Senator Jay Costa
@senatorcosta.com
Proudly serving as the Senator of the 43rd District including parts of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. Leader of the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus. Fighting for every Pennsylvanian. SenatorCosta.com
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Senator Jay Costa
@senatorcosta.com
· Nov 12
Pennsylvania Senate Democrats have long fought for a budget that makes life more affordable for every Pennsylvanian, and I am pleased that we have adopted a budget that delivers on this critical priority. You can read my full statement and see my floor remarks on my website:
I am so proud to announce that nearly $2 million are coming to the 43rd district in PCCD funding! Learn more here: senatorcosta.com/senate-democ...
December 12, 2025 at 4:51 PM
I am so proud to announce that nearly $2 million are coming to the 43rd district in PCCD funding! Learn more here: senatorcosta.com/senate-democ...
Pennie open enrollment is live! Make sure you shop your options, update your information, and most importantly, stay covered.
December 10, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Pennie open enrollment is live! Make sure you shop your options, update your information, and most importantly, stay covered.
Wishing a happy and healthy retirement to our dear friend, Tim Moore. Tim has been an exceptional Senate staffer for 30 years. During his time, he served countless Pennsylvanians with joy and a smile. We’ll miss Tim dearly and wish him and his family well on this next chapter.
December 9, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Wishing a happy and healthy retirement to our dear friend, Tim Moore. Tim has been an exceptional Senate staffer for 30 years. During his time, he served countless Pennsylvanians with joy and a smile. We’ll miss Tim dearly and wish him and his family well on this next chapter.
I am delighted to celebrate the investment of nearly $1 million into Manufacturing Training Programs from the Department of Labor and Industry benefitting the 43rd district!
December 9, 2025 at 4:51 PM
I am delighted to celebrate the investment of nearly $1 million into Manufacturing Training Programs from the Department of Labor and Industry benefitting the 43rd district!
Happy Birthday, Senator Cappelletti!
December 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Happy Birthday, Senator Cappelletti!
It's Christmastime in the Capitol! Today we paused for the Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, illuminating over 2,400 lights on a 25-foot Douglas Fir decorated with 1,700 ornaments handmade by Pre-K for PA children and older Pennsylvanians.
December 9, 2025 at 8:38 AM
It's Christmastime in the Capitol! Today we paused for the Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, illuminating over 2,400 lights on a 25-foot Douglas Fir decorated with 1,700 ornaments handmade by Pre-K for PA children and older Pennsylvanians.
The Senate is in session TODAY, December 8, at 3 PM! You can follow along live from wherever you are at PASenate.com
December 8, 2025 at 4:51 PM
The Senate is in session TODAY, December 8, at 3 PM! You can follow along live from wherever you are at PASenate.com
Great to see Senator Lindsey Williams, Congressman Chris DeLuzio, and IUOE Local 66’s Jesse DiRenna tonight — thank you always for having me!
December 7, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Great to see Senator Lindsey Williams, Congressman Chris DeLuzio, and IUOE Local 66’s Jesse DiRenna tonight — thank you always for having me!
Have you checked out the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Calculator yet? This brand-new program puts money right back in the pockets of thousands of PA families. See how much you could qualify for here: www.pa.gov/agencies/rev...
December 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Have you checked out the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit Calculator yet? This brand-new program puts money right back in the pockets of thousands of PA families. See how much you could qualify for here: www.pa.gov/agencies/rev...
Earlier this week, I joined Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Senator Lindsey Williams, and Rep. McAndrew to celebrate a NEW $25 million investment in childcare in this year's budget. Senate Democrats fought hard and won big for PA's working families this year.
December 5, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Earlier this week, I joined Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Senator Lindsey Williams, and Rep. McAndrew to celebrate a NEW $25 million investment in childcare in this year's budget. Senate Democrats fought hard and won big for PA's working families this year.
For coverage that starts on Jan 1, 2026, make sure you're enrolled in Pennie by December 15! You can learn more about changes and updates right on Pennie's website here: pennie.com/whatsnew/
December 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
For coverage that starts on Jan 1, 2026, make sure you're enrolled in Pennie by December 15! You can learn more about changes and updates right on Pennie's website here: pennie.com/whatsnew/
You deserve to be warm and cozy this winter. If you or someone you know needs help keeping the heat and electricity on this year, you may qualify for support through the Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program! These dollars are grants, not loans. Call my office to learn more!
December 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
You deserve to be warm and cozy this winter. If you or someone you know needs help keeping the heat and electricity on this year, you may qualify for support through the Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program! These dollars are grants, not loans. Call my office to learn more!
LIHEAP applications are open! If you need support keeping the heat on this winter, you may qualify for grants ranging from $200 to $1,000 based on household size, income, and fuel type. And these are grants, not loans, so you will not owe money back!
December 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM
LIHEAP applications are open! If you need support keeping the heat on this winter, you may qualify for grants ranging from $200 to $1,000 based on household size, income, and fuel type. And these are grants, not loans, so you will not owe money back!
