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Bartolotta Announces $50,000 Grant for Greene County Senior Center

May 14, 2025

Bartolotta Announces $50,000 Grant for Greene County Senior Center

A state grant of nearly $50,000 has been awarded to the Waynesburg Senior Community Center for significant improvements, according to Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46). [Read More]

E-news Updates – May 10, 2025

May 10, 2025

E-news Updates – May 10, 2025

In this Update: My Bills Affecting Natural Gas Industry Pass Committee Harrisburg Happenings Focus on the 46th PASS Scholarships to Help Students in Failing Schools Receive Senate Support Bill Strengthening PA’s Sexual Offender Registry Approved by Senate Happy Mother’s Day! My Bills Affecting Natural Gas Industry Pass Committee Two bills of my bills impacting the […] [Read More]

Senate Committee Passes Two Bartolotta Bills Affecting Natural Gas Industry

May 7, 2025

Senate Committee Passes Two Bartolotta Bills Affecting Natural Gas Industry

Two bills impacting the natural gas industry that Sen. Camera Bartolotta (R-46) sponsored were passed by the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee today. [Read More]

E-news Updates – May 3, 2025

May 3, 2025

E-news Updates – May 3, 2025

In this Update: Federal ID Requirements Change on May 7: Get REAL ID Now Focus on the 46th Beat Breast Cancer with Early Detection May 4-10 is Small Business Week PA Law Protects Patients from Surprise Medical Bills Applications Open: Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy for At-Risk Youth Federal ID Requirements Change on May 7: Get […] [Read More]

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May 14

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🩰 Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre artists Colin McCaslin and Tommie Lin Kesten held a wonderful performance in the State Capitol Complex yesterday during Arts Advocacy Day! Thank you so much for visiting me and my staff in the office. I am a strong supporter of the arts and sit on the Pittsburgh Ballet Board of Trustees.

The 📸 of the performance is courtesy of the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

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May 13

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⛏👑 The Pennsylvania Bituminous Coal Queen Pageant has been an annual tradition for 69 years in Carmichaels, Greene County, and is hosted by The King Coal Association to cap off the week-long King Coal Show celebration.

The 2024 PA Bituminous Coal Queen is Ava Smith, an honor roll student at Carmichaels Area School District and captain of the varsity cheerleading squad and the cross country team. Ava has a deep personal connection to the coal industry as her great-great-grandfather worked in the Yatesboro Coal Mine in the 1920s, and her father, Jeremy, has devoted over 20 years to coal mining. Congratulations on your achievement, Ava!

Many thanks to pageant directors Lisa Allison and Jean Hockenberry for their continued dedication to running this amazing program. It was also wonderful to meet Ava’s mother, Deana, who accompanied her on the trip! Pictured with me on the Senate floor (L-R) is Lisa Allison, Jean Hockenberry, Ava Smith, and Deana Smith.

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May 12

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🖤💙🖤 I ask that you join me in giving a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our men and women in blue during 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸. Our federal, state and local officers are responsible for the prevention of crime and maintaining public order. This is also a time to honor those who died or were injured in the line of duty.

Here you can find information on fallen officers and how you can support their families: www.odmp.org

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May 12

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Last week I attended the Beagles and Bagels news conference in Harrisburg to rally support for Senator Doug Mastriano’s Senate Bill 381, “The Beagle Bill.” This bipartisan bill offers protections to both dogs and cats designed to defund laboratories supported by taxpayers from conducting painful animal testing and would promote adoption.

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May 11

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💐 Happy Mother's Day to all the strong and wonderful moms that brought us into this world! 🥰

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May 10

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“No matter how you get there, get there.”

On this edition of Focus on the 46th, we are meeting the inspiration behind the successful online movement, Accessible Hunter. Greg Traynor has been an avid hunter and fisherman since childhood but suffered a life changing injury after a freak accident in the late 1990s. Through the support of his wife, Beth, and his rock-solid positive attitude, Greg has continued to enjoy the outdoors and began encouraging others facing similar situations to do the same through his online persona, Accessible Hunter.

I met with Greg and Beth at their 19th Century farmhouse in Greene County last week as he prepared for spring turkey season. Right now, turkey season is open. 🦃

The YouTube link for the full episode is in my bio!

#AccessibleHunter #SpringTurkey #HuntTogether #AdaptiveOutdoors #DisabilityDoesntDefineUs #TurkeySeason #HuntingWithoutLimits

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May 9

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🩺⚕️ It's 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸! This is an opportunity to appreciate and thank these critical members of our healthcare workforce. It was lovely meeting with this group of incredible nurses to discuss state nursing and patient care issues. Thank you for stopping by to meet with me!

📸 Pictured with me L-R is Paula Stellabotte, Randi Goetz, Lindsay McFarland, Jaime Balsamo, Lauren Cantalope, and Robyn Daniels

#NationalNursesWeek

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May 8

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It was an honor to meet and speak with Irvin Gers, a 98-year-old WWII Navy veteran who was a guest of honor on the Senate floor yesterday as we commemorated the 80th anniversary of Victory Day.

