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Sen. Brewster Announces $6.1 Million in Community Revitalization and Infrastructure Grants
Harrisburg – March 16, 2023 – Today, Senator Jim Brewster announced $6.1 million in grants for community revitalization and infrastructure improvements in the 45th Senate District. “I’m pleased to see so many local projects receive investments from the state,” said...
Brewster Introduces Bridge Safety, Transparency Legislation
Harrisburg – March 10, 2023 – State Sen. Jim Brewster has introduced legislation that will require the state to provide the public with easier access to expanded information on the condition of state, county, and local bridges as well as any scheduled repairs or...
Brewster Issues Statement Following Governor Shapiro’s Inaugural Budget Address
State Sen. Jim Brewster issued the following statement today on Gov. Shapiro’s inaugural budget address: The governor’s budget provides a solid framework for building upon recent improvements to education, public safety, and the environment. I’m looking forward to...
Brewster Opens Satellite Offices Throughout New Senate District
Harrisburg – March 1, 2023 – State Senator Jim Brewster announced the opening of satellite offices throughout his district as Pennsylvania’s new legislative districts begin. “I am happy to welcome new constituents to the 45th Senatorial District and announce the...
Brewster Leads Bipartisan Effort to Push Mon-Fayette Completion
Harrisburg – February 17, 2023 – With a new administration taking charge in Harrisburg, Sen. Jim Brewster is leading a bipartisan effort to push for expedited completion of the long-delayed Mon-Fayette Expressway. In a letter to Gov. Josh Shapiro, Brewster and a group...
Brewster: Court’s Education Decision is Call to Action for PA
Harrisburg – February 8, 2023 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today said yesterday’s ruling by Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court that the commonwealth’s education funding system is unconstitutionally unfair and inequitable should be a call to action for the General Assembly...
Brewster Appointed to PHEAA Board of Directors
Harrisburg – February 8, 2023 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today thanked Senate leadership for his appointment to a four-year term on the board of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, one of the leading providers of financial assistance for students in...
Brewster Bill Would Allow Free Fishing at Recovery Events
Harrisburg – January 24, 2023 – Veterans and other Pennsylvanians enrolled in recovery programs that involve fishing events would be exempt from paying for a state fishing license under legislation introduced again this week by State Senator Jim Brewster. According to...
Brewster Reappointed as Chairman of McKeesport Housing Authority
Harrisburg – January 23, 2023 – State Senator Jim Brewster will again lead the McKeesport Housing Authority. “It has been a privilege to be the Chairman of the McKeesport Housing Authority,” Brewster said. “We have achieved many things during my tenure as Chair,...
Over $21M in Grants Announced for Community Violence Intervention in Allegheny County
Allegheny County – January 11, 2023 – Today, State Democratic Senators from Allegheny County, including Senators Jay Costa, Jim Brewster, Wayne Fontana, and Lindsey Williams, announced over $21 million in Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) grants...
Brewster Reappointed Democratic Chair of Key Senate Committees
Harrisburg – January 6, 2023 – State Senator Jim Brewster has been re-appointed Democratic Chair of the Senate Law and Justice and Game and Fisheries Committees. “These appointments are an honor, and I’m looking forward to continuing our important work as Chair of...
Local Governments to Receive $1.8 Million in Violence Prevention Funds
Harrisburg – December 15, 2022 – Police departments in the 45th Senate District will receive more than $1.8 million in state funds to for equipment and training, state Sen. Jim Brewster announced today. “We’re still facing and epidemic of violence that surged during...
Brewster Announces $625K in Grants for Community Projects
Harrisburg – November 16, 2022 – Community improvement projects in the 45th Senate District have been awarded $625,000 in state grants funded through an assessment on gaming revenue, Sen. Jim Brewster announced today. “We have many community leaders in my district...
Brewster Announces More Than $12M in Local Economic Development Grants
McKeesport – October 26, 2022 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today announced more than $12 million in economic development grants for projects in the 45th Senate District. “These state grant programs are extremely competitive and the great coordination between government...
