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Mayor Ed Gainey, State Sen. Williams, and Rep. Abney Advance Legislation to Prohibit Price Gouging During Local Emergencies 

Mayor Ed Gainey, State Sen. Williams, and Rep. Abney Advance Legislation to Prohibit Price Gouging During Local Emergencies 

Pittsburgh, PA –  May 5, 2025 – In the wake of last week’s deadly storm, today, Mayor Ed Gainey is leading an effort in partnership with County Executive Sara Innamorato, State Senator Lindsey Williams, State Representative Aerion Abney, and other members of the state legislative delegation to protect Pittsburghers against exploitative businesses, contractors, and corporations engaged in price gouging essential goods and services after disasters.

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Sen. Lindsey M. Williams Joins Transit Advocates; Announces Legislation to Provide Reliable Transit Funding Statewide

Sen. Lindsey M. Williams Joins Transit Advocates; Announces Legislation to Provide Reliable Transit Funding Statewide

Pittsburgh, PA − May 1, 2025 − On Tuesday, Senator Lindsey M. Williams (D-Allegheny) joined transit advocates and riders for a rally in support of increased statewide investment in public transportation. Tuesday also marked the first of a series of public hearings that Pittsburgh Regional Transit will hold to hear feedback from riders and the community on a series of proposed service cuts.

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