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Davidson announces $625,000 in state grants

(Oct 07, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

“The Capital Region is unique because our community is so closely connected to the natural world,” Davidson said. “From the mountains and rolling hills on the horizon to the green spaces along the Susquehanna, investing in our environment means directly improving our neighborhoods. These grants will help protect that natural beauty while ensuring the Capital Region remains a great place to live, work and raise a family.” Read more

 

‘People over profit margins’: PA House Democrats renew commitment to energy affordability with bill package to protect consumers

(Oct 07, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

HARRISBURG, Oct. 7 — As electric costs and household shutoffs reached historic highs this year, PA House Democrats introduced a bold series of bills in April intended to lower costs for everyday Pennsylvanians, hold big corporations accountable and get more energy out of Pennsylvania’s existing infrastructure. On Wednesday, House members gathered again to urge action on this crisis and renew focus on their Energy Affordability bill package. The bills in the package are: H.B. 1834: Data Centers and Consumers (Matzie) H.B. 2131: Promoting Fairness in PA’s Retail Electricity Market (Boyd) H.B. 1457: Prohibiting Weather Normalization Adjustments (Probst) H.B. 2264: Establishing a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Program (Davidson) H.B. 2380: Reducing utility bills by utilizing grid-scale battery storage (Rivera) H.B. 2223: Lowering Electric Bills by Adopting Advanced Transmission Technologies (Fiedler) H.B. 2224: Saving Taxpayers Money by Limiting Excessive Profits for Utility Monopolies (Fiedler) House Bill 1457, introduced by state Rep. Tarah Probst , D-Monroe/Pike, would save consumers money by prohibiting companies from charging Weather Normalization Adjustments, which charge customers for energy they never use. “We’re talking today about energy affordability, but how can we expect Pennsylvanians to afford their utility bills when they Read more

 

House passes Davidson’s H.B. 2033

(Oct 06, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

“When the commonwealth assumes custody of an individual, we assume responsibility for their health and well-being. Withholding the most fundamental baseline of public health violates that sacred trust,” said state Rep. Nate Davidson, D-Cumberland/Dauphin. “Compassion does not stop at cell doors, nor does it ignore the correctional officers and facility staff who eat meals from these same kitchens every single shift. By making inspections independent and public, we increase transparence, decency and accountability.” Read more

 

House passes Davidson’s legislation to prevent abrupt child care closures

(Oct 05, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

“When a child care provider shuts its doors overnight, the ripple effects tear through entire communities,” said Davidson. “Children lose trusted routines, staff abruptly lose their paychecks, and parents are thrown into a crisis in the middle of an ongoing shortage. This legislation ensures families have a critical window to secure care and gives dedicated workers fair time to transition.” Read more

 

House passes legislation to protect property owners from hidden, compounding municipal fines

(Sep 30, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

"No homeowner should ever be blindsided by hidden, runaway penalties simply because the initial paperwork was unclear," Davidson said. "When our neighbor from Camp Hill came to our district office with this issue, it was clear that current law had a costly blind spot. We took that real-world problem and crafted a common-sense legislative fix so that no other Pennsylvanian has to face an identical nightmare." Read more

 

Grant Memo: Transportation, Agricultural, Community Development and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District

(Sep 23, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Transportation: Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Who May Apply: Municipality, council of governments, business/non-profit, economic development organization, public transportation agency, port or rail/freight entity Use: The MTF provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure a safe and reliable system of transportation exists in Pennsylvania. The program is intended to provide financial assistance in order to improve public transportation assets that enhance communities, pedestrian safety, and transit revitalization. Funds: Project costs must be above $100,000 and no award shall exceed $3,000,000 Application Deadline: October 30, 2026 More information: PennDOT Website Department of Agriculture: Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grant Program Who May Apply: A person operating under a grant of inspection that meets the definition of ''very small establishment'' in 9 CFR 381.65(g)(1)(i) Use: To support the development and expansion of current or future very small meat and poultry processing operations in this Commonwealth by offering reimbursement grants to cover the cost associated with obtaining a grant of inspection from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS), opening a new very small meat and poultry processing operation, expanding the capacity of a Read more

