Bartolotta Bill Would Improve DEP Erosion and Sediment Control Permitting Process
Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46) introduced legislation today that would establish the state Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) current erosion and sediment control policies in state law and provide greater transparency and accountability to the application review process. [Read More]
Local Senior Centers Receive State Grants
Senior facilities in Carmichaels and Waynesburg will receive state grants to support continued services for older Pennsylvanians, according to Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46). [Read More]
Panel Approves Bartolotta’s Bill to Simplify Process for Small Businesses Bidding on State Road Contracts
The Senate Transportation Committee today endorsed legislation that would make it easier for small businesses to bid on state road contracts, according to the bill’s sponsor, Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46). [Read More]
Bartolotta Joins Advocates, Lawmakers in Support of New Ignition Interlock Law
Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46) joined lawmakers and advocates for a press conference today in support of Pennsylvania’s new ignition interlock requirement for drivers convicted of DUI. [Read More]
Legislators, Advocacy Groups Hail New Ignition Interlock Law as Important Tool in Saving Lives, Fighting Drunk Driving
At a capitol news conference today, legislators, families of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) victims, and advocacy groups showed their support for Pennsylvania’s new ignition interlock law, saying it will save lives and prevent repeat drunk driving attempts. News Conference Senator Bartolotta [Read More]
Bartolotta Applauds Beaver County Shell Plant Announcement
Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46) issued the following statement today in response to news that Royal Dutch Shell will move forward with plans to build a petrochemical plant in Beaver County: [Read More]
Public Hearing Will Explore Impact of Heroin and Opioid Addiction on June 2
The Center for Rural Pennsylvania will study the impact of the heroin and opioid addiction crisis during a public hearing in Beaver County on June 2, according to Senators Camera Bartolotta (R-46) and Elder Vogel (R-47). [Read More]
Bartolotta to Host “Coffee With Camera” Events in Washington County May 19 and 20
Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46) is inviting community residents to join her for two “Coffee With Camera” events in Washington County on May 19 and 20. [Read More]
Bill Would Provide Early Intervention for Mothers Suffering from Postpartum Depression
Newborn and infant children of mothers affected by postpartum depression (PPD) will be eligible for early intervention services under legislation jointly introduced today by Senators Camera Bartolotta (R-Washington) and Judy Schwank (D-Berks). [Read More]
“March for Greene” Aims to Raise Awareness of Substance Abuse Issues
Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46) is encouraging community residents to participate in the “March for Greene” event at the Greene County Fairgrounds on May 14 to show support for recovering addicts, to stand united against the addiction epidemic and to raise awareness of substance abuse issues. [Read More]
Local Volunteer Emergency Responders Receive State Grants
HARRISBURG – Local volunteer fire, ambulance and EMS companies will receive a total of $892,000 in grant funding from the state, according to Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46). The grants are awarded as part of the Volunteer Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Company Grant Program, which helps eligible organizations fund facility renovations and/or construction, equipment purchases, […] [Read More]
PENNVEST Loan to Finance Sewer System Upgrades in Cross Creek, Independence Townships
A $5.6 million loan from PENNVEST will lead to critical improvements to sewer systems in Cross Creek Township and Independence Township in Washington County, according to Senator Camera Bartolotta (R-46). [Read More]