Senator Pat Stefano announced on December 18, 2025, that over $8 million in state grant funding will be allocated to Bedford, Fayette, and Somerset Counties. In a statement posted to his official account, Senator Stefano said, “Proud to share that more than $8 million in state grant funding is coming to Bedford, Fayette and Somerset Counties. Thanks to Statewide LSA & Greenways, Trails & Recreation Program support, these investments will fund important community projects across our region.” (December 18, 2025).
Additional details were provided by Senator Stefano regarding specific county projects. He directed readers seeking further information on Bedford County initiatives to “See more on projects in Bedford County: https://t.co/AAyUhObx1n” (December 18, 2025). Similarly, for Fayette County project updates he posted “On projects in Fayette County: https://t.co/4vPohA3Atg” (December 18, 2025).
The funding comes through the Statewide Local Share Account (LSA) and the Greenways, Trails & Recreation Program. These programs are designed to support infrastructure improvements and recreational development at the community level throughout Pennsylvania.
