February 3, 2026
Stefano Pushes Back on Spending Levels in Shapiro’s Budget
Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) released the following statement in response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2026-27 budget address: [Read More]
News Releases
January 21, 2026
Stefano, Rigby Announce $9.9 Million in Funding for Windber Area Authority Cost-Saving Energy Project
Windber Area Authority, serving Cambria and Somerset counties, was awarded a $9.9 million low-interest loan today by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) for energy upgrades to the Ingleside Sewage Treatment Plant in Richmond Township in Cambria County, according to Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) and Rep. Jim Rigby (R-71). [Read More]
January 21, 2026
Metzgar, Stefano Obtain $2.15 Million in State Funding for Somerset County
Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-69) and Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) announced they secured $2.15 million in state funding to assist with six local improvement projects in Somerset County. [Read More]
January 21, 2026
Metzgar, Stefano Land Major Award for Conemaugh Township Municipal Authority
Continuing their mission to help Somerset County residents, Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar’s (R-69) and Sen. Pat Stefano’s (R-32) efforts were successful in securing just over $12.58 million in grant and loan funding from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to assist with Conemaugh Township Municipal Authority’s water quality project. Out of this allocation, $8.8 million is deemed a grant. [Read More]
January 20, 2026
Stefano, Topper Announce Bedford County to Receive More than $3.4 Million in Roadway and Sewer State Grant Funding
HARRISBURG – Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) and House Minority Leader Rep. Jesse Topper (R-78) announced today Bedford County roadway and sewer projects will benefit from more than $3.4 million in state grants. The funding was administered by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA). “Reliable infrastructure is critical. By improving roads, bridges, and essential water and sewer […] [Read More]
January 20, 2026
Stefano Announces Fayette County to Receive More than $2.6 Million in Roadway and Sewer State Grant Funding
Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) announced today Fayette County roadway and sewer projects will benefit from more than $2.6 million in state grants. The funding was administered the Commonwealth Financing Authority. [Read More]
January 15, 2026
Stefano, Rothman and Picozzi to Introduce Bill Offering Flexibility for Property Redevelopment Projects
With Pennsylvania continuing to face a statewide housing crisis, Sens. Pat Stefano (R-32), Greg Rothman (R-34) and Joe Piccozi (R-5) are offering a solution through legislation focusing on property tax abatements for redevelopment projects. [Read More]
December 18, 2025
Stefano, Topper Announce More Than $4.6 Million in State Grant Funding Coming to Bedford County
HARRISBURG – Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) and House Minority Leader Rep. Jesse Topper (R-78) announced today that 17 Bedford County projects will receive more than $4.6 million in Statewide Local Share Account (LSA) and Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP) funding administered by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. “I’m proud to see these state investments directed […] [Read More]
December 18, 2025
Stefano Announces More Than $2 Million in State Grants for Fayette County Improvement Projects
Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) announced today that projects in Fayette County were awarded more than $2 million in state grants from the Statewide Local Share Account (LSA) and Greenways, Trails and Recreation programs. [Read More]
December 18, 2025
Stefano, Metzgar: Somerset County Projects to Receive More Than $2.1 Million in State Funding
Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-69) and Sen. Pat Stefano (R-32) announced more than $2.1 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grant funding was distributed to Somerset County to assist with projects aimed at boosting local infrastructure, public safety and community resources. [Read More]