State Senator Camera Bartolotta (pa)
Recent News About State Senator Camera Bartolotta (pa)
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Bartolotta, PA Film Industry Members Call for Increase in Film Tax Credit Program
HARRISBURG – Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) and key members of the Pennsylvania film industry are advocating for an increase in the state's film tax credit program. The call is for an increase to $300 million in the film tax credit program to further support and promote the state's film and industry productions.Sen. Bartolotta emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, "Preserving Pennsylvania’s long history of film and industry productions will help further expand jobs and provide much-needed protections to those working in the commonwealth."The push for an...
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Senate Acts to Establish Sweeping New Energy Framework to Meet PA’s Power Needs
HARRISBURG – Acting to establish a sweeping, new energy framework for Pennsylvania, the Senate approved legislation today creating the Independent Energy Office (IEO) and Pennsylvania’s Opportunity With Energy Reliability (POWER) Board, said Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46).Under Senate Bill 832, the IEO will provide data-driven analysis and ensure lawmakers have the reliable information necessary to review and implement current energy strategies as well as be on the forefront of new innovative technologies."The demand for energy we have in the commonwealth, we have to be...
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Bartolotta and PA Women Work to Host Free Career Kick-Start on May 21
Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46), in partnership with Pennsylvania Women Work, is hosting Career Kick-Start on Tuesday, May 21, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Frank Sarris Public Library, 35 N. Jefferson Ave., Canonsburg.The event aims to help individuals enhance their job search strategies and achieve their career aspirations. Bartolotta expressed, “The free, one-day workshop is a great way to get on the right path to boosting your job search and achieving your career goals.” She added, “Connecting people with careers they enjoy and that support their families will...
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Bartolotta Announces $9.4 Million Grant to Improve Access to High-Speed Internet in Washington County
Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) announced today that Washington County is set to receive a $9.4 million grant from the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) to enhance access to high-speed internet. Bartolotta emphasized the importance of reliable internet access for various sectors of the community, stating, “Reliable, high-speed internet access is critical for people of all ages – students trying to learn and employers trying to operate in a manner customers have come to expect."The grant, made possible by the federally funded Broadband Infrastructure...
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Senate Committee Passes Bartolotta Bill to Improve Workforce Development Programs
The Senate Labor and Industry Committee unanimously passed Senate Bill 761, sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta, aimed at improving workforce development programs in Pennsylvania. The bill seeks to enhance the state's workforce by utilizing existing data more effectively and sharing it with local development boards in a timely manner.Sen. Bartolotta highlighted the importance of sharing data efficiently, stating, "Sharing data more efficiently will give Pennsylvania’s 22 local workforce development boards the opportunity to measure the success and shortcomings of specific...
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Bartolotta and Mihalek Host Free Wellness Event on April 18
WASHINGTON – Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) and Rep. Natalie Mihalek (R-40), in partnership with Highmark Wholecare, are hosting a 10,000 Step Challenge Wellness Event on Thursday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Peters Township Community Recreation Center. The event aims to promote active living and improving health through interactive demonstrations and information sessions. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with exhibitors about wellness and engage in activities like healthy food choices and blood pressure screening.Sen. Bartolotta emphasized the...
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Bartolotta Announces $868,534 in Grants to Improve Roads, Bridges
Sen. Camera Bartolotta announced today that state grants totaling $868,534 have been awarded to the 46th District to improve roads and bridges. The grants were provided by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA)."Maintaining important infrastructure is a core function of government. With this funding, residents will be able to safely travel and enjoy area shops and restaurants because of streetlight replacements and streetscape improvements," Bartolotta said. "These improvements will benefit residents and help to attract additional businesses to the communities."The...
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Senate Majority Policy Committee Holds Public Hearing on Rural Health Care
The Senate Majority Policy Committee will be conducting a public hearing on rural health care in Pennsylvania on February 14th, 2024. The hearing, which will take place at Penn Highlands Mon Valley in Monongahela, aims to address the challenges facing rural health care and explore potential solutions to ensure continued access to quality care for the public. Senator Camera Bartolotta, the committee member, announced the details of the hearing.During the hearing, representatives from various rural health care provider institutions and organizations will provide their...
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Bartolotta Raises Concerns Over Massive Spending Increase in Shapiro’s Budget
Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) has expressed concerns about the significant increase in state spending proposed by Gov. Josh Shapiro in the 2024-25 state budget. Bartolotta referred to the budget as an "extensive wish list" that would lead to unsustainable increases in spending. She also raised questions about how the governor intends to pay for these expenses beyond the legalization of adult-use cannabis.Shapiro's budget plan includes a 7.1% increase in overall state spending, which Bartolotta believes will make it challenging to balance future budgets and maintain the...
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Bartolotta Announces $2 Million in State Funding for Water System Improvements
Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) has announced that the Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Authority (SPWA) will receive nearly $2 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to extend a water line for customers currently served by Brave Water and Sewer Authority (BWSA) in Wayne Township, Greene County. The funding will be provided in the form of a low-interest loan and a grant."The PENNVEST funding will help to offset the cost of moving to a larger, more capable water system and addressing leaking service lines so customers have...
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Basic Education Funding Commission Releases Findings, Recommendations to General Assembly
The Basic Education Funding Commission has concluded its six-month review and revision of the education funding formula, releasing its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly. The commission, which held public hearings and received input from various stakeholders, aims to provide greater budget stability and prevent drastic shifts in funding amounts.According to Sen. Camera Bartolotta, who announced the release of the findings, the commission found consensus on adjustments to the current funding formula. These adjustments would ensure that students do not...
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Bartolotta Announces $3.6 Million in Grants for 46th District
Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) has revealed that over $3.6 million in funding has been approved for significant water and wastewater improvement projects, as well as arts and culture initiatives, in the 46th District. These grants aim to enhance the communities within the district by investing in critical infrastructure and promoting cultural development.Bartolotta expressed her enthusiasm for the funding, stating, "This funding will enhance our communities in so many ways, by investing in critical infrastructure and places that expand our horizons and teach us about our...
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Bartolotta Announces $1.8 Million in State Funding to Improve Pittsburgh and Ohio Central Track
The Pittsburgh and Ohio Central (POHC) Railroad Company has secured nearly $1.8 million in state funding to enhance its track infrastructure. The funding will be utilized to rehabilitate approximately 11 miles of track in Washington County, Pennsylvania. The project, which involves the replacement of rail and ties and resurfacing the Arden subdivision, aims to improve the safety and reliability of the railroad's freight services and switching operations.Sen. Camera Bartolotta, who championed the funding, expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating, "I have advocated...
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Bartolotta Bill to Reform PA’s Probation System Set for Enactment
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Camera Bartolotta, Lisa Baker, and Anthony Williams that aims to reform Pennsylvania's probation system is on track to become law. The bill, Senate Bill 838, has garnered broad, bipartisan support and is expected to provide individuals with a better pathway out of the criminal justice system.According to Bartolotta, the legislation offers greater fairness, eliminates excessive incarceration, and gives individuals a more reliable second chance to get their lives back on track. Additionally, it aims to reduce the ever-rising state correctional...