“Funding struggles can result in staffing shortages and increased response times, which can make the difference between life and death. This legislation is a simple but important step in increasing funding opportunities for our first responders,” he said. “With this funding, our first responders can increase staffing and upgrade equipment. This option should also be extended to all townships of the second class.” Read more
“As a former court-appointed guardianship attorney, I saw clients who lost their homes as a result of unpaid property taxes,” Pielli said. “Too often, these were individuals with cognitive impairment or those who were otherwise incapacitated and could not pay tax bills without assistance. Read more
“We tell our children not to trust strangers. We tell our children what they should do when a stranger approaches them. But we also tell our children that you CAN trust your teacher. You CAN trust a police officer,” Pielli said. “How can we allow adults who break that sacred trust to then benefit from institutional leniencies they do not deserve? This legislation, as amended, allowing for sentencing enhancements for a perpetrator in a position of authority, is a step in the right direction.” Read more
“Over a decade ago, Pennsylvania launched the Medical Officer and Health Officer Incentive Program to provide additional financial incentives for skilled medical professionals to enlist in the Pennsylvania National Guard,” Pielli said. “In the time since Act 78 of 2014, this program has proven to be a meaningful tool, bringing highly qualified health professionals into our forces. Read more
Hi Folks,We hope this April edition of District Deliberations finds you all doing well. As April rolls in, bringing with it another season of growth and rebirth, we look ahead to sunny days and new possibilities. Yet, even with the advent of a milder season there are always “April Showers” to create some uncertainty. And so, it is in these uncertain times that one can look back on our own history for fresh beginnings and growth, not of a botanical or seasonal type, but of freedom and liberty. Read more
“William and Linda’s unwavering dedication to the democratic process reflects a deep trust in the electoral process and a steadfast belief in the power that every vote carries values that strengthen both our Commonwealth and our nation,” Pielli said. “Now more than ever, elections have real and lasting consequences. That’s why it is so important to follow the Scotts’ example—by showing up, speaking out, and participating in the democratic process. Their legacy reminds us that voting is not just a right, but a responsibility.” Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Environmental Protection: Watershed Planning and Restoration Grant Who May Apply: Incorporated watershed associations, counties or municipalities, county conservation districts, council of governments or other authorized organizations including nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and municipal authorities. Use: Examples of eligible projects include existing WIP revision or updates and design and construction of BMPs, including riparian forest buffers, streambank fencing, agricultural erosion and sediment control and nutrient and manure management practices; animal waste storage systems, animal concentration area/animal heavy use area protection and barnyard runoff controls; design and construction of stormwater control measures; AMD treatment systems and other projects that will reduce nonpoint source pollution in watersheds where streams are impaired. Funds: Funds are provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and authorized through Section 319(h) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Application Deadline: June 20, 2025 More information: DEP Website Department of Environmental Protection: Growing Greener Plus Grant Who May Apply: Counties Use: To update a county’s Act 167 plan. Funds: Funding was included in the Fiscal Year 2024-25 state budget and grants will range from $40,000 to $60,000 depending on the county’s Read more
“Fire companies and emergency services exist to serve and protect all Pennsylvania residents, and they need proper funding to carry out their responsibilities,” Pielli said. “Funding struggles can result in staffing shortages and increased response times. This legislation is a simple but important step in increasing funding opportunities for our first responders,” he said. “With this funding, our first responders can increase staffing and upgrade equipment. This option should also be extended to all townships of the second class.” Read more
“Over a decade ago, Pennsylvania launched the Medical Officer and Health Officer Incentive program to provide additional financial incentives for skilled medical professionals to enlist in the Pennsylvania National Guard,” Pielli said. “In the time since Act 78 of 2014, this program has proven to be a meaningful tool, bringing highly qualified health professionals into our forces. Read more
“When military installations are under exclusive federal jurisdiction, military children who find themselves in trouble are often forced through a federal justice system that does not offer as many rehabilitative options as does our Commonwealth,” Pielli said. “This system lacks appropriate juvenile-focused resources and may result in military-connected juveniles being tried more harshly while their peers off-base may be steered into more appropriate channels. Read more
“As a former court-appointed guardianship attorney, I saw clients who lost their homes as a result of unpaid property taxes,” Pielli said. “Too often, these were individuals with cognitive impairment or those who were otherwise incapacitated and could not pay tax bills without assistance. Tragically, these same individuals sometimes had the financial means but were so impaired that they were unable to keep up with payments. It is simply unfair to leave these people to try and pay these bills alone. My bill helps to prevent overdue tax payments for those who are aging and may be suffering from any number of conditions that hinders their ability to regularly pay bills.” Read more
“Pennsylvania thrives when we innovate,” Pielli said. “Average or below-average production of clean energy is unacceptable. We need to produce more energy using renewable sources. The folks here at West Chester University are doing just that by leading the way in geothermal production.” Read more
