Press Releases
Senator Collett Reacts to 2025-26 PA Budget
Harrisburg, Pa. − November 12, 2025 − On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Senate passed SB 160, the FY 2025-2026 budget bill, which now heads to the Governor for his signature– 135 days after the budget deadline. Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus...
Senator Collett & Senate Democrats Announce Plan to Support PA Food Banks Amidst SNAP Cuts
Harrisburg, Pa. − October 31, 2025 − On Tuesday, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus Chair) joined her Senate Democratic Caucus colleagues to announce the Pennsylvania Food Bank and Hunger Relief Grant Program, legislation that will...
Collett’s Bipartisan Nurse Education Bill Advances Through Committee
Harrisburg, Pa. − October 29, 2025 − On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania Senate Institutional Sustainability & Innovation Committee unanimously passed Senate Bill 998, Senator Maria Collett’s (D-12 Montgomery) bipartisan legislation with Senator Rosemary Brown (R-40 Lackawanna) tackling Pennsylvania’s nursing workforce shortage by increasing nurse education capacity at accredited nursing schools in the Commonwealth.
Senator Maria Collett Hosts Service Hub for Local Seniors
Souderton, Pa. − October 22, 2025 − On Friday, October 17, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) hosted her annual Senior Services and Wellness Hub event at Generations of Indian Valley in Souderton, PA. “Making sure Pennsylvanians can live and age with dignity is a...
Senator Collett Votes Against Senate Republicans’ Budget Delay Tactics
Harrisburg, PA – October 21, 2025 –113 days after missing the deadline to pass a budget for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and 70 days after Senate Republicans voted to fund the state at outdated FY 24-25 levels, Senate Republicans continued their deliberate delay...
Senator Collett & Senate Democrats Urge Republican Leadership to Get Back to Work and Pass a Bipartisan Budget
Harrisburg, Pa. − October 15, 2025 − After more than one hundred days of PA Senate Republicans’ deliberate budget delay, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus Chair) joined her Senate Democratic Caucus colleagues to send a letter urging Republican...
Senator Collett Votes Against Senate Republicans’ Band-Aid Loan Bill, Urges Them to Finally Act on Budget
Harrisburg, Pa. − October 8, 2025 − One hundred days after Pennsylvania’s budget deadline, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus Chair) released a statement condemning Senate Republican inaction and explaining why she voted against Senate Bill...
Nurse-Legislator Maria Collett Reacts to Governor Shapiro’s Executive Order on Vaccine Access
Fort Washington, Pa. − October 1, 2025 − Following Governor Shapiro’s new Executive Order to further protect Pennsylvanians’ access to vaccines, Senator Maria Collett, RN (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus Chair) would like to share her comments: ...
PA Senators Collett, Hughes, Pisciottano Urge Feds to Protect Vaccine Access, Introduce Bill to Require Vaccine Insurance Coverage
Harrisburg, PA − September 20, 2025 − Following Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meetings last week, Pennsylvania State Senators Maria Collett (D-Montgomery), Vincent Hughes (D-Philadelphia/Montgomery) and Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny)...
Paid Leave for every Pennsylvanian: Sen. Collett Spotlights the family care act at roundtable discussion
Fort Washington, Pa. − September 19, 2025 − On Wednesday, September 17, Senator Maria Collett (D-Montgomery, Caucus Chair), hosted a roundtable event at the Upper Dublin Public Library to explore what a statewide paid leave program would look like for workers,...
Senator Collett Announces $4.6 Million for Victims’ Services & Crime Prevention
Fort Washington, Pa. – September 12, 2025 −Today, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) announced $4.6 million in Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) grant funding for agencies and organizations serving crime victims in Montgomery County. “As an...
Innovation in Montco: Collett Highlights Tech Protecting Seniors from Fall Injuries
Conshohocken, Pa. − August 28, 2025 − PA Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery), Aging & Youth Co-Chair, visited ActiveProtective’s Conshohocken facility this week to meet with creators of the Tango Belt, a wearable device that uses motion-sensor technology to...
Senator Collett & Rep. Malagari Celebrate Digital Connectivity Grants to Provide 240 Laptops for Local Residents Without Devices
Souderton, Pa. − July 17, 2025 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) and Representative Steve Malagari (D-53 Montgomery) announced new Digital Connectivity Technology Program grant funding awarded by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PDBA) to...
