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Senate Committee Advances Bartolotta, Pisciottano Bill to Require AEDs at Utility Worksites

September 29, 2026

Senate Committee Advances Bartolotta, Pisciottano Bill to Require AEDs at Utility Worksites

Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) and Sen. Nick Pisciottano (D-45) to ensure life-saving automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are available where Pennsylvania lineworkers perform some of the most dangerous work was advanced unanimously today by the Senate Labor and Industry Committee. [Read More]

E-news Updates – September 19, 2026

September 19, 2026

E-news Updates – September 19, 2026

In this Update Nearly $8 Million in Grants for 46th Senatorial District Focus on the 46th Washington County Senior Expo This Thursday Public Comments Due Monday on Gov. Shapiro’s Overreaching Regulations Key Measure to Prevent Eminent Domain Abuse Still Awaits House Action Let Students Know It’s Safe2Say Something “See Tracks? Think Train” Week Promotes Rail […] [Read More]

Bartolotta Announces Nearly $8 Million in Grants for 46th Senatorial District

September 15, 2026

Bartolotta Announces Nearly $8 Million in Grants for 46th Senatorial District

Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) announced today nearly $8 million in state grants have been awarded to communities across the 46th Senatorial District through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Local Share Account (LSA) Program. [Read More]

E-news Updates – September 5, 2026

September 5, 2026

E-news Updates – September 5, 2026

In this Update: Shapiro’s Overreach on New State Health Regulations $45,000 Grant to Support Multi-Municipal Planning in Greene County Focus on the 46th Washington County Senior Expo Set for Sept. 24 Historic Settlement with Meta Includes Social Media Protections Help Available Finding a New Job Medicare Questions Answered by PA MEDI Happy Labor Day Shapiro’s […] [Read More]

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Sep 28

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👸 Royalty descended upon the State Capitol Complex for the 3rd Annual Fair Queen Advocacy Day! This special day, hosted by the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs, brings together fair queens from across the Commonwealth to celebrate and advocate for Pennsylvania’s rich agricultural traditions.

I was proud to welcome and recognize several talented young women from the 46th Senatorial District - 👑 West Alexander Fair Queen, Miss Keegan Mankey; 👑 Greene County Fair Queen, Miss Abigail Willis; and 👑 The Washington County Agricultural Fair, Inc. Queen, Miss Grace Hutchin

Each of these queens is an incredible representative of her community - poised, passionate, and deeply committed to agriculture. Though 👑 Jacktown Fair Queen, Miss Kendra Tharp was unable to attend, she was truly missed!

A special THANK YOU to the advisors and to all who continue to support our local Fair Queen programs and the next generation of agricultural ambassadors. Also a special thank you to the PA Fair Queen Program and the PA State Association of County Fairs that both continue to play an integral role in preserving the longstanding fair pageant tradition.

Lastly - THANK YOU, Abigail, for the lovely gift that commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Greene County PA Fair Queen Contest!

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Sep 27

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🍂🍁What a great fall day it was yesterday to kickoff the 38th Annual Cecil Township Fall Festival! Kudos to the Cecil Township Parks & Recreation Board and all the volunteers for their hard work putting this together every year.

The festival runs through today, so make sure to get out and support the over 130 vendors who are there! Lots of great food choices too 😋

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Sep 26

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🇺🇸 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆’𝘀 𝘀𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲.

Here are a few 📸from my Fifth Annual Appreciation Barbecue, held to show my appreciation for the Veterans, Active Duty Members, and families of the 46th Senatorial District. Seeing everyone come out and enjoy themselves means the world to me 🥹

What’s Smokin’ BBQ was back in the pit for us this year, serving up some incredible food. Military Veteran Troy Hellen (Desert Storm), his wife Lori, and their daughter Mackenzie brought their usual warmth and hard work to the job. Thank you!

I also want to recognize the VFW Memorial Park Post 764, who kindly donated cupcakes for everyone to enjoy this year. Gestures like this make the event even sweeter, literally!

Keeping the party going as always was DJ JK, John Koval, who once again voluntarily lent his talents to keep the music going all evening. He brings such professionalism every single year, and it’s clear how much he loves entertaining our Veterans and Active Duty Members. John, you’re a true gem!

