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Brewster Joins Protest of $ 300 Million Education Common Core Mandate
Harrisburg, May 14, 2013 – State Sen. James Brewster joined with his Senate Democratic colleagues at a news conference this week to decry a new unfunded education mandate that could saddle cash-strapped school districts with a $ 300 million expense… Continue reading →
Brewster Pleased With Retention of Allegheny/Westmoreland County Based Senate Seat
McKeesport, May 13, 2013 – Following last week’s PA Supreme Court Decision to uphold the legislative redistricting plan, state Sen. James Brewster today said that he is pleased that the 45th District Senate seat will remain in Western Pennsylvania. “I… Continue reading →
Brewster Participates in Senate Committee Hearing on Voting Reforms
Pittsburgh, May 9, 2013 – State Sen. James Brewster today joined members of the state Senate Democratic Policy Committee at a hearing in Pittsburgh to discuss ways to increase voter participation in Pennsylvania elections. “Voting is a constitutional right that… Continue reading →
Brewster Honors Clairton Bears High School Football Team and Coach
Harrisburg, May 7, 2013 – State Sen. James Brewster today honored the Clairton Bears High School football team and their coach Tom Nola for winning four consecutive state football titles. The team was represented by players Terrish Webb and Titus… Continue reading →
Brewster Urges Families to try Fishing on “Fish-for-Free” Days this Year
Monroeville, May 3, 2013 – State Sen. James Brewster today urged people interested in fishing to try the sport out on any Pennsylvania waterway on May 27, “Fish-for-free” day. “This is a great opportunity to try to catch the big… Continue reading →
Brewster Praises Groundbreaking of Capitol Hunger Garden
HARRISBURG, May 1, 2013 – State Sen. James Brewster today praised the fourth annual planting of the Capital Area Hunger Garden on the grounds of the state capitol. The garden provides up to 1,000 pounds of vegetables to local food… Continue reading →
Sen. Brewster Applauds Highmark- WPAHS Merger
Harrisburg, April 29, 2013 –Following the state Insurance Department’s approval today of Highmark’s proposed merger with the West Penn Allegheny Health System (WPAHS), state Sen. Jim Brewster released the following statement: “After a long and extensive process, I am pleased… Continue reading →
Brewster Named Vice Chairman for Legislative Budget & Finance Committee
Harrisburg, April 16, 2013 – At today’s Legislative Budget and Finance Committee (LBFC) meeting, Senator Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) was unanimously confirmed to serve as vice chairman. This is the second year Sen. Brewster will have served in this position. “This is… Continue reading →
Brewster: Home Heating Assistance Program Deadline Extended Through April 26
McKeesport, March 27, 2013 – State Sen. James Brewster today announced today that the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) deadline has been extended through April 26. LIHEAP provides cash grants to help low-income households pay for home heating… Continue reading →
Sen. Brewster to Introduce Hunting Heritage License Plate Legislation
McKeesport, March 22, 2013 – State Sen. Jim Brewster said he will soon introduce legislation that would create a Pennsylvania hunting heritage license plate. “Hunting has long been a part of Pennsylvania’s cultural heritage,” Brewster said. “This plate would honor… Continue reading →
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