{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://fitzpatrick.house.gov/2024/10/fitzpatrick-delivers-over-8-million-to-fuel-morrisville-s-growth-and-ignite-long-term-prosperity", "Fitzpatrick Delivers Over $8 Million to Fuel Morrisville\u2019s Growth and Ignite Long-Term Prosperity", "2024-10-31", "2024", "2024-10", "Republican", "House", "PA", "Brian K. Fitzpatrick", "F000466", "fitzpatrick.house.gov", "fitzpatrick", "https://fitzpatrick.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Langhorne, PA \u2013 Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced a major victory for the Morrisville community, securing $8,850,000 in Community Project Funding (CPF) to fuel transformative projects that will significantly enhance education, infrastructure, and community resources. This federal investment, part of the FY23 Consolidated Appropriations Act, was championed by Fitzpatrick as part of a broader effort to direct federal resources to key projects and programs that directly benefit Pennsylvania\u2019s 1st Congressional District.\n\n(Congressman Fitzpatrick presenting the $4 Million he secured for the YMCA of Morrisville)\n\nThrough the Community Project Funding Request process for the 118th Congress, which was included in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, Fitzpatrick successfully secured more than $27.5 million in funding for 14 transformative community projects that will directly benefit First District constituents. Additionally, Fitzpatrick secured over $19 million in CPF Funding for 13 projects in FY23 and over $6.6 million in CPF funding for 10 projects in FY2The crucial funding will strengthen critical programs and lay the foundation for long-term growth, making Morrisville a thriving hub for families, students, and businesses within the PA-1 community.\n\n(Congressman Fitzpatrick presenting the $850,000 he secured for the Morrisville School District)\n\nThe crucial funding will strengthen critical programs and lay the foundation for long-term growth, making Morrisville a thriving hub for families, students, and businesses within the PA-1 community.\n\n\u201cThis $8.85 Million investment will ignite a new chapter of growth and opportunity for our Morrisville community,\u201d said Congressman Fitzpatrick. \"I fought hard to secure this critical funding because these initiatives\u2014supporting our youth, modernizing education, and strengthening our infrastructure\u2014aren\u2019t just important, they\u2019re essential. This investment lays the groundwork for sustainable growth, ensuring that our children, families, and businesses have every opportunity to thrive. But the impact goes far beyond the dollars\u2014it will shape brighter futures, fuel economic growth, and elevate the quality of life for every Morrisville resident, now and for generations to come.\u201d\n\n(Congressman Fitzpatrick presenting the $4 Million he secured for the Morrisville Municipal Authority)\n\nKey Highlights of the $8.85 Million Secured Through Fitzpatrick\u2019s Leadership To Build a Stronger Morrisville:\n\nMorrisville YMCA Renovation \u2013 $4 Million:\n\nThis funding will enable a comprehensive overhaul of the YMCA, including the renovation of classrooms, window replacements, roof repairs, and asbestos removal\u2014long-overdue upgrades to ensure a safe, vibrant space for youth programs and family activities. As the community\u2019s heartbeat, the YMCA plays a critical role in shaping the next generation through early childcare, afterschool programs, and summer camps, fostering youth development and strengthening family connections.\n\nMorrisville School District Technology Program \u2013 $850,000:\n\nThis initiative will bring state-of-the-art technology into classrooms, transform instructional methods, and support expanded afterschool and summer programs, bridging the gap between education and opportunity. The investment ensures that Morrisville\u2019s students not only excel today but graduate prepared to lead tomorrow\u2014ready to take on higher education, careers, and the global economy.\n\nDr. Andrew J. Doster, Superintendent of the Morrisville Borough School District, emphasized the impact of the project: \u201cThe School District has utilized the funds to greatly improve the overall experience for our students. We have put these funds towards upgrading our programs to support the district curriculum, add technology at a building and classroom level, and the associated training that is needed to support the new programs and technology. It has truly been a game changer in regard to supporting dynamic learning experiences for our students!\u201d\n\nMorrisville Municipal Authority Wastewater Treatment Facility \u2013 $4 Million:\n\nThis project will revolutionize Morrisville\u2019s infrastructure, driving economic expansion and improving environmental sustainability. The funding allows the community to move forward with the construction of a new wastewater treatment facility, a critical step in ensuring that Morrisville remains a sustainable, thriving place to live and do business. A healthy infrastructure means a stronger economy and a better quality of life for every resident.\n\nJohn Warenda, Executive Director of the Morrisville Municipal Authority, expressed the importance of this funding, stating: \u201cThese funds will do more than simply drive the economic engine of our District. They represent an investment in the future prosperity of Morrisville and important and lasting quality-of-life contributions to both customers and constituents.\u201d\n\nThis $8.85 Million investment marks a bold new chapter for Morrisville\u2014one rooted in community strength, progress, and opportunity for all. Thanks to Congressman Fitzpatrick\u2019s leadership in securing this funding, these initiatives will fuel Morrisville\u2019s growth and resilience, equipping the community to achieve new heights and meet the future with confidence. With modernized infrastructure, enhanced education, and expanded programs, Morrisville is not just prepared for tomorrow\u2014it\u2019s positioned to flourish.\n\nLearn More About Additional Community Projects Congressman Has Secured Critical Funding for:\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $2.9 Million for Family Service Association of Bucks County\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $1 Million for Bucks Country Crisis Stabilization Center\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $2.9 Million for United Way of Bucks County\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $4 Million for Game-Changing Route 1 Corridor Revitalization\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $4 Million for New Bristol Township Senior Center\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $1 Million for Doylestown Health Expansion\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $1 Million for Bucks County Opportunity Council Economic Self-Sufficiency Program\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $1.2 Million for Tullytown Borough Revitalization\n\nFitzpatrick Secures Over $2 Million for Perkasie Borough Infrastructure Upgrades\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $1 Million for Grand View Health Expansion\n\nFitzpatrick Secures Over $700,00 For Bucks County Emergency Services\n\nFitzpatrick Secures $900,000 to Combat Recidivism and Strengthen Public Safety\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T21:57:20Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://fitzpatrick.house.gov/2024/10/fitzpatrick-delivers-over-8-million-to-fuel-morrisville-s-growth-and-ignite-long-term-prosperity"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 0.6372639909386635, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}