 

Davidson announces more than $4.36 million in state grants

(Sep 16, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

"Investing state resources into local communities has a lasting impact," said Davidson. "Every single dollar we bring back home is a direct investment in the future of our neighborhoods, and I am always thrilled to help deliver tangible, meaningful results that make our community a great place to live, work, start a business, and raise a family." Read more

 

Davidson announces $106,500 in Cultural and Historical Support grants

(Sep 11, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

"While history does not repeat, it often rhymes," Davidson said. "Preserving our past and sharing that history with future generations helps us better understand our communities and make informed decisions about where we go next. These organizations also provide educational opportunities, support local jobs, and contribute to the quality of life that makes the Capital Region a strong place to live, work, and visit." Read more

 

Grant Memo: Community Development, Fire & EMS, Environmental and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District

(Sep 10, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commonwealth Financing Authority: Local Share Account Statewide Who May Apply: Counties, municipalities, municipal authorities, economic development agencies, redevelopment authorities, land banks, or councils of government. Non-profits may partner with an eligible applicant to apply on their behalf. Use: Projects in the public interest. Projects that improve the quality of life of citizens in the community. Eligible projects must be owned and maintained by an eligible applicant or a nonprofit organization. Funds: The PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act provides for the distribution of gaming revenues through the Commonwealth Financing Authority to support projects in the public interest. Grant requests must be at a minimum $25,000 and no more than $1,000,000. Application Deadline: November 30, 2026 More information: DCED Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2026 PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Who May Apply: All existing residential facilities, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are current PACTT Affiliates in good standing and are not on provisional status Use: To advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are PACTT affiliates Read more

 

Summer 2026 Newsletter

(Sep 09, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

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Check Out Our Upcoming Events!

(Sep 02, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

Hello! This fall, my staff and I are offering events in Harrisburg and the surrounding areas for seniors, families, and first responders! Read more

 

Grant memo: Creative Industries, School Safety, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District

(Aug 17, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Pennsylvania Creative Industries (formally Council on the Arts): Spotlight Program Who May Apply: Non-profit organizations with an annual average arts revenue of $10,000 to less than $100,000 and a history of at least two years of consistent arts programming in Pennsylvania Use: To support smaller creative arts organizations that deliver services, products, or programs Funds: Grant awards shall not exceed $5,000 Application Deadline: September 14, 2026 More information: PCI Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: School Safety & Mental Health Grants Who May Apply: School Districts, Intermediate Units, Area Career and Technical Schools, Charter Schools, Regional Charter Schools, and Cyber Charter Schools Use: To provide grants to eligible school entities to support physical security enhancements and/or mental health initiatives Funds: A total of $138,779,000 in state funding is being announced to support this initiative. Funding is based on the formula included in 24 P.S. §13-1314.3-B, which stipulates school districts are to receive a $100,000 base amount for their grant, and an additional amount based on their 2024-25 Adjusted Average Daily Membership (AADM). All other eligible school entities (i.e., intermediate units, area career and technical schools, charter schools, regional charter schools, and cyber charter schools) are to receive $70,000 Read more

 

Main Street, Rail Freight, Workforce Development and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Aug 11, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Community and Economic Development: Main Street Matters (MSM) Who May Apply: Units of local government, redevelopment and/or housing authorities, nonprofits, economic development organizations, housing corporations, community development corporations, business improvement districts, neighborhood improvement districts, downtown improvement districts, and similar organizations incorporated as authorities. Use: A flexible tool for use in community and economic development for a variety of uses including planning activities, façade grant programs, business improvement grant programs, accessible housing programs, and district development grants. Funds: Individual grant awards vary depending on the type of grant. Application Deadline: August 31, 2026 More information: DCED Website Department of Transportation: Rail Freight Grant Program Who May Apply: Railroad company, transportation organization, municipality, municipal authority, or user of rail freight infrastructure Use: Capital maintenance of freight or intermodal rail infrastructure and capital construction of freight or intermodal rail infrastructure Application Deadline: August 28, 2026 More information: PennDOT Website Department of Conservation and Natural Resources: Motorized Trails and Recreation Program (formerly known as the All-Terrain Vehicle and Snowmobile Read more

