Press Releases
Policy Committee Highlights Public Health and Environmental Concerns Over Road Spreading of Oil and Gas Wastewater
WEST CHESTER − April 17, 2024 – State Senator Katie Muth, chair of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Policy Committee, and Senator Carolyn Comitta, minority chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, co-hosted a virtual public hearing today on...
Senior Citizen Prom Set for April 24 at the Wayne Senior Center
Wayne, Pa (April 9, 2024) - Seniors are invited to enjoy a fun afternoon at the Wayne Senior Center featuring a Las Vegas-themed Senior (Citizen) Prom organized by State Senators Carolyn Comitta and Amanda Cappelletti. The event, set for Wednesday, April 24th from 2 –...
Senator Carolyn Comitta and YMCA of Greater Brandywine to Celebrate Earth Day at a Free Community Event on April 20
(Berwyn, PA) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta and the YMCA of Greater Brandywine invite the community to enjoy a day of family fun at the Upper Main Line YMCA (UMLY) on Saturday, April 20 from 10 AM – 1 PM in celebration of Earth Day. The event will spotlight UMLY’s...
Chester County Road to be Dedicated to Fallen Marine from Cochranville
West Chester, PA (April 2, 2024) – A portion of Route 41 (Gap-Newport Pike) in Cochranville will be named in honor of Corporal Brandon Hardy, a soldier from our area who gave his life in service to our nation in Iraq in 2006. Under legislation introduced by state...
Mobile Mammogram Screenings Coming to Downingtown Library on May 2
West Chester, PA (April 2, 2024) –To help more women access breast cancer detection services, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Danielle Friel Otten are partnering with Fox Chase Cancer Center to offer mobile mammography screenings at the...
Comitta and Howard to Host Free Community Shredding Event in Malvern
WEST CHESTER (March 28, 2024) - To help residents securely dispose of documents containing sensitive and personal information, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Kristine Howard are hosting a shredding event on Saturday, April 27th from 10 a.m. to...
Community Baby Shower Set for April 12 in Coatesville
West Chester, PA (March 27, 2024) – Expectant mothers and families with babies and young children are invited to the Community Baby Shower set for Friday, April 12 from 3:30 to 5:30 at Ash Park in Coatesville, Pennsylvania. The free event, organized by State Senator...
Comitta Announces Funding for Road and Sidewalk Improvement Projects
West Chester, PA (March 26, 2024) – Roads and sidewalks in Coatesville, Oxford, West Bradford, West Chester, and Easttown are slated for major improvements thanks to state funding approved today, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced. “Upgrades and repairs to our...
Comitta, Abney Introduce Pennsylvania Climate Emission Reduction Act
Harrisburg, Pa (March 20, 2024) – Pennsylvania will establish its own cap-and-trade program to reduce harmful emissions, lower consumers’ electric bills, and create clean energy jobs under legislation introduced today by state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Rep....
Comitta Holding Diaper Drive to Support MCHC
West Chester, PA (March 18, 2024) – To help support the Maternal and Child Health Consortium’s Diaper Drive, state Senator Carolyn Comitta is collecting donations of diapers and other baby supplies at her West Chester District office. “As any parent or...
Spring 2024 Outreach Hours
West Chester, PA (March 14, 2024) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta is reminding residents of her office’s spring outreach hours to better serve Chester Countians and connect them to state government programs and services. “From Berwyn to Coatesville, Downingtown...
Op-Ed: Pa Must Move Forward on Climate Change
I ran for office because of climate change. Leaving a cleaner, safer world for my children and grandchildren has always been a driving force behind my passion for public service. When I look into their eyes, I want to tell them I’m doing everything I can to save our...
Oxford Borough Awarded Funding for Strategic Management and Planning
West Chester, PA (March 7, 2024) – Oxford Borough was awarded state funding to improve operations and deliver services more efficiently and effectively, said state senator Carolyn Comitta. The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)...
Legislators Aim to Expand Dolly Parton’s Free Children’s Book-By-Mail Program in Pa
West Chester, PA (March 6, 2024) – In honor of Read Across America Week, state legislators are teaming up to expand a free book-giving program started by country music legend Dolly Parton to children across Pennsylvania. State Senator Carolyn Comitta, state...