Openings Remain for Brewster Blood Drive in McKeesport
McKeesport – October 19, 2022 – Openings remain for donors at tomorrow’s Community Blood Drive in McKeesport, Sen. Jim Brewster said today. “We still have slots available for local folks to step forward and help those in trouble in their community,” Brewster said....
Sen. Brewster and Rep. Pisciottano Announce $286,000 in Community Grants for Dravosburg
Allegheny County, September 21, 2022 – Today, Senator Jim Brewster and Representative Nick Pisciottano announced two grants for community projects in their legislative district. The Borough of Dravosburg was awarded $120,000 to fund improvements to the U.S. Steel Ball...
Senator Brewster Announces $100,000 Grant for Trail Project
Harrisburg, September 21, 2022 – Today, State Senator Jim Brewster announced a Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) grant for the Yough Riverfront Trail Improvement project (Phase 3) in Versailles Borough. The project received $100,000 from the CFA’s Greenways,...
Brewster Attends Swin Cash Hall of Fame Induction, Presents Senate Proclamation
McKeesport – September 10, 2022 – Upon invitation by Swin Cash, Senator Jim Brewster traveled to the Basketball Hall of Fame to witness the enshrinement of the Class of 2022 and to present a Pennsylvania Senate Proclamation recognizing the McKeesport basketball star....
Brewster Announces $200K in Grants for Three Rivers Trail System
Harrisburg, September 7, 2022 – Stewards of a popular and still-developing trail system in the Pittsburgh region will be receiving more than $200,000 as part of a historic state investment in conservation and recreation, state Sen. Jim Brewster announced today....
Brewster Praises New Funding for Struggling Small Businesses
Harrisburg, July 21, 2022 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today praised the award of $268 million to Pennsylvania to be used to bolster struggling small businesses. “One of my priorities has been the support and sustainment of small businesses and that mission...
Brewster Announces State Grant for Elizabeth Township Traffic Signals
Harrisburg, July 22, 2022 – A municipality in the 45th Senate District will be among dozens receiving reimbursement from the state for upgrades to traffic signals, state Sen. Jim Brewster announced today. Elizabeth Township was awarded $28,080 for LED traffic signals...
Brewster’s School Safety Efforts Reflected in 2022-23 Budget
McKeesport, July 21,2022 – State Sen. Jim Brewster’s efforts to protect Pennsylvania schools have paid off with a $200 million increase in funds for safety and security and mental health in the 2022-23 PA State Budget. “This new School Code contains a historic...
PLCB: A Profitable Business Model Serving Rural and Urban Areas Under Assault Once Again
Harrisburg, July 13, 2022 - It’s not really surprising that the highly profitable Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) -which not only serves urban and suburban customers, but also reaches deep into sparse rural regions – has faced constant attacks over the years...
Brewster Reappointed to School Safety Committee
Harrisburg, July 11, 2022 – With a record state investment in violence prevention spending in the new budget, state Sen. Jim Brewster announced today that he has been re-appointed to the School Safety and Security Committee, the chief conduit for intervention programs...
Brewster Statement Regarding Passage of Pennsylvania Budget
Harrisburg, PA − July 7, 2022 − State Sen. Jim Brewster, Democratic Chairman of the Senate Law and Justice Committee, released the following statement today regarding passage of the 2022-2023 state spending plan: “This budget represents a significant act of sober and...
Brewster Announces $2.25M for Regional Redevelopment Efforts
Harrisburg, July 7, 2022 -- A regional non-profit dedicated to growing and modernizing the local economy has been awarded a $2.25 million state loan to construct a new business center in Braddock, state Sen. Jim Brewster announced today. The Regional Industrial...
Senator Brewster Announces Education Bill Aimed at Improving Student Mental Health
Harrisburg − June 15, 2022 − Senator Jim Brewster announced today that he is the prime co-sponsor of legislation aimed at improving student mental health. This bill seeks to put more school-based mental health care programs and professionals into classrooms....
