Pittsburgh, Pa. − July 17, 2024 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams offered testimony in opposition to a proposed $503 million rate increase by FirstEnergy Pennsylvania during a public input hearing with the Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission (PUC). This proposed rate increase will affect approximately 2.1 million FirstEnergy customers across Pennsylvania, including Penn Power and West Penn Power customers in northern Allegheny County.

“People in our region are facing skyrocketing costs at the grocery store, the gas pump, and when they open their utility bills,” said Senator Williams. “As corporate profits soar, our families and seniors are struggling to make ends meet. Asking for an additional 10-12% increase on a monthly electric bill is extreme, especially because the Office of Consumer Advocate has flagged that these increases may result in excessive returns to FirstEnergy.”

Harrisburg, Pa. −July 10, 2024 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams (D-Allegheny) released this statement today following Senate passage of HB 1993:

“I was happy to vote for HB 1993, which will reform Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). This legislation will save Pennsylvanians money on their prescription medications, support our local pharmacies, and protect a vital link in our health care chain.

I have been fortunate to partner with local pharmacies throughout my time in the Pennsylvania Senate. These incredibly knowledgeable individuals have participated in my office’s Senior Fairs, Community Baby Showers, and other events to ensure that residents have access to vaccines and other important health information.

Harrisburg, Pa. − June 25, 2024 − Today, Senator Lindsey M. Williams’ Career and Technical Education Funding Bill passed the Senate Education Committee unanimously. Senate Bill 366 is co-prime sponsored by all six Senate members of the Basic Education Funding Commission. It requires that the data used to calculate Career and Technical Education (CTE) funding be fixed on June 1 of each year. This change gives Career and Technical Centers (CTCs) greater predictability over their budgets and aligns the CTE funding formula with the Special Education and Basic Education funding formulas.

Pittsburgh, Pa. − June 24, 2024 − Senator Lindsey M. Williams announced that her Senate District 38 has been certified as a Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW). This is the first legislative office in Pennsylvania to receive this distinction, which is earned through Recovery Friendly Workplace – PA in partnership with the Drug-Free Workplace PA and Unity PA.

“Meeting people where they are has been a priority for my office since Day One, and that extends to the employees of Senate District 38 as well as my constituents,” said Senator Williams. “Becoming a Recovery Friendly Workplace is another step in creating a safe and supportive office that respects every individual who walks through our doors.