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March 24, 2025

Bartolotta, Santarsiero to Unveil Bill Helping Families of Fallen First Responders

Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) and Steve Santarsiero (D-10) will unveil legislation to improve care for the families of fallen first responders on Wednesday, March 26, at 10 a.m. in the Pennsylvania State Capitol Media Center, Harrisburg. [Read More]

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In this Update: PA Recovers $11.3 Million in Medicaid Fraud Emerging Healthcare Technologies Examined at Committee Hearing Veterans Services Spotlighted by by Senate Majority Policy Committee Focus on the 46th Online Unclaimed Property Auction – March 26 and 27 Celebrating National Agriculture Week PA Recovers $11.3 Million in Medicaid Fraud One of my top priorities […] [Read More]

Bartolotta Unveils Bill to Help Families of First Responders Who Die by Suicide

Published: March 21, 2025 | News Conference: Wednesday, March 26

Bartolotta Unveils Bill to Help Families of First Responders Who Die by Suicide

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Senator Camera Bartolotta

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Mar 22

March is #WomensHistoryMonth and today I would like to recognize Queen Aliquippa, a prominent leader of the Seneca nation during the 18th century and the namesake of the city in Beaver County. The City of Aliquippa was in the 46th Senatorial District up until two years ago after redistricting.

Queen Aliquippa's prominence as a diplomatic ally to British colonists was written in journal entries documenting their time in the Ohio River Valley leading up to the French & Indian War. The British colonists, familiar with monarch nomenclature, bestowed "Queen" upon Aliquippa out of respect for her leadership in the region.

Her authority led to many interactions with European leaders including William Penn. She met with George Washington on two documented occasions during the early stages of the war. 💪

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Mar 21

🇺🇸 This week Senator Devlin Robinson hosted the Senate Majority Policy Committee at Glenfield Valley Veterans Association to discuss available programs that support our veterans, especially those who are transitioning from military to civilian life.

This was a great opportunity to highlight Senate Bill 133, legislation I am working with Senator Elder Vogel Jr. on that would expand property tax exemptions for veterans.

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Mar 20

Yesterday the Senate Majority Policy Committee received testimony on technological innovations to expand access to quality healthcare in rural areas. The link to watch the full hearing is in my bio.

I hosted Chair Senator David G. Argall and fellow committee member Senator Scott E. Hutchinson at Waynesburg University’s Southpointe Center. The hearing was a great opportunity to learn about some of the advancements that are helping to remotely connect rural patients with both acute and long-term healthcare access. It was also encouraging to hear solutions that provide our isolated rural residents with accessible face-to-face medical care options. This was particularly important to me as I am the champion of Senate Bill 25, a solution that would expand access to high-quality health care by allowing qualified Advanced Practice Registered Nurses-Certified Nurse Practitioners to practice independent of a physician.

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Mar 17

It was wonderful meeting with these three ladies to discuss the critical role Community Action Agencies (CAA) across the state play for individuals and families in much needed assistance but to also focus specifically on our hometown CAA, Blueprints.

📣 I am sincerely thrilled to share that Trenna Passalacqua has transitioned from an interim role to officially becoming Blueprints CEO as of last week. 👏🏻 You are going to be AMAZING! Congratulations! 🥳

Pictured with me from L-R is Michele Rudloff, Novak Strategic Advisors Senior Associate; Trenna Passalacqua, Blueprints CEO; Carrie Nace, Novak Strategic Advisors Senior Associate

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Mar 16

🚒 It was a pleasure to stop down and see my guys at the Morris Township Volunteer Fire Department in Prosperity last Friday to discuss their Washington County LSA Grant that was approved not long ago.

The Morris Township VFD dedicates countless hours to serve their community and surrounding areas. In order to maintain a vibrant organization, they are making much needed upgrades to their existing fire station.

A huge THANK YOU to (pictured L to R) Rick Dorsey, EMT; Jim Watt, Treasurer; Todd Patress, Vice President; and Joe Bails, EMS Crew Chief

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Mar 13

I would like to thank the municipalities, non-profits, and small businesses that participated in my sleeves-up state grant workshop today in Greene County. The amazing Johnna Pro of Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development set a perfect foundation for the day by emphasizing the importance of simply following guidelines and focusing on project planning first and foremost. A fleshed-out project is better suited to navigate not only the state funding process but the county and federal level as well.

