Rossi, Ward, Pittman Announce State Grants for Improvement Projects

Mar. 20, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland), and Sens. Kim Ward (R-Westmoreland) and Sen. Joe Pittman (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Jefferson/Westmoreland) today announced that nearly $3 million in grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) for projects within the 59th Legislative District.

Rossi Announces $313,670 Awarded to Local Emergency Responders

Feb. 08, 2023 /

MOUNT PLEASANT – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland) announced today that 24 fire and ambulance companies throughout the 59th District have qualified to receive approximately $313,672 from a grant program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.

Westmoreland Delegation Lauds Broadband Plan

Jan. 19, 2023 /

WESTMORELAND – At a press conference hosted by Westmoreland County officials, plans to bring internet connectivity to unserved communities were heralded by Westmoreland House members.

Lawmakers Demand ID Verification and Proper Handling of Absentee, Mail-in Ballots

Oct. 25, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – With Election Day looming, Reps. Frank Ryan (R-Lebanon) and Dawn Keefer (R-York/Cumberland) were joined by more than a dozen of their House colleagues in sending a letter to acting Secretary of State Leigh Chapman today, insisting that she immediately issue a directive to county election officials on the proper handling of absentee and mail-in ballots.

Rossi Confirms Low-Interest $5.2 Million PENNVEST Loan Approved for Jenner Area Joint Sewer Authority

Oct. 19, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland/Somerset) announced today that Jenner Area Joint Sewer Authority has been awarded a $5.2 million Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) low-interest loan to make upgrades to the existing wastewater treatment plant serving the communities of Boswell Borough, Jenner Township and Jennerstown Borough in Somerset County.

Rossi Confirms $211,400 Awarded to Local Emergency Responders

Feb. 14, 2022 /

MOUNT PLEASANT – Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmoreland/Somerset) announced today that 18 volunteer fire and ambulance companies throughout the 59th District have qualified to receive approximately $232,801 from a grant program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.

Westmoreland Health Care Workers to Benefit from Funding, Lawmakers Say

Jan. 26, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation agreed to by both chambers in the General Assembly will provide federal funding to support health care staff in Westmoreland County and throughout Pennsylvania. Overall, seven facilities countywide will receive nearly $2 million to recruit and retain staff, according to lawmakers representing the county in the state House.

Rossi to Be Sworn In to Represent 59th District on June 7

Jun. 04, 2021 /

WHAT: Rep. Leslie Rossi (R-Westmorland/Somerset) will take the oath of office as a state representative for the 59th Legislative District. She replaces former Rep. Mike Reese, who unexpectedly passed away on Jan. 2.