 

Khan and Colleagues Announce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Pennsylvanians from Misuse of Flock and License Plate Reader Data

(Aug 10, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

HARRISBURG, Aug. 10 — State Reps. Tarik Khan, D-Phila.; Robert Leadbeter, R-Columbia; Jennifer O’Mara, D-Delaware; Napoleon Nelson, D-Montgomery; and Nate Davidson, D-Cumberland/Dauphin, today announced plans to introduce bipartisan legislation establishing statewide privacy and accountability protections for automated license plate reader systems, including Flock Safety cameras.License plate readers are becoming increasingly common across Pennsylvania. While the technology can assist law enforcement in recovering stolen vehicles and solving crimes, its expansion raises important questions about personal information, privacy, and civil liberties. Reports from around the country have documented concerns about misuse, including instances in which individuals with authorized access allegedly used the data to stalk former partners, track acquaintances, or conduct searches for personal reasons. Read more

 

Nonprofit Security, Law Enforcement Regionalization, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Jul 31, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Nonprofit Security Grant Funds Who May Apply: Nonprofit organization based in Pennsylvania that serves primarily individuals, groups, or institutions that are included within a bias motivation category for single hate crime incidents identified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Use: Security enhancements designed to protect the safety and security of the users of a facility including but not limited to safety and security planning, purchase of safety and security equipment, safety and security training, purchase of security-related technology, and specialty-trained canines, among other projects Funds: $10 million is available for projects. Application Deadline: September 10, 2026 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: NCA Member Child Advocacy Centers Who May Apply: Eligibility for these funds is open to all CACs listed in the Appendix Use: Funding to support compliance with NCA standards, to improve the work of the CAC and to apply for or achieve accreditation/reaccreditation, or for equipment necessary to support NCA standards of accrediation Funds: A total of approximately $2.067 million in state Act 28 of 2014 funds is being announced to support this initiative. PCCD expects to fund forty-two (42) non-competitive, one-year grants with budgets allocated accordingly based on level of NCA membership Read more

 

Legislation to encourage small, efficient nuclear plants in Pa. signed into law

(Jul 21, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

HARRISBURG, July 21 – Legislation to promote nuclear development in Pennsylvania was signed into law Monday, announced state Rep. Jose Giral, D-Phila., who sponsored the bill. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed H.B. 2017, which also was sponsored by Reps. Nate Davidson, D-Cumberland/Dauphin, Joe McAndrew, D-Allegheny, and Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Phila. The new law updates the state’s fee structure for operators of nuclear energy sites to reflect how modern small modular reactors and micro-reactors differ from traditional light-water reactors. The change will make building smaller, more efficient nuclear reactors more affordable in the commonwealth. “Pennsylvania has long been a national energy leader,” Giral said. “I am proud that the governor has taken swift action on our bill and signed it into law. The faster we can help the industry streamline here, the faster we see return on our investment. “Up-front capital needed to build new traditional reactors is prohibitively expensive, and this law meets the moment by recognizing small modular reactor development as the next important step in nuclear development and updating our current fee structure to make it more affordable for SMR developers to build here.” According to the lawmakers, traditional light-water nuclear reactors have sprawling footprints with multiple reactors per site. They take extensive time and money to construct and run. Read more

 

Davidson announces $6.25 million in RACP grants

(Jul 16, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

“These redevelopment grants are our tax dollars at work,” Davidson said. “When the commonwealth makes investments in important community projects, our whole region benefits. These projects reflect the Shapiro administration’s commitment to supporting our schools, main streets and one of Central Pennsylvania’s crown jewels, the Broad Street Market.” Read more

 

Grant Memo: Public Interest, Transportation, Community Development and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District

