Press Releases
Pisciottano Announces More Than $4.25 Million for Allegheny County to Support Violence Prevention, Victim Services, Children’s Advocacy Programs, and Substance Use Treatment
Allegheny County, PA, December 11, 2025 – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) today announced that the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) has approved $4,254,850 in federal and state funding to enhance community-based violence prevention efforts, expand services for...
Senator Nick Pisciottano Opposes PA American Water Rate Hike
Sen. Pisciottano announced his opposition to a proposed rate increase by PA American Water, warning that higher monthly bills would place additional strain on families already grappling with rising costs.
Senator Pisciottano Announces $1.8 Million in Economic Development Grants
Sen. Pisciottano today announced $1,863,612 in GEDTF grants to support economic development projects across Allegheny County.
Senator Pisciottano Supports Passage of Overdue State Budget
Sen. Pisciottano said the newly passed state budget delivers long-overdue but meaningful progress for working families, public schools, and community safety across Pennsylvania.
Statement from Senator Pisciottano on Expedited Release of November SNAP Benefits
Monroeville, PA, November 7, 2025 – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) issued the following statement regarding Governor Shapiro’s announcement that his Administration is taking action to immediately issue full November Supplemental Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to nearly two...
Pisciottano & Senate Democrats Announce Emergency Food Assistance Legislation Ahead of SNAP Cuts
Monroeville, PA, October 31, 2025 – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) on Tuesday joined his colleagues in the Senate Democratic Caucus to introduce legislation to help Pennsylvanians facing an imminent loss of federal food assistance. The proposal would appropriate $50 million to...
Executive Innamorato & Senator Pisciottano Launch Mon Valley Forward
County Executive Innamorato and Senator Nick Pisciottano announced the launch of Mon Valley Forward: An Economic Development Strategy.
Senator Nick and Molly Pisciottano Welcome Newborn Twins
Sen. Nick & Molly Pisciottano are delighted to announce the birth of their twins, Oliver Thomas and Gwendolyn Rose, on October 28, 2025.
Senator Nick Pisciottano & Representative Dan Goughnour Host Successful Senior Wellness & Safety Expo
McKeesport, PA, October 16, 2025 – Hundreds of local seniors gathered at the McKeesport Palisades on Thursday morning for the Senior Wellness and Safety Expo hosted by State Senator Nick Pisciottano and State Representative Dan Goughnour. The free event, held from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, featured...
Senators Nick Pisciottano and Nick Miller Introduce Resolution to Examine Pennsylvania’s Role in PJM Power Grid
Sen. Pisciottano & Sen. Miller announced plans to introduce a resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission (JSGC) to study Pennsylvania’s participation in the PJM Interconnection LLC, the regional transmission organization that manages the electric grid across much of the Mid-Atlantic and parts of the Midwest.
Senator Nick Pisciottano Hosts Grand Opening of McKeesport Office
McKeesport, PA, September 25, 2025 – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) today welcomed constituents, local officials, and community leaders to his newly renovated McKeesport District Office during an open house event that highlighted the services available to constituents. The event,...
PA Senators Collett, Hughes, Pisciottano Urge Feds to Protect Vaccine Access, Introduce Bill to Require Vaccine Insurance Coverage
Harrisburg, PA − September 20, 2025 − Following Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meetings last week, Pennsylvania State Senators Maria Collett (D-Montgomery), Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) and Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) release the following...
Senate Democratic Caucus Policy Committee Holds Hearing Regarding Solutions for Addressing Housing Affordability
McKees Rocks − September 16, 2025 − Today, Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Nick Miller held a hearing to examine housing affordability and seeking solutions to a growing issue across Pennsylvania. “Housing affordability continues to be a major issue across Pennsylvania,” said Senator...
Senator Pisciottano Secures $25,000 Grant for Allegheny County Police Mounted Unit
Sen. Pisciottano presented a $25,000 state grant to the Allegheny County Police Mounted Unit to purchase large animal rescue equipment.
Senator Pisciottano Announces $5.6 Million in Victims Services Grants for Allegheny County
Sen. Pisciottano announced that the PCCD has approved $5,556,390 in grant funding in Allegheny County through programs designed to support victims, strengthen public safety, and prevent violence.
Pisciottano Introduces Legislation to Reform RACP Bidding Process and Close Prevailing Wage Loopholes
Sen. Pisciottano has introduced legislation aimed at strengthening transparency, improving fairness, and closing loopholes in the RACP bidding process to ensure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and workers are paid fair wages on state-funded projects.
Lawmakers Designate Portion of Route 51 as the Honorable Raymond T. Book Memorial Highway
Sen. Pisciottano, Rep. Inglis, and Rep. Kuzma, together with PennDOT, today honored the life and service of the late Honorable Raymond T. Book during a ceremony at the Whitehall Borough Building, where they announced the designation of a portion of Pennsylvania Route 51 as the Honorable Raymond T. Book Memorial Highway.
Senator Nick Pisciottano Announces Over $2.5 Million for Broadband Access in Allegheny County
Sen. Pisciottano announced that the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has approved funding through the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program to expand high-speed internet access across Pennsylvania, including Allegheny County.
Pisciottano Pushes Panic Button for Hotel Worker Safety
Sen. Pisciottano has introduced legislation designed to protect hotel employees from harassment and violence in the workplace by requiring hotel employers to provide “panic buttons” to workers who service guest rooms alone.
Senator Pisciottano Announces Over $400,000 in Grants to Support Local First Responders, Animal Welfare, and Community Recreation
Monroeville, PA, August 6, 2025 – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) today announced over $400,000 in state grant funding to support critical needs across the 45th Senatorial District, including life-saving equipment for first responders, upgrades to recreational spaces, and new...