On March 28, the Chester County Food Bank informed our office that the USDA has canceled $250,000 of vital food orders for the quarter beginning April 1, 2025. These cancellations include essential items like proteins, eggs, and dairy products. If this trend continues, the Food Bank could face up to $1 million in canceled food orders over the next year, affecting their ability to meet the growing need for food assistance here in our county. Adding to the challenge, the USDA has also recently withdrawn $145,000 in LFPA funding previously allocated for purchasing products from local farmers. Despite these setbacks, the Food Bank remains steadfast in its commitment to serving our community. However, the impact of these changes is profound, and the food bank is calling on our community for support. Today, 10 state legislators representing Chester County signed on to a letter to our U.S. delegation – Senator Dave McCormick, Senator John Fetterman, and Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan – urging them to advocate for the reinstatement and protection of these critical food orders and funding. The response from the community has been overwhelming since our office and other state legislators’ offices first shared the news of these cuts on Friday. Please continue to make your voices heard by contacting our federal representatives and calling for the restoration of these essential programs. I am proud to stand with my House and Senate colleagues across Chester County Read more
We, the undersigned lawyer-legislators of the Pennsylvania state House of Representatives, are appalled though tragically not surprised by President Trump's latest attack on the rule of law. As outlined in the Presidential Memorandum of March 22, 2025, SUBJECT: Preventing Abuses of the Legal System and the Federal Court, the President instructed the Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security to weaponize the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the Rules of Professional Conduct, and any other regulations governing attorney conduct and discipline to silence the zealous advocacy of lawyers and law firms across the nation. We will not allow the Trump Administration’s attempt with this memorandum to chill legal representation that inconveniences its efforts to undermine the Constitution, gut essential programs, attack vulnerable groups and individuals, and otherwise subvert the rule of law to go unchallenged. Read more
Hi Folks,We hope this March edition of District Deliberations finds you all doing well. March, coming in like a lion and going out like a lamb, has come to us once again breaking through the winter blues. To many, March signifies new beginnings as the advent of Spring blooms into our lives. For me, it has always reminded me of family. There are nearly 39 million Americans of Irish Descent of which I proudly count myself. As the grandson of two maternal Irish immigrants from County Kerry, I take great pride in being a member of the PA House Irish American Caucus and want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who made this St. Patrick’s Day a time of pride, reflection, and inclusion. Because on St. Patrick’s Day, everyone is Irish. Read more
“We tell our children not to trust strangers. We tell our children what they should do when a stranger approaches them. But we also tell our children that you CAN trust your teacher. You CAN trust a police officer,” Pielli said. “How can we allow those who break that sacred trust to those they’re supposed to serve, to their community, continue to benefit from institutional leniencies they do not deserve? This legislation, as amended, allowing for sentencing enhancements for a person in a position of authority is a step in the right direction.” Read more
“Since the 1990s, the population of monarch butterflies in North America has declined by 90%. They are now an endangered species. Without insects and pollinators like the monarch butterfly, flowers and crops cannot survive. To ensure human welfare, we must protect them,” Pielli said. “That is why I've reintroduced H.B. 441, a bill which will address the conservation of wild native terrestrial insects by adding language that protects them under Pennsylvania’s Wild Resource Conservation Act, thus upholding our constitutional right to the preservation of natural, scenic, historic and aesthetic values of the environment in Pennsylvania." Read more
“Elon and Trump don’t get it. We are not suckers and losers. This isn’t a business. This isn’t about profit margins. This is about people. True American patriots who were willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for our country, if necessary, who now need our help. As a U.S Army soldier, I swore to support, obey and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic. I made this pledge with my fellow veterans to the republic for which it stands, not to a king. Not to billionaires for their tax breaks and not to Russian dictators. As a PA state representative, I swear and pledge the same," Pielli said. Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Funds Who May Apply: Eligibility for these funds is open to state, county, or municipal forensic crime laboratories to support activities that improve the quality and timeliness of forensic services. Use: To improve the quality and timeliness of forensic services throughout Pennsylvania, with an emphasis on combating opioids and synthetic drugs through laboratory accreditation, the certification of forensic scientists, and the purchase of laboratory equipment. Funds: A total of approximately $785,000 in federal Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvements funds is being announced to support this initiative. PCCD expects to fund four to six grants with budgets not to exceed $185,000 over the 15-month project period. Application Deadline: April 10, 2025 More information: PCCD Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Community and Economic Development: PA SITES Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic development organizations, redevelopment authorities, municipal authorities, industrial development agencies, and for-profit organizations. Use: To develop competitive sites for businesses to relocate or expand within Pennsylvania. Funds: $400 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and approved on a quarterly basis More information: DCED Website Department Read more
“Military families often face challenges that state resources and state courts may be better suited to address, including their mental health. Under our package of bills, installation authorities will be able to enter into a memorandum with state and local officials to define their working relationships and identify the best avenues for addressing juvenile misconduct of military-connected youth.” Read more
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