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House passes Deasy bill to connect veterans with benefits through workplace displays

(Apr 23, 2025)

“It remains a priority for me to ensure our veterans receive the benefits and services they have so honorably earned in service to our country,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “A good way to be sure that happens is to provide it to them at their place of employment. It is an easy ask of employers to simply post a pre-made poster or letter-sized document that is provided to them by the state in a conspicuous place so vets can easily access it.” Read more

 

House passes legislation to provide COLAs to retired public servants

(Apr 09, 2025)

“These are former teachers who taught our kids, PennDOT workers who answered the call to keep roadways safe, human services workers who helped those in need – they’ve served our communities, and they’ve waited too long for a COLA increase,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “They are a small group of individuals who were not included in the new COLA formula, but they are largely in their 80s and 90s. Many can barely afford to pay for food or needed prescriptions and, after all they have done for the commonwealth, it is unconscionable that we would not do right by them and provide this increase so they can pay for necessities like groceries.” Read more

 

Deasy bill for more flexible catering rules for memorial services passes House

(Apr 07, 2025)

“Following the loss of a loved one, many families face emotional and logistical challenges with arranging food and drink at a memorial, oftentimes on short notice,” said Deasy, who serves as the majority chair of the House Liquor Control Committee. “Current law requires businesses to give seven days’ notice to the Liquor Control Board for off-premises catering permits, a timeline that simply doesn’t work for many of these memorial events.” Read more

 

Deasy bill on veterans’ benefits posting approved by House committee

(Mar 25, 2025)

“This bill is a no-brainer,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “The information we want veterans to see is important to them for all sorts of reasons like access to vet programs on health care, mental health treatment, tax benefits, eligibility for benefits under the state and federal government, just to name a few. They’ve earned the right to have access to all of this and we simply want to make sure they see it.” Read more

 

House committee advances Deasy bill for more flexible catering rules for memorial services

(Mar 18, 2025)

“When a loved one passes away, we celebrate and honor their life,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “These celebrations are different for everyone but oftentimes, they are catered events with food and drink. They also may happen within days of the loved one’s passing and timing can be unexpected. Off-premise catering permits allow liquor licenses the flexibility in catering off-site locations.” Read more

 

Deasy COLA bill for retired public employees reported out of House State Government Committee

(Mar 17, 2025)

“The people most affected by this bill have been retired for decades, were not part of the Act 9 increases, and are in their 80s and 90s,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “It is a finite group of individuals who will be affected, and they are most needy based on when they were last employed. We owe it to them to make it right. I’ve spoken to many who are unable to pay for food and medications. That is unacceptable for folks who gave so much to their communities and to our state.” Read more

 

Rep. Deasy Spring 2025 Newsletter

(Mar 11, 2025)

Check out my Spring newsletter! Read more

 

Deasy announces $825,000 in state funding to improve traffic and pedestrian safety

(Feb 24, 2025)

"From safer sidewalks to better transit connections, these projects address longstanding safety concerns,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “I've heard directly from constituents about these needs, and I'm pleased we could secure significant funding to assist our municipalities in creating more walkable and accessible areas that positively affect how residents navigate our communities." Read more

 

Deasy announces over $97,000 for local fire and EMS companies

(Feb 11, 2025)

"Our fire and EMS companies provide life-sustaining support to our communities,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “They are vital to our everyday safety and these grants are just a portion of state dollars coming back to assist them in continuing to serve. I will always fight to bring these dollars home so they can have the equipment, facilities and training they need to be the best.” Read more

 

Deasy applauds nearly $300,000 for community projects in Green Tree

(Jan 29, 2025)

“These projects directly impact the 27th District,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “I’m always looking to bring these state dollars back for our communities and these projects that enhance the quality of life for residents.” Read more

 

Deasy applauds nearly $1M investment in local recreation and conservation projects

(Nov 12, 2024)

"These projects show how important community conservation initiatives are to improving our public spaces, creating more opportunities for outdoor fun, and boosting job development," state Rep. Dan Deasy said. "I am pleased to see the state invest in projects that encourage folks to spend time outdoors and protect the green spaces within our communities.” Read more

 

Deasy announces $4 million in state funding for local projects

(Nov 01, 2024)

“The projects these state dollars will support are large in scope and are part of ongoing efforts in revitalization across the city,” state Rep. Dan Deasy said. “The RACP funding is used to fuel economic growth, create jobs, and boost local economies.” Read more

 

Deasy announces over $986,000 in state funding for Green Tree Borough and Scott Township projects

(Oct 22, 2024)

"These grants are an investment in the future of our communities," said state Rep. Dan Deasy. "From modernizing Green Tree's public swimming pool to improving sidewalks and addressing environmental concerns in Scott Township, this funding will directly benefit residents by enhancing safety, recreation and infrastructure." Read more

 

Register today for my FREE license plate replacement and document shredding event

(Sep 20, 2024)

Plus, a fellowship opportunity at the PA House of Representatives Read more

 

2023-24 PA Grant & Resource Directory

(Sep 18, 2024)

Check out this directory of the popular and helpful state grants and other resources available in our Commonwealth. Read more

 

Ready-to-drink cocktails coming to more places in September

(Aug 30, 2024)

Plus, honoring a Pittsburgh Pirates legend Read more

 

More retirees will soon be eligible for reduced vehicle registration fees

(Aug 23, 2024)

Plus, grant available for community projects Read more

 

Funding for healthy options for local schools and flying with our local military units

(Aug 16, 2024)

Plus, touring PA breweries and distilleries with the House Liquor Control Committee Read more

 

Bringing back state funding for firefighters and discussing liquor legislation

(Aug 09, 2024)

Plus, learn about financial assistance for children of veterans Read more

 

House passes Deasy bill to connect veterans with benefits through workplace displays
Apr 23, 2025

House passes legislation to provide COLAs to retired public servants
Apr 09, 2025

Deasy bill for more flexible catering rules for memorial services passes House
Apr 07, 2025

Deasy bill on veterans’ benefits posting approved by House committee
Mar 25, 2025

House committee advances Deasy bill for more flexible catering rules for memorial services
Mar 18, 2025

Deasy COLA bill for retired public employees reported out of House State Government Committee
Mar 17, 2025

Rep. Deasy Spring 2025 Newsletter
Mar 11, 2025

Deasy announces $825,000 in state funding to improve traffic and pedestrian safety
Feb 24, 2025

Deasy announces over $97,000 for local fire and EMS companies
Feb 11, 2025

Deasy applauds nearly $300,000 for community projects in Green Tree
Jan 29, 2025

Deasy applauds nearly $1M investment in local recreation and conservation projects
Nov 12, 2024

Deasy announces $4 million in state funding for local projects
Nov 01, 2024

Deasy announces over $986,000 in state funding for Green Tree Borough and Scott Township projects
Oct 22, 2024

Register today for my FREE license plate replacement and document shredding event
Sep 20, 2024

2023-24 PA Grant & Resource Directory
Sep 18, 2024

Investing in our local schools and register today for my FREE license plate replacement and document shredding event!
Sep 13, 2024

Ready-to-drink cocktails coming to more places in September
Aug 30, 2024

More retirees will soon be eligible for reduced vehicle registration fees
Aug 23, 2024

Funding for healthy options for local schools and flying with our local military units
Aug 16, 2024

Bringing back state funding for firefighters and discussing liquor legislation
Aug 09, 2024