Sen. Brewster: Property Tax/Rent Rebate Application Period Extended to End of Year
Harrisburg, June 14, 2022 – The deadline to apply for a property tax or rent rebate has been extended to December 31st, State Senator Jim Brewster announced today. The program is open for qualifying seniors or residents with disabilities. The previous deadline to...
Brewster Announces $1.6 Million in Housing Funds
HARRISBURG, June 14, 2022 – Projects in the 45th Senate District aimed at expanding housing and preventing homelessness will get a $1.6 million boost from the state, Sen. Jim Brewster announced today. “Safe and sufficient housing is becoming out of reach for too many...
Senate Dems Discuss Shale Gas Policies and Public Health Impacts
MONROEVILLE, June 3, 2022 – State Senator Katie Muth (D- Berks/Chester/Montgomery), chair of the Senate Democratic Policy Committee, joined Senator Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) to co-host a public hearing on state policies and the public health impacts of...
Brewster Calls for $1 Billion EMS Investment
McKeesport– May 16, 2022 – With National EMS Week commencing on the heels of the announcement of a historic state revenue surplus, state Sen. Jim Brewster today urged the General Assembly to invest $1 billion to bolster emergency medical services organizations...
Brewster Statement on the Death of Sen. Jim Ferlo
McKeesport – May 15, 2022 – Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny) issued the following statement on the death of former Sen. Jim Ferlo: “Senator Jim Ferlo was a fighter, a leader and friend. He stood up for the most vulnerable and was a fierce advocate for those in need....
Brewster Announces $53k for Arnold Street Improvements
ARNOLD − April 22, 2022 − The City of Arnold has been awarded a $53,000 state grant for improvements to Rankin Street, state Sen. Jim Brewster announced today. “Our local communities have struggled to keep up with infrastructure improvements and state...
Senate, House Democrats Host Roundtable Discussion on EMS Issues
PITTSBURGH – April 21, 2022 – State Senator Katie Muth (D- Berks/Chester/Montgomery), chair of the Senate Democratic Policy Committee joined Senator Lindsey Williams (D-Allegheny), state Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie) and state Rep. Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) to host...
Sen. Brewster: Eligible EMS Agencies Must Certify by April 10 for COVID Funding
McKeesport, March 24, 2022 – State Senator Jim Brewster today reminded Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies in Pennsylvania to complete the online certification to receive some of the $25 million made available by the American Rescue Plan Act to support these...
Sen. Brewster and Partners Host Drive-Up Food Distribution Event
McKeesport, March 22, 2022 – State Senator Jim Brewster partnered with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and U. S. Steel to host a drive-up food distribution event at the West Mifflin Area High School on Tuesday. “Our country grows more food than any other...
Sen. Jim Brewster Statement on Death of State Troopers and a Civilian
Harrisburg, March 21, 2022 – Sen. Jim Brewster (D – Allegheny/Westmoreland), Democratic Chair of the Senate Law and Justice Committee, made the following statement following the deaths of Pennsylvania State Troopers Martin F. Mack III, Branden T. Sisca, and an unnamed...
Brewster on State Budget: Opportunity for “Generational Change”
HARRISBURG – February 8, 2022 – State Sen. Jim Brewster released the following statement today regarding Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed 2022-23 state budget and its implications for Pennsylvanians: “Since taking office seven years ago, Gov. Wolf has recognized...
Despite Phil’s News, Brewster Says Spring on the Way
Harrisburg, February 2, 2022 – Despite the news delivered by Pennsylvania’s most famous groundhog today, State Senator Jim Brewster said there are real signs that spring is on the way. “With due respect to Phil, for thousands of Pennsylvanians like me, this week’s...
Brewster, Democratic Colleagues Announce Historic School Funding Plan
Harrisburg, January 31, 2022 – State Sen. Jim Brewster today stood with colleagues in the House and Senate to announce a school budget plan that would represent the largest investment in public education in Pennsylvania history. The $3.75 billion outline, dubbed the...
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