Today, the Pennsylvania House adopted resolutions authored by House Transportation Committee Chairman Ed Neilson and state Rep. Brandon Markosek to help make Pennsylvania roads safer. House Resolution 196, introduced by Neilson, designates April 2025 as “Distracted Driving Awareness Month” in Pennsylvania. During the 2023-2024 legislative session, Neilson was instrumental in the passage of Senate Bill 37, which prohibits driving while using handheld devices in Pennsylvania. House Resolution 95, introduced by Markosek, designates the week of April 21 through 25, 2025 as “National Work Zone Awareness Week” in Pennsylvania. “Spring marks the beginning of construction season, with crews improving 120,000 miles of roads and thousands of bridges across Pennsylvania,” Markosek, D-Allegheny, said. “I introduced this resolution for "National Work Zone Awareness Week" to remind everyone that safe driving saves lives, particularly in work zones. Let's all do our part to slow down to protect the workers who are improving our roads and to ensure everyone, workers and travelers, make it home safely.” Neilson said that more protection for road workers is necessary because since 1970, 90 PennDOT employees have lost their lives while working on roads and highways. “Both of these resolutions will remind drivers to slow down, put down their phones and pay attention to the road, especially when they see the flashing Read more
“We primarily are trying to target bad actors and bad LLCs buying properties and leave, and these small towns are left with these properties that are vacant and dangerous in some capacity,” said state Rep. Brandon Markosek, who represents parts of Allegheny County. Read more
"This REAL ID informational event is a valuable opportunity for our community to get the facts they need about REAL ID requirements with the enforcement date quickly approaching,” said Rep. Markosek. “Through this collaboration with Senator Pisciottano and PennDOT, we’re helping folks understand their options and get their questions answered so that they feel confident in navigating the process.” Read more
"Investing in our local roads is essential for the safety and mobility of our residents," state Rep. Brandon Markosek said. "This funding will allow Wilmerding Borough to make much-needed improvements to these streets, ensuring safer and smoother travel for the community. I’m proud to support this project and will continue advocating for infrastructure improvements throughout our district." Read more
"With so many of our emergency services relying on volunteers, these grants are a vital investment in public safety," state Rep. Brandon Markosek said. "This funding will help our local departments with everything from equipment upgrades to training costs, ensuring they can continue providing the outstanding emergency response our residents count on." Read more
“These investments will make a difference in our communities by improving public spaces, enhancing infrastructure, and supporting economic growth,” state Rep. Brandon Markosek said. “From community center upgrades to park renovations and blight removal, this funding will help ensure our neighborhoods remain vibrant and welcoming. I’m proud to help secure these grants and will continue working to bring resources back to our communities.” Read more
“I am honored to have been chosen to lead a committee whose work impacts people across every ZIP code, regardless of where they live,” said state Rep. Brandon Markosek, D-Allegheny. “Affordable housing, strong infrastructure, and vibrant communities are fundamental to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. I’m excited to collaborate with my colleagues to champion policies that address these priorities and make a real difference for Pennsylvanians.” Read more
“By transitioning to electric school buses, Plum School District is taking an important step toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions while ensuring students have a safe and sustainable way to get to school," state Rep. Brandon Markosek said. "I’m proud to support this funding for local renewable energy initiatives and its positive impact on protecting our environment.” Read more
“These grants represent our commitment to enhancing and protecting our district's natural and recreational spaces,” said state Rep. Brandon Markosek. “From developing a conservation plan for the Youghiogheny River to improving recreational facilities in Pitcairn and supporting Pittsburgh Conservation Corps' workforce development, these projects will benefit our communities, support the local economy, and provide lasting green spaces for future generations.” Read more
"This funding will significantly enhance emergency medical services for our community," said state Rep. Brandon Markosek. "The renovation will improve patient care and the overall hospital infrastructure, ensuring that our local healthcare facility can meet the growing needs of the region." Read more
State Rep. Brandon Markosek's HB 2268 guarantees that children who stutter can access speech therapy without facing financial barriers. Read more
"These grants will enhance the quality of life in our communities," said state Rep. Brandon Markosek, D-Allegheny. "They will support improvements to our parks, repair roads, and ensure that our schools and public spaces are safe and accessible. I am pleased to see investments on projects that are focused on creating a safer, healthier and more vibrant future for our residents.” Read more
"Our volunteer firefighters risk their lives daily and need the necessary equipment to do their jobs safely. I’m proud to have secured this investment for the safety of our firefighters and the East McKeesport and Wall Borough communities," said state Rep. Brandon Markosek. Read more
“Years of delay have prevented the full implementation of many interstate licensure compacts, leaving professionals and patients without the benefits these agreements offer,” state Rep. Brandon Markosek said. “Interstate compacts provide much-needed flexibility for licensed professionals, enabling them to more easily work where they are needed most. This makes Pennsylvania a more attractive place for professionals in vital fields, like nurses and other health professionals, who are in high demand.” Read more
“Having grown up with a stutter, I know how important speech therapy can be, not only in improving speech but also in boosting confidence,” state Rep. Brandon Markosek said. “I understand firsthand the challenges and stigma that come with stuttering and that giving children access to necessary speech therapy early on will help them develop communication skills important to their academic and social development. This legislation is about making sure that no child in Pennsylvania has to face the additional hurdle of affordability when it comes to getting the support they need to thrive.” Read more
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“The good news is that we know treatment can work – Michael and I are living proof that childhood stuttering doesn’t have to stand in the way of a successful future,” said state Rep. Markosek, D-Allegheny. “But timing is important; because treating stuttering is easier and more successful when kids are younger, it’s critically important that parents and caregivers have the coverage needed to get their children started at an early age. Read more
"I am thrilled to see this significant investment in improving traffic infrastructure in Monroeville," said Markosek. "The Green Light-Go grants will allow for the implementation of state-of-the-art technologies, making our roadways safer and more efficient for all residents and commuters." Read more
Markosek's H.B. 2268 aims to address the challenges faced by families in obtaining necessary treatment for their children, ensuring that no child is left without the support they need to manage speech disorders. Read more
“As someone who stutters, I still use the tools that I learned through speech therapy when I was a child, but many families aren’t aware that speech therapy is an option,” Markosek said. “This legislation would put speech therapy in reach for those children, which would help give them the confidence they need to use their voice inside the classroom and in their everyday lives.” Read more
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