Senator Maria Collett & Representative Malagari Release Joint Statement on ICE Activity in Montgomery County
Fort Washington, Pa. − July 17, 2025 − Following recent ICE activity in Montgomery County, including Hatfield Township, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) and Representative Steve Malagari (D-53 Montgomery) released the following statement: “There can be no...
Senate Democrats Continue to Sound Alarm on Catastrophic Impacts of Trump’s Reconciliation Bill on Healthcare, Hospitals, and Food Access Across Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, PA − June 30, 2025 − On Monday, June 30, members of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus gathered in the East Wing Rotunda to draw attention to the urgency of stopping Trump’s domestic policy bill from becoming law. In its current form, the bill poses an existential threat to Medicaid, SNAP, and rural hospitals across Pennsylvania.
Collett & Malagari Welcome Hundreds to Souderton Family Fest
Souderton, Pa. − June 23, 2025 − On Saturday, June 21, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) and Representative Steve Malagari (D-53 Montgomery) hosted their second annual Family Fest at Souderton Community Park. “I was thrilled to kick off the summer season with...
Sen. Collett & Local Leaders Rally for Public Transit Funding, Urge Senate Republicans to Act
Lansdale, Pa. − June 17, 2025 − PA State Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus Chair) stood with State Representative Steve Malagari (D-53 Montgomery), Lansdale Borough Councilwoman Rachael Bollens, Transit for All PA!’s Connor Descheemaker, and...
Senator Collett Announces $4.5M for Affordable Housing & Homelessness Prevention Projects
Fort Washington, PA. – June 12, 2025 – Senator Maria Collett (D-12, Montgomery) has announced $4.475 million in grant funding for affordable housing projects and services in Montgomery County through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation...
Sen. Collett Provides Hundreds of Seniors With Health & Wellness Resources at 2025 Senior Expo
Montgomeryville, Pa. − May 22, 2025 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) welcomed hundreds of community members to her annual Senior Expo on Friday, May 16 at the Montgomery Township Community and Recreation Center. “Every Pennsylvanian deserves access to the...
Collett, Malagari & Cerrato Secure More than $173k Connecting Seniors to Community Resources
Montgomery County, Pa. − May 16, 2025 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery), Representative Steve Malagari (D-53 Montgomery), and Representative Melissa Cerrato (D-151 Montgomery) announced a $173,685 investment this week that will provide critical...
Pa. Senators Collett & Pisciottano Introduce Worker Protection Legislation with the Pa. PRO Act
Harrisburg, Pa. — Senator Maria Collett (D-12, Montgomery) and Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-45, Allegheny) announced their introduction of the Pennsylvania Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act on Wednesday, May 13, which would strengthen workers' rights and...
Senator Collett Participates in Intergovernmental Roundtable on Federal Threats to Health Insurance
Philadelphia, PA − April 23, 2025 − On Tuesday, April 22nd, Senator Vincent Hughes hosted an intergovernmental roundtable with federal, state, and local lawmakers and healthcare leaders from across Pennsylvania. The goal was to bring a variety of stakeholders together...
Keeping Seniors Safe: Collett Bill Would Establish Elder Abuse Fatality Reviews in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, Pa. − April 14, 2025 − In an effort to promote transparency and add another tool to assist in the prevention of deaths from abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older Pennsylvanians, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus...
Senate Democratic Caucus Rallies for Fair Housing Month, Calls for State Action on Safe, Affordable Homes for All
Harrisburg, PA − April 2, 2025 − Senate Democrats held a press conference on Wednesday to kick off Fair Housing Month, observed nationally every April, and call for state action on Housing. Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa was joined by Democratic...
Collett Bill Would Create Office of Solicitor General, Ensure Effective Legal Representation for Pennsylvanians
Harrisburg, Pa. − March 24, 2025 − To ensure Pennsylvania citizens are defended in court should the Attorney General fail or decline to act, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) plans to introduce legislation to establish the Office of the Solicitor General. During...
Collett, Cerrato, Sanchez Announce $750,000 for Upper Dublin Public Library Renovations
Fort Washington, Pa. − March 13, 2025 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12), Rep. Melissa Cerrato (D-151) and Rep. Ben Sanchez (D-153) announced today that the Pennsylvania Department of Education awarded $750,000 in grant funding for the Upper Dublin Public Library....
