Acting Human Services Secretary, Legislative Leaders Recognize Refugee Service Providers Supporting New Pennsylvanians, Urge Passage Of Ukraine New Neighbors Fund

Pittsburgh, PAMay 12, 2022 − Department of Human Services (DHS) Acting Secretary Meg Snead today joined Senate Minority Leader Jay Costa, Senator Lindsey Williams, leadership from the Jewish Family and Community Services Pittsburgh and other refugee resettlement service providers in the Pittsburgh region to recognize the critical humanitarian work organizations do in support of refugees and resettlement in Pennsylvania. The event also stressed the need for the General Assembly to pass legislation introduced in both the Pennsylvania Senate and House of Representatives that would support providers preparing to assist individuals and families displaced from Ukraine.

Veterans Place Awarded $2 Million State Grant to Construct Multi-Purpose Building

PITTSBURGH − APRIL 26, 2022 −  Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard (Veterans Place) announced today that it has been awarded a $2 million grant from Pennsylvania’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP), to construct a multi-purpose building to include handicap-accessible apartments (ADA-compliant), a wellness center, and additional space for behavioral health and other supportive services. This project will expand Veterans Place’s ability to continue to meet the unmet needs of homeless veterans including female veterans, the aging veteran population, and veterans with disabilities.

Senator Lindsey M. Williams Releases Statement on the Departure of PDE Secretary Noe Ortega

PITTSBURGH  April 22, 2022 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams released the following statement today:

“As the Minority Chair of the Senate Education Committee, I have had the privilege to work closely with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Secretary Noe Ortega. Secretary Ortega and his staff have been extremely responsive partners to me and my office as we’ve worked together to address the needs of Pennsylvania’s students, parents, teachers, and schools.

Senate, House Democrats Host Roundtable Discussion on EMS Issues

PITTSBURGH  April 21, 2022 – State Senator Katie Muth (D- Berks/Chester/Montgomery), chair of the Senate Democratic Policy Committee joined Senator Lindsey Williams (D-Allegheny), state Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie) and state Rep. Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) to host a roundtable discussion yesterday on various issues facing Pennsylvania’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies.

PA Legislators Highlight Name Change Legislative Package Intended to Ease Name Change Process for Transgender Pennsylvanians

HARRISBURG – April 11, 2022 – Members of the Pennsylvania House and Senate joined advocates for the LGBTQ and Transgender Community Monday, April 11, 2022, for a press conference to discuss their package of bills to update Pennsylvania’s antiquated name change laws that will ease the burden for transgender Pennsylvanians who wish to change their given name to their chosen name.

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  • Food Drive

    Senator Lindsey Williams' Ross District Office 5000 McKnight Road, Suite 405, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Pennsylvanians who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — commonly known as food stamps — will not receive their benefits in November. This loss of support will create real hardship for many families in our community - for every one meal the charitable food network provides, SNAP provides nine! Food pantries and food banks across the state are bracing for a marked increase in demand because of this unprecedented disruption of SNAP benefits.

    To help our neighbors in need and our local food banks, my office will be hosting a food drive through December. All donations will go directly to North Hills Community Outreach in Allison Park and Feeding the Flock in Cheswick, two local organizations working tirelessly to support families facing food insecurity.

    Every contribution — big or small — makes a difference. If you’re able, please consider dropping off nonperishable food items at my district office to help ensure no one in our community goes hungry during this difficult time.

    Drop Off Locations:

    5000 McKnight Road | Suite 405
    Pittsburgh, PA 15237

    1826 Union Avenue
    Natrona Heights, PA 15065

  • $camJam

    Morningside Senior Center 1802 Jancey Street, Pittsburgh, United States

    Please join us for our annual $cam Jam presentation with the PA Department of Banking and Securities and other guests! This informative and entertaining event will keep you up to date on how to spot a scammer and keep yourself—and your money—safe from the latest tricks and schemes. This free event is a great refresher or for seasoned veterans, but space is limited, so please call or email to reserve your space today! Register by email at SenatorLindseyWilliams@pasenate.com or call 412-364-0469. We hope to see you there!