Pennsylvania’s families need real solutions to the affordability crisis now. Let’s get moving.
Senator Jay Costa
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Proudly serving as the Senator of the 43rd District including parts of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. Leader of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus. Fighting for every Pennsylvanian. SenatorCosta.com
It's National Farmers Market Week! Allegheny County has a wonderful ecosystem of local growers and sellers that help sustain our communities. You can find a list of where to buy local produce here: www.visitpittsburgh.com/restaurants-...
As a part of the 2026-27 PA Budget, teachers, firefighters, and police officers who retired before Act 9 was passed received a long-overdue Cost of Living increase so they can enjoy their retirement with dignity. Learn more about the successes in the budget at PASenate.com/budget
FYI: today’s event is cancelled due to weather. Stay safe!
The Knoxville Block Party is SUNDAY, August 2, rain or shine!
Applications for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program are OPEN! I have been so proud to advocate for this program so that organizations that serve communities at an elevated risk of hate crimes can gather, worship, or create community in safety.
Earlier, I was honored to join my colleagues Senators Nick Miller, Sharif Street, Nick Pisciottano, and Judy Schwank for a policy hearing investigating what can be done to lower the cost of groceries for Pennsylvania's families.
Tune in TOMORROW, July 31, at 9:30 AM to hear from experts about the causes of the ongoing affordability crisis at the grocery store: senatorcosta.com/live/
In response to an increase in vehicle thefts and thefts from vehicles throughout the city in recent years, Pittsburgh Police Zone 3 and City Council District 3 have teamed up with the Hilltop Alliance to host a *FREE* steering wheel lock giveaway event TODAY, July 30!
On Friday, I'm joining my colleague Senator Nick Miller for a policy hearing on lowering consumer grocery costs. Senate Democrats are laser focused on delivering real affordability for PA families, and I look forward to a productive discussion on this critical topic.
Congratulations to my colleagues Nikil Saval and Lindsey Williams for being featured in the City & State 40 in their 40s list for 2026!
Come on out to the FREE Steering Wheel Lock Drive at Venson Park on Thursday, July 30! Enjoy community, light refreshments, and tools for keeping your vehicle safe.
It's far past time to #RaiseTheWage. Senate Democrats will never stop fighting for higher pay for Pennsylvania's workers. Let's go. penncapital-star.com/labor/lawmak...
Lawmakers, workers plan to keep pushing for Pennsylvania to raise the minimum wage • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
State Sen. Christine Tartaglione (D-Philadelphia) rises at the end of every legislative session, telling lawmakers to raise the minimum wage.
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With less than 100 days until the 2026 general election, now is the perfect time to register to vote in PA, or update your registration to your new name, address, or party affiliation. It's safe, secure, and easy to get ready to vote at Vote.PA.gov.
A full week ahead of schedule, Parkway East will reopen to traffic today! I was so honored to join Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Austin Davis, Secretary Mike Carroll, Congressman Chris Deluzio, Mayor Corey O'Connor, and other critical leaders and builders to celebrate this incredible achievement.
President Trump is doubling down on taking away millions of Americans’ right to vote. This is shameful and unconscionable. Voting by mail in PA is a fair, free, safe, and secure way for many voters to make their voices heard. I condemn this wholeheartedly. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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The 2026-27 PA Budget included a big win for farmers whose crops were hurt by the April freeze. This is how we deliver victories that Pennsylvanians can feel. www.wesanews.org/environment-...
Pennsylvania launches $10M grant program to help fruit growers recover from April freeze
The 2026-27 state budget created the Freeze Disaster Assistance Recovery Grant program.
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Funding for four new cadet classes in the 2026-27 Pennsylvania Budget is a big deal for community safety. Senate Democrats are laser-focused on delivering safety we can feel so that everyone can work, rest, and build community without fear. www.wesanews.org/courts-justi...
Pa. State Police gets funding boost for cadet classes in new spending plan
Pennsylvania’s new budget includes $16.2 million to train new state troopers and grow the ranks of the state police.
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Sen. Vincent Hughes seeks innovation dollars for historically underserved communities www.phillytrib.com/news/local_n...
Sen. Vincent Hughes seeks innovation dollars for historically underserved communities
State Sen. Vincent Hughes said Tuesday he wants to ensure new innovation investments funded through the state budget reach historically underserved neighborhoods, including many of the majority-Black ...
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PA DHS and Code for America are partnering on a text messaging pilot program to remind SNAP recipients about their reporting requirements. Starting July 20, 2026, PA DHS will send Semi-Annual Reporting (SAR) and reporting requirements text reminders to SNAP recipients.
Yesterday, I had the profound honor of joining First Lady Lori Shapiro, Secretary Debra Bogen, and Rep. Jess Benham for a tour of Pittsburgh Action Against Rape. This year's budget delivered a $12 million increase to support rape crisis centers —
As a part of the 2026-27 Pennsylvania Budget, our hometown heroes, including retired teachers, firefighters, police officers, and state workers, get a long-overdue cost-of-living adjustment! Learn more at PASenate.com/budget.
Happy Pennsylvania Day, everybody! Today, we celebrate our commonwealth's invaluable contributions to American freedom, culture, and progress. You can learn more about PA's contributions over the past 250 years at pasenate.com/america250pa/
While this budget made incredible investments, Senate Democrats will continue to fight to invest in transit, raise our pitiful minimum wage, and deliver affordability policies that families can feel.
As a part of the 2026-27 PA Budget, we invested in Innovate in PA 2.0 to continue spurring groundbreaking research and development in life sciences, technology, and other key industries. Senate Democrats have been champions of this program to support growth and jobs.
One week ago, I was pleased to join Governor Shapiro as he signed the 2026-27 PA Budget into law! This spending plan continues our trajectory of investing in education, safety, innovation, jobs, families, affordability, and so much more. Read all about it at PASenate.com/budget
Wishing peace and comfort to the loved ones of Tim Murphy today. www.post-gazette.com/news/politic...
Tim Murphy, who represented Western Pa. in Congress for 15 years, dies at 73
Tim Murphy, a former U.S. representative for Pennsylvania's 18th Congressional District, has died. He was 73. Murphy, a Republican who lived in Upper St....
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