Thank you to Johnna and her team, Greene County Commissioner Betsy Rohanna McClure, and Laura Sohinki of the Governor's office for making themselves available to the attendees for the day.

A huge thank you to our presenters - Adam Mattis, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; Angela Baker, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) / Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission; Ryan Nornhold, Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program; Dan Mikesic, PA Infrastructure Investment Authority - PENNVEST

Finally, thank you to the Greene County Country Club for providing such a lovely space! Your kitchen staff is top notch too! Thank you so much for preparing lunch for everyone.

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Mar 12

Thank you Washington County Commissioner Nick Sherman for inviting me to join the Legislation and Real Estate Panel Session this morning at the Washington County Real Estate Expo. It was a pleasure sharing the stage with Bryce Maretzki, Director of Policy and Planning at PA Housing Finance Agency, and Thomas Steele, Managing Partner at Peacock Keller.

This was a great opportunity to share current proposed legislation that will directly effect real estate in Pennsylvania and underline my efforts to remedy an antiquated permitting process. That topic certainly hit some nerves in the crowd today!

The expo runs through this evening at the Salvitti Family Gymnasium / James David Ross Family Recreation Center on W&J College Campus. Check it out if you can!

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Mar 12

March is #WomensHistoryMonth and today I would like to recognize America's first woman film director and western PA native, Lois Weber. As founder of the Film Industry Caucus, a bicameral group working to support research and analysis of the role that PA’s film industry plays in economic development, job creation and revenue enhancement - I am fascinated by Lois' trailblazing career during the silent film era.

In reality Lois was more than just a director, she was also an actor, writer, and producer. She was bold and motivated, pushing the boundaries of censorship in the 1910s and started her own production company to earn artistic freedom. With 200 films to her name, she was incredibly prolific. Lois directed her final film and only "talkie" in 1934.

Thank you, Lois! And thank you to Lauren Uhl of the Heinz History Center for the wonderful biography on Lois and author Shelly Stamp for resurrecting her story. 💪

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Mar 4

March is #WomensHistoryMonth and today I would like to recognize the wonderful philanthropist, Mary Schenley. Mary's grandfather, General James O'Hara, served in the Revolutionary War and spent time at Fort Pitt. In postwar life, O'Hara amassed large tracts of land throughout Pittsburgh that Mary would later inherit.

Along with her incredible financial gifts to the churches and public schools of Pittsburgh, Mary donated land that would eventually become home to the aptly named Schenley Park, Carnegie Institute, and Western PA Institute for the Blind. She also gave the Fort Pitt Blockhouse, the oldest structure in western PA, to the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Today let's all take a moment to appreciate Mary's good will that helped transform Pittsburgh into the cultural landmark it is today. 💪

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Feb 26

It's that time of year when my district staff visits elderly and low income apartments to help residents complete their PA Rent Rebate applications.

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program supports homeowners and renters. This program provides a rebate for eligible older adults and people with disabilities age 18 and older.

This program is supported by funds from the Pennsylvania Lottery and gaming.

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Feb 20

It was wonderful catching up with David Jones, Executive Director of the Greene County Health & Wellness Foundation (GCHWF). David and the GCHWF Board of Directors do a wonderful job supporting community organizations that reach the underserved.

One of their biggest projects is the amazing 60,000-square-foot EQT Rec Center located just off of I79, east of Waynesburg. Everyone should be utilizing this fantastic facility and all of the programs they offer! Visit their Facebook page or you can go to their website to sign up for a membership here: eqtreccenter.org

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Feb 14

This week I also visited wonderful Center Township in Greene County to meet with 📸 L-R: Paul Cook, Supervisor; Dan Stoneking, Supervisor; Harry Gillispie, Supervisor; and Dawn Horr, Secretary/Treasurer - and celebrate their state funding that will in part deliver $850,000 for a sanitary sewer extension project. This will improve the community by lowering the cost for an infrastructure project that is quite expensive.

