CORAOPOLIS Aug. 20 – As parents of students with special needs look to their schools for help with the unprecedented school year that lays ahead, state Rep. Anita Kulik, D-Allegheny, today announced that $102,053 in COVID-19 relief funding has been awarded to local schools to assist students with special needs. “Our special needs students are especially vulnerable to the COVID-19-prompted changes our school leaders had to put into effect this year,” Kulik said. “This money will help to make sure they continue to have access to the services and support that is critical for them to have a successful year. I am confident that our educators, with the help of this money, can give their students and their families the instruction they need during the challenges ahead.” Grants awarded to school districts with schools in the 45th Legislative District are: Carlynton School District: $16,576. Chartiers Valley School District: $23,850. Cornell School District: $10,852. Montour School District: $19,217. Sto-Rox School District: $21,122. Avonworth School District: $$5,434. Propel Charter Schools - Montour: $5,000. The Special Education COVID-19 Impact Mitigation Grant will provide $15 million statewide in financial support to local education agencies to: Provide enhanced real-time instruction to bolster remote services and supports for students with complex needs. Provide services and supports to students with disabilities Read more
HARRISBURG, Aug. 17 – State Rep. Anita Kulik, D-Allegheny, announced the awarding of $1.23 million in grants to area municipalities for improvements and repairs to water and sewer systems. “Deteriorating systems can cause problems for residents, from flooding and service interruptions to health dangers. These investments are essential for ensuring the infrastructure supporting our water and sewer systems is functioning properly for the benefit of area residents,” Kulik said. The grants awards are: Scott Township -- $338,613 H20 PA grant. The township will use the funds for its North Wren storm sewer improvement project, which will replace existing undersized lines to increase overall system capacity to reduce local flooding and system backups. Kennedy Township -- $237,891 PA Small Water and Sewer grant. Kennedy Township will replace a 48-inch deteriorated culvert along Clever Road, eliminating the flooding and ponding of water upstream from the culvert and properly carrying it to the Moon Run stream. Carnegie Borough -- $375,000 PA Small Water and Sewer grant. Carnegie will rehab its sanitary sewer system to eliminate unwanted inflow and infiltration from the system, using a CCTV inspection to determine the main locations of need. Emsworth Borough -- $140,000 PA Small Water and Sewer grant. Emsworth will eliminate sewage discharge to state waters, replacing 646 linear feet of Read more
HARRISBURG, July 27 -- Citing the distressing impacts COVID-19 is having on Pennsylvania’s restaurant industry and a recent Yelp survey showing more than half of restaurants could close permanently due to the virus’ impact, Democrats in Harrisburg have crafted a legislative package aimed at providing relief to community business owners and the workers that cook and serve our food. The package includes nine bills that would provide grants to local restaurants, bars and clubs, reduce and eliminate specific licensing fees, extend discounts to licensees and protect businesses by guaranteeing their insurance pays out in future emergencies. These efforts will provide direct relief to an industry of Pennsylvania businesses the virus has hit hard, House Democratic leaders said. Restrictions put in place have been necessary in the state’s response to COVID-19. The leaders said they recognize the hardship the virus has continued to place on the restaurant industry. Restaurants have served as the backdrop of many life occasions and special moments and they need support more now than ever. The House Democratic package includes: Earmarking CARES grant funding from the federal government to be directed to small, community restaurants instead of national chains to ensure those dollars are invested back into the region. ( Rep. Joe Ciresi, Montgomery County & Rep. Tina Davis, Bucks County ) Earmarking CARES grant Read more
Harrisburg, PA – With the additional $600 federal unemployment benefit about to end, the Departments of Labor & Industry (L&I) and Human Services (DHS) are reminding Pennsylvanians that other state programs are available. The Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) , which funds the extra $600 in unemployment compensation each week, ends July 25 unless extended by the federal government. “L&I has helped get more than $13.8 billion from the FPUC program into the pockets of Pennsylvanians out of work because of COVID-19,” said L&I Secretary Jerry Oleksiak. “This extra $600 per week has been a lifeline for many people and the department has encouraged Congress to extend it. However, if the federal program does end, there are important state services available to help people.” DHS’ programs are designed to help eligible Pennsylvanians who have lost income or employment meet essential needs until they are able to start work again. Public assistance programs help ensure that individuals and families can access health care, have enough food to eat, and can pay utilities – things everyone needs to stay healthy and safe and succeed in the workforce. “The additional unemployment funds have been a lifeline that, in many cases, may be keeping people financially stable and able to meet essential needs despite losing employment,” said DHS Secretary Teresa Miller. “Without Read more
If you have exhausted your regular unemployment compensation and federal Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC), you may now qualify for 13 additional weeks of payments through the state’s Unemployment Compensation Extended Benefits program. Read more
