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In this Update:
Community Highlights
Congratulations to the latest graduating class of the Pit 2 Work program! Our region’s newest skilled union workers now enter the trades to help build our future. Graduates not only learned hands-on skills but also basic accounting, teamwork, and proper nutrition to fuel their workday. Special thanks to CEO Christina Cassotis and everyone at the Pittsburgh International Airport.
Congratulations to Harmony Senior Services on their new facility in Moon Township, Harmony at Diamond Ridge!
The Coraopolis Police Department recently introduced their newest officer to the force. Please give a warm welcome to my new four-legged friend, Officer Icon!
Veterans Day is not until Monday, but we salute those who served every day. I was honored to participate in Collier Township’s Veterans Brunch. Thank you all for your service. Robinson Supports PA Jobs
As Chair of the Senate Labor and Industry Committee, I am proud to support legislation and funding initiatives that drive economic growth in PA. Read a small glimpse of what we have accomplished to support PA workers below. You can read a full list of my legislative accomplishments here on my website. Pennsylvania Election Update
Thank you to every Pennsylvania voter who took the time to go to the polls on Tuesday, and those who submitted mail-in ballots. Newly and re-elected senators will be sworn into office to begin our four-year terms on Jan. 7, 2025. Working together with colleagues on both sides of the aisle, we look forward to continuing to serve and be steadfast in empowering Pennsylvanians by representing our constituents honorably, and ensuring the fundamental rights of our Commonwealth’s citizens remain safely guarded. New Law Makes Workers’ Comp More Efficient
The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation system will be more efficient because of legislation that is now law. Act 126 of 2024 moves more benefit payments from paper checks to direct deposit. Individuals entitled to compensation may request funds be deposited into an account of their choosing. The law also allows insurers to no longer have to offer paper checks as a payment as long as the individual has a bank account that accepts direct deposit. The reforms, which are also more cost-effective, were unanimously recommended by the Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council. Fish and Boat Commission is Accepting Boating Facility Grant Applications
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has two grant opportunities for qualifying organizations to capitalize on the surge in new boating activity. The Boating Facility Grant Program provides grants for planning, acquisition, development, expansion and rehabilitation of public boating facilities on PA waterways. Townships, boroughs and municipal and county governments can learn more and apply online by Nov. 30. The Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) Grant Program will reimburse up to $25,000 for eligible expenses that support R3-related educational programs and increase learning opportunities for anglers and boaters. Learn more and apply online by Dec. 6. Recognizing the Selfless Sacrifice of Veterans
Originally known as Armistice Day, Veterans Day is a time to appreciate the brave men and women who selflessly dedicated their time to preserve our beloved American freedoms. We also think of their families, who lived with the understanding that their loved ones could be in harm’s way and may not make it home. These tremendous sacrifices are truly the ultimate demonstration of patriotism. In observance of Veterans Day, my offices will be closed on Monday, November 11. We look forward to assisting you again on Tuesday, November 12.
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