The $100,000 from DCNR's Community Conservation Partnership Program will rehabilitate Center Township Community Park located off of State Route 21. 👏🏻

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Feb 11

The City of Washington PA Government is developing a new comprehensive plan for their parks in conjunction with East Washington. They will be arranging community panels and group suggestion meetings for input.

(Pictured left to right) I would like to thank Terri Carroll [GIS/Municipal Specialist, Harshman Civil Engineering Group], DeAnna Martin [Park Director, City of Washington], and Andy Callan [Councilman, City of Washington] for meeting with me to discuss their plans.

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Feb 10

The new North Franklin Township municipal building on Franklin Farms Road is really something! After getting a tour of the new digs, I was tickled to present township officials with a $351,900 grant check from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Community Conservation Partnership Program.

This funding will be used to help develop Waterside Park, which is 89 acres of greenspace, including two reservoirs and a section of Chartiers Creek. Plans include fishing spots, pickleball courts, multiple trails, a kayak launch, and playgrounds.

A wonderful part of the project that is already underway is renovation of the township's historical Water Filter Building across the parking lot from the municipal building. Once completed, this will serve as a year-round community space.

Pictured with me from left to right is Bob Sabot [Board of Supervisors Chair], Erin Dinch [Director of Planning and Development], and Mike Quinn [Board of Supervisors]

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Feb 6

In PA you can be found guilty of murder of the second degree and be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole without committing, intending to commit, or having knowledge of the murder committed. We have an accelerating aging population in our state prisons that is costing taxpayers $420 million on medical care. The majority of these particular inmates serving a life sentence without possibility of parole have already served 20 years.

Representative Tim Briggs has introduced two bills (HB 282 & 483) that enable a chance at redemption for these currently incarcerated individuals. As co-chair of the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus, I wasn’t going to miss a press conference hosted by Rep. Briggs highlighting his second chance legislation. #CriminalJusticeReform #SecondChance #PeopleChange #MedicalRelease #GeriatricRelease

If you would like to watch the full press conference, a link to the video is in my bio.

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Feb 6

⚖️ This week the #PASenate Judiciary Committee held a confirmation hearing for nine nominees to courts of common pleas. I voted YEA on eight of the nominees to report favorable recommendations to the full Senate:

▸ Anthony McDonald, Esquire, Columbia and Montour Counties
▸ Simquita Bridges, Esquire, Allegheny County
▸ Ray Ghaner, Esquire, Huntingdon County
▸ Mark Powell, Esquire, Lackawanna County
▸ Mackenzie Smith, Esquire, Chester County
▸ Matthew Schimizzi, Esquire, Westmoreland County
▸ Michele Alfieri-Causer, Esquire, McKean County
▸ Louis Mincarelli, Esquire, Chester County

My single NO vote was cast for Alyssa Cowan, Esquire, Allegheny County.

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Feb 2

Happy Groundhog Day!! ...again.

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Jan 29

It was my esteemed honor to recognize US Army veteran and City of Washington firefighter, Michael Scott, posthumously, from the floor of the senate this week. Michael’s parents Gary and Melody along with City of Washington Fire Department Chief Christopher Richer were in attendance.

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Jan 28

Today the #PASenate Transportation Committee reported two bills from Senator Wayne Langerholc dealing with vehicle emissions reform.

📖 Senate Bill 35: tinyurl.com/273sjar9
📖 Senate Bill 149: tinyurl.com/yyz5k8c

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Jan 27

🎂 I would like to wish the Happiest of Birthdays to the Wonderful Wanda Magone of my hometown, Monongahela! This past weekend, her family, friends, members of the community, emergency personnel, and Pittsburgh mascots all held “The Wanda Parade” to celebrate her 100th Birthday! I presented Wanda with a Senate Citation of Congratulations on joining the centenarian club!

Super fun fact: Wanda and Laura Magone, Wanda’s daughter (who happens to be the Monongahela Area Historical Society President) were featured on NBC’s The Today Show for the popularity of Laura’s group, The Wedding Cookie Table Community. You can check out the clip on YouTube, the link is in my bio!

