Press Releases
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...
Hundreds of Neighbors, Elected Officials Celebrate Mitzvah Circle’s New Lansdale Facility
Lansdale, Pa. − October 30, 2024 − Mitzvah Circle, a nonprofit helping hundreds of thousands of people meet their basic needs each year, celebrated the grand opening of their new, permanent home in Lansdale today. Fran Held, Executive Director of Mitzvah Circle, said:...
Senator Collett Hosts 6th Annual Family Health Fair in Willow Grove
Hatboro, Pa.− October 29, 2024 − To ensure local families have resources they need to stay safe and healthy this fall, state Senator Maria Collett (D12-Montgomery), a registered nurse, hosted her sixth annual Family Health Fair on Saturday, October 26 at the Willow...
Senator Collett Wants to Make it Easier for Pregnant People & Victims of Domestic Violence to Get a Divorce in PA
Harrisburg, Pa. − October 23, 2024 − To ensure domestic violence survivors and pregnant people have a pathway to divorce, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) plans to introduce legislation to reform Pennsylvania’s antiquated divorce laws, removing “fault-based” provisions and drastically reducing wait times.
Senator Collett Celebrates Nearly $12M in Infrastructure Funding for Schools & Municipalities in the 12th District
Fort Washington, Pa. − October 22, 2024 − Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) has announced $11,837,112 in state grant funding for more than two dozen infrastructure-related projects across the 12th Senatorial District. “Investments in local infrastructure...
PA First Lady, Secretary of Education join Lawmakers in Harrisburg to Celebrate Funding for Period Products in Public Schools and Advocate for Menstrual Equity Act
Harrisburg, PA − October 21, 2024 – Pennsylvania's First Lady Lori Shapiro, Senators, Representatives, Secretary of Education Dr. Mumin, and advocates gathered for a press event to celebrate the $3 million invested through the last state budget to...
Collett Secures $269K to Protect Houses of Worship, Community Organizations
Fort Washington, Pa. — Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) has announced $269,000 in NonProfit Security Grant Program funding for nonprofit organizations to protect the safety and security of their facilities. “With hate-related incidents on the rise, it’s more...
PA Senators Collett & Kane Take Action to Protect Child Actors from Abuse
Harrisburg, Pa. − October 11, 2024 − To prevent known abusers from working with children on Pennsylvania film sets, state Senators Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) and John I. Kane (D-9 Chester/Delaware) are proposing legislation that would require child abuse...
Collett and Ward Bill Enabling Better Service at Long-Term Care Facilities Heads to the Governor’s Desk
HARRISBURG – October 8, 2024 − The Senate today approved a bill introduced by Sens. Judy Ward (R-30) and Maria Collett (D-12) that would enhance the availability and quality of service at long-term care facilities in Pennsylvania, sending it to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s...
Senator Collett Secures $5M for Victims’ Services & Crime Prevention
Fort Washington, Pa. — Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) has announced $5,040,963 in Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) grant funding for Montgomery County agencies and organizations providing victim support services and crime prevention...
Senator Collett Announces $250K to Improve North Penn School District Facilities
Fort Washington, Pa. — Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) is pleased to announce $250,180 in state funding for North Penn School District through the Pennsylvania School Environmental Repair Grant Program. "Every time we invest in safe school infrastructure,...
Sen. Collett Celebrates Funding for Free Menstrual Products in Montgomery County Public Schools
Fort Washington, PA - September 17, 2024 — Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) announced $91,476 in state funding to provide period products in school districts, intermediate units, career and technical centers, and charter schools across her district. “Everyone...
Sen. Collett Supports Local Seniors at Annual Health Fair
Souderton, Pa. − August 21, 2024 − More than 100 seniors joined Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) at Generations on Indian Valley on Friday, August 16 for her annual Senior Health Fair. "It is essential that the resources Pennsylvania’s older adults need to live...
Senator Collett Secures $2 Million for Transportation Infrastructure Projects
Fort Washington, Pa. — Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) announced more than $2 million in Multimodal Transportation Fund grants to restore aging infrastructure and improve traffic safety in her district. “Investing in Pennsylvania roads makes our communities...
Collett & Malagari Host 500 at Souderton Family Fest
Souderton, Pa. − August 5, 2024 − On Saturday, August 3, Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) and Representative Steve Malagari (D-53 Montgomery) hosted their first Family Fest at the Souderton Community Park. “I was excited to team up with Representative Malagari...