It's National Influenza Vaccination Week! Getting your flu shot is a great way to protect yourself and your loved ones from this year's flu virus. It's not too late to schedule yours, so #GetVaccinated to help #FightFlu
December 3, 2025 at 1:01 PM
It's National Influenza Vaccination Week! Getting your flu shot is a great way to protect yourself and your loved ones from this year's flu virus. It's not too late to schedule yours, so #GetVaccinated to help #FightFlu
Big things are happening in Pittsburgh! I was so delighted to join fellow leaders to break ground on the $740M Esplanade development and continue the incredible work of revitalizing our city. Learn more here: www.wesa.fm/development-...
December 2, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Big things are happening in Pittsburgh! I was so delighted to join fellow leaders to break ground on the $740M Esplanade development and continue the incredible work of revitalizing our city. Learn more here: www.wesa.fm/development-...
What an honor to attend the ribbon cutting of Kelly Primary School in Wilkinsburg! In this year's budget, we secured enormous wins for public education so that our students, educators, and communities can thrive. This school is such a treasure, and I know it will continue to serve our families well.
December 2, 2025 at 4:51 PM
What an honor to attend the ribbon cutting of Kelly Primary School in Wilkinsburg! In this year's budget, we secured enormous wins for public education so that our students, educators, and communities can thrive. This school is such a treasure, and I know it will continue to serve our families well.
Today is #GivingTuesday! Pittsburgh is home to incredible charities and nonprofits that need support to continue serving our communities. Which nonprofits will you be supporting today?
December 2, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday! Pittsburgh is home to incredible charities and nonprofits that need support to continue serving our communities. Which nonprofits will you be supporting today?
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They're calling for some nasty weather in the coming days. If you are able to lend a hand and help a neighbor in need remove snow from their property, you can sign up to be a Snow Angel with the City of Pittsburgh: survey123.arcgis.com/share/72575a...
December 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM
They're calling for some nasty weather in the coming days. If you are able to lend a hand and help a neighbor in need remove snow from their property, you can sign up to be a Snow Angel with the City of Pittsburgh: survey123.arcgis.com/share/72575a...
Reposted by Senator Jay Costa
The 2025-26 Pennsylvania budget was an enormous victory for our babies, toddlers, students, and teachers. I was so proud to join Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Sen. Williams, and Rep. McAndrew to discuss how we fought hard and won big for Pennsylvania's families.
December 1, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The 2025-26 Pennsylvania budget was an enormous victory for our babies, toddlers, students, and teachers. I was so proud to join Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Sen. Williams, and Rep. McAndrew to discuss how we fought hard and won big for Pennsylvania's families.
We’ve delivered meaningful child care and dependent care support not just once, but two years in a row — and this year, we’re building on that progress with a new state-level Earned Income Tax Credit that will help nearly a million Pennsylvanians save more than $193 million.
December 2, 2025 at 1:31 PM
We’ve delivered meaningful child care and dependent care support not just once, but two years in a row — and this year, we’re building on that progress with a new state-level Earned Income Tax Credit that will help nearly a million Pennsylvanians save more than $193 million.
Apply for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program! The budget allocated $10 million to this program to protect 501(c)(3)s who serve communities within a bias motivation category for single bias hate crime incidents identified by the FBI 2017 Hate Crime Statistics publication.
December 2, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Apply for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program! The budget allocated $10 million to this program to protect 501(c)(3)s who serve communities within a bias motivation category for single bias hate crime incidents identified by the FBI 2017 Hate Crime Statistics publication.
I am so honored that Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Sen. Lindsey Williams, and Rep. McAndrew came to Verona to celebrate an ENORMOUS victory for childcare in the 2025-26 budget: An additional $25 Million for recruiting and retaining childcare workers! Learn more at PASenate.com/budget
December 2, 2025 at 8:38 AM
I am so honored that Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Sen. Lindsey Williams, and Rep. McAndrew came to Verona to celebrate an ENORMOUS victory for childcare in the 2025-26 budget: An additional $25 Million for recruiting and retaining childcare workers! Learn more at PASenate.com/budget
The 2025-26 Pennsylvania budget was an enormous victory for our babies, toddlers, students, and teachers. I was so proud to join Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Sen. Williams, and Rep. McAndrew to discuss how we fought hard and won big for Pennsylvania's families.
December 1, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The 2025-26 Pennsylvania budget was an enormous victory for our babies, toddlers, students, and teachers. I was so proud to join Governor Shapiro, Lt. Governor Davis, Sen. Williams, and Rep. McAndrew to discuss how we fought hard and won big for Pennsylvania's families.
Pennie open enrollment is here, and you and your family are worth protecting. To make sure you have healthcare coverage that begins on January 1, 2026, make sure you're enrolled by December 15. You can rewatch our webinar with Devon Trolley here: pasenate.com/pennie/
December 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Pennie open enrollment is here, and you and your family are worth protecting. To make sure you have healthcare coverage that begins on January 1, 2026, make sure you're enrolled by December 15. You can rewatch our webinar with Devon Trolley here: pasenate.com/pennie/
They're calling for some nasty weather in the coming days. If you are able to lend a hand and help a neighbor in need remove snow from their property, you can sign up to be a Snow Angel with the City of Pittsburgh: survey123.arcgis.com/share/72575a...
December 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM
They're calling for some nasty weather in the coming days. If you are able to lend a hand and help a neighbor in need remove snow from their property, you can sign up to be a Snow Angel with the City of Pittsburgh: survey123.arcgis.com/share/72575a...