As we approach the 2024 Senate elections in Pennsylvania, it is essential that we rally behind the Democratic candidate who has proven his commitment to the people of the state time and time again. That candidate is none other than Bob Casey.

Bob Casey has been a strong voice for the people of Pennsylvania since he was first elected to the Senate in 2006. He has fought tirelessly to protect the rights of working families, support small businesses, and promote economic growth across the state. He has been a champion of healthcare reform, advocating for accessible and affordable healthcare for all Pennsylvanians.

Throughout his years in the Senate, Bob Casey has consistently prioritized the needs of his constituents over partisan politics. He has worked across the aisle to find common ground and pass legislation that benefits the people of Pennsylvania. He has also been a vocal advocate for women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and civil rights.

As we look towards the future, it is crucial that we have leaders like Bob Casey in the Senate. He has proven time and time again that he has the experience, dedication, and passion to fight for the people of Pennsylvania and make a real difference in their lives.

So, let's come together and
show our support for Bob Casey as he runs for Senate in 2024. Together, we can
ensure that our voices are heard and that Pennsylvania continues to have a
strong and effective leader in the Senate.

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October 18, 2024

Casey Delivers More Than $149.7 Million to Make Pennsylvania Drinking Water Safer, Improve Water Infrastructure

Funding will support projects that help ensure clean drinking water, as well as improve water and sewage infrastructure across the Commonwealth Infrastructure law has delivered more than $688 million for clean drinking water in Pennsylvania Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Casey announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) approved $149,739,802 worth of projects across the Commonwealth that will help communities access clean, safe drinking water by removing or replacing hazardous contaminated pipes and improve water and sewage infrastructure. All the selected projects are receiving full or partial funding from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA), which Casey fought to pass. “Pennsylvania’s Constitution guarantees the right to safe, pure water, but for too long communities across our Commonwealth have lacked the funding to ensure that commitment is honored. Thanks to the infrastructure law, we’re making investments to prevent water contamination and improve our water infrastructure,” said Senator Casey. “I will keep working to ensure that homes, schools, and businesses have access to clean, safe water.” Included in this round of funding is more than $65.6 million for removing and replacing hazardous contaminated lead pipes and addressing Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) contamination. The funding also supports more than $84.1 million in water infrastructure improvement projects including water main replacement, sewer system construction and repairs, and pump station upgrades. The funding will serve seven counties across the Commonwealth, including Bucks County, where Senator Casey has long fought to help communities clean up PFAS contamination. This year alone, PENNVEST has announced more than $396 million in IIJA-funded projects to improve drinking water and wastewater infrastructure including, July’s announcement of more than $95 million to remove lead pipes, upgrade wastewater, and reduce water contamination. Since the passage of IIJA, Pennsylvania has received more than $1 billion in funding for water infrastructure. See below for a list of project recipients: List of award recipients County Recipient Project Type Grant Amount Loan Amount Total Amount Allegheny Pennsylvania American Water Company Lead Service Line/Drinking Water $3,908,944 $1,891,056 $5,800,000 Allegheny Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority Lead Service Line/Drinking Water $4,907,206 $1,715,938 $6,623,144 Allegheny Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority Replacing water mains $0 $62,672,221 $62,672,221 Allegheny West View Water Authority Lead Service Line/Drinking Water $5,635,872 $3,144,428 $8,780,300 Allegheny Wilkinsburg-Penn Joint Water Authority Lead Service Line/Drinking Water $6,798,083 $3,101,917 $9,900,000 Bucks Telford Borough Authority PFAS Mitigation $9,815,000 $0 $9,815,000 Crawford Saegertown Borough PFAS Mitigation $12,678,000 $0 $12,678,000 Lehigh Lehigh County Authority Lead Service Line/Drinking Water $6,337,070 $5,660,930 $11,998,000 Allegheny Shaler Township Public Sewer System Repairs $0 $4,300,000 $4,300,000 Juniata Port Royal Municipal Authority Pump Station/WWTP Upgrades $1,336,925 $2,359,032 $3,695,957 Mifflin Bratton Township Pump Station/WWTP Upgrades $5,471,726 $943,574 $6,415,300 Venango Clintonville Borough Sewer & Water Authority New sewage plant $7,061,880 $0 $7,061,880 ###

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