Mr. Gers was deployed in the South Pacific (including Okinawa) as a 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗲, a construction battalion that built advanced bases and infrastructure in the war zone. Their motto was, "We Build, We Fight." ⚓

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May 7

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Sheriff's offices from across the Commonwealth visited the State Capitol Complex yesterday to meet with their legislators and discuss key legislative priorities. I was incredibly excited to meet with a few officers from the 46th District, (pictured left to right) Sergeant Marshall Simmons, Greene County; Sheriff Marcus Simms, Greene County; Greene County Commissioner Jared Edgreen; and Sheriff Tony Guy, Beaver County.

Thank you for your service and everything you do to keep our communities safe! 💙

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May 6

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I was honored to speak at this morning's The Arc of Pennsylvania's 2025 Advocacy Day event at the State Capitol. Arc of PA does incredible work through their dedication to promoting and protecting the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

I've been a longtime supporter of our local branches, Arc Human Services in Canonsburg and The Arc of Greene County in Prosperity. They provide vitally important services to some of our most vulnerable neighbors.

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May 6

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It’s yet another session, and we are still trying to get better access to health care for PA patients. We have been pushing this wet rope uphill since 2013. Senate Bill 25 and House Bill 739 would allow nurse practitioners to serve and treat more Pennsylvanians, reach patients in underserved areas and expand access to high-quality health care in urban, rural, and suburban areas of PA. SB25 in 2025 - It’s time.

You can watch the entire Certified Nurse Practitioner Advocacy Day Rally at the PA Capitol on my YouTube page. Link is in the bio!

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May 5

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It was a pleasure having Jessica Treichler and Stevie Hegge from 𝗣𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 stop by my Harrisburg office to discuss my legislation, Senate Bill 405. This bill would require any food item sold in PA that contains a vaccine or vaccine materials to be labeled and classified as a drug.

📖 Senate Bill 405: tinyurl.com/48sztsvy
ℹ PCIC: informedconsentpa.org

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Apr 29

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PA State Rep. Tim O'Neal and I met with Amwell Township officials to discuss a waterline extension project they have been working on in collaboration with the Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Authority. Rep O'Neal and I both commend all of their efforts in finding the necessary funds to complete the project and are both fully supporting them as they continue to navigate the process. This is a good group that's working their tails off for their township.

📸 Pictured with me (L-R) is Representative Tim O’Neal; Dee Frazee Sr., Supervisor; Scott Hartley, Vice Chair; and Wayne Montgomery, Chair

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Apr 26

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MAC.BID is a Pennsylvania based internet-auction company that purchases truckloads of returned and overstock merchandise from many national big-box and online retailers. They have physical locations throughout the Commonwealth, and their business model contributes to the revitalization of large commercial properties much like their location in Washington County's former Macy's store at Washington Crown Center Mall. By occupying previously underutilized or blighted spaces, MAC.BID stimulates community revitalization and provides stable sources of tax revenue for local governments.

MAC.BID serves as a substantial economic driver within PA, maintaining eight locations and employing over 464 individuals within the Commonwealth. Over 330,000 Pennsylvania bidders spent a total of $81,220,413 in 2024 alone. MAC.BID is a PA success story that drives employment and economic growth in the Commonwealth. Their ongoing success will provide substantial benefits to their employees and their families, as well as contribute to the overall economic well-being of the Commonwealth.

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Apr 24

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Last week I visited Southpointe to meet with leaders from MPLX, which was formed by Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) in 2012 to engage in the gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas and natural gas liquids - among many other energy services across the country.

MPLX has invested billions of dollars in a large-scale natural gas gathering system right here in southwestern Pennsylvania, consisting of hundreds of miles of gas lines. These lines feed several processing plants in the region, including the MarkWest Houston and MarkWest Harmon Creek plants in Washington County.

We spent time discussing their current operations and exciting plans for the future. I also got a peek inside their operations center - but I promise I didn’t press any buttons! These lines are truly a major part of the energy backbone that our country relies on, and they’re right beneath our feet.

📸 Pictured with me (L-R) is Amber Benzon, Entresol Strategies; Erin Osting, State Government Affairs at MPC; Mark Chasko, Pipeline Control Center Manager at MPLX; Harold Rinehart, Vice President of Operations for MPLX; Not pictured is Dustin Vincent, Engineering Manager, MPLX - thank you for your expertise!

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Apr 23

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Recently I had a chance to talk with Charleroi Area School District students who were participating in Student Government Day. This event is held annually with the cooperation of the Borough of Charleroi and sponsored by the Charleroi American Legion Post 22.

Supporting your community and being involved in your government is very rewarding and an excellent way to effect positive change where you live, work, and play. The students who participate in this program are our future leaders and for that we are all grateful.

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Apr 22

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Dawn Keezer, Executive Director of the Pittsburgh Film Office, invited me, Senator Devlin Robinson, Senator Wayne Fontana, Rep. Emily Kinkead, and Sam DeMarco from U.S. Senator Dave McCormick’s office for a behind the scenes tour of the hit series ‘Mayor of Kingstown’ which was filming at the closed SCI Pittsburgh facility yesterday. It was an opportunity to see a major film production utilizing local crews in action.

