Press Releases
Comitta Sworn In to Second Term as State Senator
Harrisburg, Pa (January 7, 2025) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta was sworn in today to her second term representing Pennsylvania’s 19th Senatorial District. “I am grateful to again earn the trust of the voters,” she said. “Over the past four years, I’ve worked to...
Comitta Announces Funding to Improve Rail Freight Infrastructure
West Chester, Pa (January 3, 2025) – A short-line railroad operating in Chester County was awarded state funding to rehabilitate eight bridges and improve rail freight mobility, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said. The East Penn Railroad, which operates 114 miles of...
Comitta Announces Expanded Satellite Office Hour Schedule
West Chester, Pa (December 26, 2024) - To help bring the services of her district office throughout Chester County, state Senator Carolyn Comitta is expanding her outreach office schedule with new locations in Malvern and Oxford. “Whether in person, over the phone, or...
Comitta: WCU Awarded Funding to Prevent Sexual Assault on Campus
West Chester, Pa (December 16, 2024) – West Chester University was awarded nearly $50,000 in state funding to support ongoing efforts to prevent and combat sexual assault on campus, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said. The funding comes through It’s On...
Chester County Lawmakers Laud Grant Funding to Clean Up Rivers and Streams in Chesapeake Bay Watershed
Harrisburg, Dec. 12 -- Members of the Chester County state legislative delegation are pleased to report a state and federal investment in keeping the Chesapeake Bay Watershed clean from its tributaries in Chester County. The Chester County Conservation District...
Comitta Announces Funding for Communities that Care of Downingtown
West Chester, Pa (December 11, 2024) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta secured $25,000 in state funding to support Communities that Care of Greater Downingtown (CTC), a nonprofit organization that fosters positive mental health and youth development. The funds, awarded...
Comitta, Kane Secure Funding for LCH Community Pharmacy
West Chester, Pa (December 4, 2024) – Plans for LCH Health and Community Services to open a pharmacy got a major boost this week thanks to state funding secured by state Senators Carolyn Comitta and John Kane. The grant funding, awarded through the Pennsylvania...
Comitta: State Historical Marker Program Reopens
West Chester, Pa (December 3, 2024) – Chester County residents and organizations interested in sharing and promoting our region’s historical sites and structures can apply now for a historical marker through the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC),...
Comitta: Support Toys for Tots Now Through Dec. 11
West Chester, Pa (November 13, 2024) – As the holiday season quickly approaches, the office of state Senator Carolyn Comitta is collecting donations of new, unwrapped toys for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. “Toys for Tots helps ensure thousands...
Comitta, Shusterman, Treasurer Garrity Return More Than $31,000 in Unclaimed Property to Willistown Township
Malvern, PA —State Senator Carolyn Comitta, state Rep. Melissa Shusterman, and Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity recently announced that more than $31,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to Willistown Township. “We are thrilled to see these funds returned...
Comitta, Pielli Announce Laptops for Safe Harbor of Chester County
West Chester, Pa (November 22, 2024) – Safe Harbor of Chester County will receive 20 laptops to support financial and computer literacy training programs for people recovering from homelessness, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Rep. Chris Pielli announced...
Comitta: WCU Awarded State Funding to Address Student Hunger on Campus
West Chester, Pa (November 21, 2024) – West Chester University was awarded $60,000 in state funding to address student hunger on campus, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced. The funding comes through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Hunger-Free Campus...
Comitta Announces State Funding for Parks, Trails, Watershed and Open Space Projects
West Chester, Pa (November 18, 2024) – Six projects that aim to protect watersheds, preserve natural spaces, and expand opportunities for outdoor recreation with new and trail upgrades were awarded state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced. “These...
Comitta Invites High School Juniors to Apply for Student Advisory Council
West Chester, Pa (November 14, 2024) - High school juniors who are interested in public service, policy, and the legislative process are invited to apply for state Senator Carolyn Comitta’s 3rd Annual Student Advisory Council. “One of my favorite things about...
Comitta Secures Funding for New Kitchen at Brandywine Valley Active Aging – Coatesville
West Chester, Pa (November 13, 2024) – Brandywine Valley Active Aging’s Coatesville Campus is renovating its commercial kitchen to offer affordable meals to more senior citizens thanks to state funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta. The $100,000 in grant...