Last but certainly not least, a heartfelt thank you to Makenzie on my staff. Her behind-the-scenes work organizing this event is what made the whole evening come together. I’m so grateful for you!

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Sep 23

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I recently had the opportunity to tour the future SENAV Center in downtown Donora with Rev. Sylvester Kaunda of Vena Real Estate and Dr. Kait Brennan of KB Strategies.

Having spent more than three decades living and working in the Mon Valley, I know firsthand how important it is to see new life brought to our main streets. This $3 million adaptive reuse project would transform the former hotel on McKean Avenue into a combination of affordable housing, commercial space and the Mon Valley’s first entrepreneur business center, creating workspace and resources for small-business starters while connecting residents with education and workforce opportunities.

I appreciated the chance to see the building firsthand, hear more about the team’s plans and discuss the Commonwealth funding landscape as this project moves forward. I look forward to continuing the conversation about how we can support continued investment in Donora and the Mon Valley.

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Sep 21

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I recently met with leaders from Jefferson and Morgan townships, Jefferson Borough, and Rices Landing and Clarksville boroughs at the Rices Landing Volunteer Fire Department to discuss the challenges facing their local first responders.

Among many issues, funding remains a major concern, especially as fire and emergency services work to keep up with rising costs while relying heavily on volunteers and community support. These men and women answer the call when their neighbors need them most.

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Sep 20

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🎭👏 What a fun evening at Little Lake Theatre for the second annual Talent at the Lake! I was so excited to join Will Thomeier of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce and Joann Naser of the Washington County Community Foundation as guest judges for this wonderful event.

We saw 19 incredible acts, with young performers showcasing all kinds of talents. It was such a feel-good evening and a great reminder of how important it is to give our kids opportunities to get on stage, try something new and share what they can do in a safe and supportive environment. Congratulations to all of the youngins’ who performed!

And a big thank-you to Patti Knapp, Managing Director, for inviting me to be part of the fun. As an ex-officio member of the Little Lake Theatre Board, I’m so happy to support the work they do to make the arts accessible and welcoming for young performers in our community.

Make sure you see the theatre’s current production of the musical 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵, performing through September 27!

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Sep 18

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🎀✂️ It was great to celebrate with Club Serenity Inc in Charleroi as they cut the ribbon on their new substance use disorder drop-in center!

This new space will expand access to recovery support, peer mentoring and community resources for individuals and families across our region. The $1.5 million investment, supported in part by opioid settlement funding, will help Club Serenity build on decades of service to our community.

I’m grateful to Club Serenity’s staff, volunteers and community partners for creating a welcoming place where people can find support without judgment and take the next step toward recovery.

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Sep 18

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I joined a few of my colleagues from the Senate and House at the Western PA Legislative Reception Business Issues Forum to discuss the key issues facing our communities and businesses as we head into the fall session in Harrisburg.

I appreciate the opportunity to hear questions directly from our region’s business community and discuss how we can continue working to strengthen Pennsylvania’s economy, support job creators and make our Commonwealth more competitive.

Thank you to the evening’s hosts, Manufacturer & Business Association, Washington County Chamber of Commerce and The Pittsburgh Business Exchange, for bringing us together for an important conversation.

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Sep 15

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Thank you to Commissioner Electra Janis for coordinating today's follow-up meeting to keep the conversation going on how Pennsylvania's Mental Health Procedures Act gets implemented.

Building on the discussion we had with Penn Highlands Mon Valley back in June, we widened the focus this time to communication and coordination among the county, hospitals, municipalities and law enforcement. Getting everyone in the same room goes a long way toward making sure there's a shared understanding of the process when it comes to Involuntary Emergency Examination and Treatment (Section 302 of MHPA).

Thanks to everyone who made time to be part of this. Keeping the lines of communication open and continuing to work together matters, especially for situations this difficult, so we can handle them as effectively and responsibly as possible.

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Sep 13

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Here We Go, Steelers, Here We Go!! Super Bowl LXI Champs, you heard it here first!!

