slated for 4 p.m., Monday, Oct. 20.
Brewster Pleased by the Senate’s Passage of Domestic Violence Legislation
Harrisburg – Oct. 16, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster said today he is very pleased the Senate adopted legislation that would provide additional protection for victims of domestic violence. The bill passed the Senate 48-0. Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) said that...
Brewster Announces Free Senior Expo in McKeesport
McKeesport – Sept. 30, 2014 – A senior expo featuring free health screenings, services and the distribution of health-related materials is set for Friday, October 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the McKeesport Palisades 100 Fifth Avenue in McKeesport, state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) announced today.
Lawmakers Learn About Housing Needs of Vets at McKeesport Roundtable
McKeesport – September 5, 2014 - Lawmakers who participated in Friday afternoon’s roundtable discussion at the James R. Brewster Community Center in McKeesport learned first-hand about the needs of veterans and the obstacles they face when they try to find adequate...
Brewster: Consider Opening PA529 College Savings Plan to Aid Students
Harrisburg, August 29, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today said that opening a PA529 College Savings Plan can help students offset the rising cost of college debt. The program is offered through the state Treasury. “It is important that parents understand what is...
Senator Brewster Takes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Brewster: McKeesport Symphony to Receive Arts Grant
McKeesport – August 21, 2015 – The McKeesport Symphony Orchestra has been awarded a $2,103 grant by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, state Sen. Jim Brewster said today. “The McKeesport Symphony Orchestra has been a key part of the arts community in the Mon Valley...
Hunting Heritage License Plate Legislation Approved
Harrisburg – July 1, 2014 – A proposal authored by state Sen. Jim Brewster that calls for the development of a Pennsylvania Hunting Heritage license plate has been unanimously adopted by the Senate, Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) said.
Brewster Announces that Independence Day is a “Fish-for-Free Day”
Harrisburg, June 30, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today announced that people can fish for free in Pennsylvania this Friday, July 4. “This fish-for-free program is a great opportunity to try the sport while visiting the beautiful lakes and parks throughout the...
Senator Brewster Comments on the Passage of the State Budget
Brewster: Budget Tricks Not Sustainable
Harrisburg – June 30, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) issued the following statement following the Senate’s passage of House Bill 2328, the state General Fund budget. Sen. Brewster’s comments are as follows: “For yet another year, Governor...
Brewster’s Redevelopment Legislation Approved by Senate Committee
Harrisburg – June 27, 2014 – Legislation that allows counties to establish a fund to clear dilapidated buildings and prepare sites for redevelopment was approved by the Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee today, according to the bill’s sponsor state Sen. Jim...
Brewster: Officer Frank Miller Jr. Legislation Signed into Law
Harrisburg – June 20, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster’s proposal (Senate Bill 1225) to name the exit from the McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge to State Route 148 as the “Officer Frank Miller Jr. Memorial Ramp” is now Act 68, following its approval by the governor who signed...
Brewster Details Redistricting Reform Plan
Harrisburg – June 19, 2014 – Pledging to squeeze politics out of the reapportionment process, state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny and Westmoreland counties) unveiled legislation that would reform how state legislative districts are drawn. “Given my recent experience...
Brewster Praises Veterans Housing Preference Legislation: Plan Unanimously Approved by Senate Committee
Harrisburg – June 18, 2014 – Legislation designed to bolster the ability of veterans to access public housing has cleared the Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee, state Sen. Jim Brewster (D-McKeesport) said today. “Giving veterans preference during the housing...
‘Officer Miller’ Ramp Designation Legislation Passes House, Goes to Gov
Harrisburg – June 11, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster’s legislation naming the ramp off of the McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge to State Route 148 for Officer Frank Miller Jr. has been unanimously approved by the House of Representatives and now heads to the governor for his signature into law.
Pennsylvania Hunting Licenses On Sale Now
Harrisburg, June 10, 2014 – State Sen. Jim Brewster announced today that hunting and fur-taker licenses for Pennsylvania’s 2014-15 seasons are on sale now. Licenses can be purchased through the Pennsylvania Automated License System website, as well as at Game...
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