(Jul 14, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County: Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund Who May Apply: Municipalities, authorities, councils of government, non-profits and for-profit businesses in Allegheny County. Use: Economic development projects, infrastructure development projects, job training, community improvement projects, public safety projects, and public interest projects. Funds: Project budgets must be between $150,000 and $500,000. Application Deadline: August 14, 2026 More information: RAAC Website Commonwealth Financing Authority: Local Share Account: Monroe County Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic development agencies, or redevelopment authorities within Monroe County or the five contiguous counties to Monroe (Carbon, Lackawanna, Northampton, Pike, and Wayne). Use: Public interest projects, community improvement projects, economic development projects, or roadway improvement projects. Funds: Funded by gross terminal revenues of certain licensed gaming facilities. Application Deadline: September 30, 2026 More information: DCED Website Commonwealth Financing Authority: Local Share Account: Category 4 Facilities Program (Berks, Cumberland, Westmoreland, and York Counties) Who May Apply: Municipalities, counties, redevelopment authorities, or economic development agencies in a county hosting a Category 4 Read more

 

Bill bolstering nuclear energy development sent to governor

(Jul 13, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

HARRISBURG, July 13 — Nuclear development in Pennsylvania took a significant step forward this week with the final General Assembly passage of legislation which will make the construction of smaller, more efficient nuclear reactors more affordable in Pennsylvania. The bill (H.B. 2017), prime sponsored by state Reps. Jose Giral, D-Phila., Nate Davidson, D-Cumberland/Dauphin, Joe McAndrew, D-Allegheny, and Elizabeth Fiedler, D-Phila, would update the state’s fee structure for operators of nuclear energy sites to reflect how modern small modular reactors and micro reactors differ from traditional light-water reactors. “Pennsylvania has long been a national energy leader,” said Giral. “I am proud to see the General Assembly committed to ensuring our laws respond to and reflect energy technology as it evolves. The up-front capital needed to build new traditional reactors is prohibitively expensive and this bill meets the moment by recognizing SMR development as the next important step in nuclear development and updating our current fee structure to make it more affordable for SMR developers to build here.” According to the lawmakers, traditional light-water nuclear reactors have sprawling footprints with multiple reactors per site. They take extensive time and money to construct and run. In contrast, SMRs require more, smaller sites with fewer reactors per site, which allows them to be Read more

 

SNAP Benefits and Storm Recovery

(Jul 10, 2026) Rep. Nate Davidson

The recent severe storms and widespread power outages have left many families in our community dealing with spoiled food and unexpected financial strain. If your household relies on SNAP benefits and you lost food due to a power outage, flood, or storm damage, you can request replacement SNAP benefits to recover what was lost. Read more

 

Davidson announces $625,000 in state grants
Oct 07, 2026

‘People over profit margins’: PA House Democrats renew commitment to energy affordability with bill package to protect consumers
Oct 07, 2026

House passes Davidson’s H.B. 2033
Oct 06, 2026

House passes Davidson’s legislation to prevent abrupt child care closures
Oct 05, 2026

House passes legislation to protect property owners from hidden, compounding municipal fines
Sep 30, 2026

Grant Memo: Transportation, Agricultural, Community Development and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District
Sep 23, 2026

Davidson announces more than $4.36 million in state grants
Sep 16, 2026

Davidson announces $106,500 in Cultural and Historical Support grants
Sep 11, 2026

Grant Memo: Community Development, Fire & EMS, Environmental and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District
Sep 10, 2026

Summer 2026 Newsletter
Sep 09, 2026

Check Out Our Upcoming Events!
Sep 02, 2026

Grant memo: Creative Industries, School Safety, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District
Aug 17, 2026

Main Street, Rail Freight, Workforce Development and Additional Grant Opportunities
Aug 11, 2026

Khan and Colleagues Announce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Pennsylvanians from Misuse of Flock and License Plate Reader Data
Aug 10, 2026

Nonprofit Security, Law Enforcement Regionalization, Economic Development, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Jul 31, 2026

Legislation to encourage small, efficient nuclear plants in Pa. signed into law
Jul 21, 2026

Davidson announces $6.25 million in RACP grants
Jul 16, 2026

Grant Memo: Public Interest, Transportation, Community Development and Additional Grant Opportunities for your District
Jul 14, 2026

Bill bolstering nuclear energy development sent to governor
Jul 13, 2026

SNAP Benefits and Storm Recovery
Jul 10, 2026