Press Releases
Comitta, Shusterman Announce $750,000 for Tredyffrin School Serving Students with Autism
West Chester, Pa (October 27, 2022) – A Tredyffrin-based school serving students with autism will receive $750,000 in state funding to renovate and expand classroom space, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Rep. Melissa Shusterman said today. The funding, awarded...
Comitta, Williams Announce $3.5 Million for New Coatesville Firehouse and Public Works Facility
West Chester, Pa (October 27, 2022) – Plans to build a new Firehouse and Public Works facility in the City of Coatesville got a major boost this week with $3.5 million in state funding thanks to the work of Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Rep. Dan Williams. The...
Comitta: Pa. Senate Approves Two Bills to Improve Access to Breast Cancer Screenings
West Chester, Pa (October 25, 2022) – Two pieces of legislation to help Pennsylvanians detect breast cancer earlier and eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for screenings unanimously passed the Pennsylvania Senate, Senator Carolyn Comitta said. “Nearly 1 in 8 women will...
Comitta: Oxford Awarded $25,000 to Enhance Pedestrian Transportation
West Chester, Pa (October 19, 2022) – Planning assistance is coming to Oxford Borough to build a more accessible, walkable, and bikeable community state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. The borough was awarded $25,000 in funding through WalkWorks, a...
Statement on Threats Targeting Coatesville Schools
Harrisburg, Pa (October 18, 2022) -- State Senator Carolyn Comitta today released the following statement in response to repeated threats targeting Coatesville Area School District schools: "I am deeply concerned by the series of threats targeting Coatesville schools....
$45,000 in State Funding Awarded to Support Computer Training for Job Seekers
West Chester, Pa (October 18, 2022) – A local organization providing computer training programs will receive $45,000 in state grant funding to help job-seekers advance their digital skills, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced. Full Circle Computing, an...
Comitta and Williams to Hold SEPTA Senior Card Event in Coatesville Nov. 4
West Chester, Pa (October 6, 2022) – Coatesville area senior citizens can apply for or renew their free SEPTA Senior Key Card at Coatesville City Hall on Friday November 4 from 10 a.m. to noon at a joint event offered by state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state...
Comitta Secures Funding for New Sump Pumps at Chester County History Center
West Chester, Pa (October 6, 2022) – The Chester County History Center (CCHC) will be able to better protect its collections, archives, and historical artifacts from potential water damage thanks to the work of state Senator Carolyn Comitta. Comitta recently secured...
Nonprofit Security Grant Program Now Accepting Applications
West Chester, Pa (October 4, 2022) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta reminded Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations that serve those with diverse memberships can apply now for up to $150,000 in state grant funding for important safety and security upgrades. Applications...
Comitta Celebrates New Law Empowering Workers with Disabilities
West Chester, Pa (September 29, 2022) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta recently joined disability advocates from across the Commonwealth and Governor Tom Wolf to mark the passage of legislation supporting Pennsylvania workers with disabilities. Act 69 of 2021 (Senate...
Comitta, DCNR Celebrate Addition of New State Park in Chester County
Landenberg, PA – State Senator Carolyn Comitta today joined Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and state and local officials for the celebration at Big Elk Creek State Park in Chester County, one of three new state...
Women’s Health Caucus Holds Press Event on Postpartum Medicaid Expansion, Protecting Access to Abortion
Harrisburg—September 21, 2022 — This morning, members of the Women’s Health Caucus, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, and an advocate from Planned Parenthood held a press event to talk about postpartum Medicaid expansion and the need to protect...
Malvern, West Grove Awarded $197,000 in State Funding for Parks and Open Space
West Chester, Pa (September 20, 2022) –Plans to improve opportunities for outdoor recreation in Malvern and West Grove will receive more than $197,000 in total state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. The funds, approved today by the Commonwealth...
Nearly $470,000 Awarded to Improve and Protect Local Streams
West Chester, Pa (September 20, 2022) – Three projects to restore, improve, and maintain streams and watersheds in Chester County will receive nearly $470,000 in state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. The funds, approved today by the...
More Support On the Way for Chester County Small Businesses
West Chester, Pa (September 14, 2022) –Small businesses in Chester County will have more opportunities to access loans and financing thanks to investments from the American Rescue Plan, U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan and state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced...