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Sep 9

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This evening, PA State Rep. Natalie Mihalek and I had the pleasure of recognizing the Peters Township Police Department for receiving the 2026 NASRO Model Agency Award from the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO).

‼️ The department is 1 of just 11 law enforcement agencies across the United States and Canada to receive this prestigious award for demonstrating excellence in their school resource officer (SRO) programs. To put that into perspective, there are approximately 12,000 law enforcement agencies that provide SROs for schools!

And this award isn't simply based on a nomination. Agencies must meet strict, measurable and documented criteria to qualify. This award was earned.

Thank you to Peters Township Manager Paul Lauer for inviting us to tonight's meeting to honor this outstanding group of officers. Congratulations to the entire Peters Township Police Department on this well-deserved recognition!

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Sep 8

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I was thrilled to present a few proclamations during this evening’s opening ceremonies celebrating the 120th edition of the West Alexander Fair! 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙥𝙨!

Congratulations to John Hunter, Fair Board President, who was named the 2026 Friend of the Fair. As a devoted fair person for 𝘢𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 90 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 - yes, 90 years! - John has contributed countless hours to showcasing the very best of Washington County agriculture. Through his roles as a leader not only within the fair but throughout our entire agricultural community, he has made a profound impact on the lives of many.

In addition, I want to extend a big thank you to outgoing West Alexander Fair Queen Ashlynn Mankey and Princess Kinsey Kraushaar. Ashlynn and Kinsey have served the fair and their community well over the last year. Thank you to Denise Leigh for all of your hard work as coordinator!

Also, a big congratulations to the 2026 West Alexander Fair Queen Keegan Mankey and Princess Morgan Cowden! 👑✨

It was also a pleasure to share the stage with Mary Lea Dutton to recognize the 20th anniversary of 𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝗔𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆, a program my amazing staffer, Eric Cowden, plays an integral role in. The program brings second graders from the McGuffey School District to the fair for agricultural education and hands-on, experiential learning.

Finally, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the entire Fair Board for their hard work and dedication – President John Hunter, Vice President Nelson Ealy and Secretary Barb Reed – as well as the countless volunteers who have collectively made the West Alexander Fair a success.

The fair is open through Saturday. Be sure to stop and visit the 4-H and FFA members, partake in some great fair food, or visit with friends and family!

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Sep 6

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🥩🥳 Speaking of Route 88, I recently stopped by Fredericktown Butcher Shop to help celebrate 50 years of serving up some of the freshest cuts and produce around!

The shop was established in 1976 by the late Albert Giles, lovingly known as “Mr. Albert,” and his wife, Cynthia. Today, their daughter, Cindy Jean Giles, carries on that family tradition as owner. I was honored to present Cindy Jean with a Senate Citation of Congratulations recognizing this incredible milestone. 🎉👏

Of course, I couldn’t stop by without sampling some of the goods! The mouthwatering fried chicken and famous beef sticks were WOW-worthy! 🤤 And they made sure I tried their smoked coffee - and you can guarantee I left with a bag of those beans! ☕️😋

If you’re traveling along Route 88, Fredericktown Butcher Shop is a MUST-STOP in Washington County. If you haven’t been, go! You’ll thank me later.

Congratulations to the entire Giles family on 50 years of serving our community! Here’s to many more!

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Sep 6

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Thank you to everyone who came out yesterday to help the #CameraCrew clean up litter along Route 88 on Greene County Hill in Jefferson Township!

Together, we filled 51 garbage bags, removed two old tires and a toaster oven, and made our community a little cleaner and safer. 💪

A special thank you to Melonie Ochkie for all of her hard work organizing, and to Fredericktown Butcher Shop for the delicious donuts!

Thank you also to Sheriff’s Deputy Dale Campbell and our amazing Greene County Sheriff’s Department for keeping our crew safe as we worked along the roadway. And a big thank you to our PA State Trooper who provided road flares to alert drivers and remind them to slow down for our volunteers.

I’m grateful to everyone who gave their time and energy to make a difference in our community. What a great team!

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Sep 3

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Congratulations to Greene County Solicitor Robert “Gene” Grimm on receiving the 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 from the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania at its 140th Annual Conference and Trade Show!