As the founder of the Film Industry Caucus, I am a strong advocate for the PA Film Tax Credit program which has helped attract film productions and infuse more than $767M into the Commonwealth since the beginning of 2023.

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Apr 21

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It is always a pleasure to meet with leadership from Cornerstone Care, who support thousands of our neighbors each year at their multiple locations and mobile units. We used this time to discuss policies and issues impacting both patients and staff.

Pictured (L-R) is Richard Rinehart, CEO; Karen Galentine, Board Member; Stacey Dunbar, Chief Quality Officer; Sarah DeCarlo, Psychiatry and Counseling Department Practice Manager

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Apr 18

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This week I met with my dear friend and Olympic gold medalist, Kurt Angle, and his partner, David Hawk, as well as Sam DeMarco, who works with U.S. Senator Dave McCormick.

Kurt and David are working together on a wonderful initiative to solicit and procure funding and donations for the U.S. Women's Olympic Wrestling Team. I'm excited to be a part of it. #womenswrestling

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Apr 18

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🥳 It was absolutely packed for Cokeburg Borough’s plaque unveiling and open house to show off the municipal building’s newest renovations this week. There was such a big crowd that an anonymous donor hired a valet service! The pride of the residents and Cokeburg officials was palpable.

Built by Lackawanna Steel Company in 1913, the building was originally used as a schoolhouse until the 1940s, when Bethlehem Steel Corporation turned it over to the borough. The building was in desperate need of renovation.

The borough funded what it could, but Cokeburg native Dr. Alexander Lese made a generous donation to the project while my office helped secure a Statewide Local Share Account grant for the bulk of the work. The innovative Washington County CS/FITS Program was also utilized to help with costs. Renovations included new exterior cement, elevator, doors, windows, HVAC, and more.

On display were authentic coal miners’ lunch pails, presented with beautiful flower arrangements by ‘Pretty Petals’-using flowers the miners would have most likely seen along the roads and in the yards as they went to and from the mine. There were also amazing ice sculptures by Mastro Ice Company artist Dan Shaffer (🇺🇸 Retired Marine Veteran), one depicting the Cokeburg Mine 53 building that was closed in 1953.

I presented the Borough Council with a Senate Certificate of Congratulations and a laminated front page article about the renovations from the Observer-Reporter! Pictured with me in front of the building is Holly Detts-Dranzo, Borough Council President. Congratulations 👏🏻

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Apr 17

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I recently had the opportunity to speak with the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Advisory Council, at the request of their Executive Director Mary Harris.

There are many issues facing our seniors and it was my pleasure to provide updates from Harrisburg, review activities from the district, and most importantly field questions from the Council. We focused much of the time on the importance of the Senior Community Centers located throughout the 46th Senatorial District. One of the most critical daily activities at the Centers is the In-Home Delivered Meals program, it is vital that funding for this crucial program is protected.

We also reviewed the Property Tax & Rent Rebate program and property tax relief for those 65 and older. I am thankful for these volunteers and the staff of the SWPA AAA for all of the good work they do every single day.

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Apr 15

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I’m so happy for my dear friend and KDKA-TV staple for over 30 years, Jon Delano, on his retirement. No one can fill his shoes! Best wishes to you, Jon, enjoy every moment of your next chapter!

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Apr 11

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A huge congratulations to Holly April Harris, of Coal Center, for winning the 2024 Judges' Choice in the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation Annual Photo Contest!

Holly's photo, "Beyond the Edge" which depicts a kayaker going over a waterfall in Ohiopyle State Park, will be displayed in the State Capitol Building East Rotunda until April 28. Pictured with Holly (left) at her winning photograph is my Chief of Staff, Katrina (right).

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Apr 10

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📻 Today the United Way of Washington County, PA and WJPA (95.3 FM) in Washington are hosting a radiothon to raise donations for all the wonderful things United Way does for our neighbors! I’m proud to support this amazing organization that steps in where others can’t. They change lives and today you can too by helping support this pillar of our community and donating either:

✅ Online: tinyurl.com/mwekhfhy
✅ Venmo App: @UWWC1
✅ Calling: 724-705-9003 to make a pledge
✅ Mailing a check: United Way of Washington County (Attn: 100 Years), 70 East Beau St., Suite 400, Washington, PA 15301

2025 marks the 100th Anniversary of the United Way of Washington County (UWWC) and I was thrilled to mark this incredible milestone by presenting a Senate Citation of Congratulations to (pictured left to right) Barb Kennedy, Finance & Administration Manager; Ann Hrabik, Executive Director; and Jessica Tennant, Marketing & Fundraising Manager.

I’d venture to guess most of us were unaware UWWC has been around this long! They are ready, willing, and able to do all these wonderful things but they just need the funding. We hope they’re here for another 100 years! 👏🏻

Thank you to Jessica and Bob Gregg, WJPA Radio, for inviting me down to the radio station to record a segment for the radiothon.

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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 welcomed her first grandchild, Florence.

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