Senate approves Pileggi bill to give communities share of pollution fines
State Sen. Dominic Pileggi
HARRISBURG – When a company is fined by the state for violating Pennsylvania’s Clean Air Act, local municipalities would get a share of that money for environmental projects under legislation introduced by Senator Dominic Pileggi (R-9) and approved unanimously today by the Senate.
Under current law, all fines levied under the Clean Air Act go to the state. “That doesn’t...
Pileggi to Introduce Major DNA Law Reforms
State Sen. Dominic Pileggi (R-9)
Individuals arrested for serious crimes would be required to submit DNA samples under a bill introduced by Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9). His bill will also authorize a new type of DNA search, helping law enforcement officials identify suspects in unsolved crimes.
“We need to make the best possible use of the rapidly evolving science of DNA evidence...
Houghton announces bid to unseat Pileggi
Former Democratic State Rep. wants to take on powerful Majority Leader, says he will fight for property tax reform if elected
Former State Rep. Tom Houghton
WEST GROVE – Former State Rep. Tom Houghton says he intends to challenge State Sen. Dominic Pileggi for the 9th District senate seat in 2012. According to Houghton, the Pileggi is not putting constituents first.
“The three biggest issues...
Pileggi backs tougher new arson law pushed by DA Carroll
Sen. Dominic Pileggi
Senator John Rafferty (R-44) and Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9) announced today that they will introduce legislation to significantly strengthen Pennsylvania’s arson laws.
“What happened in Coatesville in 2008 and 2009 was both stunning and horrifying,” said Senator Rafferty. “It is our responsibility to ensure that the justice system is equipped to suitably...
Property Tax/Rent rebate program applications available at Pileggi’s district offices
State Sen. Dominic Pileggi
Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9) announced today that applications for this year’s Property Tax / Rent Rebate Program are now available in his district offices.
“The Property Tax and Rent Rebate program serves a vital need for many seniors and disabled citizens in Delaware and Chester counties,” said Senator Pileggi. “Some residents who may be eligible...
Pileggi: always planned to repay Steelers for Super trip
State Sen. Dominic Pileggi (R-9)
State Sen. Dominic Pileggi (R-9) said through a spokesperson this week that he had always planned to repay the Pittsburgh Steelers for a recent trip to the Super Bowl in Dallas.
Pileggi has come under some criticism over the trip — initially paid for by the Steelers — after it was revealed that another state senator, Joe Scarnati, received a free trip to the game...
Sen. Pileggi plays while PA pays
To the Editor:
State Senator Pileggi accepted a trip to the Super Bowl from the Pittsburgh Steelers organization – airfare and lodging included. It must be nice – as many Pennsylvanians are struggling to find work and to put food on the table.
The Senator’s District encompasses the built-out suburbs of Delaware County (Chester, Marcus Hook, etc…) along with rural Southern...
State house passes pension reform
The State House of Representatives agreed to state Senate changes to a State Employees Pension reform bill — changes that would share the cost of future increases with employees, soften some of the rate spikes in coming years and create an oversight commission on state spending.
Although House Democratic initially leaders balked at coming back for a lame duck session, pressure from Democratic rank...
