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Rivera: Nearly $874K secured for Lancaster City, Manheim Township traffic signal improvements

(Dec 30, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

LANCASTER, Dec. 30 – Safer and more efficient traffic flow is coming to the 96th Legislative District thanks to nearly $874,000 in grant funding from PennDOT, state Rep. Nikki Rivera, D-Lancaster, announced today. According to Rivera, the funding -- awarded through the Green Light-Go Program -- will support traffic flow and safety improvements in the city of Lancaster and Manheim Township. The funding includes: • City of Lancaster: $91,476 to study and remove unwarranted traffic-control signals. • City of Lancaster: $732,095 to modernize multiple intersections. • Manheim Township: $50,000 to install LED traffic signal modules at multiple locations. “These critical investments will help motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians get where they’re going more quickly and safely,” Rivera said. “This funding will increase the efficiency and reliability of our traffic signal systems, making travel on our streets safer for everyone. I want to thank PennDOT and our local partners for helping to bring this funding home.” Green Light-Go is a reimbursement-based grant program that requires applicants to provide a 20% local match. Grants may be used for operational improvements, such as installing light-emitting diode technology, retiming traffic signals, developing special-event traffic plans, monitoring signal performance, and upgrading traffic signals to the latest technologies. Read more

Kosierowski celebrates nearly $1.4 million investment in Scranton’s infrastructure

(Dec 30, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

HARRISBURG, Dec. 30 — Today, state Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna announced that the Scranton has been selected for $1,395,860 in funding through the state’s Multimodal Transportation Fund. The city will use the funds to replace the Ash Street Bridge. “The Ash Street Bridge is a key piece of our local infrastructure that is in need of repair,” Kosierowski said. “This targeted investment will restore the bridge, making our motorists and pedestrians safer.” The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grant funding to municipalities, councils of governments, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, and ports and rail freight entities to improve transportation assets and enhance communities. The projects support the safety and accessibility of Pennsylvania’s infrastructure. Applications for the next round of MTF grants will open on Jan. 5 at 8 a.m. and will be due by Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. Grant recipients are expected to be announced in summer 2026. More information about the program and funded projects is available at the PennDOT website . Read more

Ciresi applauds nearly $247K secured for Traffic Management Center in Limerick Township

(Dec 30, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

ROYERSFORD, Dec. 30 – State Rep. Joe Ciresi, D-Montgomery, applauded the $246,559 in grant funding from PennDOT’s Green Light Go program, which will be used to upgrade the Traffic Management Center in Limerick Township. The Traffic Management Center, connected to Ridge Pike, actively monitors, synchronizes and manages traffic signals and cameras along the corridor to improve traffic flow and safety. It serves as a central hub for controlling field devices, providing real-time traffic data. “With the new funding, our area will be better equipped to monitor and improve traffic conditions by optimizing flow and reducing congestion,” Ciresi said. “The funding will help enhance roadway safety and reduce response time to traffic incidents in our area. This is a needed investment in our roadway safety.” Green Light-Go is a reimbursement grant program, and applicants are required to provide a 20% local match. Grants may be used for operational improvements such as LED technology, traffic signal retiming, developing special-event plans and monitoring traffic signals, as well as upgrading traffic signals to the latest technologies. More about the statewide funding is available here: https://www.media.pa.gov/pages/penndot-details.aspx?newsid=897 . Read more

Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, Environmental, Agricultural and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Dec 23, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

Here are the latest grant programs that are open for applications. Read more

Philadelphia House Delegation applauds more than $1.27M investment for transportation projects in the city

(Dec 23, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

HARRISBURG, Dec. 23 – Today, the Philadelphia House Delegation announced that two projects in the city have been awarded $1,275,963 in funding through the state’s Multimodal Transportation Fund.The following projects have received funding:•Center City District: $328,295 to rehabilitate transit shelters in preparation for Philadelphia250.•City of Philadelphia Department of Streets: $947,668 to acquire right-of-way to complete a gap in the Schuylkill River Trail.Delegation chairwoman Rep. Morgan Cephas, D-Phila., said that these investments come at a critical point in time for the city. “These projects are key to preparing Philadelphia for the influx of tourism and visitors in 2026, connecting communities and increasing pedestrian safety,” Cephas said. “Improvements to transit shelters will beautify and secure these areas for residents and guests using SEPTA, while enhancing the Schuylkill River Trail will allow for increased recreation and alternative commuting through our region. We’re thankful to the Shapiro administration for these investments in our city at a crucial time.”The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grant funding to municipalities, councils of governments, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, and ports and rail freight entities to improve transportation assets and enhance communities. The projects support the safety and accessibility of Pennsylvania’s infrastructure. More information about the program and... Read more

Kenyatta announces $1.8 million in state funding to five organizations in North Philadelphia

(Dec 22, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta announced that $1.8 million in state funding was awarded to five organizations in North Philadelphia which provide invaluable services to uplift and empower the community. Read more

Issacson helps local organizations preserve the past and shape the future with $2.1 million in state funding

(Dec 22, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

Reaffirming her commitment to enriching the 175th Legislative District through its many renowned institutions of art, culture and history, state Rep. Mary Isaacson announced that $2.1 million in state funding was awarded to Read more

Pa. House adopts Haddock resolution recognizing Elk Hunt Day

(Dec 22, 2025) Rep. Jim Haddock

“Elk hunting in Pennsylvania is a cornerstone of our state’s cherished hunting traditions,” said Haddock. Read more

Human trafficking recognition training bill heads to Pa. Senate

(Dec 19, 2025) Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus

State House lawmakers have unanimously passed a bill that would require lodging operators to ensure workers undergo training meant to improve recognizing and reporting human trafficking. The vote comes just before the start of 2026, when several major events – including the FIFA World Cup, America250 and the NFL draft – promise to draw “record-breaking numbers of visitors” to the state, noted Zakary Pyzik, senior director of public affairs for the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association. Bill sponsor Rep. Regina Young’s district includes the Philadelphia International Airport, in addition to an adjacent section of Delaware County. “This is bigger than 2026, but the time really is now,” said Young, a Democrat who introduced a similar proposal during the last legislative session as well. Young and Pyzik spoke during a press conference Wednesday along with state Rep. Tarik Khan (D-Philadelphia) and Philadelphia City Councilwoman Nina Amad before the House took up the measure for third and final consideration. It now goes to the Senate, which reconvenes on Jan. 6. Read more