Sen. Collett, State Reps Announce $1.3M for Local Infrastructure & Transportation Safety
Lower Gwynedd, Pa. − February 24, 2025 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) announced today that Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) has awarded $1,320,186 in grant funding to improve roadways, support watersheds, and develop recreation in...
Senator Collett Announces $492K for Local Fire Companies & EMS
Fort Washington, Pa. − February 12, 2025 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) announced $492,400 in grant funding for 32 local fire companies and emergency medical services (EMS) departments awarded by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner. “Here in...
Senator Collett Reacts to Governor Shapiro’s 2025-26 Budget Address
Harrisburg, Pa. − February 4, 2025 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery, Democratic Caucus Chair) attended Governor Josh Shapiro’s budget address today and would like to share the following comments: “Every Pennsylvanian deserves the freedom to afford...
PA Senators Collett & Boscola Take Action to Protect Digital Privacy Rights & Combat Corporate Interests
Harrisburg, Pa. — January 30, 2025 — During Data Privacy Week, PA State Senators Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) and Lisa Boscola (D-18 Lehigh/Northampton) have announced plans to reintroduce legislation to protect Pennsylvanians’ privacy...
Four Senate Democratic Lawmakers Unveil Legislative Package to Improve Foster Care and Child Protection Systems
Harrisburg, PA – January 29, 2025 − Members of the Democratic Caucus have introduced a package of bills designed to tackle systemic issues within Pennsylvania’s foster care and child protection systems. The proposed legislation prioritizes the well-being of children,...
Senator Collett Secures $249K To Enhance Local Outdoor Spaces & Watersheds
Fort Washington, Pa. − January 28, 2025 − This afternoon, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) announced $249,600 in Act 13 grant funding for five community projects across the 12th District that will improve local outdoor spaces and watersheds. “Parks, local...
Senator Maria Collett Releases Statement on the Resignation of Pennsylvania Consumer Advocate
Fort Washington, Pa. - January 17, 2025 — Following the resignation of Consumer Advocate Patrick Cicero, Senator Maria Collett released the following statement: “The recent resignation of the state’s Consumer Advocate Patrick Cicero – a dedicated and...
Senator Collett Delivers $250k for Career & Technical Education in Her District
Fort Washington, Pa. — Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) is proud to announce $250,000 in Competitive Equipment Grant funding to benefit students at local career and technical centers (CTCs). “Pennsylvania’s career and technical centers...
Sen. Collett Secures $1.6M to Protect Montco Crime Victims and Promote Crime Prevention
Fort Washington, Pa. − December 11, 2024 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) is proud to announce $1,617,493 in Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency grant funding for Montgomery County agencies and organizations providing critical crime victim...
Closing The Digital Divide: Sen. Collett Celebrates New $312,975 Investment in Tech for Lansdale Community Orgs
Fort Washington, Pa. − November 21, 2024 − The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) awarded grant funding from the Digital Connectivity Technology Program this afternoon which will provide laptops to community organizations to improve education,...
Senator Collett Celebrates $877,000 In Community Revitalization Funding
Fort Washington, Pa. − November 13, 2024 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) has announced $877,000 in grant funding for four projects in the 12th District that will facilitate improvement projects at local parks and outdoor spaces to bolster recreational...
Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus Elects Leadership Team for 2025-26 Legislative Session
HARRISBURG, PA – November 13, 2024 – The Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus today elected its leadership team for the 2025-26 legislative session. The Senate Democratic Caucus also proudly welcomes two new members: Senator Patty Kim representing Senate District 15,...
All Eyes On PA: Sen. Collett Urges Voters To Make Their Voices Heard On Nov. 5
Op-ed by Senator Maria Collett
With just days until Election Day, all eyes are on swing states like Pennsylvania.
Here, every vote is an opportunity to make a difference and fight for your values, both at the presidential level and in hotly contested state legislative races. In 2022, the closest state House race was decided by only 63 votes. Today, the state House is narrowly controlled by Democrats, 102-101, while the Senate is controlled by Republicans, 28-22.
Senator Collett, State Reps Secure $5.5M for Local Development & Public Safety Projects
Fort Washington, Pa. − November 1, 2024 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) has announced $5,500,000 in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant funding for six community projects in her district. “I’m proud to have advocated on behalf of these...