Press Releases
Senators Santarsiero, Haywood, Comitta Announce Legislation to Expand Pennsylvanian’s Alternative Energy Portfolio Ahead of Earth Day
BUCKS COUNTY – April 21, 2021 – State Senators Steve Santarsiero (D-10), Art Haywood (D-4) and Carolyn Comitta (D-19) announced today during a virtual press conference that they will be introducing SB 300, a bill to expand the state’s Alternative Energy Portfolio...
Comitta, Shusterman Announce $337,500 in State Funding for Phoenixville Walking Bridge and Road Improvements
WEST CHESTER (April 21, 2021) –Two projects that will enhance access to the Schuylkill River Trail in Phoenixville will receive $337,5000 in total state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Rep. Melissa Shusterman announced today. The funding, approved...
Comitta Releases Statement on Conviction in Murder of George Floyd
State Senator Carolyn Comitta today released the following statement upon the conviction of former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd: "My thoughts continue to be with the family and friends of George Floyd. I hope that this...
Comitta, Williams Announce $1.5 Million to Repair, Reopen Wagontown Road
WEST CHESTER (April 16, 2021) – Valley Township will receive $1.5 million in state funding to repair and reopen Wagontown Road, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Dan Williams announced today. The project, funded through...
Comitta, Lawrence Announce $842,000 in Funding for Nottingham Intersection Improvements
WEST CHESTER (April 16, 2021) – West Nottingham Township will receive $842,000 in state funding to support important improvements at the intersection of Pennsylvania Route 272 and Baltimore Pike, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative...
American Mushroom Institute Awarded $40,000 in State Grant Funding
WEST CHESTER (April 15, 2021) – An important program to promote the nutritional, culinary, and health benefits of Pennsylvania-grown mushrooms will receive $40,000 in state grant funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, state Senator Carolyn Comitta...
West Chester BID, Oxford Main Street Awarded More than $60K in Total State Funding
WEST CHESTER (April 14, 2021) – Organizations supporting two of Chester County’s historic downtown and commercial districts will receive more than $60,000 in total state COVID-19 relief. Under Pennsylvania’s COVID-19 Relief – Supporting Elm and Main (SEAM)...
Comitta Introduces Marriage Equality Legislation
WEST CHESTER (April 13, 2021) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta is introducing legislation to update Pennsylvania law to reflect marriage equality and the right of same-sex couples to marry. Though the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges on June...
Pennsylvania Property Tax / Rent Rebate Program Accepting Applications
WEST CHESTER (April 12, 2021) – Chester County senior citizens and those with disabilities can apply now through June 30 for the Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program. The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older, widows and...
Local Nonprofit Serving the Chester County Jewish Community Receives $24K in State Grant Funding for Security Upgrades
WEST CHESTER (March 23, 2021) – Chabad Lubavitch of Chester County, a community synagogue and nonprofit organization in Tredyffrin Township, will receive $24,500 in state grant funding to support important safety and security upgrades, state Senator Carolyn Comitta...
Southeast PA Senators Urge Equity in Vaccine Distribution, Oppose Proposed Singular Vaccine Site
Chester, PA – March 19, 2021 – Yesterday, a bipartisan group of Senators representing Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties sent a letter to Governor Wolf, Acting Health Secretary Alison Beam, and the members of the COVID-19 Vaccine Joint Task Force,...
Comitta Appointed to Senate Education Committee
WEST CHESTER (March 18, 2021) – Drawing on her experience as a public-school educator, state Senator Carolyn Comitta was recently named to the Senate Education Committee for the 2021-22 legislative session. Comitta, who successfully advocated for teachers and school...
Chester County, Municipalities to Get an Estimated $153 Million in Total Federal Pandemic Relief
WEST CHESTER (March 12, 2021) – Chester County and its municipalities are expected to receive an estimated $153 million in total federal pandemic relief through the recently passed American Rescue Plan (ARP), state Senator Carolyn Comitta said today. According to...
Pa. Hospitality Grant Program Opens Monday, More Federal Funds on the Way
WEST CHESTER (March 12, 2021) – Beginning Monday, March 15, Chester County restaurants, taverns, and other businesses in the hospitality industry that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for up to $50,000 in state pandemic relief funding....
Comitta Supports Prioritizing Vaccination of Educators, School Staff
WEST CHESTER (March 3, 2021) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta applauded today’s announcement from Governor Wolf and the bipartisan COVID-19 Joint Task Force that educators and school staff will be prioritized in receiving the recently approved Johnson & Johnson...
