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Jay Costa

Democratic Current role, District 43

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Source: Open States / PluralUpdated 2026-10-28 02:05:05 UTC. This is a current-role record, not a complete service history.

Current role

Chamber
upper
District
43
Party
Democratic

Offices

district

4736 Liberty Ave. Suite 1, Pittsburgh, PA 15224

412-578-8457

When provider identities match

Sponsored legislation

  • SB 1014: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in student supports, providing for bell-to-bell mobile device policy.
  • SB 116: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for credit for employment at congregate care facility.
  • SB 1183: An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1200, No.202), known as the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act, further providing for registration of charitable organizations, financial reports, fees and failure to file.
  • SB 1303: An Act providing for the placement of a monument of the Braille Flag at the State Capitol Building as a tribute to honor and remember those who have served in the line of duty and those left behind.
  • SB 1328: An Act requiring automated external defibrillators at utility or electrical worksites; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.
  • SB 1334: An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985, further providing for definitions, for respiratory therapists, for perfusionist, for genetic counselor and for prosthetists, orthotists, pedorthists and orthotic fitters; providing for medical imaging professionals, radiation therapists, radiologist assistants and trainees; further providing for licenses and certificates and general qualification; repealing provisions relating to radiologic procedures and education and training required; and making a repeal.
  • SB 398: An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, in games of chance, further providing for prize limits and providing for online raffles by fire companies; and, in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds.
  • SB 416: An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, in games of chance, providing for payment and further providing for prize limits; in club licensees, further providing for distribution of proceeds; and abrogating a regulation.
  • SB 65: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for schedule of convictions and points; in rules of the road in general, further providing for meeting or overtaking school bus; and imposing penalties.
  • SB 782: An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in membership, contributions and benefits, further providing for termination of annuities; in membership, credited service, classes of service, and eligibility for benefits relating to retirement for State employees and officers, further providing for mandatory and optional membership in the system and participation in the plan; and, in benefits, further providing for termination of annuities.
  • SB 804: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for medical devices; in Commonwealth services, further providing for assistance to fire companies and EMS companies and for State Fire Commissioner and providing for protection against PFAS chemicals and for firefighting protective equipment; in grants to fire companies and emergency medical services companies, further providing for award of grants; and imposing penalties.
  • SB 806: An Act providing for unfair methods of competition and for enforcement and penalties.
  • SB 908: An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions, for specifications and for duty of secretary.
  • SB 481: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in size, weight and load, further providing for permit for movement during course of manufacture.
  • SB 1061: An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in State Veterans' Commission and Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs, further providing for accreditation.
  • SB 114: An Act amending the act of June 9, 1997 (P.L.169, No.14), known as the Nurse Aide Resident Abuse Prevention Training Act, providing for a study on nurse aide training and oversight; and imposing duties on the Joint State Government Commission.
  • SB 1306: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in public safety, providing for Hospital Security Grant Fund.
  • SB 1424: An Act amending the act of September 9, 1965 (P.L.497, No.251), known as the Newborn Child Testing Act, further providing for Newborn Child Screening and Follow-up Program.
  • SB 965: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for Maternal Health Monitoring Pilot Program.
  • SB 998: An Act providing for the Nurse Education Capacity Expansion Grant Program; and imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development.
  • SR 403: A Resolution noting with great sadness the passing of the Honorable Timothy Francis Murphy, whose life greatly benefited all those who lived, served and worked with him; and extending heartfelt condolences to Dr. Murphy's wife, Nanette Missig Murphy, daughter, Bevin DeSantis, grandchildren, Thomasina, Luca and Nico and many other family members and friends.
  • SR 399: A Resolution designating the month of October 2026 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.
  • SB 1496: An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking, further providing for unlawful devices and methods; and, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for denial or revocation of licenses and for period of revocation.
  • SR 396: A Resolution recognizing the week of October 25 through 31, 2026, as "Respiratory Care Week" in Pennsylvania.
  • SB 1489: An Act amending Title 1 (General Provisions) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of construction, providing for definition of antisemitism.

When member votes are supplied

Recorded votes

  • RC#614: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#612: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#611: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#610: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#609: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#608: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#607: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#606: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#605: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#604: yes on LAUGHLIN AMENDMENT NO. A-4734
  • RC#603: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#602: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#601: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#600: yes on CONCUR IN HOUSE AMENDMENTS
  • RC#599: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#598: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#597: yes on Senate Resolution 377
  • RC#596: yes on FINAL PASSAGE - RECONSIDERATION
  • RC#595: yes on FINAL PASSAGE - RECONSIDERATION
  • RC#594: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#593: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#592: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#591: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#590: yes on FINAL PASSAGE
  • RC#589: yes on FINAL PASSAGE