Small business owners: The Statewide Small Business Assistance Program is now accepting applications. Read more
Great news! LifeSpan Chartiers Senior Center was awarded $64,346 in funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Aging’s 2019-20 Senior Community Center grant program. Read more
HARRISBURG, June 24 – State Rep. Anita Kulik, D-Allegheny, today announced the disbursement of $64,346 to the LifeSpan Chartiers Senior Resource Center. The funding was awarded through the Pennsylvania Department of Aging’s 2019-20 Senior Community Center grant program. Kulik said the grants help senior centers fund projects based on their applications, such as updating and modernizing facilities, providing new health and entertainment programs, upgrading technology, and enhancing marketing opportunities. “Senior centers play a large role in ensuring our senior community has the resources and housing needed to live comfortably following retirement or in the later years of life,” Kulik said. “This funding will help LifeSpan Chartiers – already a stellar senior center in our community – provide the resources our seniors want and need, which makes it all the more rewarding to announce this funding.” There are more than 500 senior community centers throughout Pennsylvania that provide a variety of offerings, such as nutritious meals, educational opportunities, transportation services, financial and insurance counseling and exercise programs. Proceeds from the Pennsylvania Lottery help to fund these programs every year. For more information on senior community centers and other services and programs offered by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, visit aging.pa.gov . Read more
Beginning June 22, my District Offices will be open for walk-ins. Read more
The Carnegie Borough Police Department was awarded $10,420 from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency for the implementation of the department’s body worn camera program. Read more
Allegheny County transitions to green phase of reopening Read more
Residents – the annual Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program is available in Allegheny County! Eligible individuals may receive one set of checks worth $24 to be spent at participating farmers markets. Read more
HARRISBURG, April 28 – Following up on the state’s recent decision to slowly rekindle parts of its economy, state Rep. Anita Kulik, D-Allegheny, said she wants to ensure small retail businesses are receiving the same consideration as larger retail corporations that have remained open throughout the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, they’re a staple of our character and a driving force behind the forward progression of the Commonwealth,” Kulik said. “The COVID-19 pandemic forced a lot of these small businesses to close their doors. Meanwhile, larger corporations found ways to flourish despite the drastic – yet necessary – measures we all were forced to take. My bill seeks to ensure small retail businesses have a fighting chance to get back on their feet.” Kulik’s legislation looks to help small businesses secure the “essential business” title that many larger corporations were able to secure at the beginning of the COVID-19 health crisis. Specifically, the bill would only apply to retail businesses with 10 or fewer employees. The business would be allowed to operate on a limited basis during the health crisis, allowing only shopping online and through phone ordering. Kulik said the orders would then be picked up curbside or delivered to a customer’s home by the business, mail or other service. No customers would Read more
Due to the continued spread of COVID-19, Gov. Tom Wolf has extended the “Stay at Home” orders through April 30. Allegheny County is among the 33 counties under a stay-at-home order. It’s the state’s hope that doing so will help slow the spread of the virus and save lives. Read more
In Pennsylvania, everyone counts and April 1 is National Census Day! Read more
Our daily lives have drastically changed. In today's world we are used to being on the go most of our waking hours; between work, running errands or running the kids to activities, we are not used to just being at home. Read more
HARRISBURG, March 24 – Hoping to relieve the economic strain placed on all non-life sustaining businesses forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Anita Kulik, D-Allegheny, has introduced legislation that would extend the date by which businesses would have to remit sales tax. “We’re in a situation that has called for unfortunate yet necessary measures to help curb the spread of COVID-19,” Kulik said. “Businesses have taken a hit as a result and are forced to deal with a sudden loss of income. This legislation would help them retain a source of income they’d otherwise miss out on due to COVID-19.” Kulik said the legislation would give businesses an extra 45 days to remit their sales taxes to the state Department of Revenue, ensuring they have time to remit their sales tax while still requiring their payments during the current fiscal year. This legislation is expected to be considered by House members in the near future. Read more
Friends and neighbors,Out of an abundance of caution, I want you to know that my district office will be closed to walk-ins until further notice. This is a measure that will help keep all of us safe and healthy.That said, my staff will still be in the office. If necessary, appointments can be made by calling 412-264-4260. Otherwise, residents are encouraged to call in and we will help with any needed services. Read more
The state Department of Health has continued to provide regular updates, along with information on prevention and preparation. Read more
Rep. Kulik is urging all sportsmen in the district to make their voices heard regarding a proposal on the official start of rifle deer season in Pennsylvania. Read more
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