Universal Free School Breakfasts to Continue for Pennsylvania Students This Year
West Chester, Pa (September 9, 2022) - This year, all Pennsylvania students can begin the school day with a good, nutritious, meal thanks to the Universal Free School Breakfast Program, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today. “Access to a healthy meal to...
Six Outdoor Recreation and Conservation Projects Awarded More than $2.8 Million in State Funding
WEST CHESTER, PA (September 6, 2022) – Six projects to improve outdoor recreational opportunities, conserve natural resources, and help revitalize local communities in Chester County will receive more than $2.8 million in funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said...
Coatesville Elementary Schools Awarded $163,000 to Provide Healthy Snacks
West Chester, Pa (August 31, 2022) – Five elementary schools in the Coatesville Area School District will receive more than $163,000 in total funding to provide students with fresh fruit and vegetable snacks during the school day, U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan and state...
Comitta Introduces Legislation to Address Teacher Shortage
West Chester, Pa (August 29, 2022) – As students across Chester County and Pennsylvania return to class this week, state Senator Carolyn Comitta is introducing new legislation to grow Pennsylvania’s educator workforce, increase diversity in the classroom, and break...
Four Bridges Damaged by Hurricane Ida to be Repaired
West Chester, Pa (August 23, 2022) – Repairs are expected to begin this fall on four bridges in Chester County that were damaged by the remnants of Hurricane Ida last year, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said. “The remnants of Hurricane Ida brought severe rainfall and...
Update on Pipeline Safety in the Wake of Energy Transfer’s Conviction
I am grateful that Energy Transfer/Sunoco Pipeline is being held accountable for the serious environmental crimes associated with the construction of the Mariner East Pipeline in our region and across the Commonwealth. I thank Attorney General Josh Shapiro and his...
Comitta Introducing Hospital Closure Reform Legislation
WEST CHESTER, PA (August 5, 2022) – In order to empower greater community input and increase public transparency, state Senator Carolyn Comitta is introducing legislation to reform the process around hospital closures. “A sudden, profit-driven decision to close an...
Nearly $1 Million in Environmental Education Grants Available
West Chester, Pa (August 4, 2022) – Chester County schools, colleges, businesses, nonprofit groups, and environmental organizations can apply to receive some of the $900,000 in total state grant funding available for environmental education projects, state Senator...
Comitta Announces Nearly $3.8 Million in Funding for Early Childhood Education
West Chester, Pa (August 2, 2022) – Four organizations that provide early childhood education programs in Chester County will receive nearly $3.8 million in state funding through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP),...
Comitta Visits Upper Main Line YMCA to Announce Funding for STEM And Environmental Education Programs
Berwyn, PA (August 1, 2022) – Children and young people attending summer camps at the YMCA of the Greater Brandywine will now have access to even more innovative environmental education and STEM programs thanks to funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta....
New Student Hunger Initiative Launched with $1 Million in State Funding
West Chester, PA (July 29, 2022) – A new initiative to tackle the growing problem of food insecurity on Pennsylvania college campuses is being supported with $1 million in state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said today. The Hunger-Free Campuses Program,...
Business and Community Leaders Support Coatesville Revitalization Project
WEST CHESTER, PA (July 26, 2022) – Millions of dollars in state funding will help pave the way for construction of a $65 million mixed-use commercial and entertainment development project in Coatesville, bringing new jobs and economic opportunity to city residents,...
Business and Community Leaders Discuss Opioid Epidemic at Free Community Naloxone Training
WEST CHESTER, PA (July 25, 2022) - State Senator Carolyn Comitta was recently joined by state and local officials and business leaders to discuss efforts to address the opioid epidemic and prevent overdose deaths with the use of naloxone. Following the...
Comitta, Williams Announce $3.6 Million Grant, $5.4 Million Loan for Coatesville Sports and Events Center
West Chester, Pa (July 19, 2022)– Plans to bring a multi-use sports facility, velodrome, and events center to the City of Coatesville will receive $3.6 million in state grant funding and a $5.4 million loan, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Rep. Dan Williams...
Comitta Announces Funding For Traffic Improvements
WEST CHESTER, PA (July 14, 2022) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta announced today that nearly $980,000 has been awarded to upgrade and improve traffic signals at five intersections on Valley Forge Road in Tredyffrin Township. “This investment in our infrastructure will...