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Jan 25

This weekend in Hershey marks the annual PA Fairs & Showmen Convention. The 46th Senatorial District is very lucky to have four fairs that are the gold standard. I am always very proud of the dedicated leaders, volunteers, and exhibitors of our fairs.

As part of the convention, the annual State Fair Queen contest is held and once again this year our fairs are supremely represented. Over the last few days, the contestants have participated in many activities with Queens from across the Commonwealth.

I want to take this opportunity to send my best wishes to the Greene County Fair Queen, Ms. Eryka Hackney, Jacktown Fair Queen, Ms. Emmaline Beazell, West Alexander Fair Queen, Ms. Allee Hoover, and The Washington County Agricultural Fair, Inc. Queen, Ms. Faith Ealy.

You are all winners in my book.

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Jan 24

This weekend marks the conclusion of the 2024 Pennsylvania State Fair Queen Erica Teagarden’s reign, and I want to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU. Erica has brought honor and grace to the role and should be commended on all her accomplishments over the past year.

Erica is the daughter of Chad and Bobbie Jo Teagarden of Claysville, Washington County, and is currently a student at Penn State University in the College of Agricultural Sciences. In addition, Erica serves as a Junior Advisory Board Member for the Pennsylvania Farm Show.

In the Summer of 2023, the Washington County Agricultural Fair celebrated their 225th Anniversary and as part of the kick-off, Erica was crowned Fair Queen. This achievement provided her a gold ticket to compete at the State Fair Queen contest in Hershey last January. With a wonderful support system and a solid determination, Erica was crowned the 2024 PA State Fair Queen. Since that day, she has represented all that is wonderful of about our fairs – agriculture, tourism, education, and family.

I crossed paths with Erica many times in the 46th Senatorial District this past year, as well as a few times in Harrisburg. Erica and the entire PA Fair Queen Program ( @pafairqueen ) has many wonderful achievements, including their inaugural PA Fair Queen Advocacy Day that was held last fall in Harrisburg, of which I was proud to be part of.

Dear Erica – whether at the State Farm Show, at a parade, or on the Capitol steps, you wore your title with great pride and for that I am forever grateful. Congratulations on a successful year and best wishes for the future.

The 📸 of Erica's reaction to winning was just too good to not include. That photo is courtesy of @candlehutmedia

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Jan 22

🥶 It's entirely too cold to even think about going to enjoy a park today but let's think positive about warmer days ahead!

I was thrilled to present a $240,000 grant to Chartiers Township in Washington County for upgrades at Arnold Community Park, located in the heart of the township. This Community Recreation and Conservation Planning Grant awarded through the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will focus on the baseball fields along with updating the parking lot, access road, and sidewalks to be Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant.

Congratulations are in order for the township officials for their work and continuing to encourage recreational activities and a healthier lifestyle for the residents.

📸 Pictured with me from left to right is Harlen Shober [Board of Supervisors Vice Chair], Jodi Noble [Township Manager], Bronwyn Maggi-Kolovich [Board of Supervisors Chair], and Frank Wise [Board of Supervisors]

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Jan 16

I would like to thank everyone who presented projects over the last two days during the annual Local Share Account (LSA) Program public hearings.

As a member of the LSA Review Committee, I take great consideration of my recommendations for which projects should receive Washington County’s gaming revenue. The LSA program does tremendous good for the region and there are many success stories that have been facilitated by the program.

The Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington (RACW) has been designated as the agency to apply for and administer the LSA Program on behalf of the Washington County Board of Commissioners.

You can review all of the projects that have been awarded over the years here: racw.net/lsa-projects

📸 Courtesy of John Timney

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Meet Camera Bartolotta

Senator Camera Bartolotta, representing Beaver, Greene, and Washington counties since 2014, has authored laws on domestic violence, farming, COVID-19 relief, healthcare funding, water supply protection, ride-sharing, worker safety, and school bus protection. She currently serves on the Senate Republican Leadership team as Majority Caucus Secretary, co-chairs the Gas and Oil Caucus, and co-founded the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus. She is a proud mother of two and has welcomed her first grandchild, Florence.

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