Policy Hearing: Energy Affordability for Consumers with senator Nick Miller
Senate Democratic Policy Hearing on Energy Affordability
HARRISBURG, PA – March 28, 2025 − On Monday, March 31, 2025, at 10:30 AM, the Senate Democratic Policy Committee will convene a public hearing on Consumer and Small Business Energy Affordability at Hearing Room #1 in the North Office Building, Capitol Complex, Harrisburg.
Chaired by Senator Nick Miller with Senator Marty Flynn serving as co-chair, the hearing will build on the discussions from January’s policy event. It will focus on energy affordability for Pennsylvania residents and small businesses, the future of innovation in the energy sector, and the economic impact of recent energy proposals, including Governor Josh Shapiro’s six-point “Lightning Plan.”
The “Lightning Plan” proposes bold steps to modernize Pennsylvania’s energy economy, including streamlined permitting, increased energy efficiency rebates, and major investments in clean and reliable power sources. The plan is projected to create nearly 15,000 jobs, save Pennsylvanians $664 million in energy costs by 2040, and generate more than $11 billion in energy investment statewide.
The hearing will also include expert testimony on new legislation aligned with the plan, such as the Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Act (PACER), the Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS), and the proposal to establish the RESET Board to accelerate energy project approvals.
Public Access:
The hearing will be livestreamed at PaSenatorMiller.com/Policy.
This critical policy discussion comes at a time when Pennsylvania faces shifting energy demands, increased electricity use by data centers, and growing needs for energy storage and affordability for consumers.
Senator Marty Flynn Secures Over $2.9 Million in Multimodal Transportation Fund Grants for the 22nd Senatorial District
SCRANTON, PA − February 24, 2025 − Today, Senator Marty Flynn, in conjunction with the State Representatives, announces $2,905,297 in Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant money benefiting the 22nd senatorial district.
Per the Department of Community and Economic Development, “The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure that a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to the residents of the commonwealth. Funds may be used for the development, rehabilitation and enhancement of transportation assets to existing communities, streetscape, lighting, sidewalk enhancement, pedestrian safety, connectivity of transportation assets and transit-oriented development.”
“Investing in our communities through CFA grants means safer streets, stronger bridges, and improved roadways for everyone,” said Senator Flynn. “These critical upgrades enhance pedestrian safety and help ensure our community members reach their destinations safely.”
The awards are as followed:
- Avoca Borough was awarded $405,136 from the Multimodal Transportation Funds to make pedestrian safety upgrades to sections of McAlpine Street located in Avoca Borough, Luzerne County.
- City of Scranton was awarded $350,000 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund for the replacement of the South Webster Avenue Bridge located in Scranton City, Lackawanna County.
- City of Wilkes-Barre was awarded $200,000 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund for streetscape improvements along North Main Street located in Wilkes-Barre City, Luzerne County.
- Clarks Green Borough was awarded $350,000 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund for roadway improvements along seven roadways in Clarks Green Borough, Lackawanna County.
- Dickson City Borough was awarded $350,000 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund on behalf of Lackawanna Executive Park Dickson, LLC for roadway safety improvements to the Main Street and Viewmont Drive intersection in Dickson City Borough, Lackawanna County.
- Dickson City Borough was awarded $400,000 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund for Phase V of the streetscape Boulevard Avenue and crosswalk installation project in Dickson City Borough, Lackawanna.
- Dunmore Borough was awarded $184,589 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund to install sidewalks along one block of Drinker Street located in Dunmore Borough, Lackawanna County.
- Jenkins Township was awarded $265,572 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund for roadway repairs to Chestnut and Walnut Streets in Jenkins Township, Luzerne County.
- Pittston Township was awarded $400,000 from the Multimodal Transportation Fund to make pavement improvements to multiple roadways located in Pittston Township, Luzerne County.
Learn more about the Multimodal Transportation Fund here.
Learn more about the Pennsylvania Senate Democrats’ commitment to every Pennsylvanian here.
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Senator Flynn Applauds Governor Shapiro’s Lawsuit to Unfreeze $1.2 Billion in Federal Funding for Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, PA – February 13, 2025 – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced a lawsuit challenging President Trump’s unconstitutional freeze on $1.2 billion in federal funds appropriated by Congress to Pennsylvania, along with an additional $900 million requiring an undefined review by federal agencies.
The Governor’s lawsuit aims to restore critical funding for Pennsylvania agencies that provide essential services such as LIHEAP assistance, energy and clean water infrastructure, and plugging orphan wells—programs that directly benefit the people of the commonwealth.
In strong support of this legal action, Senator Flynn released the following statement:
“I fully support Governor Shapiro’s decision to take this matter to court and challenge the unconstitutional freeze on federal funds that rightfully belong to Pennsylvania. The people of our commonwealth rely on these essential services to keep their homes warm, their water clean, and their communities thriving. This blatant overreach by the federal administration is not only unlawful but also a direct threat to the well-being of Pennsylvania families.
“My constituents are deeply concerned about the sudden uncertainty surrounding critical programs that support working families, seniors, and vulnerable individuals. We cannot allow partisan politics in Washington to jeopardize the fundamental needs of our residents.
“I commend Governor Shapiro for standing up to this injustice and for fighting to ensure that Pennsylvania receives the federal resources it was promised. His leadership is exactly what we need during this time of federal instability. I will continue working alongside my colleagues to support his efforts and advocate for the people of Pennsylvania.”