Comitta, Treasurer Garrity Announce Return of $15,000 in Unclaimed Property to West Chester
West Chester, PA — State Senator Carolyn Comitta and Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity recently announced that nearly $15,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to the Borough of West Chester in Chester County. “We are always happy to help return unclaimed...
Comitta Secures Funding for the Chester County Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired
West Chester, Pa (November 6, 2024) – The Chester County Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CCABVI) is expanding its services to reach more people and community members, thanks to state funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta. Comitta recently...
Comitta Announces $3.8 Million for Municipal Services, Public Works, Healthcare, Education and Outdoor Recreation Projects
West Chester, Pa (November 1, 2024) – Five projects that improve municipal services, support outdoor recreation, expand access to healthcare, and invest in educational opportunities were awarded $3.8 million in total state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta...
Comitta Secures Funding for Melton Center Marquee, Parking Lot Improvements
West Chester, Pa (October 31, 2024) – The Charles A. Melton Art and Education Center is getting a new digital marquee and a repaved parking lot thanks to state funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta. The $62,000 grant comes through the Pennsylvania...
Comitta Honored by Maternal and Child Health Consortium
West Chester, Pa (October 25, 2024) – In recognition of their ongoing work to support the health of mothers, children, and families, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and her team were honored with the Community Partner Award from the Maternal and Child Health Consortium...
Two Downingtown Elementary Schools Awarded $1.1 Million in State Funding for New Energy-Efficient Windows
West Chester, Pa (October 23, 2024) – The Downingtown Area School District will receive more than $1.1 million in state funding to replace windows at two elementary schools, state Senator Carolyn Comitta, state Rep. Christina Sappey, and state Rep. Danielle Friel...
Gov. Shapiro Signs Comitta’s Local Government Legislation into Law
West Chester, Pa (October 22, 2024) – Legislation introduced by state Senator Carolyn Comitta to update the Pennsylvania Borough Code was signed into law this week by Governor Josh Shapiro. Senate Bill 765, signed into law as Act 110 of 2024, makes changes to...
Comitta, Chester County State Legislative Delegation Announce Millions in Investments in Local Communities
West Chester, Pa (October 22, 2024) – Fifteen local municipalities throughout Chester County were awarded state grant funding for projects that support public safety, revitalize historic downtowns, improve stormwater and wastewater management, install new bridges and...
Comitta joins EPA, Aqua Pennsylvania, PENNVEST for Real Time Replacement of Residential Lead Service Line
West Chester, Pa (October 21, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joined leaders from Aqua Pennsylvania, state Senator Carolyn Comitta, and federal, state, and local officials to discuss the importance of taking action against lead, specifically...
Comitta: 13 Chester County Organizations Awarded Funding for Security Upgrades
West Chester, Pa (October 17, 2024) – Thirteen Chester County nonprofit organizations that serve diverse communities were awarded state funding to combat hate crimes by enhancing the safety and security of their facilities, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced. The...
Comitta and Kane Secure Funding for Literacy and Reading Initiative in Chester County
West Chester, Pa (October 11, 2024) –To help foster a love of reading in children, state Senators Carolyn Comitta and John Kane secured new funding for Arts Holding Hands and Hearts (AHHAH) to administer Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Chester County. The...
Comitta, Muth Announce Funds for Locally Grown Food in Great Valley Schools
West Chester, Pa (October 10, 2024) – Students in the Great Valley School District will have access to more fresh, locally-grown food thanks to state funding awarded through the Pennsylvania Farm Bill, state Senators Carolyn Comitta and Katie Muth announced. The Great...
Comitta Secures Funding to Support Home Repairs for Senior Citizens
West Chester, Pa (October 8, 2024) – The Housing Partnership of Chester County (HPCC) will be able to help more seniors stay in their homes thanks to funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta. Comitta recently secured $50,000 in state grant funding for HPCC’s...
Comitta Helps Coatesville Youth and Women’s Alliance Get New Vehicle
Coatesville, Pa (October 4, 2024) – The Coatesville Youth and Women’s Alliance (CYWA) will soon have a new vehicle to transport clients, thanks to $50,000 in state grant funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta. The nonprofit organization, dedicated to serving...
Comitta: Grant Funding Now Available for Small Businesses to Make Energy Efficiency Upgrades
West Chester, Pa (September 26, 2024) – Small businesses that are looking to improve energy efficiency, reduce their waste, and cut costs can apply now for grant funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), state Senator Carolyn...