Comitta Highlights Student Performances for “Theater in Our Schools” Month
West Chester, PA (March 5, 2024) – In recognition of Theater in our Schools Month, state Senator Carolyn Comitta is highlighting student performances and productions at schools across Chester County this spring. “Theater is a great avenue for our students to...
Additional Funding Secured for Coatesville Kindergarten Programs
West Chester, PA (March 4, 2024) – The Coatesville Area School District (CASD) received an additional $650,000 in state grant funding thanks to the work of state Senator Carolyn Comitta. The additional funds, which come through the Pennsylvania Department...
Comitta, Shusterman to host SEPTA Senior Fare Card Event March 6
West Chester, PA (February 22, 2024) – Chester County residents 65 and older can ride the SEPTA system for free with a Senior Key Card. To help seniors apply for or renew their Senior Key Card, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Melissa Shusterman...
Easttown Library Awarded State Funding for Facility Upgrades
West Chester, PA (February 20, 2024) – The Easttown Library will be able to make important facility upgrades thanks to new state grant funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. “Our libraries are centers for education, exploration, entertainment,...
CCIU Program Aims to Connect Veterans with Jobs, Education
West Chester, PA (February 16, 2024) – A new program at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) was awarded state funding to help connect veterans with career and educational opportunities. The program, Heroes Rising: Empowering Veterans Through Education and...
Comitta, Shusterman to host SEPTA Senior Fare Card Event
WEST CHESTER, PA (February 14, 2024) - Chester County residents 65 and older can ride the SEPTA system for free with a Senior Key Card. To help seniors apply for or renew their Senior Key Card, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Melissa Shusterman...
Comitta Joins WCU Council of Trustees
West Chester, PA (February 1, 2024) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta recently joined the West Chester University (WCU) Council of Trustees. Comitta, a WCU alumnus, was appointed to the council by Governor Josh Shapiro. She will serve alongside 10 trustees, including...
Comitta: Funding Available for Conservation and Outdoor Rec Projects
West Chester, PA (January 26, 2024) – Counties, municipalities, land trusts, nonprofit organizations, and other eligible agencies can now apply for state grant funding to support outdoor recreation and conservation projects, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said....
Comitta Opposes Water Rate Increase, Encourages Residents to Attend PUC Hearing
West Chester, Pa (January 24, 2024) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta reminded Pennsylvania American Water customers of upcoming opportunities to voice their opposition to the proposed rate increase that could see their water bills rise as much as 25 percent....
Policy Hearing Focuses on Addressing Rising Water, Wastewater Rates
WEST WHITELAND – January 23, 2024 – State Senator Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks), chair of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Policy Committee, joined Senator Carolyn Comitta (D-Chester), Senator John Kane (D-Chester/Delaware), Senator Tim Kearney...
Comitta: Expanded Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program Now Open
West Chester, Pa (January 18, 2024) – Applications are now available for the expanded Pennsylvania Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program, which will provide more relief to more seniors and people with disabilities this year, said state Senator Carolyn Comitta. Under...
Comitta and Pielli: Improvements Coming to West Goshen Water Infrastructure
West Chester, Pa (January 17, 2024) – Municipal and state leaders are celebrating new funding coming to West Goshen for improvements to storm and wastewater infrastructure. The funding, which comes through the H2O PA and Small Water and Sewer grant programs, was...
Comitta Announces Outdoor Recreation and Stream Restoration Projects
West Chester, Pa (January 16, 2024) – Six projects to improve trails, enhance opportunities for outdoor recreation, and restore a local stream were awarded more than $700,000 in total state funding today, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said. “Our beautiful outdoor...
New Funding Awarded for Community Safety and Violence Prevention
West Chester, Pa (January 11, 2024) – New funding to support safer communities and prevent violence is coming to Chester County, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. At a recent meeting, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency approved...
Governor Shapiro Highlights Bipartisan Efforts to Cut Costs by Dramatically Expanding Pennsylvania’s Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit
Berwyn, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro joined legislative leaders and the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry to highlight the recent expansion of the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit for over 210,000 Pennsylvania families at the...
Comitta Announces Watershed Protection, Stormwater Runoff Projects
West Chester, Pa (January 5, 2024) – Five projects to protect watersheds in Chester County and improve stormwater management systems will receive more than $625,000 in state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said today. “Investments in protecting our watersheds...