Today, I was thrilled to present Gene with a Senate Citation of Congratulations in recognition of this well-deserved honor. Thank you, Gene, for your dedicated service to Greene County and its residents!

📸 Pictured L-R is PA State Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa, Greene County Commissioner Betsy McClure, Greene County Solicitor Gene Grimm, GC Commissioner Jared Edgreen, Rep. Bud Cook, and GC Commissioner Blair Zimmerman

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Sep 2

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🇺🇸 Last month, I had the honor of attending a graveside memorial ceremony at Saint Michael’s Cemetery in Canonsburg to remember First Lieutenant Joseph E. Dubinsky, U.S. Army Air Force, pilot of Taloa, a B-24 Liberator assigned to the 866th Bombardment Squadron.

Lieutenant Dubinsky and his crew were shot down on July 28, 1945. For decades, it was believed he died in the crash. Years later, Japanese historian Shigeaki Mori uncovered eyewitness accounts showing that Lieutenant Dubinsky had survived, been captured and taken to a POW camp in Hiroshima. On Aug. 6, 1945, he lost his life as a result of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.

It was especially meaningful to see a piece of Lieutenant Dubinsky’s downed aircraft returned to his family so it could be interred at his gravesite. His nephews were present for the ceremony and shared moving words about their uncle and his service.

Thank you to the VFW Post 191 Honor Guard for the beautiful salute and for helping us properly honor a brave American who made the ultimate sacrifice. May First Lieutenant Joseph E. Dubinsky’s service, sacrifice and memory never be forgotten.

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Aug 30

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Some 📸 from today’s 71st Annual King Coal Parade in Carmichaels 😎 - the #CameraCrew had a blast walking the route with PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity and the Greene County Commissioners!

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Aug 29

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The last week of August traditionally brings the Washington County Farm Bureau (PA) and Greene County Farm Bureau’s Legislative Tour. These are wonderful opportunities for the leadership of each county to highlight important issues facing agriculture, not only in the 46th Senatorial District, but throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the U.S. What I am most thankful for is that this open dialogue is not always just about identifying a problem, but often includes options for solutions.

This year’s conversation revolved around the ever-changing landscape of small, family-owned farms and what it means for them to diversify their businesses, especially if they are looking to bring future generations into the family farm. We must continually focus on reducing government overreach and allowing these farms to remain the economic backbone that we all know they are. There were also updates from the Pennsylvania Game Commission- Southwest Region and its efforts to give farmers a better chance to manage deer herds. The Game Commission’s outreach to the Farm Bureau has been a hallmark of these meetings over the last few years.

I am most grateful for the leadership of both Farm Bureau organizations and especially thankful to the two farms that served as hosts.

In Washington County, Farm Bureau President Lisa Wherry and Legislative Chair Don Carter worked in cooperation with the Washington County Conservation District (WCCD) to host the tour at R&L Farms, located in the rolling hills of East Finley Township. Bobby and Kathy Logue-Ross have a beautiful 250-cow, 330-acre cow-calf operation and have worked very closely with the WCCD to create a wonderful family farm, with Kathy serving as the fourth generation.

In Greene County, Farm Bureau President Harley Gapen and Legislative Chair George Scull gave a great presentation at Crouse Farms, located in Morris Township. Lew and Debbie Crouse manage a beautiful 168-head, 227-acre sheep farm, where they raise lambs for show, meat and wool high up in the hills. This diversified operation speaks to the long and glorious history that sheep farming has in Greene County.

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Aug 26

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I would like to sincerely thank my two summer district interns, Nick Horgan and Allee Hoover! These two outstanding young people have done an incredible job representing my office with professionalism, diligence and a strong work ethic. We are certainly sad to see their internships come to an end, but we are so excited to see where their hard work and dedication take them next!

Nick is currently pursuing his bachelor’s degree in political science and history at Robert Morris University and is expected to graduate next year.

Allee is beginning her sophomore year at Penn State University–Main Campus, where she is studying agricultural and extension education with plans to minor in communications. If Allee looks familiar, that’s because she also served as the 2024 West Alexander Fair Queen!

