Senator Andy Dinniman

Deadline Approaching for ‘Green Ribbon School’ Program

State Senator Andy Dinniman would like to remind school officials and students that there is less than one month to apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for an opportunity to become a “Green Ribbon” school

Applications are available here and must be received by the Pennsylvania Department of Education by Thursday, Feb. 23.
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Dinniman Upbraids Corbett Administration for its Handling of Chester Upland School District Crisis

At a Tuesday hearing, State Senator Andy Dinniman harshly criticized the Corbett Administration for its lack of action regarding the Chester Upland School District, which is on the brink of collapse.

“In the beginning, I worked with the administration because I thought it was seeking to reform education for poorer students. But I have seen over the last several months that that’s not the case at all." Read More
Dinniman Introduces Bill for Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse

State Senator Andy Dinniman has introduced legislation that would give victims of childhood sexual abuse another chance to file a civil action against their alleged perpetrator if their deadline for filing such a suit has expired.

“The horrific headlines of late focus attention on the reality that there are adults throughout Pennsylvania who were victimized as children and have sometimes only now, often through support and therapy, come to grips with what happened to them,” Dinniman said.
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Arc of Pennsylvania Names Dinniman “Legislator of the Year”

State Senator Andy Dinniman has been named Legislator of the Year by The Arc of Pennsylvania for his work on behalf of those with disabilities.

In announcing the award on Wednesday, Arc of Pennsylvania Executive Director Maureen Cronin said her organization selected Senator Dinniman due to his “demonstrated leadership to address the needs of Pennsylvanians with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.”
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Implications of the Corbett Administration's Actions in the Chester Upland School District

Senator Dinnimian issued the following statement on financial crisis in the Chester Upland School District.

"It is clear to me and I believe others that the Governor and the Pennsylvania Department of Education want to destroy public education in the poorest districts and we all must not allow this to happen."
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Dinniman Announces More Than $250,000 in Recycling Grants

State Senator Andy Dinniman announced today that six Chester County municipalities will receive a total of $255,058 in Recycling Performance Grants.

“Recycling is a simple and efficient way to protect the environment, conserve energy and reduce waste,” Dinniman said. “Chester County and its municipalities have come a long way in encouraging recycling and re-using materials, and we can continue to do more. These grants are a great incentive to ensure that we do.”
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Governor Signs Dinniman’s “Words Do Matter” Bill into Law

Governor Tom Corbett signed Senator Dinniman’s “Words Do Matter” bill, which strikes the “R Word” from state statutes and state use, into law today.

“The point is words do matter. They carry weight and they reflect our values,” Dinniman said. “And in Pennsylvania, this new law sends the message that we value the members and the contributions of the physical, intellectual and developmental disabilities community.”
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Dinniman Announces $213,600 Grant for French Creek Trail

State Senator Andy Dinniman recently announced $213,600 in state funding for East Pikeland Township for the development of the French Creek Trail.

“The development of the French Creek Trail will be a great addition to the county’s extensive and growing network of parks, trails and land preserves that provide endless recreational opportunities for local residents and visitors alike,” Dinniman said.
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Dinniman Dedicates Medal of Honor Grove Highway

State Senator Andy Dinniman today officially dedicated the section of Route 23 situated between Chester County’s border with Montgomery County and Route 100 as the Medal of Honor Grove Highway.

“I couldn’t think of a better way to honor our veterans who have received our nation’s highest military honor and to remind residents and motorists that the Medal of Honor Grove, a unique and historic memorial site, is located right here in Chester County,” said Dinniman, upon unveiling a new sign for the road.
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Senate Committee Approves Dinniman Bill Banning Animal Gassing

Senator Andy Dinniman’s bill to ban animal gassing in Pennsylvania has been unanimously approved by a Senate committee.

The Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee recently voted 11-0 to approve Dinniman’s Senate Bill 1329, which would prohibit the gassing of cats and dogs in Pennsylvania, a method of euthanasia still practiced in several animal shelters in the Commonwealth.
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Event Calendar

January 2012
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1	2	3	4	5 Satellite Office Hours 9:00 am – 11:00 am Map to Franklin Commons 400 Franklin Avenue Phoenixville, PA 19460 First Thursday of the Month 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.	6	7
8	9	10	11	12 Satellite Office Hours 9:30 am – 11:30 am Map to Henrietta Hankin Library 215 Windgate Drive Chester Springs, PA Second Thursday of the Month 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.	13	14
15	16	17	18	19 Satellite Office Hours 9:00 am – 11:00 am Map to Tredyffrin Township Building Tredyffrin Township Building 1100 DuPortail Road Third Thursday of the Month 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Satellite Office Hours 11:30 pm – 1:30 pm Map to Tredyffrin Township Library 582 Upper Gulph Road Third Thursday of the Month 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.	20	21
22	23	24	25	26 Satellite Office Hours 9:30 am – 11:30 am Map to Chester County Library Chester County Library 450 Exton Square Parkway Fourth Thursday of the Month 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. BFTDA Board Meeting 10:00 am Meeting of the Ben Franklin Technological Development Authority Board in Harrisburg. Satellite Office Hours 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Map to East Fallowfield Township Building East Fallowfield Township Building 2274 Strasburg Road Fourth Thursday of the Month 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry Dinner 5:00 pm Attending Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry Small Business Dinner at the Desmond.	27 West Chester Fish, Game & Wildlife Club Meeting 7:00 pm Delivering Keynote Speech at the West Chester Fish, Game & Wildlife Club Meeting at the East Bradford Township Building. West Chester Fish, Game & Wildlife Club Meeting	28
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