Comitta Calls for Prioritizing Vaccination of Educators, School Staff
State Senator Carolyn Comitta today released the following statement regarding the Chester County Health Department’s recently announced updates to its Pre-K-12 Grade Health and Safety Plan Guidance and plans for local school districts to return to full-week,...
Environmental Advocacy Groups Host Virtual Meet and Greet with Local Lawmakers
In an effort to connect constituents with their state lawmakers, PennFuture, Conservation Voters of PA, and PennEnvironment hosted a joint virtual meet and greet on Thursday, February 25, with State Senators Carolyn Comitta (SD 19) and John Kane (SD 9). ...
Statewide Photo Exhibit Captures Fight Against COVID-19 in Pa
WEST CHESTER (February 16, 2021) – Residents and photographers have just over a month left to submit images to One Lens, a statewide virtual photo exhibit that celebrates the hard work and commitment of all Pennsylvanians as we continue our fight against...
Restaurants and Taverns Can Apply Soon for Pa. COVID Relief Grants of Up to $50,000
WEST CHESTER (February 11, 2021) – Restaurants, taverns, and other businesses in the hospitality industry that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can soon apply for up to $50,000 in state pandemic relief funding. Under Pennsylvania’s COVID-19...
PennDOT to Launch Workforce Development Pilot Program Providing Improved Access, Creating Jobs for Employers
Harrisburg, PA—The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced the start of a Workforce Development Pilot program in partnership with rabbittransit, Chester County Transportation Management Association (TMACC), and Urban Outfitters....
Senator Comitta Responds to Governor’s Budget Address
State Senator Carolyn Comitta released the following statement in response to the governor's 2021-22 budget address: “I support the goals of the governor’s proposal, including important investments in education, local government, COVID-19 response, and job and career...
State Senator Carolyn Comitta Honors Lincoln University President at GWCC Women’s Roundtable
WEST CHESTER, PA (January 27, 2021) – Pennsylvania State Senator Carolyn Comitta honored Dr. Brenda Allen, President of Lincoln University, with a special citation at the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce’s (GWCC) Women’s Roundtable event on Tuesday, January...
Chester County School Districts, Charters to Receive More than $31 Million in Pandemic Relief
WEST CHESTER (January 28, 2021) – School districts and charter schools in Chester County are slated to receive more than $31 million in total federal COVID-19 pandemic support, according to estimated allocations released by the Pennsylvania Department of Education....
Comitta, Fair Districts PA to Hold Virtual Event on Judicial Gerrymandering
State Senator Carolyn Comitta is partnering with Fair Districts PA tomorrow for a special, virtual presentation on a proposal currently moving through the state legislature that would fundamentally change the way we elect appellate judges in Pennsylvania. The special,...
Comitta Named Minority Chair of Senate Environmental Committee
WEST CHESTER (January 15, 2021) – State Senator Carolyn Comitta has been named minority chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, a leadership position that brings new opportunities to continue and expand her long-standing record of service as...
More than $500,000 Approved for East Penn Railroad in Chester, Buck Counties
WEST CHESTER (January 12, 2021) – A project to improve rail freight mobility in Chester County will receive more than $500,000 in state funding, state Senator Carolyn Comitta said. The State Transportation Commission voted today to approve $500,500 in funding for the...
Nonprofit Security Grant Program Now Accepting Applications
WEST CHESTER (January 11, 2021) – 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, state Senator Carolyn Comitta announced. Applications...
Chester County COVID-19 Vaccine Info
From the Chester County Department of Health Chester County, through the Health Department, the hospitals and other healthcare providers, are actively receiving COVID-19 vaccine and administering it as quickly as possible. Vaccines are safe, effective, and a key...
PA Senate Democrats Release Statement on Violent Protest in DC
Harrisburg, PA – January 6, 2021 – The PA Senate Democrats released the following statement on the violent protest today in the nation’s Capitol: The First Amendment is one of our most sacred. It is not political and it is not partisan. The rights to free speech,...
Comitta Sworn in as State Senator
HARRISBURG (January 5, 2021) –State Senator Carolyn Comitta was sworn in today to her first term representing the 19th District. She is the first woman to hold the seat. “I am honored to have earned the trust of the voters. Public service is a sacred responsibility,...