Thank you both for everything you have done for our office and the people we serve! It has been a pleasure having you on the #CameraCrew. Good luck, Nick and Allee!

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Aug 23

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I appreciated the opportunity to meet with the UPMC Washington Family Medicine Residency Program and speak with residents about the importance of advocacy in healthcare.

For nearly 50 years, this program has trained physicians who serve our region in family medicine, urgent care and emergency medicine. We discussed the challenges facing younger physicians, the impact of legislation and regulations on healthcare, and what we can do to keep Pennsylvania competitive and retain these talented doctors locally.

Thank you to Dr. Monica Speicher and the entire program for the thoughtful conversation and for investing in the next generation of physicians.

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Aug 22

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🚒 🎉 It was an honor to present a Senate Citation of Congratulations to Mount Morris Volunteer Fire Company as they marked 100 years of service to our community during their open house this weekend.

Since 1926, the Mount Morris Community Volunteer Fire Company has served Perry Township and nearby areas, answering calls for fires, accidents, storms, and medical emergencies at all hours.

I was grateful to have my staff member, Eric, there on my behalf to present the citation to Fire Chief Kris Osecky and recognize this incredible milestone.

Our volunteer firefighters often go above and beyond, sometimes risking their own safety to protect their neighbors. They also teach young people, guide new firefighters, promote public safety, and are a vital part of our community.

Thank you to every member, past and present, for your tireless dedication over the past century. Your hard work has earned the respect and gratitude of everyone you serve. Congratulations on 100 years, and here’s to many more!

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Aug 22

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I recently met with Dan McCarthy from Just Harvest, a Southwestern PA group that works to fight hunger and improve access to healthy food. Amy Salmon, a longtime advocate for healthy food access and one of my constituents, also joined us for the conversation.

We talked about making healthy, affordable food more available for families in our communities. We also discussed bipartisan legislation currently being proposed to strengthen security for EBT cards and help protect families from having their benefits stolen.

This is a serious problem. In 2024, the Office of the State Inspector General reported that over $15 million in SNAP benefits were stolen using illegal devices on point-of-sale terminals to steal EBT card information.

I appreciate Dan and Amy sharing their perspectives with me.

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Aug 20

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I recently met with Washington School District leaders and PA State Rep. Tim O'Neal to talk about the challenges our students and educators face, and most importantly, how we can work together on practical solutions.

We talked about school safety and security, the increasing need for mental health resources, transportation issues, and ways to help students connect with workforce and career opportunities.

I was especially glad to see attention given to students who might not go straight to a four-year college but want to work, learn new skills, and build a successful future. Often, they just need the right chance and some support to succeed.

Thank you to Superintendent Alisa King, Assistant to the Superintendent and Curriculum Director BJ Mihelcic, High School Principal Roylin Petties, Junior High Principal Lou Magnotta, K-2 Principal Nicole Bockstoce, and Director of Facility Maintenance Jason Sonson for meeting with us and sharing your honest thoughts.

I would also like to thank Lena Hannah of Intermediate Unit 1 for facilitating the discussion.

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Aug 18

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The Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington (RACW) has been serving our community in many ways since its establishment in 1956, and I was honored to recognize their 70 years of service with a Senate Citation of Congratulations.

Pictured with me are Rob Phillips, Senior Economic Development Director, and Robert Griffin, Executive Director, who accepted the citation on behalf of the RACW.

Rob and Robert also took the time to update me on the important work RACW is doing throughout Washington County and their future goals to support our communities and strengthen economic development.

Thank you both for meeting with me and, most importantly, for your continued dedication to the residents of Washington County. Congratulations to the entire RACW team on this incredible milestone! 🎉

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Meet Camera Bartolotta

Senator Camera Bartolotta, representing Beaver, Greene, and Washington counties since 2014, has authored laws on domestic violence, farming, COVID-19 relief, healthcare funding, water supply protection, ride-sharing, worker safety, and school bus protection. She currently serves on the Senate Republican Leadership team as Majority Caucus Secretary, co-chairs the Gas and Oil Caucus, and co-founded the Criminal Justice Reform Caucus. She is a proud mother of two and has two grandchildren, Florence and Rosella.

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